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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Over the years, President Thomas S. Monson shared several Thanksgiving tales that help us remember gratitude, charity, and the hand of God on our lives.
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A letter sent to Church members announced that the latest book in the Teachings of Presidents of the Church series is available now and includes the teachings of President Thomas S. Monson.
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President Thomas S. Monson left behind a legacy of serving and ministering to "the one.” He frequently spoke of the joy that comes from knowing you have been “on the Lord’s errand.”
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This excerpt is from Be Your Best Self by President Thomas S. Monson, which was published in 1979. This excerpt originally ran on LDS Living in July 2017.
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In my childhood, everything wasn’t bliss in our ward Primary, for boys will be boys. The laughter of the boys and the chatter of the girls at times must have been most disconcerting to our Primary leaders.
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How did some of our modern-day prophets propose to their wives? From the humorous to the sweet, you'll love these incredible stories that show a brief glimpse into the early lives of three prophets.
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With so many Church leaders who have a wonderful sense of humor all their own, there are always many funny or light-hearted moments shared each general conference. Here are some of the most hilarious that are guaranteed to give you a laugh, brighten your day, and deepen your love for God's chosen apostles.
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The messages and stories Church leaders shared in the wake of the devastation on 9/11 are ones we can apply in times of division, darkness, and even in times of prosperity. They are messages to live by that remind us what is most important in a world filled with death, destruction, hate, and also love.
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While visiting a missionary's grave in East Germany during the Berlin Wall era, President Monson saw a powerful example of love and respect through the actions of a young deacon.
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Nothing can compare to the feeling that comes when President Thomas S. Monson starts in on one of his famous stories. The emotion and power behind his words can make us not only laugh and cry, but have a desire to truly change our lives. So, in honor of Pioneer Day, we wanted to share three of our favorite pioneer stories shared by President Monson throughout the years--pioneer stories that show how they can come from all ages and parts of the world.
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June 8, 1978, is emblazoned into our collective memory as Latter-day Saints. Many of us identify with the sentiments of Elder Jeffrey R. Holland, who said, "I can remember exactly where I was. For us, that's the 'where we [were] when Kennedy was shot' [moment], this deep, deep, spiritual, emotional moment in the history of the Church."
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Only three months after the Church was officially organized, the Lord instructed Emma to make a selection of hymns to be used by the Saints:
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General conference: a time of year that Latter-day Saints across the entire world unite their prayers, their voices, and their spirits in sustaining and listening to God's chosen prophets and leaders. It is, without a doubt, a sacred and wonderful time for Mormons everywhere, full of many spiritual and emotional highs.
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To a full Conference Center, President Thomas S. Monson's daughter, Ann M. Dibb, and three apostles—President Dieter F. Uchtdorf, President Henry B. Eyring, and President Russell M. Nelson—spoke of this remarkable man and his "legacy of love and service" during his funeral on January 12.
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“President Monson exemplified caring for the individual,” Bryan Burningham said. “I am not a person of great consequence, and yet he cared for me and my family. He treated everyone with the ideal that the worth of every soul is great in the sight of God. . . . To me, President Monson’s legacy is one of love and priesthood service. So much of his service will never be seen in the public eye, but it will live forever in the hearts of the lives he has blessed. He was an incredible example of the Savior’s pure love.”
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On Friday, Church members are invited to participate in funeral services for President Thomas S. Monson, who passed away January 2 at the age of 90.
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To honor his memory and pay respects to our beloved prophet, many are predicted to attend the viewing of President Monson on Thursday at the LDS Conference Center.
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What will be President Thomas S. Monson’s legacy?
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The following tributes were shared recently by Mormon Newsroom.
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The following shares excerpts from a message President Thomas S. Monson shared in general conference shortly after the death of his wife, Frances Monson. What a powerful testimony of the role of God in our lives:
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On the Senate floor Monday, Senator Orrin Hatch paid tribute to President Thomas S. Monson, his "dear friend" and "a beloved leader whose love of God and his fellow men defined a lifetime of selfless service."
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Over the past week, The New York Times received criticism over its coverage of President Thomas S. Monson's death on social media and from other media outlets.
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The monument and headstone for President Thomas S. Monson will be placed in the Salt Lake City Cemetery next to his wife's, Frances Monson.
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"He was always mindful," Ann Monson Dibb, the daughter of President Monson, told Deseret News about her father. "He was a means by which individuals' prayers could be answered if he listened, if he looked around and perceived who might need help or a friendly hello. It was just all wrapped up in a 'whirlwind of a man.'"
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On Sunday, Marie Osmond took to Facebook to share her feelings about the man who comforted her at her son's and her parents' funerals: Thomas S. Monson.
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Over the years President Thomas S. Monson has given many powerful witnesses and testimonies of our Savior Jesus Christ and His Church on the earth today. Here are just a few such testimonies, where President Monson shares the miracle of the Restoration and this stirring truth: "I want the Lord to know if He wants an errand run, Tom Monson will run that errand."
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In three short, touching videos, Sister Ann M. Dibb (President Monson's daughter), President Uchtdorf, and President Eyring share touching memories and impressions of our beloved prophet.
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The following article was published on the Huffington Post the day after President Monson's passing.
