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8 Latter-day Saint Women Who Shaped Hollywood, Fashion + More by Standing for Their Faith

By Susan Easton Black and Mary Jane Woodger

Throughout history, the arts have been greatly benefited by women—including Latter-day Saint women. While there are many women whom we could recognize, here are eight who have stood firm in their beliefs as they followed their passions.

President Ballard encourages 2021 youth conferences and camps in the US and Canada

By Newsroom of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints

In a letter to leaders of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in the United States and Canada, President M. Russell Ballard, Acting President of the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles, encouraged leaders to look for ways to reconnect with youth in 2021 through local ward or stake youth conferences and Young Women and Aaronic Priesthood camps. The For the Strength of Youth (FSY) conferences (gatherings of teenagers from dozens of congregations) are postponed in the United States and Canada until 2022.

{Food Dish} LDS Living Casserole Competition: WINNER + Recipe

By LDS Living

We hope you've enjoyed creating, cooking, and sharing your recipes, and we especially hope you enjoy our three winners! Note: now that our "casseroles" chapter has closed, get geared up for our Best Dessert Bar Contest, starting March 1.

What Church leaders said this week about racial harmony, loneliness, and the rising generation

By Emily Linder

Editor's note: "This week from the pulpit" highlights recent messages by General Authorities and General Officers of the Church.

Latter-day Saint Life

"I Don't Know Why I'm Here": How President Ballard Healed a Woman by Following an Unexpected Prompting

By M. Russell Ballard

When faith and faithfulness are added to priesthood authority, marvelous things can happen in the lives of men, women, and families. We learn in the scriptures that after the Lord "called unto him his twelve disciples, he gave them power against unclean spirits, to cast them out, and to heal all manner of sickness and all manner of disease" (Matthew 10:1; see also Mark 3:14; Mark 6:7; and Luke 9:1). . . .

How Mormons and Ryan Gosling Got Dragged Into a European Soccer Controversy

By LDS Living

When the coach of the French soccer team, France, announced he was going to cut Karim Benzema and Hatem Ben Arfa from the Euro 2016 team, French celebrity Eric Cantona criticized the decision harshly—and somehow brought Mormons and Ryan Gosling into the controversy.

Latter-day Saint Life

5 Ways Recent Research Supports What Prophets Have Said About Marriage

This recent article by Glenn T. Stanton from The Federalist contains fascinating research that shows how marriage can promote wellnesses, equality, and other aspects of life. Thanks to Meridian Magazine for making us aware of this article.

Sponsored: What Your Wardrobe Says about You

By Sweet Salt Clothing, Advertiser

Everything you wear sends a message. Sometimes literally, sometimes not. A certain outfit could make us feel more dignified, more relaxed, or even more confident. You might pick one top over another because it’s just sending you that “wear me” vibe. But you’re not the only one getting a special memo from your clothes. The colors in your blouse and the cut of your skirt could be sending messages to those around you without any effort on your part. So what does your wardrobe say about you?

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Mitt Romney Posts About Ordaining His Grandson to Priesthood, Sparks Unique Missionary Opportunity

By Danielle B. Wagner

Mitt Romney has never shied away from sharing his faith on social media. After the passing of a close friend, Senator Bob Bennett, Mitt Romney wrote on Facebook, "What I will remember most about Senator Bennett is his unwavering commitment to principle; his is an example of integrity and character that will long live in the memories of all of us who knew him. God be with you, Bob, till we meet again at Jesus' feet."

A Timeline of Talks on Service By President Thomas S. Monson