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Are We Following Satan's Plan for Parenting?

I recently read a fascinating article by Mette Harrison in Religion News Service. She described Latter-day Saint beliefs about the premortal existence—Heavenly Father and our Savior's plan versus Satan's plan, the war in heaven, and the role agency had to play in these events.

Zucchini Houdini

By Brenda Stanley

What a wonderful thing zucchini is, but rare is the gardener who grows zucchini and doesn’t end up with too many! I set out on an adventure to find ways to use the prolific fruit, regardless of its size. I spent years compiling recipes, stories and trivia about zucchini, and eventually it all came together in my book The Zucchini Houdini. The following are just a few of the many recipes I love! Enjoy!

3 Powerful Paintings That Will Change How You Think About Our Heavenly Family & Earthly Families

By LDS Living

Families are a very important part of the gospel. In the inspired, "The Family: A Proclamation to the World" we are taught, "The family is ordained of God," and, "Happiness in family life is most likely to be achieved when founded upon the teachings of the Lord Jesus Christ."

Latter-day Saint Life

When an LDS Wife Woke Her Husband with the Words "I Feel Suicidal": A Brutally Honest Personal Account

I hope this brave, honest personal account written by Delisa Hargrove on Mormon Hub can help us all have more empathy and become more mindful of those struggling with depression and suicidal thoughts in our families and our wards.

From the Church

First Presidency Urges Members to Vote Against Assisted Suicide & Recreational Marijuana

By Danielle B. Wagner

The First Presidency sent letters to Church members in four states on Wednesday, asking Saints to oppose physician-assisted suicide and recreational marijuana.

Latter-day Saint Life

LDS Mom Who Lost Son to Suicide Shares Her Story, Helps Parents Connect with Their Teens During a Crisis

LDS mother and blogger Heidi Swapp spoke to an audience of parents at a local fire station to address how they can help their teens when they experience a crisis in their personal lives.

How a Mormon Ghost Town Inspired Disney's Latest Movie, "Moana"

What does a Mormon ghost town in Utah have to do with Disney's latest hit, Moana, which is set in the Pacific Islands?

Lesson Helps

New Testament Lesson 11: "He Spake Many Things Unto Them in Parables"

By Ted L. Gibbons

READING: Matthew 13

Latter-day Saint Life

LDS Mom Gives Birth to Twins, 11 Days Apart

"The whole time, it's been really peaceful," Lizzy Baird said. "The Lord has a plan, and this is his plan. … The whole journey, every step of the way, has been a miracle."

Famous Latter-day Saints

David Osmond Sings Incredible, Heartwarming New Christmas Song

"The Star Still Shines," written by Shawna Edwards and performed by David Osmond, reminds us of the miracles that are in our lives today and how all of those small miracles point to the greatest miracle that has ever been, the birth, life, atonement, and resurrection of our Savior.