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“He Is the Gift” Christmas Initiative Being Viewed by Millions

After nearly two weeks, The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints' “He Is the Gift” Christmas initiative is receiving significant visibility.

Deseret Bakery volunteers give daily bread

The mouth-watering smell of freshly baked bread wafts through the air outside of the Deseret Bakery in Salt Lake City, Utah, USA.

Living with Same-sex Attraction: Our Story

By Ty and Danielle Mansfield

Editor's note:

Latter-day Saint Life

Mormon Movie Guy Review: What Parents Need to Know About "War for Planet of the Apes"

By Jonathan Decker, LMFT

Note: I review movies for artistry, content, and Gospel-compatible messages. My letter grades are for entertainment value and are not necessarily a moral endorsement of any given film. I assess content without judgment so families can decide what’s best for them. The scripture discussion guides are for those who wish to use these stories to share eternal principles.

Latter-day Saint Life

Why an Award-Winning Historian Says Brigham Young Would Have Made a Great U.S. President

By Jerry Borrowman, author of "How 4 Feet of Plywood Saved the Grand Canyon"

In today’s world, the internet is a vital invention that has completely changed the face of communication and commerce—it’s hard to imagine the world without it. But the completion of the transcontinental railroad in the west desert of Utah had a similarly revolutionary effect on 1869 commerce and communication, dropping travel costs from $1,000 to $65, eliminating the need for dangerous maritime passages via Panama and Cape Horn, and increasing wealth and resources. It was celebrated in every major city in America: the Liberty Bell pealed in Philadelphia, 100 cannons were fired in New York City, and a parade three miles long wound through Chicago. Even the former Confederate States of America joined in the celebration of the East joining the West.

Fun

Our Favorite Viral Missionary Videos of All Time

By LDS Living

Even though they get to travel the world, anyone who's served a mission knows it's not all fun and games. Over 80,000 Elders and Sisters around the world put in grueling 16-hour work days for 18 to 24 months—without a break. They don't watch movies, date, or even see their families. However, along with the sacred nature of the work they perform and the seriousness with which they go about it, they come up with some creative ways to have a good time. These viral videos prove that there's more to Mormon missionaries than meets the eye!

Famous Latter-day Saints

Donny and Marie Receive Key to Las Vegas Strip, Names on Walk of Stars

By LDS Living

After 11 years and more than 1,600 performances at the Flamingo, Donny and Marie were honored by the city of Las Vegas with a key to the Strip and an upcoming star on the Walk of Stars.

Lesson Helps

16 Fun Videos for Easy FHE Treats

Are you on FHE treats-duty this week? Are you short on time? Are you looking for some easy, cool, delicious treat ideas? Well, look no further—social media’s got your back (well, your stomach, technically). We’ve rounded up a fun list of sixteen FHE treats with videos and recipes that you and your kids can cook right along with.

Latter-day Saint Life

When Your Teen Won’t Go to Church: 9 Tips for Parents

Even if you don't struggle with this issue now in your family, thinking of it ahead of time will help you prepare and know how to respond if problems arise in the future.

Fun

9 Reasons Mormons Are Obsessed with 'The Princess Bride'

We’ve all seen it. In fact, if you’re a Mormon, you’ve probably got the movie completely memorized. You might even throw a full-blown party now that Netflix has finally added the film to its collection. That’s because this beloved classic draws Mormons to it like bees to buttercups. But why? Why are Mormons so obsessed with the Princess Bride? After years of blood, sweat, and painstaking research, our team thinks we’ve finally figured it out.