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Governor Honors BYU Players for Hail Mary Pass and Other Achievements

He may have played his last game in a BYU uniform, but men's basketball star Kyle Collinsworth is still bringing accolades to his school. Collinsworth, who recently wrapped up a stellar career as the Cougars' point guard, was honored by Governor Gary Herbert at the 5th annual State of Sports Awards.

From the Church

Church Leaders Share How New Seminary Program Will Help Youth Tackle Hard Questions

“This is revelation,” said Elder Kim B. Clark, General Authority and Commissioner of Church Education. “This is the Lord moving us to a position to educate and develop the rising generation in a more powerful way than we have ever done before.”

Famous Latter-day Saints

5 Celebrities Featured in the Church's "I'm a Mormon" Videos

By Jenny Spencer Hunt

There are some pretty famous Mormons out there, and they're ready to stand up for what they believe in. Check out these five celebrities who have been featured in the Church's "I'm a Mormon" video campaign.

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LDS Comedian Ryan Hamilton Opens for Legendary Jerry Seinfeld, Eats Pizza with Him

By Katie Lambert

LDS comedian Ryan Hamilton recently posted something most comedians can only dream of—opening a show for the legendary Jerry Seinfeld.

Latter-day Saint Life

John Bytheway: What If There Were No Joseph Smith?

Look at how the prayer of a teenage boy has transformed the world we live in today. Check out these great insights from John Bytheway about what the world would look like if Joseph Smith had never been born.

Latter-day Saint Life

Early LDS Apostle Orson Hyde Inducted Into Derby Hall of Fame

By Katie Lambert

For 10 years, the city of Derby, Connecticut, has chosen Derby natives and residents who have shaped history to be inducted into the Derby Hall of Fame.

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LDS Comedian to Be Featured on Netflix Original Stand-Up Comedy Show (+ Videos of His Most Hilarious Clean Comedy)

By Danielle B. Wagner

After being named one of Rolling Stone’s "Five Comics to Watch," LDS comedian Ryan Hamilton will be featured on a Netflix’s original stand-up comedy special on August 29, performing a one-hour routine called “Happy Face."

Latter-day Saint Life

President Obama: "Jesus Is a Good Cure for Fear"

President Obama's most recent National Prayer Breakfast speech focused on the way faith can overcome fear in our lives. He also talked about our need to love others, particularly those of other faiths, and that this love will help us conquer our differences. These statements reminded me of what prophets and apostles have taught throughout the centuries:

Latter-day Saint Life

Venezuelan Judge Orders Returned Missionary to Be Tried on Weapons Charges, Recording of Josh Holt Begging for Medical Help Released

Returned missionary Josh Holt has been barred from the hospital despite increasing medical concerns. Recently, a recording of Holt was released where you can hear him saying, "I don't know what to do. I've never felt like this before."

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How George Albert Smith saved the Salt Lake Tabernacle after a July Fourth fireworks mishap

By Jamie Armstrong

Did you know that fireworks once set the roof of the Salt Lake Tabernacle on fire? Read on to find out when it happened and which future prophet saved the beloved building.