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Miss Utah Model International Shares Touching Conversion to LDS Faith in Brazil

Wilmara Valentin Pierce had been walking for hours when she came across the sign that said “Visitors Welcome.” In an attempt to distance herself from the chaotic life of downtown Sao Paulo, a city she called the “New York” of Brazil, the young model was searching for a new place to live. She was also searching for a fresh start.

9: “The Worth of Souls Is Great” (Doctrine and Covenants 18–19)

If you happen to be in a place in your life where you feel the need to repent—this lesson is for you. If you happen to be in a place in your life where you feel like you don’t need to repent—then this lesson is definitely for you. And if that feels like doom and gloom for you, don’t worry, it’s not. This week’s lesson, Doctrine and Covenants 18–19, is filled with hope and messages from the Savior meant to bring us closer to Him and help us see the immeasurable value Heavenly Father has for all His children.

Help for Life Challenges

Dwelling on the past? Here’s the key to moving forward

By Abby Larkins

“I can relate to Lot’s wife. For one reason or another, we’ve all unnecessarily dwelt on the past.”

Daniel Peterson: The Power of a Witness

David Whitmer, Martin Harris, and Oliver Cowdery. Those are the well-known names of three men whose witnesses of the Book of Mormon stood the test of time, even if their loyalty to the Church sometimes wavered. But who were they? What about these men enabled God to use them in Restoration? Why did they all, at various points, step away from the Church? And why did two of them come back? On this week’s episode, Daniel Peterson, an executive producer of the new movie “Witnesses,” discusses the significance of these men’s roles in Church history and why we should hold gratitude in our hearts for their lives.

Lita and Kevin Giddins: Christ and His People Will Ever Be One

As teenagers, both Lita and Kevin were drawn to the restored gospel because of the arts. Both former BYU Young Ambassadors, Lita and Kevin believe representation in the arts is just one way we gather Israel. Later this month, Lita and Kevin will combine their love for the arts and their desire for all to be gathered in with a special event in the Conference Center Theater—an event to help Christ and His People to ever be one.

Strengthening Our Humility with Maria Eckersley

Do we sometimes look at being humble as being self-deprecating or diminishing our strengths? Being humble doesn’t equal being unimportant. Humility isn’t shrinking out of sight or shying away from being strong, and it isn’t hating on yourself. When we are truly humble, we can appreciate our own strengths and lift others as well. Like the saying goes, “All ships rise with the tide.” Being humble is another way to know our divine worth and the divine worth of others as children of God.

7: The Spirit of Christmas

Stories in this episode: A missionary in Guatemala learns that Christmas sometimes means emptying buckets; When Christmas service gets real, a surly teen has a change of heart; Making amends brings a recovering addict and his family closer to the real spirit of the season; Newlyweds with nothing to give discover the secret to a full and rich Christmas.

Bonus: How to Become One of Our Storytellers

Do you have a story to tell but you're not sure how to do it? TITG story producers Davi Johnson and Sarah Blake are here to help! This bonus episode will give you insights into the story producing process with tips and tricks to help you get your story ready... AND! They'll share upcoming themes for the episodes. When you're ready, call our pitchline: (515) 519-6179.

Taufa family shows faith in wake of LDS missionary's death

President Elini Kinikini of the Tongan North Stake and Bishop Siosaia Tu’itupou of the Riverside 2nd Ward were invited to the living room where they somberly and directly shared the tragic news that their second child and second missionary son, Elder Siosiua Andrew Taufa, had lost his life in Guatemala earlier that evening. Sulieti let out a cry that brought their daughters running into the room, but Ivan remained stoic and steadied himself by bracing the armrest of the couch. With the help of their priesthood leaders, he calmed his family’s tears and their anguish.

Lesson Helps

October 2014 Home Teaching Message: The Prayer of Faith

By LDS Living

Prayer is more than words we speak to God. It is a two-way communication between God and His children.