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First Presidency Shares 2015 Easter Message

Through the Atonement of Jesus Christ and the power of His Resurrection, all of God’s children will be raised unto life eternal. He gave us His Beloved Son as our Savior to make that possible. The Savior in Gethsemane and on Golgotha paid the price of our sins so that we could be cleansed. That purifying can come to those who have faith in Jesus Christ.

Why Michigan Catholics favor the Mormon candidate

Presidential candidates Mitt Romney and Rick Santorum are neck-and-neck in the polls in the run-up to the Michigan Republican primary on Tuesday. One group that Romney appears to have an advantage with is Roman Catholic voters despite the fact that he is Mormon and Santorum Catholic.

Latter-day Saint Life

How One Mom's Prayer Saved Her Daughter in an Unexpected Way

By Emily Belle Freeman

I close my eyes and focus on soaking up the warmth of the sun. It is halftime, and I am exactly where I most love to be: on the sideline, cheering on my girls and their coach. This is my joy.

Feature Stories

She’s played with members of AC/DC and the Killers. How faith helped this teen drum her way to Harvard

By Emily Linder

Not many 17-year-olds can shred on a drum set the way Sofia Detjen does. Between her musical prowess and faith in God, this Harvard-Berklee–bound teenager’s tempo is hard to beat.

Famous Latter-day Saints

10 famous Latter-day Saints who served missions (and where)

By Jeff Hampton

The prominence of being a celebrity might be taxing at times, but it does provide a unique opportunity for people to publicly share and stand up for their beliefs.

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How much do we know about the spirit world? Here’s what prophets and scriptures have taught

By Danielle Christensen

There’s a lot to learn about the spirit world—don’t miss these insights on the topic from seminary and institute teacher Curtis L. Jacobs.

The gunslinging general authority who went to prison on the Prophet’s orders: 7 amazing facts about Porter Rockwell

By Danielle B. Wagner

A notorious gunslinger, wanted man, and devout Church member, Orrin Porter Rockwell led a life of paradox. His lethal accuracy with a shotgun and policy to “always shoot first … That way they know you’re armed” made his time as a lawman controversial at best. Charged with murder or attempted murder on three occasions, Porter was acquitted twice and died before the last charge could come to courts. Despite his rough-and-tumble attitude, Porter Rockwell remained unshakably faithful to the Church and its leaders until his death in June 1878, serving as a body guard to Joseph Smith and Brigham Young. The incongruities and myths surrounding Rockwell’s life have drawn the fascination of Mormons and non-Mormons alike. But here are a few curious tidbits you might not have known about Orrin Porter Rockwell.

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Best of 2016: 12 Books to Add to Your Reading List

By LDS Living

Kick off the new year with some great reads, including these top books from 2016. Below you'll find books by LDS authors that will strengthen your faith and wise counsel from our apostles and leaders.

Elder and Sister Holland's Touching Message to Mothers

By Jeffrey R. Holland

As Mother's Day approaches, Elder and Sister Holland remind us that the influence of a righteous mother in the lives of her children is more important than ever. Here is what they have to say in their new book, To Mothers: Carrying the Torch of Faith and Family,about the sacred responsibility of mothers in the latter days:

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How choosing to ‘stay awake’ during a loved one’s mental health struggles can sometimes be enough

By Spencer Hyde

When I told my friend we were in the same boat, she balked. And for good reason: no two experiences with mental illness are the same. But I meant it in a number of ways.