In a clever nod to two October holidays, FamilySearch has shared photos of vintage Halloween costumes your parents or grandparents may have worn as children.
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Instead of candy, we have a sweet Halloween treat for you that won't give you a sugar hangover the next morning.
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Help make memories with your friends and family this spooky season with these delectable dinners, savory snacks, and party treats.
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LDS Living has seen some impressive pumpkin carvings over the years. From an image of President Russell M. Nelson to temples and gospel art scenes, Latter-day Saints have no shortage of creativity when it comes to pumpkin carving.
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No matter your heritage, new FamilySearch activities can help bring a new element to your Halloween-time traditions
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Get inspired for your ward trunk-or-treat, from flashy and flamboyant to simple and sophisticated.
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Halloween—that confusing mix of eeriness, morbidity, candy, trick-or-treating, and family fun. But the mixed reception of this holiday got us wondering, what has the Church officially said about Halloween?
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The pandemic might have altered the usual festivities this year, but that didn’t stop Latter-day Saints from making the most of the holiday. From spooky to hilarious—not to mention some appropriately 2020-themed costumes—these social posts from Halloween celebrations past and present are sure to impress.
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When a virtual pumpkin contest was announced as a home evening activity in Hailee Henson’s young single adult ward, she knew just what to do: carve an image of President Russell M. Nelson.
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After winning Cake Wars twice, Latter-day Saint Pete Tidwell knows a thing or two about baking competitions and creating confectionary masterpieces. This year, Tidwell decided to take on a new challenge, swapping his normally beautiful culinary creations for something creepy by competing on Food Network's Halloween Baking Championship.
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Members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints have grown accustomed to changes, adjustments, new invitations, and a quickened pace since President Russell M. Nelson became our prophet in January 2018.
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A Utah father is becoming a social media sensation with his unique approach to the middle-school carpool.
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There's nothing quite like Halloween. Somewhere down the line, this holiday became a great opportunity for families to get together and have fun. And part of the fun includes the pictures of all the hilarious and ingenious costumes families come up with.
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When it comes to Halloween costumes, BYU's athletic director Tom Holmoe doesn't hold back—and that fact is capturing national attention.
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Maybe you've had your costume planned out for months in advance, but if that's not the case, we've got you covered! These clever, last-minute Halloween costumes can likely be pulled together with things you already have in your closet.
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Editor's note: This article originally ran on LDSLiving.com in 2018.
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It's that time of year when the smell of pumpkin spice permeates every kitchen. But you don’t have to limit your fall cooking creativity to pie and bread! Try out some of these unique and tasty pumpkin dishes, great for dinner, dessert, or just a snack.
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Halloween is so much more fun with kids! Here are our favorite epic costume ideas that involve the whole family.
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"Trunk or treating" has been a thing in some corners of America for decades, including LDS communities in Utah. Find out what Vice had to say about this tradition and Mormons.
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There's more to Halloween than costumes and candy. In fact, here are some touching insights from Mercy River's Whitney Permann about what Halloween teaches us about motherhood.
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Ready for a few spooks and even more laughs? Check out these hilarious sketches from Studio C.
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Sick and tired of being a witch, a hobo, or a toilet-paper mummy for Halloween five years in a row? Still looking for that great Halloween costume that will turn the heads of your fellow ward members? Don't worry, we've got you covered.
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Having trouble finding fun, family-friendly Halloween songs? We've got a suggestion for you, and we'll make it fast.
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Looking for a thrilling but clean new novel to get you in the Halloween spirit? Check out these 12 suspense novels you won't be able to put down. Best of all, they're all available to read or listen to on Bookshelf PLUS!
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From showing BYU pride to “We Thank Thee O God for a ‘Pumpkin,’” Mormons know how to share the gospel even during a spooky holiday like Halloween. These 13 LDS-themed pumpkin carvings will impress you and give you some inspiration for your own pumpkin carving this year!
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Halloween celebrations can vary greatly from person-to-person and religion-to-religion. Some people prefer not to celebrate it, and others prefer to celebrate the day with gusto.
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In general conference in 2006, President Thomas S. Monson shared a favorite Halloween memory, but the only spirits or ghosts that accompanied him on this holiday night were the spirit of service and the Holy Ghost.
