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44: "A House unto My Name" (Doctrine and Covenants 124)

Did you know that there was a period when the Relief Society was disbanded? While Latter-day Saint women continued to serve in many capacities, the official Relief Society structure did not exist in the Church between 1844 and 1867. It was then that Eliza R. Snow helped reorganize this vital Church organization under the direction of President Brigham Young. As we study Doctrine and Covenants 124, we’ll talk about what led up to the disbandment of the Relief Society and how it grew into the worldwide organization it is today.

Barbara Morgan Gardner: How Women (and Men) Misunderstand the Priesthood + What We Can Do About It

Barbara Morgan Gardner’s journey to understanding her access as a woman to priesthood power began as a young girl wondering which scriptures applied to her and which didn’t. Today on “All In,” she shares both doctrinal insights and practical tips for accessing and celebrating the gift of priesthood power to both men and women.

Maddie Morris and Her Parents: From Silly Mustaches to a Teen's Christmas Wish

Maddie Morris has had a brain tumor three times. In the past, friends and family showed their support by posting pictures of themselves on social media sporting fake mustaches. The pictures brought a smile to young Maddie’s face while she endured treatment, and they even inspired her parents to write a middle-grade novel about the experience. But as now 19-year-old Maddie prepares to have surgery once again this December, she has a bit of a different wish that she’d love your help with this Christmas.

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Does "Jane and Emma" Do Justice to These Great Women? Latter-day Saint Moviegoers Review

By Trina Boice

Latter-day Saint Moviegoers help you make informed decisions by reviewing films for artistry, content, and Gospel parallels. For daily reviews and movie news, join ourFacebook group.

Teachings of Ezra Taft Benson 6: Jesus Christ, Our Savior and Redeemer

By Kelly Merrill

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What President Eyring and other Church leaders said at interfaith events this week + 2 devotionals you don’t want to miss

By Valerie Russell

Editor’s note: “This week from the pulpit” highlights recent messages by General Authorities, General Officers, and leaders of the Church.

A boy gives a talk in a Latter-day Saint meetinghouse.

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Do we over-say ‘I know’?

By Aaron D. Franklin

“I would contend that believing in something is one of the most powerful, personal acts of faith we can offer.”

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Belief Is a Choice, One We Have to Make Every Day

MR says: Where do you stand? Would you rather choose to believe or choose to doubt?

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Early Returned Missionary Shares Brutally Honest Story, Powerful Message: Missionaries Who Return Early Are Not 2nd-Class Members

By Kelly Martinez

Returned Missionary: Early to Home, Pt. 1 – Señor WritesThe following has been republished with permission from senorwrite.wordpress.com:

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20+ Exciting Books Your Family Will Love This Fall

By LDS Living

Thomas S. Monson loved spending summers at his family's cabin in Utah's Vivian Park. One summer day, he and his best friend, Danny, decided to clear a field so they could gather with their friends and have a campfire that night. The tall, stubborn weeds would not pull out easily. So Tommy had the idea to burn them up instead.