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President Nelson on the difficult decision to close temples: ‘What would I say to the Prophet Joseph Smith?’

On March 25, 2020, the First Presidency announced that all temples would close at the end of the day. Now, temples have begun a phased reopening, with the first temples entering Phase 2 on Monday, July 27, 2020, allowing all living ordinances.

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Understanding how doctrinal principles work together: Read Tad R. Callister's insights

By Valerie Russell

Sometimes, considering doctrinal principles as separate and distinct ideas can feel like the best way to fully understand the gospel. Tad R. Callister, an emeritus General Authority and former Sunday School General President, offers an additional approach. In a recent article for Church News, Brother Callister demonstrates the great value in understanding doctrinal principles together.

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CNN Addresses the Role the Vatican Played in the Rome Italy Temple

By Danielle B. Wagner

From the pope to our prophet, many church leaders of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and the Catholic Church have worked closely together in recent years to champion social causes.

From the Church

Church Calls for Legislation That Protects Religious Freedom, LGBT Rights

The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints is deeply concerned that the ongoing conflicts between religious liberty and LGBT rights is poisoning our civil discourse, eroding the free exercise of religion and preventing diverse Americans of good will from living together in respect and peace. Lawmakers across the nation, including members of Congress, are working to enact or strengthen laws that ensure LGBT persons fair access to important rights, such as nondiscrimination in areas like housing, employment and appropriate public accommodations. The Church is on record favoring reasonable measures that secure such rights.

Fun

Marie Osmond to Join Daytime TV Show "The Talk"

By LDS Living

Latter-day Saint singing sensation Marie Osmond announced she is joining CBS's The Talk as a co-host.

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3 Inspiring Stories from the Church in Honduras

By Kelsey Berteaux

Though the small Central American country of Hondruas is marked by poverty and corruption, the members of the Church who live there are have enough faith and courage to overcome through sacrifice. For these stalwart Saints, miracles and the influence of the Lord's hand are a part of daily life. These three inspiring stories, shared by Saints in Honduras, will inspire and encourage you no matter where you are in the world:

Latter-day Saint Life

Jewish and Latter-day Saint Scholars Came Together in Jerusalem. Now They're Going to Publish a Book

"With the dialogue and the work I've done with the church this year, one of my proudest achievements is now, in just one year, my community has changed so much their view on the church and sees them as friends. You're not always going to agree on every single thing, but these are our friends," Rabbi Spector said.

Lesson Helps

"Come, Follow Me" FHE: Building a Gospel-Centered Family

By Emily Linder

This week's FHE lesson topic comes from the Come, Follow Me reading of 1 and 2 Thessalonians. Check out this week's Come, Follow Me study ideas on LDS Living for additional resources and suggestions.

President Eyring: Clayton Christensen Continues to Find Joy in Missionary Work

By Lindsey Williams

While on the earth, Clayton Christensen found member missionary work to be “a source of deep happiness.”

A Look Inside the May/June 2020 Issue of LDS Living Magazine

By LDS Living

Most people have not met Si Foster in person, but thousands of her social media followers will instantly recognize the face on the cover of LDS Living’s May/June 2020 issueas the woman behind the “A Bountiful Kitchen” food blog.