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9 Hilariously Epic Moments Every Missionary Will Relate To

Missionary life—most of the time you go through the same routine, maybe a new contact here or there. But, occasionally you stumble on those epic moments when you realize: yes, this is what it means to be a missionary.

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12 Hymns from Around the World That Will Inspire and Uplift You (Russian, Korean, Tagalog + More)

By Kaeley Scruggs

Now more than ever, members are aware that "This gospel shall be preached unto every nation, and kindred, and tongue, and people" (D&C 133:36). As a result of having members worldwide, the Church has members who speak a diverse array of languages. Even if we don't understand the language, we can still feel the spirit as we listen to hymns sung in a different language. Here are 12 hymns sung in languages from around the world.

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3 Fascinating Connections Between LDS & Ancient Egyptian Temple Worship & Beliefs

By Andrew Skinner

My academic study of the ancient world for the last 40 years has taught me a profound lesson about modern times: Latter-day Saints ought to be the most optimistic of any group of people in history. If we truly understand God’s ultimate purpose behind all that is done in His church, optimism can’t help but seep into our souls. Let me explain.

FamilySearch Preserves and Donates Records Destroyed in Philippines Storm

When Typhoon Haiyan — known locally as Typhoon Yolanda — wreaked its devastation in the Philippines a year ago, government officials in four cities thought the loss included irreplaceable civil records.

Wheat, the Remarkable Grain

By Emergency Essentials

Did you know that cereal grains are grown in greater quantities and provide more food energy worldwide than any other type of crop? They are one of the foundation foods that humans consume. In the United States, wheat is one of the most common grains that people begin to store. Some good questions to ask: Why is wheat so great to store? What kind of wheat should I store? How should wheat be stored? And, how can I use wheat?

Money and Marriage Problems

By Jonathan Swinton

People ask me all the time if fighting about money is one of the most common problems in a marriage. But surprisingly to many, I don’t believe money is the root cause of many marital problems. Financial disagreements, though common, are more accurately a symptom of upbringing and other underlying problems that exist in relationships. The money itself is not the real issue.

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Watch: Glenn Beck and Tim Ballard Show Operation Underground Railroad's Fight Human Trafficking in Thailand

By LDS Living

"Kids, 6-years-old, slaves—they don't believe that anyone cares about them at all," political commentator Glenn Beck says in an Operation Underground Railroad (OUR) video about human trafficking in Thailand.

6-year-old Mormon girl forgives shark for attack

A 6-year-old Mormon girl who was attacked by a shark last week near Ocracoke, N.C., is sharing her story with the media. Lucy Mangum was playing on a boogie board in shallow water on July 19 when the shark approached around 5 p.m. She tried to swim away, but the shark grabbed Lucy's right leg and foot, leaving two deep bite marks and exposing tendons and muscle, according to WRAL-TV5, a Raleigh, N.C., television station.

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RM Critically Injured in Accident, Family Says They've "Caught a Glimpse of Heaven" Through the Tragedy

By LDS Living

Last Month, returned missionary Dante Racioppo was critically injured when an impaired driver hit his car, causing it to spin out of control and into the path of a second oncoming car.

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Finding Relief in Times of Weakness and Trials

Towards the end of 2013, John Bytheway and I flew together to Temecula, CA and both spoke at a Mid Single's Conference. He told me a story that I will never forget, and by 'never forget' I mean, I mostly forgot the story, but not the message, haha (My apologies to John for butchering your story).