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Church Releases Statement on Refugees After Trump Orders Immigration Ban

By Newsroom of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints

In response to recent media inquiries, the Church released the following statement regarding refugees:

Little-Known Ancient Record 'Narrative of Zosimus' Echoes Book of Mormon

Professor James Charlesworth, of Princeton Theological Seminary, spoke in Provo and Logan last week. A major figure for decades in the study of Judaism and Christianity around the time of Jesus, Charlesworth is also a longtime friend (and, in some cases, a mentor and former teacher) of several members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. He’s visited and spoken in Utah on several prior occasions, and he’ll host a significant academic conference at BYU’s Jerusalem Center in August.

From the Church

Church Announces 7 New Stakes, Calls 23 Stake Presidents in January

From Tahiti to Brazil and Nigeria to Massachusetts, the Church created 7 new stakes and called 23 new stake presidents in January.

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Latter-day Saint Life

RM Who Received Surprise Visit from Chuck Norris Dies at 33

“Mark never thought he had Down syndrome. He never thought he had any disability,” Stacey Anderson said. “He just thought he could do anything. He didn’t think he was limited, and I think it was by the way people treated him in the community. … Everyone treated him so good that he thought he could do it all.”

Quake, Rattle, and Roll: What to Do After an Earthquake

By Emergency Essentials

First of all, be ready for aftershocks. Stay indoors until the shaking stops and you're sure it's safe to exit. If you go outside after the shaking has stopped, move quickly away from the building to avoid falling debris.Also be aware of the potential for tsunamis. If you live in a costal area, and the earthquake happened off-shore, consider moving inland to higher ground. Click here to read more.

Famous Latter-day Saints

Natalie Portman Called to Wish Me Luck on My Latter-day Saint Mission

By LDS Living

With an acting career ranging from Latter-day Saint films to popular TV shows, Corbin Allred has enjoyed plenty of success. We sat down with him to find out lessons he’s learned from his characters, why Natalie Portman called to wish him luck before his mission, and insights into why he now works primarily in the medical field.

How to Curb the Family Sweet Tooth

By Jenni Gasparrini

Sugar easily draws our attention and our taste buds. At family get-togethers, sugar is as common as the relatives who are in attendance. And holidays? You might as well be celebrating sugar as opposed to pilgrims or freedom.

Latter-day Saint Life

Video: "Refuge from the Storm" Illustrates the Heartbreak Refugees Face and the Help Church Members Can Provide

By LDS Living

Mormon Channel's new video, "Refuge from the Storm," is a touching reminder of the challenges refugees face and the help Church members can provide.

Latter-day Saint Life

Nursery Calling has Challenges and Blessings

After worshipping during sacrament meeting each Sunday in her LDS ward, Danielle Spangler heads for her classroom.