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The Time Muhammad Ali Visited Temple Square

He floated like a butterfly; he stung like a bee. Muhammad Ali, proclaimed by himself—and practically everyone else—as "The Greatest," was never one to brag. After all, he said, "It's not bragging if you can back it up."

Latter-day Saint Life

Sister Uchtdorf: "You Have the Potential to Be Angels of Glory"

“Those of you who are single, divorced, or live in challenging family circumstances, please know that God knows and loves you, and when you stay true to your covenants, the joy of family life will not be shortened or kept from you,” Sister Uchtdorf said at a worldwide devotional for young adults. “I do not know exactly how this will be, but I do know that the Lord’s grace, mercy, and love is sufficient for all of us. He will make it happen according to His way and His time.”

Latter-day Saint Life

Why One Man Waited 25 Years to Receive the Priesthood + How He Changed a Community

When Harry Bailey Jr. learned from his bishop he could finally hold the priesthood after waiting a quarter of a century for the opportunity, he had his temple clothes already pressed and ready. “He told me once that if he could strip off his skin to hold the priesthood, he would,” Johanna Brutinell said. Learn more about how this amazing Latter-day Saint ministered to his community and remained faithful, despite racism and priesthood restrictions.

Latter-day Saint Life

The Atlantic" Praises Mormon Tradition of FHE, Calls It "Antidote to Fast-Paced Living

"More than 100 years after family home evening was conceived, it has taken on new relevance in a modern, fast-paced culture," The Atlantic writes. It seems our prophets have yet again anticipated the concerns of our modern world and established teachings and traditions that strengthen its members.

From the Church

Church Launches New Website Promoting Unprecedented Churchwide Celebration

By LDS Living

"I say unto you, be one," a new Church website reads, quoting Doctrine and Covenants 38:27.

Latter-day Saint Life

Venezuelan Prison Riot Renews Calls to Free Imprisoned Mormon as Josh Holt Pleads for Help, Testifies He's a Child of God

On Thanksgiving 2017, Josh Holt posted on Facebook thanking those who have tried to free him, those who have written to him and prayed for him. He also expressed his gratitude for his wife, daughters, family, and shared this touching testimony: "I am also thankful for God. Thankful that he has never left my side and continues to bless me. Even in the darkest of days, we can find the way the Lord is blessing us. Through small and simple things great things come to past. I am thankful for Jesus Christ, for his atonement which without I would never be able to get through this trial . . . There have been so many days here that God has comforted me as I am here alone in this jail cell or lay crying on my bed out of frustration, sadness, or even loneliness."

Fun

When a 1937 Movie Newsreel Called Mormons "The Wealthiest Churchgoers in the World"

MR says: This is simply incredible! A movie newsreel from the Great Depression touting Mormons, the Church's Welfare Plan, and how "its members [are] the wealthiest churchgoers in the world."

TODAY Ranks Utah's Quirkiest Baby Names—and Latter-day Saints Have Something to Do with It

By Danielle B. Wagner

Recently, TODAY released their list of quirky baby names ranked by state, which means they looked at every name given to at least 100 babies in 2015, then calculated the percentage of babies in each state with those names. While it is interesting to take a look at the unusual names parents are calling their children nowadays, it's also fascinating to see the significance behind some of these names.

From the Church

Locations Announced for Orem Utah, Taylorsville Utah, and McAllen Texas Temples

President Russell M. Nelson announced the three temples during October General Conference

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5 Soup Recipes to Celebrate National Soup Month

By Jannalee Sandau

With the New Year comes the chance to celebrate National Soup Month in January! Though soup is especially popular in cold winter climates, this versatile meal option is enjoyed all over the world. Check out these fun facts you never knew about this popular food: