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Why the Church Made the Temple Garments Video

A few weeks ago the Church released a transparent new video about temple garments, explaining the sacred, religious purpose of the clothing by comparing them to the religious clothing worn by various other religions. The video took social media by storm, largely through sharing by members with their friends, and was reported on by several major news outlets, including USA Today, The Huffington Post, and The Washington Post.

SPONSORED: Great New Book from Neal A. Maxwell Institute--Letters to a Young Mormon

By Neal A. Maxwell Institute for Religious Scholarship

This book is unlike anything ever written for a young Latter-day Saint audience. Although author Adam S. Miller spends his days teaching philosophy to college students, the most important lessons he has ever prepared have been directed to his own children. He composed this book as a series of letters meant for a young Mormon who is familiar with Mormon life but green in their faith. In simple but profound prose, Miller addresses the real beauty and real costs of trying to live a Mormon life in today’s world. Letters to a Young Mormon encourages Mormons young and old to live in a way that refuses to abandon either life or Mormonism. Most importantly, even while dispensing wisdom, Miller wonders alongside you.

From the Church

Watch: Church Releases Christmas Videos to #LightTheWorld

By Danielle B. Wagner

This year the Church is inspiring millions around the world to celebrate this Christmas season by following the example of Jesus Christ, the Light of the World, and serving others. Unlike last year's #LightTheWorld, which provided daily service ideas, this year's campaign features weekly themes, videos, and corresponding service ideas for the week.

Lesson Helps

“Come, Follow Me” FHE: Parable of the Talents

By Jessica Grimaud

This week's FHE lesson topic comes from the Come, Follow Me reading in Joseph Smith—Matthew 1, Matthew 25, Mark 12–13, and Luke 21. Check out this week's Come, Follow Me study ideas on LDS Living for additional resources and suggestions.

From the Church

First Presidency discusses 'clouds of sorrow' brought on by the pandemic and the silver linings that can be found

By Lindsey Williams

Like many in the world, President Russell M. Nelson said he feels sorrow concerning the pandemic, especially for those who have faced and continue to face dire circumstances or disappointment. Then the prophet added, “I’ve learned that even through clouds of sorrow, there can be silver linings found.”

LDS Superheroes Take on Utah Stereotypes in New Comic Book

Writing about the LDS faith as an outsider can be tricky; pop culture is rife with mocking representations of members. So, imagine the minefield that local artist Chris Hoffman is wading through as he launches his comic book Salt City Strangers, featuring an all-LDS superhero team. “Utah and members of the church don’t get a fair shake in modern comic books,” says Hoffman. “Godzilla was here once, tearing down the Church building. One of She Hulk’s secretaries in her office is LDS.”

What Will Be The Top Religion Stories of 2012?

There are undeniable trends in the world of faith today, each leading to places that we may or may not appreciate. As one who makes his living in the field of religion, participates in two different religious traditions on a regular basis, and passionately studies what's happening among the spiritually mindful, I have an abiding interest in what follows. Wading hip-deep into these waters, the following are my opinions of where we may find ourselves nearly two years from now, as we look back on the year 2012.

Washington Post: Mormon religion a non-issue during the 2012 presidential election

John G. Turner teaches religious studies at George Mason University, is the author of "Brigham Young: Pioneer Prophet,” recently published by Harvard University Press, and a contributor to The Washington Post’s local faith leader network. On the one hand, Mitt Romney has further kindled American interest in its most famous homegrown religion. The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (LDS Church) has not been in the crosshairs of this much sustained media interest for at least 100 years. At the same time, Mormonism has yet to emerge as a live political issue during the 2012 campaign.

Fun

Photoshopper Drives Home Elder Holland’s Conference Talk In a Way You’ll Never Forget

"The demise of Tomorrowsaurus Rex at the jaws of Elder Holland!!" one Facebooker, Janel Olvera Andersen, wrote in response to a meme showing a cleverly altered version of the one Elder Holland showed in general conference.

Latter-day Saint Life

LDS Dad One of Only 5 to Finish Deadly 1,000-Mile Motorsports Race (+ How the Race Deepened His Faith)

By Alexandra Mortenson

On November 14-18, 2017, the Baja 1000 motorsports race hosted its 50th-anniversary event. Nineteen riders signed up to race in the Ironman class as motorcyclists. Only five finished.