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Why the Church created a special African American congregation over 50 years ago

In October 1971, Elders Gordon B. Hinckley, Thomas S. Monson, and Boyd K. Packer, under the direction of the First Presidency, established an official congregation of Latter-day Saints unlike any other the Church had ever seen or has seen since.

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The Surprising Way "The 12 Days of Christmas" Song Is Really All About Christ

By Larry and Lisa Laycock, with Ryan and Larissa Chase

One of our family’s favorite legends is the explanation of how “The Twelve Days of Christmas” may have been composed. The legend says that in 16th-century England, wicked leaders prevented many Christians from practicing their religion. During that period, a royal decree forced those who did not embrace a particular religious ideology to take their worship into hiding. Violation of the laws of the time could result in severe punishment, even death.

Dealing with Religious Differences in Marriage

By Sunny Morton

Sandra and Steve are a loving Latter-day Saint couple with an ongoing disagreement about Sabbath activities. Sandra likes to listen to sacred music and work on family history projects after church. Steve spends time with their teenage sons, watching football or shooting hoops in the driveway. Sandra resents Steve for making sports part of their family’s Sabbath routine. Steve feels Sandra is paying attention to dead relatives at the expense of living ones.

Teachings of Howard W. Hunter Lesson 23: "No Less Serviceable"

By Kelly Merrill

The object of this lesson is to show us the reality that most people, though never famous or wildly influential, are “no less serviceable” in the eyes of the Lord. His expectations for us do not extend beyond our immediate circle of family and friends. As long as we are covenant making, covenant keeping folks, who look to the Lord, we will have earned our Father’s praise.

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President Monson's Journal from Temple Groundbreaking Reveals His Humor, Love of Saints

By Thomas S. Monson

In his book Faith Rewarded, President Monson shared this touching memory from the groundbreaking of the historic Freiberg Germany Temple, which was the first temple built in a communist-ruled country. As a member of the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles, President Monson was assigned to the German Democratic Republic, also known as East Germany, to oversee the work of the Church there.

8 women who have spoken at the UN from the Church’s Primary, Relief Society, and Young Women General Presidencies

By Emily Linder

Did you know that at least eight female leaders of the Church have either spoken at a United Nations event or held a leadership position in the organization? When you consider the United Nations’ five main areas of focus, the Church’s desire to be involved shouldn’t come as a surprise.

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7 Technological Tools to Help You Better Minister to Your Families

By Michelle Wilson

This story was originally published on LDS Living in November 2018.

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One Investigator's Life-Changing Response After a Harsh Confrontation with a Mormon

By Alonzo L. Gaskill

The following is an excerpt from Converted: True Mormon Conversion Stories from 15 Religions.

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Podcasts

6 podcasts to strengthen your faith and brighten your commute

By Sarah Griffin

Wading through thousands of podcast options can be overwhelming. That’s why we’re diving into six different LDS Living podcasts to help you find your next favorite listen!

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8 Young Women Speak at United Nations: "We Are Empowered by Our Feminine Nature and Our Procreative Power”

Eight presenters, ages 16-19, spoke at the United Nations in a presentation that reflected the eight Young Women values. In their message, the shared, “We need the United Nations to listen to our voices . . . We are empowered by our feminine nature and biology, and we honor our procreative power.”