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Read this quick, concise summary of all of President Nelson’s talks from April 2022 general conference

By Newsroom of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints

Here’s a recap of each of President Nelson’s addresses from April 2022 general conference.

Latter-day Saint Life

When 4 Chaplains from Different Faiths Gave Their Lives for Others

By Kristine Frederickson, for LDS Living

In 1943, a World War II American transport ship, the SS Dorchester, was struck midship by a torpedo fired from a German submarine. Over 900 people — many young soldiers far from home for the first time in their lives — were on board. In the dead of night chaos ensued as the ship quickly began to sink and individuals rushed to find life jackets and lifeboats. Over 600 died that night while some 230 were rescued.

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The LDS Couple Who Has Visited 123 Temples Around the World + What They've Learned

By Yvonne Liu

Over the last 20 years, Randy and Maryanne Ellison have visited 123 temples. Each temple trip has a unique story, but during this journey the Ellisons have found that the more temples and Saints they have visited around the world, the deeper their appreciation grows for God’s works and blessings.

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When Parley P. Pratt Outwitted a Policeman and His Police Dog

By Parley P. Pratt, as Told in "Pure Love: Readings on Sixteen Enduring Virtues" by Marilyn Arnold

Parley P. Pratt seems to have been endowed with a healthy portion of spunk, humor, and hopefulnes—even downright ingenuity. He tells of one occasion when he was interrupted in his preaching, arrested on trumped-up charges, and taken before a corrupt judge.

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Elder Renlund's Humbling, 13-Word Conversation with His Father That Changed His Life

By Dale G. Renlund

When I was released as a stake president, I was expecting a big thank you from the presiding authorities. I had worked diligently for years and felt I deserved such thanks. The weekend came, and the presiding authorities were focused on the call of the new stake presidency. They were not focused on thanking the outgoing stake presidency. After the stake conference, I felt disappointed.

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5 ways life would be radically different if Christ never made His Atonement

By Tad R. Callister

The following excerpt from The Infinite Atonement originally ran on LDS Living in March 2018.

Former President of Large Dallas Texas Hospital Explains Why Working in the Temple Is Real Work

LDS Living’s All In podcast became aware of Britt Berrett, former president of an 898-bed hospital in Dallas, Texas, when someone who serves with him in the Dallas temple reached out and recommended his friend Britt as someone who exemplifies what it means to be “all in.” On the episode this week, host Morgan Jones spoke with Britt about his experience serving in the temple and the lessons he has learned from that service—service that is really hard work.

What the Tampa Bay Rays' Mental Skills Coach taught us about ‘heavenly habits’—and how it may have led to their big finish Saturday night

By Morgan Pearson

Brett Phillips had every reason to feel the weight of the world as he stepped up to the plate on Saturday night. Down by one, bottom of the ninth in Game 4 of the World Series with a chance to tie or win the game, he knew he was not the guy the Tampa Bay Rays wanted at bat. Phillips found his way onto the Rays’ roster for his defense and pinch running rather than his batting, and after going hitless in two previous at-bats during the team’s playoff rounds, it was without a doubt the most significant moment of the young player’s career. As the New York Times put it, “There was no logical reason for Phillips to succeed, yet he swore he was confident.”

17 Remarkable Responses to President Nelson's Video on Hope During Coronavirus Outbreak

By Danielle Christensen

President Russell M. Nelson’s message of hope during the coronavirus outbreak went viral on YouTube after its release on March 14, and on Sunday evening was the #1 trending video on YouTube.

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New Video Series: Church Scholar Anthony Sweat Helps Members Better Seek Revelation, Answer Difficult Questions

By LDS Living

LDS Living wants to invite you on a journey to become better seekers of truth, better receivers of personal revelation, and better answerers of difficult, soul-stretching questions.