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Manual 1; Excerpt from "How Firm a Foundation" by Thomas S. Monson

Stories in this episode: Jim feels conflicted about receiving a life-saving kidney until three words change his perspective; A surprise friendship leads Arthur to see the connection we have with others is far more precious than material possessions.

The Church in Brazil

By Briana Stewart

The history of the Church in Brazil actually began in Germany, danke very much. The first known member in the country was Max Richard Zapf, who was baptized in Germany in 1908 and immigrated to Brazil in 1913. After years passed with no Church contact, Zapf learned there was another German LDS family, the Lippelts, living in Brazil. These two families—who became fast friends—represented the beginning of the Church’s permanent presence in the South American country.

Latter-day Saint Life

5 ideas to help you share—and not overshare—personal experiences at church

By Danielle Christensen

What should we share in church meetings? These five ideas can help guide you on how to talk about your personal experiences in meaningful ways.

An Eye Single: Honoring Patricia Holland’s Faith and Influence

A few years ago, Sister Patricia Holland passed unexpectantly. She was a powerful disciple in her own right, standing as an example and witness that God lives, that He loves us, that and keeping our focus on Him is the sure path to everlasting joy. Her daughter, Mary Alice McCann, wanted to make sure that her children and grandchildren knew what kind of blood was in their veins, so she compiled and carefully selected Sister Holland’s thoughts and teachings into a beautiful book called An Eye Single: Thoughts and Teachings from Patricia T. Holland. She joins this episode along with Michelle Torsak, executive director of content at Deseret Book, as they reflect on the powerful force for good that was Patricia T. Holland.

Lesson Helps

FHE: Become Like a Child

By Shauna Gibby

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Latter-day Saint Life

WWII Survivor, Mexican Revolution Prisoner, and Wife of an Apostle: 3 Inspiring Stories About Faithful LDS Women

By Brittany Chapman Nash

The Women of Faith in the Latter Days series gives voice to generations of Latter-day Saint women belonging to The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Its purpose is to let women speak for themselves and tell their own stories in authentic ways, using original sources when possible. It diverges from traditional histories by bringing forward stories of little-known women from a wide variety of backgrounds.[1] Here are just three inspiring stories about some of the women you'll find in the new book Women of Faith in the Latter Days: Volume 4: 1871-1900.

51: “The Family Is Central to the Creator’s Plan” (The Family: A Proclamation to the World)

Have you ever seen the Disney movie Lilo & Stitch? It's a classic film all about "ohana," or the Hawaiian word for family. And the best quote from that movie is, "Ohana means family. Family means nobody gets left behind." Besides being heartwarming words from a Disney movie, this quote also holds so much meaning for what we are going to study this week: "The Family: A Proclamation to the World." So no matter what your ohana looks like, by the end of this week's discussion, we will see how the divine promise of nobody being left behind is meant for all of us.

D&C 81-83: Much is Given

In Doctrine and Covenants 81-83 the Lord reiterates a command to care for the poor and needy among the church. With this (and every commandment) he also gives a promise. We can learn in these sections about the nature of covenants and callings and the promises from God when we are faithful to the end.

47: “Be Ye Doers of the Word, and Not Hearers Only” (James)

Sometimes just one verse or two of scripture will change you or someone you love. In our study of the book of James this week, you may find verses that help you figure out your mission in life. Or you may find encouragement to be more patient or speak with more kindness. Whatever inspires you, let’s dive in and let these words “enter … into every feeling of [our] heart[s].” And then, as we “receive with meekness the … word,” as James wrote, let's be a doer of the word, not a hearer only.