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Teachings of Gordon B. Hinckley Lesson 4: "The Pioneer Heritage of Faith and Sacrifice"

Below is the opening quote to this lesson. I have included it because it sets up an important premise for the whole lesson.

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Emily Belle Freeman: Why being more vulnerable with God produces miracles

By Emily Belle Freeman

The story of Moses features so many characters unknowingly sent to bring about God’s goodness, but God was aware of them.

Religion on Facebook: Finding faith in social media

It was just one video of many posted on Southeast Christian Church's Facebook page. A few members of the nondenominational evangelical Christian church in Salt Lake City made a video about their experiences in a financial seminar the church sponsored. Someone saw it on Facebook, stopped by the church to see if it would be offered again and ended up coming regularly: Virtual interaction became real contact. As more and more people use Facebook, it is only natural that churches might try to take advantage of its potential to connect with their members and with a broader audience. A report from LifeWay Research found that 47 percent of Protestant church congregations nationwide now use Facebook. But with this use comes questions about its appropriateness.

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When a Senior Missionary with No Fingers on His Left Hand Was Called to Play the Piano for His Branch

Serving a senior mission can be a sacrifice, as Sister and Elder Kartchner know all too well. After many sacrifices that required faith, the couple had just enough money for food, gas, and rent while they served their mission in New Zealand. But there was one other challenge that would require faith and sacrifice when Elder Kartchner, who had no fingers on his left hand, was asked to play the piano for his branch.

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"You Can Be an LGBT Ally and a Faithful Member of the Church," Says Former YSA Bishop

“We all have crosses we’re carrying,” former YSA Bishop Richard Ostler said. “To understand someone’s cross, we’ve kind of got to go there with them, listen to their story, and then we’re fully able to mourn with them or comfort them or walk with them.”

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President Nelson Pens Personal Note of Sympathy to Pope Francis After Notre Dame Fire

President Russell M. Nelson of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints wrote words of comfort and encouragement to Pope Francis in the wake of the devastating fire at the Notre Dame Cathedral in Paris, April 15, 2019.

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President Monson's Last Messages to Members of the Church

By Danielle B. Wagner

As I've been studying the words and guidance of our beloved President Thomas S. Monson this week, the range and depth of the wisdom he shared stagger me. With 54 years of apostolic and prophetic counsel and advice, not to mention books and biographies that detail the intimate lessons and details of his life, it's hard to comprehend the unfailing service, devotion, faith, and commitment of this great man.

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Have You Ever Wondered What Happened to Joseph Smith's Sisters?

Faith was a real and vibrant part of life for the three sisters of the Prophet Joseph Smith.

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BYU Researchers Find Connection Between Prayer and How It Keeps Families Together

It began when BYU researcher Joe Chelladurai asked a question: How does prayer make a difference in families? After extensive research, here's what he and his colleagues found:

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Watch: Incredible Truths About Mary That Provide Insight into This Week's "Come, Follow Me" Lesson

By LDS Living

Across our worldwide Church, children, youth, and adults are studying Matthew 1 and Luke 1, which tells of the miraculous conception of John the Baptist and Jesus Christ. Recently, Daniel Smith of Messages of Christ created a video contrasting these two events, a video that highlights the incredible faith and devotion of Mary, the mother of the Son of God. These insights can add depth to our study of the new Come, Follow Me curriculum and our understanding of New Testament events.