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Helping others understand how temples are sacred, not secret

With Mitt Romney edging ever closer to the Republican nomination for president, the church becomes a curiosity and a point of interest for more and more people. How skillfully we answer the increasing questions from our friends and associates may determine their opinion of the church for years to come. It's not only ourselves as adults who will be on the receiving end of the growing curiosity of this "Mormon Moment" — our kids, at schools and in their peer groups, will get asked more questions as well, and will hear and wish to correct more misinformation from their friends and classmates.

Famous Latter-day Saints

David Archuleta On Overcoming Insecurities & How to Accomplish the Impossible

In his latest blog, David Archuleta opened up about his own struggles he faces as a performer and as an introverted person. He also talked about his desire for genuine connection, something social media cannot provide, but something his mission did.

From the Church

Spread of Coronavirus Causes 2 Temple Closures, Impacts 4 Additional Missions

By The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints

► Related content: The Church and Coronavirus: A Timeline of News Releases and Media Coverage

The Salt Lake Temple Dedication, Polygamy, and the Mountain Meadows Massacre: How “Saints, Volume 2” Deepened My Understanding of These Historic Events

By Betty Ann Thomas

Editor's Note: Saints, Vol. 2: No Unhallowed Hand, 1846-1893 will be released Wednesday, February 12, 2020.

Fun

11 fun ideas to help you celebrate Pioneer Day in style

By Danielle Christensen

Still recovering from the Fourth of July and haven’t figured out your Pioneer Day plans yet? These fun activities and food ideas will have you celebrating in pioneer style in no time.

Lesson Helps

Doctrine and Covenants and Church History Lesson 34: "Faith in Every Footstep"

By Ted L. Gibbons

Six houses that belonged to my ancestors still stand in Nauvoo; nice brick and frame homes, with lawns and gardens and trees and carriage houses. I can hardly imagine the stretching and commitment necessary for their owners to gather up a wagon load of non-perishable goods, sweep the floor a final time, and follow the prophet of God across the Mississippi and into the setting sun. My own home is large and lovely, with a wrought iron fence and roses and fruit trees and a garden. My children grew up here. My grandchildren identify this as the ancestral home. I wonder how I would respond if circumstances and revelation were to require an uprooting and transplanting . . .

Scrumptious Puffed French Toast

By Sara Wells & Kate Jones

Mother’s Day and Father’s Day are the perfect excuse to celebrate your mother, father, or spouse. Are you at a loss for what to give as a gift? Don’t worry! Sometimes some hard work and thoughtful service are the most meaningful gifts. This year, why not try some breakfast or brunch in bed? Try this recipe for puffed French toast from Deseret Book’s Our Best Bites.

Missed RootsTech? Here are 8 Quotes from Church Leaders’ Remarks to Motivate Your Family History Work

By Lindsey Williams

For 10 years, RootsTech has inspired family history connoisseurs with attendees from all over the world. The 2020 event saw nearly 30,000 attendees, according to Church Newsroom.

Latter-day Saint Life

The Miraculous Story Behind the Laie Hawaii Temple

By Jannalee Sandau

The following story originally ran on LDS Living in 2016 but is being shared again to commemorate the 100th anniversary of the dedication of the Laie Hawaii Temple on November 27 through 30, 1919.

Latter-day Saint Life

13 Revelatory Words Used by President Nelson

By Lindsey Williams

Editor's note: Our weekly Friday column, “Found in the Footnotes,” explores some of the footnotes from remarks given by General Authorities and General Officers of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.