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First Presidency Calls 16 New Temple Presidents to Utah, Switzerland, Spain, and More

From two temples in Utah to temples in Canada, Australia, and Colombia, learn more about the new temple presidents called by the First Presidency.

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What the Church has said about myths, false doctrines surrounding race and the priesthood

Over time, Church leaders and members advanced many theories to explain the priesthood and temple restrictions. None of these explanations is accepted today as the official doctrine of the Church.

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Church Calls for Legislation That Protects Religious Freedom, LGBT Rights

The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints is deeply concerned that the ongoing conflicts between religious liberty and LGBT rights is poisoning our civil discourse, eroding the free exercise of religion and preventing diverse Americans of good will from living together in respect and peace. Lawmakers across the nation, including members of Congress, are working to enact or strengthen laws that ensure LGBT persons fair access to important rights, such as nondiscrimination in areas like housing, employment and appropriate public accommodations. The Church is on record favoring reasonable measures that secure such rights.

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Q&A with inventive string trio Simply Three

Of their latest album, bass player Nick Villalobos says, “We presented hymns [with] a much more cinematic feel . . . I never would have thought a hymns album would be my favorite album Simply Three has done, and yet here we are.”

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Is it Mesa or Laie? Take our temple look-alike quiz

By Haley Lundberg

Test your temple knowledge and see if you can spot the differences in these similar-looking temples around the world!

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3 Ways to Better Support Your Missionary

By Robert E. Quinn

My first child to leave on a mission was my son Ryan. I handled his departure in a very masculine way: at his farewell and at the airport I remained in control of my feelings. But the pain of separation was killing me.

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Angels, False Imprisonment, and the Story Behind "The Spirit of God"

By LDS Living Staff

Though the particular date it was written and the events that inspired "The Spirit of God" are unknown, there are many miraculous and incredible stories behind this beloved song and its author, William Wines Phelps, that have lead it to become one of the most recognizable and beloved Latter-day Saint hymns.

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President Monson's Last Messages to Members of the Church

By Danielle B. Wagner

As I've been studying the words and guidance of our beloved President Thomas S. Monson this week, the range and depth of the wisdom he shared stagger me. With 54 years of apostolic and prophetic counsel and advice, not to mention books and biographies that detail the intimate lessons and details of his life, it's hard to comprehend the unfailing service, devotion, faith, and commitment of this great man.

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4 Mistakes We Make When Dealing with Trials (That Only Make Them Worse)

By Danielle B. Wagner

Daily personal challenges are common enough in our culture— things like negativity, doubt, anger, loneliness, jealousy, and selfishness. Despite their commonality, these trials can be the most dangerous and degrading to the soul. They wear us down physically, mentally, emotionally, and spiritually.

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“Someday My Children Will Come”: Lessons Learned from Waiting 20 Years for Kids

By Marie-Françoise Euvrard

Marie-Françoise Euvrard was born in Paris, France, and joined The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in 1960. She is the mother of two wonderful boys whom she and her husband adopted from Nepal. Professionally, she is a piano teacher and translates hymns and songs for the Church. She and her husband, Christian, serve as directors of the visitors’ center adjacent to the temple in Rome, Italy.