Search - LDS Living

Looking back on 3 times Danny Ainge shared his faith during his time as president of the Boston Celtics

Danny Ainge’s storied career with the Boston Celtics, both as a player and as president of basketball operations will soon come to a close, as was announced Wednesday in news that took the sports world by storm. Ainge’s position will be filled by current Celtics head coach Brad Stevens. Ainge, who brought two NBA titles to Boston as a player and one NBA title as an executive, says his decision to step down was prompted by his family’s concern following a heart attack two years ago. “I started thinking about my life and what I’d like to accomplish. I don’t know what my future holds. I don’t have any plans,” Ainge said Wednesday.

Here are 3 insightful articles about the First Presidency’s ministry over the past 3 years

By Danielle Christensen

Through the many ups and downs of the last three years, leaders of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints have inspired us with their insight, support, and direction. Recently, Church News shared some of the many ways in which the First Presidency has guided Latter-day Saints since President Russell M. Nelson’s call as prophet in 2018. Here are three articles giving us deeper insight into the ministry of each member of the First Presidency and how they have led the Church with faith during their tenure.

Elders Uchtdorf, Gong post on social media about International Friendship Day; Sister Wright on stepping out of the ordinary

Editor’s note: “This week from the Pulpit” highlights recent messages by General Authorities, General Officers, and leaders of the Church.

In case you missed it: Top LDS Living articles from this week

By LDS Living

Here’s a snapshot of what you may have missed on LDS Living this week. You can also subscribe to the LDS Living newsletter for daily inspiration right to your inbox.

Screen-Shot-2020-04-04-at-6.47.25-PM-1024x574.png

From the Church

The historic ways Pres. Nelson has emphasized trusting and empowering women in the Church

By Haley Lundberg

President Jean B. Bingham has seen firsthand how President Nelson’s noteworthy and unique perspective has been a blessing to Latter-day Saint women.

Screen Shot 2021-11-08 at 10.00.24 AM.png

From the Church

6 statements from Eliza R. Snow on women that were progressive for her day

By Haley Lundberg

Before she was formally set apart as the Relief Society general president, President Brigham Young asked Sister Eliza R. Snow to assist bishops in organizing Relief Societies and to teach the women.

Latter-day Saint Life

The Day Elder Holland Helped Dig a Grave for a Young Missionary

By Jason F. Wright

Elder Jeffrey R. Holland is known for his talks and the powerful principles and crisp, undeniable doctrine.

Latter-day Saint Life

Photo Gallery: How People All Over the World Watch Conference

By LDS Living

Ashley Kelly: Everybody loves #ldsconf.

Fun

Why "The Other Side of Heaven 2" Is Worth Seeing in Theaters

By Jonathan Decker, LMFT

A couple of weeks ago Trina Boice reviewed The Other Side of Heaven 2, giving it her recommendation. Having just seen the film I’d like to add a second witness, if you will, that the film is entertaining, profoundly moving, and has the visuals to demand a big-screen viewing in the theater.

Latter-day Saint Life

What the ‘sign of the Son of Man” at the Second Coming means

By Matthew B. Brown

The Joseph Smith Translation of Matthew 24 states that “the sign of the Son of Man” will be seen in heaven after the days of tribulation and after “the powers of heaven” (or the stars) are “shaken” or fall from the sky.