“It was not easy to raise Ronnie Rasband, let me tell you. I was busy and high-spirited. In other words, I know I was a handful.”
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Latter-day Saint Adjei Nyarko Emmanuel, who currently lives in Accra, Ghana, told LDS Living, “It’s so cool to see a chief from my city invited to general conference. … The gospel of Jesus Christ is for all.”
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As they were packaging food donations, NBA star Buddy Hield asked Elder Rasband, “What’s an Apostle?”
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Today is Elder Ronald A. Rasband's 71st birthday! We've compiled some of our favorite photos to celebrate this beloved Apostle.
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Throughout November, 9 of the 15 apostles have had ministry assignments around the world. Find out where and what messages they’ve shared.
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Get to know the current members of the First Presidency and Quorum of the Twelve with these books and talks authored by our beloved leaders.
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As we remember our eternal purpose and identity, we can find hope and put our troubles into perspective.
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In a flurry of posts for Valentine’s Day, here’s what Church leaders are encouraging us to remember on the day of chocolate and flowers.
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When Sister Melanie Rasband walked in late to a large meeting, she began looking for a seat near the back. But President Nelson had another idea.
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On Sunday, January 9, 2022, six members of The Quorum of the Twelve Apostles will speak to young adults worldwide.
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Sister Aburto on Mesa temple’s special history for Latin American members + more from Church leaders
With the Mesa Arizona Temple open house underway, Church leaders are encouraging people of all faiths and backgrounds to visit the newly renovated building. In an opinion piece for The Arizona Republic, President Dallin H. Oaks explained that the temple “creates a connection among members of the greater Mesa community.”
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In a new #HearHim video from the Church, Elder Ronald A. Rasband of the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles shares his testimony that the Holy Ghost can direct us in life.
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Editor’s note: “This week from the pulpit” highlights recent messages by General Authorities, General Officers, and leaders of the Church.
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The fact that His Atonement is a testament of our divine identity as children of God is powerful and nothing short of miraculous to me.
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Not long ago, I met with a dear friend that I have known and loved for many years. When we met, my friend confided that he had been struggling. He felt he was experiencing, to use his words, a “crisis of faith” and sought my counsel. I felt grateful that he would share his feelings and concerns with me.
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A new video produced by Deseret Book highlights the counsel of Elder Ronald A. Rasband from his new book, Be Not Troubled.
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In the temple, we renew our spiritual perspective. In the temple, we recommit our lives to the Lord. In the temple, we recognize “things as they really are, and . . . things as they really will be” (Jacob 4:13).
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Over the weekend, leaders of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints shared messages of peace, hope, and faith for the future. Here is a look back at some of our favorite photos and screenshots from the October 2020 general conference.
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Elder Ronald A. Rasband recently reflected on events of the past six months as part of a Church News series sharing counsel from the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles during the pandemic.
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Two months ago, President Russell M. Nelson introduced a new bicentennial proclamation in general conference.
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Elder Rasband also spoke to the Arizona Tempe Mission at the Institute building on Saturday, Oct. 19, with Elder Paul B. Pieper, General Authority Seventy, and Presiding Bishop Gérald Caussé. He told the missionaries that as a young man he wanted to serve a mission in Germany like his father, brother and brother-in-law. When he opened his mission call at the mailbox of his home, he was disappointed to learn he’d been called to the Eastern States Mission. He didn’t want to show his disappointment to his parents, so he went inside and opened the scriptures before they came home.
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On assignment one day in Oklahoma, I had the opportunity to meet with a few of the families devastated by mighty twisters that had recently swept through that area. As I visited with the Sorrels family, I was particularly touched by the experience of their daughter, Tori, then a fifth grader at Plaza Towers Elementary School.
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There was never any question in my mind that I would serve a mission. The only question I had was, “Where will I serve?” I thought I knew the answer. My dad went on a mission to Germany. My older brother went on a mission to Germany. My sister’s boyfriend—and future husband—went on a mission to Germany. I thought I was going to Germany too. In fact, I planned on it.
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“Try just saying the name ‘Jesus Christ’ in a perilous setting with one who has lost hope. Just calling upon Him by name, with reverence, can make a difference in a difficult moment," Elder Ronald A. Rasband said in a message to Church Education System Employees. "He loves us in our brightest and our darkest hours. . . . Jesus Christ is always the answer."
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In 1976, I was the elders quorum president in my campus ward, and Brother Jon Huntsman was the high council adviser. He was already successful in his plastics business. I even remember him slipping me a personal check for $1,000 with these simple instructions: “Use this to help those who are in need in your quorum.” They were never to know where the money came from.