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On January 4, the U.S. Department of Veteran Affairs featured President Thomas S. Monson as the Veteran of the Day. Along with this honor, the department shared this touching tribute:
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As I've been studying the words and guidance of our beloved President Thomas S. Monson this week, the range and depth of the wisdom he shared stagger me. With 54 years of apostolic and prophetic counsel and advice, not to mention books and biographies that detail the intimate lessons and details of his life, it's hard to comprehend the unfailing service, devotion, faith, and commitment of this great man.
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With the recent passing of beloved prophet Thomas S. Monson, many are wondering what is next for the leadership of the Church.
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Gerry Avant, a long-time reporter for the Deseret News, shares her personal, heartwarming experiences with our beloved prophet Thomas S. Monson before he passed away. "Comfortable in any setting, he aptly could be described as ‘everybody’s friend," Avant once said of President Monson as she observed his acts of service throughout her career.
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On Thursday, Senators Jeff Flake and Mike Lee honored President Monson's life with tributes given on the Senate floor.
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The following is an excerpt from President Monson's book Be Your Best Self. In it, he provides three steps in a formula that "will help you and help me to journey well through mortality and to that great reward of exaltation in the celestial kingdom of our Heavenly Father." President Monson's entire life of love and service exemplifies these ideals.
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“His lifelong service and his impact on the world will always be remembered,” the Jazz said.
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Here are some precious glimpses into President Monson's life as a father, grandfather, and servant of God.
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I was in England when President Monson called me on the phone and asked me to write his biography. It was June 18, 2008, a Thursday, and the experience is forever imprinted in my heart and mind.
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The Church released the following statement from the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles regarding President Monson:
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Many of us are missing our beloved prophet this morning and extending our love to his family after he passed away on Tuesday, January 2, 2018. President Eyring and President Uchtdorf released the following testimony and tribute:
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With the passing of our beloved prophet, we wanted to remember the uplifting and eloquent words he shared that inspire us to be better, to reach higher, and to live our lives with more optimism.
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The Church tweeted this heartwarming video honoring the life and legacy of President Thomas S. Monson. We are grateful for our beloved prophet and his life of compassion, service, and dedication. We will miss him.
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As we honor our beloved President Monson in the wake of his passing on Tuesday January 2, 2018, here's a look at the counsel he offered in 223 general conference addresses he gave throughout his life.
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After our beloved prophet's passing late on Tuesday, January 2, media outlets from across the globe have featured the life and death of President Thomas S. Monson. But what did these media outlets have to say about this great man and prophet of God? Here is just a taste:
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We will miss our beloved prophet dearly, who passed away on Tuesday, January 2.
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It has been five years since I became President of the Church. At this time I feel it appropriate to review those five years and to look to the future. Throughout my years as a General Authority I have emphasized a need for the "rescue" of our brothers and sisters from many different situations which may be depriving them of all the blessings the gospel can provide. Since becoming President of the Church I have felt an increased urgency for us to be engaged in this rescue effort.
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The Boise Idaho Temple, which was closed for 15 months for renovation, was rededicated by President Thomas S. Monson on November 18, 2012. Following is the text of the prayer offered to rededicate the temple. Almighty God, Thou great Elohim, in the name of Thy Beloved Son Jesus Christ we bow before Thee this sacred and blessed day with full hearts and grateful spirits.
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Thomas S. Monson, president of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, dedicated the Calgary Alberta Temple, the 140th temple in the Church, on Sunday, 28 October 2012. Three dedicatory sessions were held to give members of the Church an opportunity to participate in the special meeting, which was broadcast to meetinghouses throughout the temple district.
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Starting next month and for the next 12 months after that, the Liahona and Friend magazines will feature stories written by Heidi S. Swinton about President Thomas S. Monson’s boyhood years. This series, “Follow the Prophet,” teaches gospel lessons through short biographical pieces from President Monson’s life, quotes from President Monson, and interactive games.
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Björn Bauerfeind has vivid memories of being a Latter-day Saint in East Germany, where his “faithful parents far behind the Iron Curtain” were serious about serving the Lord in an area where government officials closely watched the Church. Every Sunday, his parents, Dieter and Ilse Bauerfeind, took him, his sister, and two brothers to attend church, about 40 miles (64km) from their home in Stendal. “The Rathenow Branch consisted of 10 Church members, including our family,” said Brother Bauerfeind. “Branch President Ferenz, a 91-year-old man, never missed a single meeting either. Contact with other Church members was very limited due to long distances to other Church units. As a little child, sometimes the thought, ‘What a lonely bunch of Mormons,’ crossed my mind. What I did not realize back then was how many blessings the Lord had in store for us for the future. We would live to see many of the promises made by servants of the Lord become reality.
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“Golden Days: A Celebration of Life” is the theme of the upcoming 85th birthday celebration for President Thomas S. Monson of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints to be held at the Conference Center Friday, 17 August, at 8 p.m. Beloved Broadway selections and other favorites will be performed by the Mormon Tabernacle Choir, Orchestra at Temple Square and notable guest artists. “We are very pleased that talented solo artists will be joining the choir to honor this great man,” said choir president Mac Christensen. “I happen to know the songs being performed will delight President Monson.” Guest artists will be announced at a later date.
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