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If the candy, costumes, and decorations haven't already tipped you off, you might have noticed Halloween is just around the corner.
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Coming up with a costume idea is already a creativity strain, but when you have to come up with one for all the kids and do so on the cheap side, it's even harder.
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Just last month, thousands of people gathered together for a three-day Comic Con in the heart of Salt Lake City. People dressed as a wide variety of characters from elves to Darth Vader to Tinkerbell.
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Senior missionaries give meaningful service while they spread the gospel, but who would have thought that service could be so Halloween-festive?
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By now many of you might have seen a golden angel Moroni running around on Halloween night—or at least you've probably seen the image floating around Pinterest:
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TREN, a group composed of LDS artists, put together an original song inspired by the popular movie Ghostbusters. This is one fun, spooky song you might want to bust out at your Halloween party this year.
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Whether or not missionaries dress up for Halloween is at the discretion of their mission president. Missionaries are not allowed to proselyte in costume and their appeal is to reflect the Church's guidelines for missionary clothing.
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"(The children) still say their sweet little prayers that Daddy will get better, and we explain to them that he’s getting more sick," says Erica Means, whose husband was given about 12 weeks to live.
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What is it about Halloween that makes people feel okay about showing more skin than usual?
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When the Latter-day Saints moved west to escape persecution, they weren't just forced to leave behind homes and valuables. Many of them were most heartbroken to leave behind the bodies of their deceased loved ones—possibly to fall into the hands of unscrupulous body snatchers, also commonly called "resurrectionists."
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As we gear up for another Halloween, we wanted to remember this great moment from last year. Check out this great picture posted on Facebook of President Uchtdorf passing out Halloween candy.
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Over the Halloween weekend, some Provo residents decided to turn the holiday into a way to celebrate the life and legacy of three great men who recently passed away: President Boyd K. Packer, Elder L. Tom Perry, and Elder Richard G. Scott.
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What began as the desire to create an unforgettable holiday soon turned into a non-profit organization that is gaining national attention.
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Editor’s note: This article first ran on LDSLiving.com in October 2015.
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MR says: Sometimes it can be difficult celebrating Halloween in an uplifting way. But here are six stories from the scriptures, perfect to read with your family, that capture a little bit of the holiday spirit while helping you to keep the Spirit.
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MR says: Check out the advice of fellow Latter-day Saint parents as well as prophets and apostles about what dangers to avoid as well as how to still have fun with your family on Halloween night.
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Editor’s note: This article originally ran in October 2015 and has been updated for clarity.
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MR says: It's a rare occasion when inmates at the Utah State Prison, Latter-day Saints, and Halloween all come together. But when they all do, the results are heartwarming and simply incredible!
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This Halloween a lot of people will be dressing up as Mormons. In fact, being a Mormon missionary for Halloween made Time magazine's top ten topical costume list. The magazine says its a great way to tap into the 2011 Mormon phenomenon. Plus, the editors say its easy to do. The magazine even provides a checklist: White shirt, Necktie, Name tag, Book of Mormon, Slacks and Bike helmet (which is optional). However, not everyone likes the idea of a missionary costume. Sue Perdue said, "It would be like dressing up as a Muslim - I think it would be in bad taste."
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For many many years, I was ashamed to admit this, ashamed that it would reveal me as a party pooper or (worse) an uptight reactionary or (even worse) a selfish adult who can’t enjoy a holiday that’s mostly geared toward children (except when it’s geared toward grown women wearing “sassy” Minnie Mouse costumes, or, you know, the glorification of chainsaw murderers, no embedded link necessary). But I’ve been in the business of begrudgingly half-smiling through the month of October for a good long time now, and I’m finally comfortable enough with myself to say it: I do not like Halloween.
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Which is basically the same thing as regular Laffy Taffy, but the Halloween-themed jokes that are not only funny, they also help you feel the spirit. Jokes like... What is a ghosts' favorite book of scripture? - The Boo! k of Mormon.
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Fall is often associated with the many colors, shapes, and sizes of squash that abound during this season. Most famous of all is the pumpkin, used as a Halloween decoration and in pies galore. But its uses extend beyond the traditional baked goods. Check out these recipes to find new and exciting ways to introduce pumpkin to your table.
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