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How One LDS Woman's "Non-Traditional Journey" in the Church Led Her to Become a Chaplain

Lisa West has had what she calls a “very non-traditional journey” as a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, but this journey has led her to unique opportunities to connect to the community and build relationships with those of other faiths. As a convert, single mom, and active volunteer in her community, West now serves as a chaplain for the law enforcement of Sacramento County—the first LDS chaplain their unit has ever had.

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Surprising Things We Don't Have to Do for Personal Progress Anymore + More Changes Over the Years

By Katharine Lyon

With the year 2016 coming to a close, Young Women programs around the world will focus on the new 2017 theme, "If any of you lack wisdom, let him ask of God, that giveth to all men liberally, and upbraideth not; and it shall be given him. But let him ask in faith, nothing wavering. For he that wavereth is like a wave of the sea driven with the wind and tossed" (James 1:5–6; emphasis added).

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5 powerful statements from Emma Smith that show the strength of Relief Society and sisterhood

By Jennifer Reeder

As the first president of the Relief Society, Emma's words, recorded in Relief Society meeting minutes, continue to inspire and encourage us to increase our faith and charity.

"There Is a Place for You": What Emily Belle Freeman and David Butler Taught LGBT Individuals about Belonging in the Church

By Lindsey Williams

Emily Belle Freeman had asked her friend for time to think about how to respond to his text message: “Emily, you can’t be Mormon and gay,” he’d written.

9 Spiritual and Fun Road Trip Ideas for Sundays in the Car This Summer

By Preston Lee

If you have the chance this summer, I highly recommend you take a road trip with your kids. Being in such close quarters together can lead to great (inescapable) family discussions and quality time together.

Common Ground: Latter-day Saints & the Religions of the World

By Roger Keller

As we begin to learn more of selected religions of the world, we should remember that every person who has ever lived on this earth was and is a child of God. God loves each child and knows what each needs in his or her earthly experiences to bring them back to Him. He has given each, along with agency, the guidance he or she needs through scripture and inspiration.

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Brilliant "Jane and Emma" Playing at LDS Film Festival, Creators on Why It's the Film We Need Right Now

By Jonathan Decker, LMFT

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How We Are Getting This Iconic Scripture Story All Wrong + Why It's Important for Us to Take a Closer Look

By Jonathan Decker, LMFT

For far too long people of faith have seen the destruction of Sodom as merely a cautionary tale against immorality, particularly in terms of homosexual relationships. Not only does this mindset create an “us-vs-them” mentality towards LGBTQ persons, it causes us to miss the true lesson: the sins of Sodom were many, and we all have need to repent of them.

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The Powerful Testimonies Each Apostle Bore This General Conference

By Lindsey Miller

This general conference was incredible. We heard so many inspired messages and each talk was a reminder that Jesus Christ lives and this is His church. I was especially touched by the testimonies of the apostles and members of the First Presidency.

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Ask a Latter-day Saint Therapist: Because of Depression I Don’t Believe I’m Loved

By Jonathan Decker, LMFT

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