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An Ironic Story That Perfectly Illustrates the Blessings and Priesthood Power Available to Every Member

I recently sat with a number of members of the Community of Christ, previously known as the Reorganized Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints, as part of an interfaith dialogue. I have great love and respect for these people, those I consider brothers and sisters in the faith. We talked openly and in a friendly manner about similarities and differences between our two churches and landed squarely on the topic of women and the priesthood. One of the women in the room who had been ordained to the priesthood described her responsibilities and shared her feelings regarding the blessing it was for her to be able to perform priesthood ordinances.

Latter-day Saint Life

I know what it’s like to consider straying—here’s why I stay and support others on their journeys

By Cristi Brazao

It’s exciting to see my friends come back to church, and I don’t judge them for their path.

Latter-day Saint Life

A more hopeful way to see the ‘lost’ ones in Lehi’s dream—and in our lives

By Lisa Higginbotham Anderson

We may be discouraged when reading of those who are ‘lost’ in Lehi’s vision. But if we examine the context, the vision can actually be a hopeful message.

President Nelson Shares Deep Insights into What Mormons Know About Angels

By President Russell M. Nelson

The word angel is very meaningful. It comes to us from the Greek language. The Greek word, ΑΓΓΕΛΟΣ, means “messenger.”1 This same noun is centered in the Greek word for gospel, which is ΕΥΑΓΓΕΛΙΟΝ. Its literal meaning is “good message” or “good news,” with an implication of a heavenly or angelic source. ΕΥΑΓΓΕΛΙΟΝ is the very first word in the Greek New Testament (“Gospel According to St. Matthew”).

Stories of Faith

Osmond brother dies, family doesn’t hold back sharing their hope in Christ

By Abby Larkins

“He would want everyone to know that the gospel of Jesus Christ is true.”

Stories of Faith

Watch: Adorable 11-year-old plays the organ for his ward

By Emily Linder

Kobin's summer was off to a boring start as he recovered from brain surgery. But music, and the help of a generous neighbor, turned it all around.

Follow the Prophets

The miracle behind President Nelson’s call to be an apostle

By Sheri L. Dew

“The focus of the last 40 years in medicine and surgery was changed to devote the rest of my life in full-time service to my Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ.”

Latter-day Saint Life

After a Girl with Special Needs Interrupted a Live Performance, This LDS 6th Grader's Reaction Showed What Pure Love and Kindness Look Like

By LDS Living Staff

In 2014 the Ortonfamily purchased a sailboat they had never seen before, flew to the Caribbean, and began living on the 38-foot catamaran for an adventure that would change their entire family. Christening the boat the Fezywig, the family sailed from Sint Maarten to Manhattan on a journey designed to draw them closer as a family, teach their four daughters and one son to "have even greater confidence in their own abilities to navigate life," and provide their children "a greater appreciation for the earth and the people on it,"Emily and Erik Orton said.

Latter-day Saint Life

Where Is the Spirit World? President Nelson Provides Fascinating Answers

By President Russell M. Nelson

The following is excerpted from President Nelson's book The Gateway We Call Death.

Latter-day Saint Life

The Untold Story of Mormons in Missouri: How St. Louisans Defended Latter-Day Saints in the 1830s

When it comes to Latter-day Saints and Missouri in the 1830s, thoughts often go to the infamous 1838 extermination order issued by Governor Lilburn W. Boggs. A less familiar but more redeeming story, however, is that Latter-day Saints had friends on the other side of the state. St. Louisans defended Latter-day Saints, and the city played a key role in their later migration to Utah.