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9 times Church leaders have talked about Santa Claus

Is Santa Claus a part of your Christmas tradition? Check out these charming and insightful stories from Church leaders about old Saint Nick.

Latter-day Saint Life

President Nelson Shares What Will Help Us When Surrounded by Uncertainty and Fear

By Lindsey Williams

Editor's note: Our bi-weekly Friday column, “Found in the Footnotes,” explores some of the footnotes from remarks given by General Authorities and General Officers of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.

From the Church

Here are the new features and keynote speakers coming to RootsTech 2022

By Haley Lundberg

Elder and Sister Soares along with six other celebrities from around the world will be the featured speakers at this year’s conference, and nearly 900 sessions will be available in 40 languages.

5-minute Devotionals to Help Protect and Strengthen Your Family

Latter-day Saint Life

5 Family Gospel Lessons in 5 Minutes or Less

By Nicole Carpenter, author of "52 Weeks to Fortify Your Family: 5-minute messages"

We are raising our children in a volatile world. The lines between right and wrong, good and evil continue to fade. We worry about our children and pray that they are strong enough to handle it all.

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24 Photos of Temples Looking Like Winter Wonderlands

By LDS Living Staff

It doesn't take much to make a temple stunning—its inherent physical and spiritual light literally make it glow with radiance.

3 Reasons the Book of Mormon is a Miracle

Latter-day Saint Life

3 Ways the Book of Mormon Stands Up to Critics

By Randal A. Wright

As Elder Mark E. Petersen observed, “The Book of Mormon is a literary and a religious masterpiece, and is far beyond even the fondest hopes or abilities of any farm boy” (“It Was a Miracle!” Ensign, November 1977, 11). From its discovery to its translation and publication, the coming forth of the Book of Mormon was simply miraculous—and the book itself continues to be a miracle in the lives of people all over the world. Here are three reasons why the Book of Mormon is such a miraculous work.

Latter-day Saint Life

7 Beautifully Unique LDS Chapels (and the Stories Behind Them)

By Jonathan Kland

The members of the Columbus Ohio Branch purchased a house and lot in March of 1929 with the intent of building a new meetinghouse. By July, the lot was cleared and the construction of the chapel began, but they had very few provisions to build with.

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A fun and simple Easter egg activity that will get your kids excited to learn about the Savior

Amidst the family parties, candy, and egg decorating, I will always remember those moments of calm as we took time to read about the One who made eternal life and happiness possible.

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Kenyan Students Sing Powerful Cover of BYU Vocal Point's "Nearer, My God, to Thee"

By LDS Living

You need to hear this stunning version of "Nearer My God to Thee," performed by the Redfourth Chorus from Upper Hill School Nairobi in Kenya. This song was arranged by James Stevens and originally sung by BYU's Vocal Point.

What Do We Know About the Wise Men?

By FUN FOR LESS

When you go to Israel, also plan a stop at Petra, Jordan. It may be the home of two of the "wise men".