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The Dream That Led a 3-Time Olympic Medalist to Join the Church

Standing at an incredible 6 feet 11 inches, Krešimir Ćosić was made for basketball. Born in Zadar, Yugoslavia (now Croatia), on November 26, 1948, Ćosić began playing on his national team at 16 and won two world championships and three European championships during his lifetime. He also competed in four Games, earning three Olympic medals.

Latter-day Saint Life

Standing in a Celestial Room, the Beautiful Witness This Black Family Had a Year Before the Priesthood Revelation

A powerful article onlds.orgshares the faithful stories of black members of the Church and their experiences before and after the priesthood revelation in 1978. This is the story of the Martins family.

Teachings of Gordon B. Hinckley Lesson 16: "The Power of the Book of Mormon"

By Kelly Merrill

As we launch into this lesson about the Book of Mormon it is important that we review the nature of a Spirit-born testimony first. One of the keys to understanding how our testimonies work is to remember that we are mortal. As such, our memories fade with time. Even spiritual witnesses dim if not nourished and renewed by the Spirit.

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Sad to see TOFW end? Start a new chapter with Magnify events, coming to a city near you

As with TOFW, our reason for gathering is the same: to lift and strengthen each other in the restored truth of the gospel of Jesus Christ AND to have fun while doing it! With Magnify events, we’ll carry out this mission in ways that feel both familiar and new.

26: "Thy Kingdom Shall Be Established for Ever" (2 Samuel 5–7; 11–12; 1 Kings 3; 8; 11)

What does it mean to inquire of the Lord? We have a sneaking suspicion that it means more than asking a question, and a look at David’s life might confirm our hunch. For most of his life, David inquired of the Lord to know what he should do—and he was blessed. And sadly, David sometimes chose not to inquire of the Lord—and he suffered a lot of regret and sorrow. As we study 2 Samuel 5–7, 11–12 and 1 Kings 3, 8, and 11, we’ll look for examples of what it means to inquire of the Lord, and how this action can bless and protect our lives.

Famous Latter-day Saints

BuzzFeed Features LDS Two-Time Best DJ in America, How His Faith & Music Inspire Others

MR says: How does a DJ who pulls in up to half a million a night balance his music career with his life as a husband and dad of three? How does he stay true to his standards? Two-time winner of America's Best DJ Kaskade says, "For me, I made up my mind a long time ago who I am and what I’m about."

Famous Latter-day Saints

Latter-day Saint Opera Singer with 2 Lung Transplants Dies at 35 After a Life of Faith, Inspiration

By Danielle B. Wagner

Celebrated opera soprano Charity Tillemann-Dick not only stunned audiences with her awe-inspiring voice, she also motivated thousands to live truer, fuller, more intentional lives. On April 24, Tillemann-Dick passed away at 35 years old. On her Facebook page, her loved ones posted:

Looking back on 3 times Danny Ainge shared his faith during his time as president of the Boston Celtics

Danny Ainge’s storied career with the Boston Celtics, both as a player and as president of basketball operations will soon come to a close, as was announced Wednesday in news that took the sports world by storm. Ainge’s position will be filled by current Celtics head coach Brad Stevens. Ainge, who brought two NBA titles to Boston as a player and one NBA title as an executive, says his decision to step down was prompted by his family’s concern following a heart attack two years ago. “I started thinking about my life and what I’d like to accomplish. I don’t know what my future holds. I don’t have any plans,” Ainge said Wednesday.

From the Church

12 powerful quotes by Apostles and their wives from 6 young adult devotionals on the same day

By Lindsey Williams

On Sunday, November 1, six members of the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles and their wives participated in broadcast devotionals in the United States and Canada.

Smiling women standing outside the LDS Harare, Zimbabwe temple.

Temple Worship

Joyful photos from Zimbabwe’s first temple dedication

By Church News

“The Lord and the faithful members are hastening His work in this beautiful part of His vineyard,” said Elder Gerrit W. Gong.