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‘If someone asked you why the priesthood restoration was so significant, what would you say?’ Joseph Smith Papers historian answers

By Morgan Pearson

“What does [the priesthood] bring into our lives? Why did God need this authority? Why did God need these ordinances in our lives at this time?”

‘Because God wanted it, He made it happen’: How God intervened to help the first Persian-speaking missionary join the Church and serve a mission

In her native country, Roohina Arya’s desire to follow Jesus Christ meant risking her life to learn about Christianity. Simply desiring to believe meant subjecting herself to physical abuse. So, upon arriving in the United States and discovering the gospel of Jesus Christ, Arya wanted to be baptized. But the missionaries told her that because she was in the United States with a visitor visa and might have to return to homeland, it would not be safe for her to be baptized.

Truly 'unforgettable': 12 ways April 2020 general conference was historic

By Lindsey Williams

Editor's note: This story was originally published by LDS Living in April 2020 and is being shared again in anticipation of October 2020 general conference. Here's how you can watch.

Feature Stories

After accidentally causing his friend’s death, this Swede found peace through the gospel in the US

By Fred E. Woods

A distraught teenager sought to leave his troubles behind and find relief in the US. He would not only find peace in the gospel but also help introduce it to South Dakota.

50 Ways to Dominate at Trunk-or-Treat Decorating

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50 epic trunk-or-treat decorating ideas you wish you had time for

By Kelsey Berteaux

Get inspired for your ward trunk-or-treat, from flashy and flamboyant to simple and sophisticated.

You've Lost That Lovin' Feeling?

By Robert Jones

Check Your Hormones

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The Piano Guys Literally Chart New Territory for Brand-New Album

By The Piano Guys (Sponsored)

With over a billion YouTube views of their more than 50 music videos, The Piano Guys announce the release of their new album Uncharted (Portrait). Released on October 28, it includes the upbeat new song “Okay” written by hit-makers Andy Grammer and Dave Bassett. The “Okay” music video is on YouTube now—check it out here—as well as the music video for their cover of Justin Timberlake’s hit “Can’t Stop The Music”—view it here.

Father and Son Rediscover Hidden Arch Named After President George Albert Smith

By Trent Toone

Tucked away in a less-traveled area of Canyonlands National Park, there's an arch few people have seen since it was discovered six decades ago.

LDS Week in Review: 5 Must-Read Stories (Oct. 6-12)

By Jamie Armstrong

1. Ann Romney Becomes a New York Times Bestselling Author