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Gospel Living App, “Strive To Be” Logo, FSY, and New Aaronic Priesthood Theme Introduced During Face to Face Event

Members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints have known that a new Children and Youth program was coming, but there remained a lot of unknowns, many of which were answered during the Face to Face event on Sunday.

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How I Found Peace After My Son Passed Away Despite a Priesthood Blessing Promising That He Would Be Healed

Ryan was bigger than the average 14-year-old boy. He had passed me in height and weight a long time ago and loved to remind me of this. He drew people to him with his lovable, teddy-bear personality.

Teachings of George Albert Smith Lesson 5: The Holy Priesthood - For the Blessing of God's Children

Excerpt from "Man Down!" by Henry B. Eyring

3 New Handbook Chapters Released: Primary, Young Women, and Aaronic Priesthood Quorums

By The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints

Under the direction of the First Presidency and Quorum of the Twelve Apostles, The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints published updates today, March 25, 2020, to chapters in its General Handbook about Aaronic Priesthood quorums, Young Women and Primary (the Church’s organization for children). The chapters are available in English online and in the Gospel Library app.

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Elder Renlund's Humbling, 13-Word Conversation with His Father That Changed His Life

By Dale G. Renlund

When I was released as a stake president, I was expecting a big thank you from the presiding authorities. I had worked diligently for years and felt I deserved such thanks. The weekend came, and the presiding authorities were focused on the call of the new stake presidency. They were not focused on thanking the outgoing stake presidency. After the stake conference, I felt disappointed.

30: “The Word of God Grew and Multiplied” (Acts 10–15)

Managing the relationships in our lives can at times seem like a full-time job; a job that none of us is completely qualified for. Perhaps you can relate to the silent prayer of, “Heavenly Father, please help me to see this person the way you do.” In your experience, how has that prayer impacted the way you think about or interact with people? In this week’s study of Acts 10–15, we’ll learn about the role revelation can play in softening our hearts towards all of God’s children.

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Why Do We Feel Damaged When Others Are Blessed?

What an inspiring post that reminds us of Elder Holland's counsel:

27: "No Weapon That Is Formed against You Shall Prosper" (Doctrine and Covenants 71–75)

When a family member or friend leaves the Church, it can be a very heart-wrenching experience. It can also be difficult to know what to say or do in order to support them as they navigate life without the teachings of the gospel. This was the situation Joseph Smith faced throughout his life as close friends would sometimes leave and become antagonistic toward the Church. But in Doctrine and Covenants 71–75, we find invaluable counsel the Lord gives to Joseph Smith that can help us today as we seek to support and love those who have left the Church.

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Recent BYU Grads Create Unique New Video Game

BYU alumni and Utah residents Nathan Rees and Lee J. Hinkle dropped everything in January to work full time on a video game concept almost unheard of in today’s technologically savvy world. Together they created Rogue Invader, a high-definition video game made entirely out of a combination of black and white pixels.

Latter-day Saints Help with Study on Religion and the Brain

At the push of a button, the gurney holding Auriel Peterson slides slowly into the pale blue glow of a magnetic resonance imaging machine. Soon, all that's visible are the shins of her black track pants and the chartreuse-and-white soles of her running shoes, angled like the fins of a torpedo.