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Healing from Generational Trauma (with Jalynne Geddes)

An indigenous teaching in many communities around the world is that in nature, poison is often located very near the antidote. For example, in Mayan legend, the Chechen trees have a toxic sap that causes rashes or burns when touched, but the Chaca trees grow nearby and provide an antidote. This idea of sting and relief can also be found in family histories. In this episode, artist Jalynne Geddes shares in her own life how generational trauma has been a sting and family history the relief.

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When your spouse leaves the Church: How to strengthen your marriage without weakening your faith

By Author’s Name Withheld

I remember the first time I told someone out loud that my husband was inactive. In my quest for insight and inspired answers, I’ve found many helpful stories and lots of advice that I believe can offer hope to others the way it has for me.

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Nauvoo Pageant - “A Tribute to Joseph Smith”

From the Church

Official First Presidency Message to Newly Elected Pope

The First Presidency of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints released the following statement:

LDS Triplets Battle Rare Form of Eye Cancer

Several months ago, the Low family found out that their second pregnancy would not only give them one more child, but three. The news that they would have identical triplet boys — in addition to their 2-year-old son — was surprising, but Richard and Leslie Low were excited for their unique opportunity.

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5 Misconceptions About Tithing

The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints is a global faith that receives funds and other donations from a variety of donors. The Church uses these charitable donations to spread the gospel of Jesus Christ, to care for the poor, and to strengthen members’ faith and commitment to Jesus Christ. But the details of exactly how tithing funds are used and how other donations are handled are often misconstrued. Here are five misconceptions about tithing and the truth behind them.

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Henry B. Eyring Before He Was Called

Henry B. Eyring is the First Counselor in the First Presidency of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints. But to his family and friends, he is known as Hal and enjoys woodcarving, painting with water colors, and baking bread (Ensign article “President Henry B. Eyring: Called of God”). In this biography of Henry B. Eyring, learn how his life experiences helped him grow into the teacher, leader, and stalwart example of faith he is today.

President Monson: Deutschland, ich liebe dich!

“Deutschland, ich liebe dich” (“Germany, I love you”), President Thomas S. Monson told members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in Hamburg and smiled at the conclusion of the first of four gatherings during a trip to Germany in October 2012. The worldwide president of the Church visited with the faithful in Hamburg, Berlin, Munich, and Frankfurt am Main. “For many weeks I have been eagerly anticipating this visit to a land and people I dearly love,” President Monson said during the final meeting at the Jahrhunderthalle in Frankfurt am Main on October 21, which was broadcast to Church meetinghouses throughout Germany, Austria and Switzerland. More than 10,000 Latter-day Saints gathered at the four venues, thousands more attended the satellite broadcast.

Lesson Helps

July 2013 Home Teaching Message: The World Needs Pioneers Today

For many, the pioneer trek of 1847 didn’t begin at Nauvoo, Kirtland, Far West, or New York but rather in distant England, Scotland, Scandinavia, or Germany. Tiny children could not fully comprehend the dynamic faith that motivated their parents to leave behind family, friends, comfort, and security.

First Presidency Honors George H.W. Bush, Releases Statement

The First Presidency of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints released the following statement Saturday after the death of former U.S. President George H. W. Bush: