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Susan Easton Black has written over 170 books, and many are about Joseph Smith. Here’s why

From listening to her grandmother tell stories about the Prophet to teaching about his life for over three decades, Black has many reasons why she considers Joseph to be a phenomenal man.

Podcasts

The form of OCD we may misdiagnose as faith crisis

We are a church that believes in repentance, and confession is one of the steps of repentance. However, do we understand the purposes of confession and a priesthood representative’s role in the repentance process?

Eight youth holding cellos smile in a Latter-day Saint chapel at Christmastime.

Stories of Faith

This Arkansas ward has a full orchestra—and they’re all youth

By Jannalee Sandau

In the first year the Sugar Creek Youth Orchestra was created, a total of 18 youth participated.

Real Mormon Housewives of Utah?

By Kelsey Berteaux

Yes, you read that right. No doubt inspired by The Real Housewives series of shows that started with Orange County back in 2006, the proposed show Mormon Wives of Utah can only mean trouble. And here’s why:

Feature Stories

What I didn’t know: An open letter to Emma Smith

By Morgan Pearson

I have found myself thinking a lot about you—and realizing there's a lot I never knew.

32: “A Minister and a Witness” (Acts 22–28)

One of the greatest stories of redemption is found in the life of the Apostle Paul. When we first met him, he was actively persecuting Christ’s followers and even took part in a martyrdom. Yet the Lord knew that Paul could become “a chosen vessel unto [Him.]” Paul did change the whole current of his life and dedicated himself to preaching the gospel. In this week’s lesson in Acts 22–28, we will see just how much Paul was transformed as we read his final letters and departing message to the Saints.

Jenedy Paige: The Power of a Personal Relationship with God

Jenedy Paige knows a thing or two about strength. For one, she's competed on American Ninja Warrior—a feat she never thought she could accomplish but that she believes God led her to. But she also knows that strength comes from having a personal relationship with God during challenging times, like when her son died due to a drowning accident, and during beautiful times like when she is alone in her art studio during the early morning hours of the day. What has grounded her through it all? On this week’s episode, Jenedy shares a guarantee that she relies on that gives her strength—she calls it PJs.

Famous Latter-day Saints

2 Mormons Still Standing on "American Idol"? The LDS Contestant No One Knew About

News sites, LDS blogs, and Mormon magazines have all been keeping close tabs on Mormons still standing on American Idol. And, when the Top 24 were announced, everyone rejoiced to know thatone Mormon, Jenn Blosil, still stood in the ranks vying for the title of America's last Idol.

9: “The Worth of Souls Is Great” (Doctrine and Covenants 18–19)

If you happen to be in a place in your life where you feel the need to repent—this lesson is for you. If you happen to be in a place in your life where you feel like you don’t need to repent—then this lesson is definitely for you. And if that feels like doom and gloom for you, don’t worry, it’s not. This week’s lesson, Doctrine and Covenants 18–19, is filled with hope and messages from the Savior meant to bring us closer to Him and help us see the immeasurable value Heavenly Father has for all His children.

Top 10 Most-Downloaded "All In" Podcasts of 2019

“What does it mean to you to be ‘all in’ the gospel of Jesus Christ?” This year, we have asked over 50 people this same question and, amazingly enough, almost every answer has been different. Here is our countdown of the top 10 most-downloaded All In interviews in 2019 and what it meant to each guest to be “all in”: