It was 1980 and a coup d’état had just occurred in South Korea. An official from Washington was sent out to meet with General Chun Doo-Hwan, who now ran the country and would be president for seven years. Chun asked me to facilitate communication at the meeting.

What does dynamite have to do with the largest Family History conference in the world? And where else can you see a U of U football player and BYU quarterback promoting the same good cause, all for free?

The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints is inviting its membership to join others across the United States in prayer this weekend for those whose lives have been touched by suicide and those struggling with suicidal behavior and mental illness. September 7–9, 2018, is the National Weekend of Prayer for Faith, Hope, and Life.

President Russell M. Nelson's experience as a cardiac surgeon and researcher has provided him with a unique perspective. As he taught in a 1993 BYU devotional, "Cardiac surgeons speak of the heart in terms of its structural integrity. The word integrity is related to the word integer, which means 'entire' or 'whole.' Integrity may be defined as 'unimpaired.' Integrity also means 'incorruptible,' a firm adherence to a code of values. Integrity denotes a state of completeness. If any component of the heart loses its integrity, the heart is impaired and a vicious cycle ensues. . . . Repentance, strengthening, and sanctification are part of that cherished prize—integrity of heart. . . . Dear brothers and sisters, if I could have the fondest wish of my heart granted, it would be that you could know who you really are—that you were from premortal realms." We are grateful for the integrity of heart of our prophet.

Why did the family of the LDS student who died in Nutty Putty caves decide to let his death and story be shared with millions around the world? The answer is beautiful and profound.

“I felt powerless, alone, and like I had no choice. After 18 years of abusing drugs and alcohol, an honorable mission, temple marriage, and three beautiful children, I overdosed on July 1, 2006. I entered the Ranch on July 6, 2006. My life began to change on that very day. I could feel the presence of something I had once been very familiar with, the Holy Spirit. I began to feel hope and peace…” says David Pinegar, graduate of Renaissance Ranch.

Authorsand Time Out for Women presenters Tamu Smith and Zandra Vranes have long been a voice for black members of the Church under the name "Sistas in Zion." Now they've brought their witty humor to LDS Living readers in this fun and insightful new video. Here is a taste of one of their tips:

Excerpted from "A Bright Shining Star," 2010 Christmas Devotional

I've never thought about Nephi's killing of Laban like this before. This completely changed the way I understand Nephi and the beginning of the Book of Mormon!

Bolaji Oyebanji Adepoju is not like most missionaries. Before he left for his mission in Italy, Adepoju survived a shooting attack in his own home and a miraculous rescue at sea. Read more about his amazing story below.