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Stephanie Nielson's memoir 'Heaven Is Here' describes faith, trials

Stephanie Nielson wanted nothing more in life than to be a wife and a mother with a home full of faith. Nielson, who blogs at nieniedialogues.blogspot.com, had her happy life, with four children, her husband, Christian, and the daily adventures of life. She skied, taught yoga and was an avid runner.

Latter-day Saint Life

4 Things Not To Do When Helping People Through a Faith Crisis

It is imperative that faithful members of the church, particularly millennials, learn how to appropriately interact with those who wrestle with doubt. To that end, I have created this list of things NOT to do when someone you know raises serious questions about religion:

Ann Romney corrects Whoopi Goldberg on LDS faith

Ann Romney corrected Whoopi Goldberg about military service and the Mormon faith after being pressed by “The View” co-host during Thursday’s show. “As first lady, if you get the job, it’s going to entail a lot of things, and one of those things is going to be talking to the mothers whose children are coming home in bags, you know, from wars,” Goldberg said. “Now, I believe that your religion doesn’t allow you to go fight?”

Curiosity and faith fueled Henry Eyring

Imagine you're a Mormon scientist invited to an apostle's office to discuss disagreements in science and religion. It happened in 1955 when world-famous chemist Henry Eyring met with Elder Joseph Fielding Smith, who later became the 10th president of the LDS Church. They talked for about an hour and gentlemanly agreed to disagree, according to the biography "Mormon Scientist: The Life and Faith of Henry Eyring."

LDS recovery program helps participants fight addictions, focus on faith

It’s the last place some people would expect to feel spiritual, but sitting in a circle at an LDS Family Services Addiction Recovery Program meeting and listening to the ups and downs of overcoming addiction, there is a feeling in the room that is difficult to describe, yet difficult to ignore. “People often say there is a spirit here they’ve never felt before,” said Gary Evans, spokesman for the program in Southern Utah. “It’s the atonement (of Jesus Christ) in action.”

Mormon-raised Paul Walker Remembered for Faith and Films

Actor Paul Walker, who is known for his role as Brian O’Conner in "The Fast and the Furious” movies, died in a car accident Nov. 30. But in addition to his films, Walker also leaves behind a legacy of faith and generosity. According to the Christian Post, Walker grew up a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in Glendale, Calif. Although he was not an active Mormon in his adult years, Walker remained a Christian.

LDS Couple Denied by Christian Foster Agency Because of Their Faith

LDS couple Rick and Sandi Pond say a Christian foster agency rejected their application because of their LDS faith. "We pray. We read the scriptures. We love our neighbors," Sandi told Fox 13. "Do they really think there is something awful that's going to happen to these kids because we're Mormon? That really bothers me."

Latter-day Saint Life

5 Ways to Help Your Friend Who's Struggling with Faith

According to The Wall Street Journal, you should listen to your friend's problems rather than advise. Experts told the WSJ that this helps your friends feel supported when trying to make important life decisions.

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Young Women Lesson 14: We Have a Wonderful Legacy

Manual 3; Supplement from "Faith of Our Father" by President Dieter F. Uchtdorf

How to approach questions about the gospel that challenge your faith

By Danielle Christensen

Asking questions about the gospel is encouraged in the Church, as doing so can bring more knowledge and personal growth into your life. But how do you handle questions that challenge your faith? The July 2020 issue of the Ensign features two articles on this topic, giving insights on how to look for answers in a faithful way.