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The ‘Lamb of God’ composer calls Peter and Judas ‘interesting foils’ of each other. Here’s why

We weren’t there in the Garden of Gethsemane and we weren’t there by the Garden Tomb when the Savior rose again. We also weren’t present when the Father and the Son appeared to the boy Joseph Smith or when key characters from Church history met each other for the first time. We have studied these stories and heard them countless times, so it may be easy for us to feel like we know exactly what happened, why people reacted the way they did, or made the choices they did. But there is so much we don’t know.

Social Posts From the First Presidency, Twelve Apostles, and More to Celebrate Christ's Birth

By Lindsey Williams

With Christmas just around the corner, the General Authorities and the general officers of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints have shared uplifting messages focusing on the reason for the season through social media.

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How we could benefit from pondering the cross, the significance of the house of Israel, and other topics explored in the latest LDS Living magazine

By Emily Linder

We are thrilled that the stories and messages in the March/April LDS Living magazine are now available. As spring begins and we feel the joy of sunshine and warmer days, the voices in this issue remind us that hope and joy can be found in days of both sunshine and rain.

How One Moment of Decision Led a Quadriplegic Man to Commit to Achieving His Goals

Josh Pack’s life dramatically altered in a split second while making a swimmer's dive at a family reunion that left him paralyzed. While presently confined to a wheelchair, Pack maintains hope that he will be healed and lives his life with unwavering faith. He is determined to achieve his goals– no matter how impossible they may seem.

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The Irony of Cain’s Fratricide, Explained by Elder Holland

By Lindsey Williams

Editor's note: Our weekly Friday column, “Found in the Footnotes,” explores some of the footnotes from remarks given by General Authorities and General Officers of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.

18 Favorite Twitter Reactions from General Conference

By LDS Living

April 2020 general conference didn't fall short of expectations. During the special evening session of general conference, President Russell M. Nelson announced a new symbol to identify the Church visually as the Church of Jesus Christ in addition to announcing a worldwide fast on Good Friday, (April 11, 2020) to help alleviate suffering due to COVID-19. A new proclamation was also issued by the First Presidency and the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles in conjunction with doing a Hosanna Shout, and eight new temple announcements.

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BYU Women’s Conference begins next week.

By Lindsey Williams

With 47 sessions and 59 presenters, the conference is sure to be inspirational and uplifting. Here are 8 things you need to know about the conference.

The tender stories behind the new Primary General Presidency’s calling

By Danielle Christensen

When the new Primary General Presidency was sustained in April 2021 general conference, the experience was different from most. Rather than being in the Conference Center and taking a seat on the stand as many do in new Church leadership callings, the presidency watched the event from their home while surrounded by family.

‘Try to include God in your journey’: Advice from Chelsie Hightower, a pro dancer and Latter-day Saint

By Morgan Pearson

Editor’s note: This article originally appeared in the September/October 2020 issue of LDS Living magazine.

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9 life-changing quotes from John Bytheway

By LDS Living

Popular Latter-day Saint author and speaker John Bytheway is known for his gospel insights. Here are nine of our favorite quotes from his inspiring teachings.