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*This version is edited to reflect the Tuesday, October 16 event at the Washington D.C. Visitors' Center is not a fireside with Mike Reid as previously listed, but is a musical fireside. Mike Reid will visit the Visitors' Center on Sunday, October 21.

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LDS Victim of Child Abuse Shares Beautiful, Brutally Honest Testimony of Coming to Love, Trust Her Father in Heaven

By Author’s Name Withheld

From age five through fifteen, I was subjected to extreme abuse at the hands of my stepfather. I struggled for years with feelings of great unworthiness. I was quite inactive and bitter as a Church member. My heart became quite hardened. I suppose you could say I was spiritually bruised and broken. I couldn’t bring myself to pray to someone in heaven who was supposed to be my father. I rejected priesthood blessings because even the touch of worthy priesthood holders was a threat. I got so lost in my deep, dark place that I got to thinking that life would be better off without me.

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What prophets and apostles have said about Muhammad

Editor's note: This article is part of a series on what the Church has actually taught about various topics. To read more about the Church’s teachings on cremation, garments, beards, and more, click here.

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Pew Study Finds Mormons Are Becoming Less Republican (+ the Reasons Behind It)

By Katharine Lyon

In 2014, Mormons were the most Republican religious group in the United States. However, a recent Pew study comparing how voters identify based on their religion, race, and gender shows a political shift among LDS voters.

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5 Ways to Get Direction from Your Patriarchal Blessing + Tips for Studying It

“Your blessing is not to be folded neatly and tucked away. It is not to be framed or published. Rather, it is to be read. It is to be loved. It is to be followed. Your patriarchal blessing will see you through the darkest night. It will guide you through life’s dangers. … Your patriarchal blessing is to you a personal Liahona to chart your course and guide your way.” —President Monson

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"I Lost Everyone": Al Fox Carraway Opens Up About Her Loneliness as a New Convert

By Katie Lambert

"I joined the Church, so I got baptized, and I lost everyone. And man, that hurt," Al Fox Carraway shares in a new video with LDS video blogger Robby Talbot.

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President Monson, Apostles Share Important Messages Leading Up to Conference

By LDS Living

As we gear up for general conference, the words our prophet and the apostles are sharing on social media help remind us of what a blessing and honor it is to hear from the Lord's chosen servants, not only every six months, but on a regular basis.

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Christmas Gift Ideas for Missionaries

By Kensie Smith

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The Missionary Who Sang on Buses to Share Gospel and How He Became an Award-Winning Artist

LDS singer/songwriter Nathan Pacheco, who has toured the world with renowned artist Yanni, wasn't always sure he was going to pursue a career in music. In fact, if it weren't for a talk by Elder Holland, Pacheco might not have released any of his albums, let alone his newest album of religious songs, Higher.

LDS Week in Review: 5 Must-Read Stories (Jan 24-30)

By LDS Living

On Tuesday, the Church held a special news conference on Temple Square about "Religious Intolerance and Discrimination." Speakers at the conference included Elder D. Todd Christofferson, Sister Neill F. Marriott, Elder Dallin H. Oaks, and Elder Jeffrey R. Holland. Each took a few minutes to share some of the churches thoughts on the increasing concern over the place of religious freedom in our society.