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Elders Bednar and Rasband recentlyled the first visitors on a tour through the newly completed Rome Italy Temple, which included political leaders and journalists from across Europe. Both apostles posted about the experience on Facebook, sharing how this new temple of the Lord has impacted them.
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More than a decade after it was announced and two millennia after Peter and Paul preached here, The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints opened the doors Monday to its stunning new Rome Italy Temple.
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Amidst their world travels andbig Church changes, it's impossible to summarize all the good the prophet and apostles have done this year. But here's a glimpse into some of the most popular and touching stories and messages shared from the Brethren this year.
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In case you haven't heard the exciting news, the prophet and apostles are now using Instagram to share Christ's lightand reach members of the Church in new ways.
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The First Presidency and the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles are now using Instagram to share the light of Jesus Christ with millions around the world.
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Ever wondered what the apostles looked like growing up? Here's a glimpse at our beloved apostles as children.
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It was a regular Sunday morning in October 2015 as 19-year-old Jacob Pinkston sat with his family waiting for sacrament meeting to start. As the meeting began, his mom, Christine, leaned over to him and asked excitedly, “Do you know who’s on the stand?”
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He was a rescuer sent by Brigham Young from Utah. She was a member of the Willie handcart company. It’s an unusual setting for a love story, but this story has lasted through generations.
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Choosing an eternal companion is one of the most important decisions to make in this life. However, people fall in love and find their eternal companions in many different ways. Even our beloved prophet and apostles experienced times when they had butterflies in their stomachs and unrestful nights thinking about their significant others. Here are the stories of how our prophet and apostles found their eternal companions.
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The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints announced on June 28, 2018, that it will be creating a revised Hymns andChildren’s Songbook to be used in worship services. Members from around the world can participate in the revision process by submitting hymns to newmusic.lds.org.
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We know the First Presidency and apostles sacrifice much to serve the Lord and members around the world, but sometimes we fail to recognize the women who travel with them, stand beside them, and sacrifice just as much for our Church. Learn a little more about the wives of the apostles.
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"Integrity cannot become a lost art form for those of us who are disciples of Jesus Christ," Elder Ronald A. Rasband said.
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"Huntsman, a former Area Seventy, stake president, and mission president in Washington, D.C., was a 'strong, powerful, fair businessman' whose 'word was his bond,'" said Elder Ronald A. Rasband.
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Thanks to the Deseret News for making us aware of this story.
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"My heart fills with joy to see this photo and remember this moment with youth in Brazil," Elder Ronald A. Rasband posted on his Facebook, speaking of the hand sign he made at a youth conference that has taken the youth by storm.
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“When something like this happens, we all need one another,” Elder Rasband toldresidents of California as he walked through the ashes that comprised all that was left of their homes. “The old adage ‘no man is an island, no man stands alone’—that thought has come to my mind here this morning as I’ve seen how these wonderful brothers and sisters who have lost every earthly possession have just loved being with each other and look to each other for love and comfort.”
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Editor's note: These responses have been edited for length and clarity.
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Tests, temptations, and trails are natural parts of our earthly experience and daily life. Sometimes, we may even feel so burdened by our troubles it feels impossible to keep going. But one sure way to become comforted and strengthened is to rely on the Atonement of Jesus Christ.
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In the Church, we continually hear messages that stress putting family first, such as David O. McKay's often-quoted "No other success can compensate for failure in the home."
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Following promptings can sometimes be uncomfortable, especially when we are prompted to ask someone else to do something.
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This time of year, we often reflect on the Savior's Atonement, His death, His crucifixion, and His resurrection. But it's also important to remember that none of those would have been possible without His undying love for us.
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We are so excited for another inspiring conference weekend! Recently, Elder Ronald A. Rasband shared on Facebook a message that showed the devotion and inspiration that goes into every conference talk:
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Elder Ronald A. Rasband—accompanied by Elder Craig C. Christensen of the Presidency of the Seventy and Bishop Dean M. Davies, first counselor in the Presiding Bishopric—recently returned from a 12-day trip to Central America. There he had the chance to meet with members as well as share LDS beliefs with the Nicaraguan President Daniel Ortega, who called the apostle and general authorities "ministers of peace."
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The First Presidency and Quorum of the Twelve are always busy traveling and visiting members around the world. And this year more than ever we've enjoyed seeing the photos of their travels they have shared with us on Facebook! Here are some of our favorites from the year:
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Following Elder Dale G. Renlund's recent "Special Witnesses of Christ" video, Elder Ronald A. Rasband was recently featured in the latest video in the series, one that focuses on our heritage of faith, love, and devotion to Jesus Christ.
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BUENA VISTA, Virginia — The first LDS apostle to speak officially at Southern Virginia University honored SVU's pioneers on behalf of Church leaders and praised the independent school's president at his inauguration on Friday.
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