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Elder Bednar Dedicates First Temple in His Wife's Home State

"I know the people of Star Valley are so excited, they are prepared, and they will serve with all their heart, might, mind and strength. They will not take this blessing for granted," Sister Susan Bednar shared about the dedication of a temple in her hometownand the first temple in Wyoming.

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Elders Gong, Soares Speak to Media About Their First 3 months as LDS Apostles

"It's said that the Brethren are wonderful," Elder Gong said, "but they're even more wonderful when you see them in places where they are not otherwise seen. I think if there's anything I've felt, it's been that: The kindness, the authenticity, the great faith and testimony that you see in private that goes perhaps even beyond that which you see in public."

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What Happened After a Chinese Student Who Was Warned to Stay Away from Mormons Stumbled Across a Talk by Elder Holland

The following comes from a recent Ensign article which tells the story of three modern-day pioneers who converted to the LDS faith. About their journeys, these converts shared:

New Book Released to Help You "Hasten the Work"

By Sponsored by Roy Prete

Read this stunning new pictorial introduction to The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints—to share with family, friends and neighbors:

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Steve Young: LaVell Edwards' Ability to "See More in You Than You See in Yourself" Was a "Gift from Heaven"

On Friday, January 6, funeral services were held for legendary BYU coach LaVell Edwards. After his passing, many have noted Edwards' unique ability to combine football with his faith. In fact, Edwards said,“The goals and successes of my professional life pale in comparison to my personal goals of an eternal family, receiving exaltation and being with the Savior again.”

Teachings of George Albert Smith 14: How to Share the Gospel Effectively

Excerpt from "The Essential Role of Member Missionary Work," by M. Russell Ballard

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LDS Pro Basketball Star Out-Dunks LeBron James with 129 Slam Dunks (Video)

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When Jabari Parker was selected 2nd overall by the Milwaukee Bucks in the 2014 NBA draft, he was expected to make an immediate impact on his struggling team. Though he got off to a strong start, Parker's rookie season was cut short by a devastating ACL tear.

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Church Begins New Lecture Series

Image from history.lds.org A new 2015 lecture series sponsored by the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints will begin starting this Thursday, February 12. The series, which focuses on "Pioneers in Every Land," will begin with an address by Elder James J. Hamula, of the First Quorum of the Seventy and President of the Pacific Area.

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Apostles from LDS Church & Community of Christ Come Together to Celebrate Joseph Smith & Family

What a sweet example of two faiths finding commonalities and coming together to celebrate their shared past.

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How Vietnam Officially Recognizing the Church Fulfills an Incredible Prophecy

“I make no defense of the war from this pulpit,” Elder Gordon B. Hinckley said in the later 1960s. “There is no simple answer. The problems are complex almost beyond comprehension. I seek only to call your attention to that silver thread, small but radiant with hope, shining through the dark tapestry of war—namely, the establishment of a bridgehead, small and frail now; but which somehow, under the mysterious ways of God, will be strengthened . . .”