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Sister Bingham: When You Open Your Heart to Members Who Seem Different, You'll Find We All Belong

"When we don't get outside ourselves . . . we miss out on the richness of life that other people bring," Sister Jean B. Bingham, first counselor in the Primary general presidency, shares in this video posted by Mormon Newsroom. "Someone might say, 'I don't have a need for other people,' but maybe they have a need for you."

Founders of Chatbooks explain what they’ve learned about what it means to ‘prosper in the land’ as parents

Vanessa and Nate Quigley, founders of Chatbooks, are the parents of seven children. They have been married for over 25 years. When they first got married, like most young parents, they had ideas of the kind of family they would raise.

Chris Williams: Forgiveness and the Worth of a Soul

On Feb. 9, 2007, Chris Williams and his family were driving home from a night out together when their vehicle was struck by a 17-year-old drunk driver. That night, Chris lost his wife, Michelle, who was pregnant with their fifth child; his son Ben; and his daughter, Anna. Three days later, Chris Williams spoke publicly for the first time following the accident and extended unconditional forgiveness to that 17-year-old young man, a decision he has stood by for more than 12 years.

Mormon apostles are treated like superstars

There’s an elderly member of my LDS ward, in his mid-80s, who told me that when he was very young, the LDS Church prophet would greet church members at the doors of local stake conferences. I have to confess that as much I respect and sustain LDS Church President Thomas S. Monson, I can’t imagine him standing at the doors of our stake center on a Saturday night or Sunday morning, greeting all the attendees with a handshake and smile.

Stories of Faith

My pregnant wife was diagnosed with cancer. Here’s how I know the Savior supported us

By Emily Linder

Alicia couldn’t hold or nurse the newborn because of her radiation treatments.

From the Church

7 reasons you don't want to miss RootsTech 2021

By LDS Living

There are lots of firsts for RootsTech in 2021, which will be held February 25–27. Although the event is typically hosted in person in Salt Lake City, this year marks the first virtual-only gathering due to COVID-19. And for the first time, nearly 2,000 on-demand sessions will be available for free for 365 days.

Latter-day Saint Life

When My Parents Didn't Want Me to Serve a Mission: My Difficult Decision Between Honoring My Parents and Serving

By Cameron Staley

As a child, I counted down the days until I would turn 12 and graduate from Primary. The worst part of Primary for me was the singing. I hated to sing. The only exception to this rule was when we sang: “I Hope They Call Me on a Mission.” I always knew I would be a missionary—only a few simple things stood in my way. I never imagined one of those barriers would be my parents.

Latter-day Saint Life

What "the Worst" Church Calling You Can Get Is (and Why I Asked for It)

By Katie Lambert

"What did you do, make someone angry? That's like the worst calling."

Latter-day Saint Life

A Mission President's Beautiful Response When a Missionary Came Out to Him as Gay

After Cal Burke wrote his heartbreakingly honest story about the moment he first told someone he was gay on Twitter, it immediately began making an impact. Receiving nearly 1,000 likes and over 100 retweets, this story about a mission president's beautiful response to one missionary's worries demonstrates deep love and compassion worth emulating.

Latter-day Saint Life

How I felt the Savior’s love through a letter from Sister Holland

By Lindsey Williams

After spending hours with Sister Holland through her words, I wanted to thank her for the difference she made in my life. But why would someone like Sister Holland, who had such stature, wisdom, and grace, care about a simple thank you card from me?