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We asked, you answered: Here are your 4 favorite types of general conference traditions

We think Latter-day Saint traditions are at their best during general conference weekend. Check out what our readers look forward to most.

Latter-day Saint Life

She was a Primary president at 13—how one woman learned to ‘have no fear in saying yes’ to God

By Emily Linder

“If there is one thing I know, it is that when Jesus Christ asks us to take His hand and walk with Him onto the water, we should have no fear in saying yes.”

Two young children sing in a Primary music program.

From the Church

Exciting, inspiring aspects of the new hymnbook you won’t want to overlook

By Maddie Tolk

Already, Church members and leaders are finding joy in the new hymnbook. Here are a few reasons why.

10 Prophets and Apostles Who've Served in the Military (+ Their Incredible Stories)

By Kaela Worthen Gardner

We thank all the brave men and women who have served in militaries around the world to protect their countries.

Latter-day Saint Life

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.

Latter-day Saint Life

Staff Picks: Our favorite books to get your family reading this summer

By LDS Living

For long summer days spent at home, we've rounded up quite the list of books for readers of all ages. Consider this your one-stop for all your family's summer reading. Many of these titles are available on Bookshelf PLUS+ and your whole family can use the same account—which gives you access to listen to and read unlimited books available from Deseret Book!

Latter-day Saint Life

Why Elder Packer Invited a Hostile, Less-Active Member to Speak at Stake Conference

By Boyd K. Packer

The following is an excerpt from Memorable Stories and Parables by Boyd K. Packer.

Teachings of Gordon B. Hinckley Lesson 21: "The Latter-day Miracle of Missionary Work"

By Kelly Merrill

The opening section of this lesson talks about the missionary experiences of President Hinckley. It also gives some statistics about the growth of the Church during his time as President and Prophet. The question that arose in my mind while reading the stats given in the lesson has more to do with the work involved in attaining growth in the Church.

Teachings of Howard W. Hunter Lesson 16: "Marriage—An Eternal Partnership"

By Kelly Merrill

Of all the combinations of human relationships possible, the only one that can result in exaltation and eternal progression is the relationship found in the eternal marriage of a man and a woman. The Lord set the example for eternal marriage when he married Adam and Eve in the Garden of Eden while they were still immortal. Marriage was never intended to be a temporary contract. It has always been intended to be eternally binding.

Latter-day Saint Life

The Miraculous Conversion Stories of 4 Preachers Who Gave Up Everything to Join the Church

By Excerpted from "Saints"

Visions, dreams, faith, and sacrifice. These are many reoccurring elements in the conversion stories of some of the very first members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Learn more about their incredible stories in the accounts below.