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Ward, community help LDS child fight brain cancer

What started out as a quick trip to the ophthalmologist for 5-year-old Jaylie Nielson ended in her being rushed to the emergency room for diagnosis of a possible tumor. Following this day were months of uncertainty and difficulty for the family, but now, because of the love of her ward and community, she and her family will be the beneficiaries of a 5K race and fun run meant to help support them.

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Elder Ballard: "We Are Not Out of Touch with Your Lives"

By LDS Living

While criticism arises in the rest of the world about superficial characteristics of our Church leaders (like their age, race, or where they live), Church members know those are not distinctions that matter when it comes to Church leadership, "for the Lord seeth not as man seeth; for man looketh on the outward appearance, but the Lord looketh on the heart" (Samuel 16:7).

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President Uchtdorf Calls for Peace, Recounts Life As a Refugee & Asks All to "Recognize the Humanity We All Have"

MR says: “It takes empathy and action to influence the future of mankind based on dignity, honesty and eternal values — regardless of differences in politics, religion, race or cultural traditions,” President Uchtdorf said, speaking out for peace at a "Volkstrauertag" gathering. After the event, he shared this touching message on Facebook.

TIME: Mormon Perspective and 2012

With Mitt Romney leading the GOP presidential race and traditional Evangelical influence appearing to wane, the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints is playing an increasingly significant role in the American political conversation. On Thursday the Pew Forum on Religion in Public Life unveiled an in-depth look at public perceptions of American Mormons — the first report of its kind ever published by a non-LDS research group. Here is a survey of some its most interesting findings:

Video: BYU runner Miles Batty sets an NCAA record for indoor mile

'Anti-Mormon' pastor now supporting Romney

Outspoken Baptist pastor Robert Jeffress, who last year attacked presumptive Republican nominee Mitt Romney and his "non-Christian faith," announced he will support the former Massachusetts governor for the Republican nomination. Last October, Jeffress, who supported Rick Perry before dropping out of the race, said Perry was a true follower of Jesus Christ and Mitt Romney's faith was considered a cult.

USA Today gallery features 'Famous Mormons'

Members of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints have served in every level of government, short of the presidency, which Mitt Romney, left, is trying to change. Former Utah governor Jon Huntsman, right, also a Mormon, dropped out of the 2012 Republican nomination race after losing to Romney in the New Hampshire primary.

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Jennifer Reeder: Emma Smith—Giving All That Is Required

A thread of complexity is woven throughout the life of Emma Smith. Her love for her husband, the Prophet Joseph Smith, was enduring despite her struggles to understand his participation in polygamy. Her family was the most important thing to her, yet she suffered familial losses over and over again. She gave her all for the gospel of Jesus Christ but chose not to go west with the Saints. Many have asked, “Did Emma fall short?" This week, we talk with Jennifer Reeder, the author of the new biography, “First: The Life and Faith of Emma Smith," about why the answer to that question is no—Emma gave all that was asked of her.

Join Us for a 1-Day Seminar on the Life of Joseph Smith

By History of the Saints (Sponsored)

"Joseph Smith, the Prophet and Seer of the Lord has done more save Jesus only for the salvation of men in this world than any other man that ever lived in it.” History of the Saints presents, “Knowing Joseph,” April 29, 2017, at the Utah State University Eccles Conference Center. It is a one-day educational seminar on the life and ministry of Joseph, with speakers Robert L. Millet, Susan Easton Black, Alexander L. Baugh, and Glenn J. Rawson. Tickets are $25 and available at historyofthesaints.org. Seating is limited and tickets are going fast.