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The Unusual Prompting a Firefighter Received that Saved the Walls of the Provo Tabernacle

It’s seldom good news when the phone rings in the middle of the night. The call in the early morning hours of December 17, 2010 was no exception. I was sleeping soundly at home when around 3:00 a.m. I received a call from the Provo Police and Fire Dispatch Center informing me that the tabernacle was on fire. The Provo Tabernacle; no further description was needed.

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President Monson's 85th birthday celebrated with gala event

“Golden Days: A Celebration of Life” is the theme of the upcoming 85th birthday celebration for President Thomas S. Monson of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints to be held at the Conference Center Friday, 17 August, at 8 p.m. Beloved Broadway selections and other favorites will be performed by the Mormon Tabernacle Choir, Orchestra at Temple Square and notable guest artists. “We are very pleased that talented solo artists will be joining the choir to honor this great man,” said choir president Mac Christensen. “I happen to know the songs being performed will delight President Monson.” Guest artists will be announced at a later date.

Photo Gallery: What Mormon Teens are Doing Worldwide

Samoan Latter-day Saint youth participate in rugby during an interfaith conference.

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Podcast: David Holland Tackles Suffering, Pain, and How They Are Essential Parts of Being a Disciple of Christ

By LDS Living

“I believe in a God who suffers with us. A God who promises us meaning out of our sorrow and who will stretch and deepen our hearts as we will let Him and that that is the meaning of all of this,” says David F. Holland, Harvard Divinity School professor and son of Elder Jeffrey R. Holland.

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Photographer's Perfect Timing Accidentally Captures Surprising Silhouettes in Front of Temple

On March 26, 2015 Vonda and her husband Matt had driven to the Payson temple to take some photos. She had just gotten her shot set up and had taken just a few photos when all of a sudden this random couple walks right into the middle of her shot. As she says in her own words, “I had seriously just gotten things set up, but rather than be disappointed I thought I’d take some pictures of their silhouettes that were being backlit by the temple lights because I thought it looked kind of cool.”

Fire in LDS Conference Center leaves thousands of gallons of water in main auditorium

A small fire in a mechanical room in the LDS Conference Center led to water damage and flooding in the main auditorium Monday night. At 8:15 p.m., a fire triggered the sprinkler system in the mechanical room, which sits almost directly above the pulpit. Two sprinklers in the room put out the fire before firefighters arrived.

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10 Stunning Pieces of Artwork Inspired by the Book of Mormon You’ve Never Seen Before

By Book of Mormon Central

Book of Mormon Central (BMC) holds a yearly art contest to encourage, highlight, and popularize new and original pieces of art inspired by the Book of Mormon. The 2017 BMC art contest featured artists from all over the world, from a variety of age groups, and included both amateur and professional artists.

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How Observing the Sabbath Day Could Benefit Your Family

Keeping the Sabbath isn't optional, at least not in God's book. But observing the day of rest prescribed in the 10 Commandments can be more difficult for busy families than honoring their parents or not swearing.

LDS Week in Review: 5 Must-Read Stories (April 18 - April 24)

By LDS Living

Earlier this week, Elder L. Tom Perry was hospitalized for breathing troubles. Though the Church announced that Elder Perry was released from the hospital and was resting at home Wednesday night, Friday, the Church gave an important update on Elder Perry's health:

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8 Crock-Pot Recipes That Will Cook Themselves During General Conference

Let's be honest, food is an important part of general conference for many Mormon families. But nobody wants to be slaving over a stove when their family is gathered together and when prophets and apostles are sharing messages that can uplift and change lives.