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Why Does God Rename People in the Bible? (+ Your New Name)

Things get doubly serious when God is the one giving people another name. He puts his seal on their hearts and writes their names on his palms. You better be ready for all that awaits you, [for He has given you a new name, the name of His Only Begotten]. The stakes are high.

Latter-day Saint Life

Gay Mormon Shares What It's Like Being Gay in Family-Oriented Church (+ The Powerful Insight That Changed His Perspective)

By Josh Searle

Josh Searle was one of many gay Mormons whose stories were featured on the Church's website, mormonandgay.lds.org.Here is just one of the Church videos that shared his story:

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LDS Man Unexpectedly Finds Biological Family with the Help of Ancestry DNA

After years of searching, Matt Heninger had given up on finding his biological family. But then, with the help of family history work and DNA testing, Heninger discovered something completely unexpected.

Latter-day Saint Life

2 Vital Resources to Help You Deal With Criticisms Against the Church

MR says: One of these resources we've heard all of our lives, but the other might be a surprise to you.

{LDSL Blog} Best of: Stories of the Week, September 29-October 5

By LDS Living

You might have missed what went on the last week, but we've put together our list of the week's most popular stories so you don't miss a beat. For September 29 through October 5, 2012, these are LDS Living’s top hits:

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Church Releases Video Series: Apostles, Women Church Leaders Address Mormons Who Feel They Don't Belong

In a new, powerful video series by the Mormon Channel, five Apostles and two female Church leaders speak directly to members who feel ostracized and like they do not belong in the Church.

Latter-day Saint Life

12 Unique Gifts to Give the Savior This Year

By Kathryn Jenkins Gordon

Use these ideas in conjunction with the Church's LIGHTtheWORLD Christmas campaign, or any time during the year!

Latter-day Saint Life

The Secret Formula for Making A Heaven On Earth

When I was 14 years old I received my Patriarchal Blessing. This is a very special blessing for Mormons which is given by a man holding the priesthood office called “Patriarch”. We believe the words spoken by the patriarch come directly from God, exclusively to us. So, it becomes our own personal scripture. The Patriarchal Blessing is considered sacred and personal, so we do not discuss it at length with others.

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New Music Video Puts Unusual Spin on "I Need Thee Every Hour" That Is Powerful & Profound

By LDS Living

You need to hear this! Composed and recorded by the eight Bonner siblings and their parents, this original song, "I Am Here," takes inspiration from "I Need Thee Every Hour" to create a song that blends pop, gospel, and a beloved hymn.

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Watch This Exquisite Rendition of "I Need Thee Every Hour" By High School Students

Check out this emotional and moving performance from the American Heritage Lyceum Philharmonic. The Lyceum Philharmonic is comprised of nearly 100 high-school musicians who come from many schools across the state of Utah to participate in an after-school music program at American Heritage School. The Philharmonic is one of five orchestras in a community program that boasts over 200 students ages five to eighteen.