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A Remarkable Blessing and Healing That Helped Bring a Family to the Gospel

In November 1997, an Isuzu trooper carrying two missionaries, a counselor in the mission presidency, and his wife traveled through the jungle of Suriname, 25 miles away from the nearest city, Paramaribo. Baby alligators crawled among the dense coconut trees that hung heavily with heat and humidity.

Finding Hope: When Babies Return to Their Heavenly Home Before Ever Coming to Their Earthly One

By Danielle Christensen

At 4 pounds, 10 ounces, Grace fits perfectly in her parents’ arms, the light pink beanie on her head matching her pink silky skin after being delivered stillborn just weeks before her due date.

6 Stories from President Monson You Haven't Heard at Conference

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6 inspiring stories from President Monson (that he never told at conference)

Here are six life experiences that the prophet never shared in general conference. You may not have heard these inspiring stories before!

Charlie Bird answers: ‘If there were a button that could make you straight, would you press it?’

By Charlie Bird

The J. Paul Getty Museum in Los Angeles sits boldly over the hills of Santa Monica. The modern building boasts a myriad of fountains and soaring terraces that provide 360-degree views of the surrounding valley and hills. Inside, Western art from the Middle Ages to the present is displayed. Among my favorite pieces housed in the museum is a small collection of paintings by Claude Monet. The first time I saw a Monet was there at the Getty. I rushed into the room, beyond excited to finally see my favorite artist’s works in real life. I turned the corner and came face-to-face with the first painting on display.

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Elder Holland Addresses the Horrors of Depression in New Church Video

In 2013, Elder Jeffrey R. Holland bravely shared over the pulpit about a time when he struggled with depression. Many throughout the Church remember his inspired talk, "Like a Broken Vessel," and the hope it brought to those who similarly battle depression, whether for a time or on a daily basis.

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When “Girl Power” Meets “God's Power”

Sometimes it can be difficult to stand up and step forward for what you believe, as LDS musician and a member of Mercy River Whitney Permann knows, especially when what you believe is constantly challenged.

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God Loves You Individually, Speakers Tell LGBT Mormons at Affirmation Conference

Many notable Mormons--including Steve Young, Tyler Glenn, and Michael McLean--attended or presented at this year's affirmation conference. Watch Tyler Glenn sing a touching rendition of "Where Can I Turn for Peace?"

Teachings of Joseph Fielding Smith Lesson 14: The Gift of the Holy Ghost

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Get the full lesson "The Gift of the Holy Ghost" from the Teachings of Joseph Fielding Smith at LDS.org.

4: “We Have Found the Messiah” (John 1)

Do you know what your first spoken word was? How about the first spoken word of a child in your life? Whatever it was, there’s something powerful and exciting about those earliest moments when we first learned to communicate. This week as we study John, Chapter 1, we’re going to learn about the importance of a word. And not just any word—the Word. So let’s accept this invitation from the Savior to come and see the power of that Word and begin to understand Him in a whole new light.

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The Unexpected Story Behind One of the Most Popular LDS Hymns

By Katharine Lyon

Easily one of the most-sung hymns at general conference, “We Thank Thee, O God, for a Prophet” is a familiar song for most Latter-day Saints. However, members seem to be less familiar with the story behind this popular hymn.