Leaders of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints are extending a special invitation to Primary children ages 3–11, parents, and leaders to watch the Friend to Friend broadcast, a worldwide event that premieres on February 20, 2021, to encourage children to follow Jesus Christ and serve others as He did.

Many members of the Church feel a deep connection with the First Presidency and Quorum of the Twelve Apostles. As we read their words and listen to them speak twice a year in general conference, we are able to learn from their unique spiritual strengths and distinct teaching styles. Since we are accustomed to seeing Church leaders in spiritual settings, it can be tempting to think of these men only in a spiritual light; however, they are multidimensional people with individual interests and personalities.

Members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints will soon have unprecedented free access to family history records, including obituaries.

I was called as the mission president of the France Bordeaux Mission in 1989, and we arrived in Bordeaux in the month of July. The mission was just opening, and we were the first family to live in the mission home, which was still being furnished when we arrived. The mission home needed a piano, and we were encouraged to visit local music stores to find one. It seemed with each store we entered, seeing our missionary tags with the name of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, the proprietor of the store would say, “I know one of your members, Philippe Moreau.” Philippe was a concert pianist of some reputation in Bordeaux, and I was impressed that he was so open about his beliefs. I expected to meet him soon. When we did not meet him, I asked the leaders in Bordeaux about Philippe Moreau. Their countenances saddened at the question, and they informed me that he was no longer a member of the Church. They explained that he had joined the Church in his late teens and had been a fervent disciple of the Savior, but then had moved away from the Savior’s teachings.

The New Orleans Pelicans have struck a deal to sign sharpshooter Jimmer Fredette, according to sources close to the process.

Dear Dave,

Michelle Snow has a different take on food storage. Rather than storing food in bulk quantities that are difficult to take with you in an emergency, she stores all the ingredients for each meal in an individual sack, including the water necessary to cook it. This way, she knows she has everything she needs and never runs into surprises.

The Olive Osmond Hearing Fund is proud to announce that tickets for the Youth Pioneer Production at Utah Pioneer Days are now available! With Zion’s Bank as the presenting sponsor for the Youth Pioneer Production, this event celebrates Utah’s pioneer and Native American heritage, making this the largest pioneer production in the state. Please join us in our celebration July 24, 25, and 26 at the West Jordan Arena. Located at 8125 S. 2200 W. West Jordan, Utah. Doors for the event open at 7 p.m. and close at 10 p.m. with a spectacular celebration of fireworks to follow. Tickets are family affordable, starting at only $6 for general seating and $12 for reserved seating per person. Tickets are available at www.utahPIONEERdays.com.

Dear Dave,

Dear Dave,