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An inspiring pioneer story for those who are on their own

As we approach Pioneer Day, our thoughts often turn to those pioneers who have come before us. One such pioneer was Susanna Stone Lloyd, who at age 25 was the only member of her family to make the journey to Zion.

LDS Week in Review: 5 Must-Read Stories (Nov 8-14)

By LDS Living

Church Responds to Media Coverage of LDS.org Polygamy Essays

New #HearHim video from Elder Stevenson, inspiring message from Elder Holland

By Emily Linder

Editor's note: "This week from the pulpit" highlights recent messages by General Authorities and General Officers of the Church.

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The Truth Behind the Hawn's Mill Massacre

By Brent Rogers

George Edward Anderson 1907 photograph of original Haun's Mill millstone. Church Archives, via Juvenile Instructor. On October 30, 1838, more than 200 Missouri militiamen attacked the Hawn’s Mill settlement located on Shoal Creek in Caldwell County, Missouri, where dozens of Mormon families lived. On that day, the Missouri militia opened fire on the small community, shooting into the small crevices of the blacksmith’s shop where several Mormon men and boys had taken refuge.

Finding our ‘new normal’: What every general conference talk had in common

By Lindsey Williams

Editor's note: Our bi-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.

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Story time with Elder and Sister Holland—looking back at special moments of service and leadership

Elder Jeffrey R. Holland and Sister Patricia T. Holland share stories of faith and unique leadership opportunities they’ve each had throughout their decades of Church service.

When Should and Shouldn't We Use the Term "Mormon": What the Church Has Said About It

By Danielle B. Wagner

In striving to do member missionary work or writing about faith, one conundrum always pops up: When and how should I use the word "Mormon"?

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What Church Leaders Have Recently Said About Women and the Priesthood

By LDS Living

Recently the Ensign shared a beautiful article byBarbara Morgan Gardiner about connecting daughters of God to His priesthood power. This article has been shared by several apostles on Facebook, along with messages about the power of women and how they access priesthood power in their lives.

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The Symbolism Behind Where Jesus Was Baptized (+ Insights from President Nelson)

By LDS Living Staff

President Russell M. Nelson often teaches powerfully and poetically about the symbolism found in the scriptures, the temple, and the life and Atonement of our Savior Jesus Christ. InTeachings of Russell M. Nelson, we find many insights about the significance of Jesus Christ's baptism that can help us with our Come, Follow Me study this week.

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Talks by President Nelson Most Referenced by Other Church Leaders

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.