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Find Out How Many Millions of Records Were Indexed in the Worldwide Indexing Event

MR says: The Church's 'Fuel the Find' worldwide indexing activity kicked off at the beginning of this month. Find out how many members participated and how many records were indexed.

Vatican newspaper weighs on 'Jesus' Wife' scrap: it's a 'fake'

The Vatican newspaper has added to the doubts surrounding Harvard University's claim that a 4th century Coptic papyrus fragment showed that some early Christians believed that Jesus was married, declaring it a "fake." The newspaper, L'Osservatore Romano, published an article Thursday by leading Coptic scholar Alberto Camplani and an accompanying editorial by the newspaper's editor, Giovanni Maria Vian, an expert in early Christianity. They both cited concerns expressed by other scholars about the fragment's authenticity and the fact that it was purchased on the market without a known archaeological provenance.

Temple Square hosts tour and Q&A for Catholic conference

Two special pre-conference events have been arranged for those attending the Southwest Liturgical Conference, scheduled for Feb. 2-5 at the Salt Palace in Salt Lake City: a tour of Temple Square that will include a question-and-answer with a Mormon Tabernacle Choir organist and choir director, and a composer spotlight featuring David Kauffman and William Gokelman, whose "Mass of Renewal" took first place at the National Association of Pastoral Musicians contest.

Touring in St. Petersburg: Gospel Light Glows in Life of Russian Family

Boris Leostrin stands out in a crowd, and not just because of his 6-foot-2 height. His whole countenance reflects joy in the gospel as he speaks of raising his family in the Church. Brother Leostrin, second counselor in the St. Petersburg Russia Stake, was born and grew up in the sparkling port city on the Baltic Sea. The 35-year-old manages and arranges tours, guides and transportation for tourists, but he revels in showing visitors the city's gems himself — gems such as palaces of the czars and the gloriously restored Hermitage with its world-renowned collection of art. "St. Petersburg is my city, and I love it!" he said.

From the Church

First Presidency Announces New Young Women General Presidency

The First Presidency of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints announced a new Young Women General Presidency during the Saturday afternoon session of the faith’s 183rd Annual General Conference today. The following individuals will serve in the new presidency:

From the Church

Church Responds to Speculation About Shorter Sunday Block

Recently, news reports began circulating about a Boston stake that was going to shorten the standard three-hour Church block to two hours and 15 minutes. Shortly after these stories were published, rumors also began cropping up on social media that these shorter meetings were a two-month experiment initiated by the Church.

Fun

6 Ways We Can Make Church Dances Cool Again

A recent article in the New Era encourages youths to get out on the dance floor, but for many young people, this can be terrifying.

Fun

Watch: Vocal Point and Lexi Walker Team Up for Magical "Beauty and the Beast" Medley

By LDS Living

With the highly anticipated release of Disney's live-action Beauty and the Beast just around the corner, BYU Vocal Point created a magical a cappella masterpiece that's sure to quench your Disney thirst. Teaming up with 14-year old Lexi Walker, as well as the internationally renowned BYU Ballroom Dance team, Vocal Point's latest release will enchant you as you take a four-minute journey through the Disney classic we all love.

Lesson Helps

February 2016 Visiting Teaching Lesson: "Marriage is Ordained of God"

By LDS Living

Prophets, apostles, and leaders continue to “solemnly proclaim that marriage between a man and a woman is ordained of God and that the family is central to the Creator’s plan.”

Time magazine explores 'The Mormon in Mitt'

Time magazine takes an in-depth look at "The Mormon in Mitt" this week in a 2,800-word story that attempts to explore how growing up as an active, practicing, believing member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints has impacted Mitt Romney's life and possible presidential policies. The Time magazine website makes full articles available only to subscribers, although a one-week temporary access is available.