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First Presidency Calls 17 New Stake Presidents in September

From Canada to Brazil and France to Louisiana, the First Presidency has called 17 new stake presidents and their wives to serve in stakes across the world.

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British Royal Family Praises Mormon Volunteers

Prince Andrew, Duke of York, met with Mormon Helping Hands volunteers in York January 7 as part of a gathering of community workers and emergency service personnel following the serious flooding to hit the historic city in recent weeks.The Prince praised the efforts of Mormon volunteers and other local groups and underlined the community spirit that was the hallmark of flood relief efforts.

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Alex Boye' Creates Africanized Version of "Little Drummer Boy," Church Shares Video

As a gift to members of the Church and others worldwide, the Church and famous LDS artists and influencers with a large following on YouTube have collaborated to create a "12 Days of Social" countdown to Christmas to share the message that "A Savior Is Born."

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FHE: Thomas S. Monson

By Shauna Gibby

Conference Talk: For a message from President Monson read "Closing Remarks," by Thomas S. Monson, Ensign, Nov 2009, 109-10.

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Why was Christ’s first miracle turning water into wine?

By Anthony Sweat

"In comparison to His later miracles that were deeply moving, Christ's first miracle, which seemingly achieved nothing more than to awe a few servants and further enliven a party, seems almost beneath Him."

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5 LDS Artists Sing Beautiful, Emotional Tribute to Victims and Heroes of Las Vegas Shooting

By LDS Living

Five LDS artists recently released a new cover of "One Sweet Day" by Mariah Carey and Boyz II Men. The five artists—Wayne Burton, Yahosh Bonner, Patch Crowe, Rebecca Lopex, and Madilyn Paige—had been working on the song for some time, but after the tragedy in Las Vegas, the group decided to release it earlier.

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David Archuleta On Overcoming Insecurities & How to Accomplish the Impossible

In his latest blog, David Archuleta opened up about his own struggles he faces as a performer and as an introverted person. He also talked about his desire for genuine connection, something social media cannot provide, but something his mission did.

Paris France Temple Update: Cleared for Construction

The Paris France Temple is rising as a prophecy in fulfillment.

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One Thing We Often Miss When Sharing the Words of Our Prophet and Apostles

By LDS Living Staff

More and more it seems the Church and our leaders are focusing on simplifying programs, meetings, and reports to focus on the core of the gospel. To me, the overall message seems to be that, no matter our age, we won't be babied or shepherded through membership in the Church. Instead, we have the opportunity to embrace our discipleship, rely on our Savior and receive His grace, and pursue exaltation and the divinity within us, with the loving support of the Church and its members behind us to catch us when we fall.

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Filipino Latter-day Saint Gives Presidential Candidate a Book of Mormon

By LDS Living

Legendary Filipina politician Miriam Defensor Santiago owns over a million books in her private library. A former member of her country's executive and judicial branches and a current legislator, Senator Santiago has also served the Philippines as a lawyer and judge. A recent presidential candidate, Santiago was just presented with one more book for her shelves—a copy of the Book of Mormon.