Search - LDS Living

Are Handouts & Other "Extras" at Church Creating Competition Among Members?

When Darcy Doxey and her friend passed by an unassuming poster board at their church in Florida, they had to take a second look.

New York Times Best-Selling Author Greg Mckeown Explains "Essentialism" from a Gospel Perspective

By Morgan Pearson

This article originally appeared in the Deseret News on June 12, 2017. It has been edited to remain current and is republished here with permission. Greg is featured on the most recent episode of the All In podcast; listen by clicking here or in the player below.

Latter-day Saint Life

Former Missionary Finishes Ragnar Race After Car Accident on Her Mission Left Her Unable to Move

By Katie Lambert

On Sept. 5, 2014, Kendal Levine was parked 15 feet off of the side of the road on her mission in Canberra, Australia, to take a picture of a double rainbow when she was hit by a 4,000-pound car traveling 40 mph.

Latter-day Saint Life

The good, the funny, and the downsides of general conference Twitter

By Morgan Pearson

For over five years, I was responsible for coordinating general conference web coverage. This year, I took a break.

Latter-day Saint Life

What newspapers in the 1800s said about the martyrdom of Joseph and Hyrum

By Jannalee Sandau

Joseph and Hyrum’s martyrdom made headlines all across the country—with most sources condemned the act as murder and a scandal.

From the Church

The 10 Biggest Church Announcements from 2014

By LDS Living

In October, the Church released a transparent video explaining the sacred nature of temple garments by comparing them to religious clothing worn by people of other religions. The video generated a lot of public interest, drawing the attention of major news outlets such as the Washington Post and USA Today and becoming explosive on social media where it generated a lot of positive feedback.

Famous Latter-day Saints

The 9 Funniest Mormon Moments of 2016

By LDS Living Staff

The year 2016 has seen many exciting changes in the Church—from the dedication of the 150th temple to changes in missionary dress standards and the First Presidency commenting on the presidential election to major changes in temple and family history work.

Latter-day Saint Life

3 powerful lessons having a mission companion with depression taught me about God’s love

By Lucy Stevenson

Throughout my service as a full-time missionary, I was blessed to serve closely with many people who touched my life in unique ways. Many of these individuals faced emotional struggles, like anxiety and depression. One of them was my own companion.

Famous Latter-day Saints

Just Asking: Brad Wilcox

By LDS Living

What has been the most valuable lesson you’ve learned from the youth of the Church?

Fun

Latter-day Saint Philosopher Adam Miller Shares His Best Advice, Gospel Insights

By LDS Living

Adam S. Miller is a professor of philosophy, prolific writer, and father of three. Throughout his career and authorship of several books, including Letters to a Young Mormon and An Early Resurrection: Life in Christ before You Die, Miller has interwoven philosophy with faith. We recently had the chance to ask him for some insights.