Here are some of our favorite moments from President Nelson’s general conference talks when he has given listeners a specific blessing.
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In an excerpt from his upcoming book, President Nelson (ninety-nine today) reflects that “the heart is at the very heart of everything meaningful in life.”
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We all want to feel loved and accepted. Here are nine ideas that may help those who are unable to fully participate at church know they are welcome among their fellow Latter-day Saints.
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President Nelson recently announced a second edition of Preach My Gospel, saying, “It contains some of the best instruction I have ever seen to help people accept the Lord’s invitation to come unto Him.”
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Russell’s obvious affection for his father, Marion, is perhaps most apparent in his word of choice when referencing his father: “Daddy.”
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A new online resource can help you apply President Nelson’s challenge to change the world through peace building.
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People were expressing love, sympathy, and gratitude at a rate that seems unheard of on Facebook.
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See a list of all the temples President Nelson has announced since 2018 and find out how far along they are in the construction process.
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In a recent social media post, President Nelson confirmed a new rumor: our 98-year-old prophet has had a “small challenge” with his balance.
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There is no doubt that Planet Earth is a wondrous, beautiful, and glorious place, and we are eternally grateful for all of God’s creations.
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Morehouse College, a historically Black school in Georgia, has awarded its inaugural Gandhi-King-Mandela Peace Prize to President Russell M. Nelson.
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"I knew in three different ways that the Lord's will was for this potential relationship with Elder Russell M. Nelson."
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The story behind Pres. Nelson’s interaction with a little girl after the first session of conference
Many noticed the beginning of an exchange between President and Sister Nelson and a young girl following the first session of general conference; few knew it was an answer to a child's prayer.
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President Nelson shares a personal story forgiveness after losing two of his young patients—sisters—and facing parents who blamed him for their deaths.
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In his five years as Church president, President Russell M. Nelson has announced 133 new temple locations across 47 different nations.
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President Nelson has now announced 133 new temples since he became President of the Church in 2018.
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A special Easter message from the First Presidency was included in the April 2023 “Liahona” magazine.
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Before jumping into April 2022 general conference, take quick look back at the 10 invitations our prophet extended last October.
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Church members are often astounded by President Nelson’s enthusiasm and energy, but the people who have known him the longest and the most personally—his children—say this is nothing new.
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President Nelson was specifically selected as the inaugural recipient of this prize “for his global efforts in ‘abandoning attitudes and actions of prejudice against any group of God’s children’ through nonviolent ways.”
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“Writing for LDS Living has given me a unique perspective, and at this point, not a lot catches me by surprise. But what recent Church announcements have caught me off guard, and why?”
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To celebrate the historic five-year anniversary of President Russell M. Nelson as President of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, see how much you know about our beloved prophet’s life and ministry.
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Here’s a look back at some of the biggest changes and announcements that have come under his prophetic leadership.
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To celebrate President Nelson's historic anniversary, here are some of our favorite moments, captured in photos, of our beloved prophet's ministry.
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Leadership, revelation, and invitations from the 17th Prophet and President of the Church of Jesus Christ, set apart on January 14, 2018.
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This excerpt originally ran on LDS Living in December 2019.
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In a new Christmas video, President Russell M. Nelson has encouraged people everywhere to share the light of Christ through acts of kindness and compassion.
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Here are seven of our favorite quotes from some of President Nelson’s formal addresses given over the past year.
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In a devotional on Sunday, November 13, 2022, President Nelson shared his ABCs of personal preparation for worship in a temple.
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If you're feeling “post-conference paralysis,” we've got just what you need to start acting on President Nelson’s 10 invitations from this conference.
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President Nelson has now announced 118 new temples since he became President of the Church in 2018.
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As he addressed the audience as the final speaker of the Saturday morning session of general conference, President Russell M. Nelson leaned against a chair at the pulpit.
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“Mostly by accident, I’ve found three different messages President Nelson has given in the past six months in which he taught about this special Hebrew word.”
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Take a look back at the last six months of news, projects, and messages from Church leaders since last general conference.
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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 celebrate the 98th birthday of our beloved prophet, here are 98 fast facts about him, from the beginning of his life to today!
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President Russell M. Nelson was born on September 9, 1924. In celebration of his 98th birthday, here’s a list of 12 inspiring quotes from our beloved prophet this past year.
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The previous 12 months have seen several heartwarming and inspiring moments in the prophet’s life. Here are just a few of our favorites.
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This story was originally published by LDS Living in January 2018 and has been updated to celebrate President Nelson’s birthday.
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My complete avoidance of conflict was becoming a problem. I was grateful to realize the Savior showed a better way.
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Many of us know the First Presidency best by their messages and the service that they give. But what do we know of their life history and the women who have been by their sides?
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The house of the Lord in Washington, DC, was formally rededicated on Sunday, August 14, 2022.
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Four months after he became the oldest President of the Church, Russell M. Nelson is now the Church’s longest-living Apostle.
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More than four years the Washington D.C. Temple closed for renovation, President Russell M. Nelson will rededicate it on August 14.
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I hope these eight points help you see that while you reverently prepare to enter, you can also feel thrilled at this opportunity. Welcome to my pep rally for the temple.
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The footnotes for President Russell M. Nelson’s recent devotional for young adults might just take the footnote cake.
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Peace can come to all who earnestly seek the Prince of Peace. His is the sweet and saving message our missionaries take throughout the world.
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“I believe that if the Lord were speaking to you directly tonight, the first thing he would make sure you understand is your true identity.”
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To celebrate the first worldwide YA devotional in five years, young adults are invited to special events on Temple Square.
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Praying initially felt like a cheap way out: a way to feel like I was doing something without really doing anything. But President Nelson taught me otherwise.
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Pres. and Sis. Nelson to give first worldwide young adult devotional in 5 years. Here’s how to watch
A worldwide devotional for young adults will be held on Sunday, May 15, 2022.
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