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Gay Latter-day Saint Shares the Beautiful Way Some Members Embraced Him Following Policy Changes

I am not in a same-sex relationship. I have no plans to marry a man. I have no children. The November 2015 policy said nothing about gay Latter-day Saints like me. And yet when I read about the policy, I felt pain and confusion. You see, the hurt came from wondering if the church didn’t want people like me. The hurt came from feeling excluded. The hurt came from fearing that if I chose to be in a same-sex marriage that I would be erased from my people.

Latter-day Saint Life

Returned Missionary Miraculously Survives Vicious Knife Attack: "There Were Angels There Helping"

By Jeff Hampton

Editor’s Note: The following story contains mature subject matter and descriptions of violence. Reader discretion is advised. Listen to our podcast episode with Bre below:

Fun

A fun and simple Easter egg activity that will get your kids excited to learn about the Savior

Amidst the family parties, candy, and egg decorating, I will always remember those moments of calm as we took time to read about the One who made eternal life and happiness possible.

From the Church

Elder Cook shares story of the first time he saw his wife and other messages on optimism from Church leaders this week

By Emily Linder

Editor’s note: “This week from the pulpit” highlights recent messages from General Authorities, General Officers, and leaders of the Church. This story may be updated throughout the week.

Latter-day Saint Life

How choosing to ‘stay awake’ during a loved one’s mental health struggles can sometimes be enough

By Spencer Hyde

When I told my friend we were in the same boat, she balked. And for good reason: no two experiences with mental illness are the same. But I meant it in a number of ways.

Lesson Helps

4 Ways to Integrate Your Study of Ancient and Modern Scripture

By Stephanie Sorensen

Scripture is a hallmark of religion, and we believe that regular scripture study is a key to spiritual progress and protection. The Latter-day Saint scripture library includes the Bible, the Book of Mormon, the Doctrine and Covenants, and the Pearl of Great Price. The Lord also instructed us to treat the teachings of living prophets as scripture: “For his word ye shall receive, as if from mine own mouth, in all patience and faith” (D&C 21:5). How can we maintain a course of study that draws upon both sources and gives them the attention they deserve? Here are four ways you can seamlessly integrate your study of the standard works with your study of the teachings of living prophets.

Cozy up with a holiday book for our new favorite Christmas Eve tradition—Jolabokaflod

Picture this: It's the night of Christmas Eve and your entire family is in their pajamas, blankets in tow, nestled in front of the fireplace, in oversized armchairs, sprawled on couches enjoying their first gift of Christmas–a brand-new book–until they fall asleep.

Woman hiking and going camping in nature

Podcasts

3 tips to thrive through your spiritually dry seasons

By Andrea Cabrera

Lessons taken from nature and Sister Amy A. Wright's counsel can help us strengthen our discipleship, grow in spiritual light, and keep moving forward.

Latter-day Saint Life

LDS Young Men Leader Drowns on Scouting Trip, Says Priesthood Blessing Helped Revive Him

By Katie Lambert

Jared Smith was rafting with a group of Scouts down the Green River in Flaming Gorge, Utah, on June 21 when the unthinkable happened.

Storing and Harvesting Seeds

By Emergency Essentials

Ensure that your family has all the different fruits and vegetables it needs by following this simple storing guide.