by Larry Richman | Dec 1, 2024
When angels announced the birth of Jesus Christ 2,000 years ago, their message was one of goodness and joy (see Luke 2:10). Wherever you are this Christmas season, The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints encourages everyone to echo that message by bringing...
by Larry Richman | Nov 21, 2022
The Church has released it’s annual #LightTheWorld campaign for this Christmas season. Watch the new Light the World video and learn more about what the Church offers this season. Watch the video “The World Needs Your Light,” which invites you to recognize your...
by Larry Richman | Nov 15, 2020
Every year around Christmas, the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints sponsors a #LightTheWorld initiative that emphasizes that Jesus Christ is the Light of the World. The Church provides the following resources at LightTheWorld.org in English, Spanish,...
by Larry Richman | Dec 3, 2019
To help you share the Church’s #LightTheWorld effort, you may find the following downloads helpful: The Christ Child Watch a new 18-minute dramatic short film depicting the events of the Nativity. Consider viewing it with friends and family and using the Home...
by Larry Richman | Nov 30, 2019
Sometimes it’s easy to lose the true meaning of Christmas in the excitement over twinkling lights and holiday dinners. But Christmas is all about honoring Jesus Christ. Use this calendar whenever you need to remember the true reason for celebrating. If you miss a day,...
by Larry Richman | Nov 29, 2019
#LightTheWorld is an invitation to transform Christmas into a season of service. It’s a worldwide movement to touch hearts and change lives by doing the things Jesus did: feeding the hungry, comforting the lonely, visiting the sick and afflicted, and showing kindness...
by Larry Richman | Dec 6, 2017
LDS Living has published a beautiful photo gallery of Christmas light displays at LDS temples around the world. See the gallery at “Photo Gallery: Temple Christmas Light Displays Around the World.”
by Larry Richman | Dec 21, 2016
LDS Living has published a beautiful photo gallery of Christmas light displays at LDS temples around the world. See the gallery at “Photo Gallery: Temple Christmas Light Displays Around the World.”
by Larry Richman | Nov 30, 2020
Even though the amazing #LightTheWorld giving machines are not available this year, there are plenty of ways you can provide service to others this year. Below are great ideas for Giving Tuesday (December 1) and for Christmas service projects. JustServe and Light the...
by Larry Richman | Nov 28, 2020
I hope you have enjoyed this week of #givethanks social media posts in response to President Russell M. Nelson’s invitation on November 20, 2020. My feeds have been way more uplifting and enjoyable. To help you keep up the good work, this article provides some...
by Larry Richman | Nov 25, 2019
The year 2020 will be one of the most exciting in the history of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. It marks 200 years since the First Vision. Last month, President Russell M. Nelson invited us to prepare for the April conference that will commemorate...
by Larry Richman | Feb 21, 2018
LDS musician Jordan James created a music video for his original song, “Change The World.” Jordan explains that he wrote this song “to help inspire you to Change YOUR World.” His message of doing something in your own way to change the world...
by Larry Richman | Jan 4, 2018
Yesterday, I wrote about how the Church continues to function when the Prophet and President of the Church passes away. Today’s article explains what will happen to select a new Prophet and President of the Church and organize a new First Presidency. It’s...
by Larry Richman | Oct 3, 2017
There were several mentions of the “The Family: A Proclamation to the World” in general conference this past weekend. Here’s how you can access copies of the proclamation: Text online Download a printable PDF In the Gospel Library app in the Family...
by Larry Richman | May 10, 2017
“May each of you have the courage to blog, pin, like, share, post, friend, tweet, snap, and swipe up in a way that will glorify, honor, and respect the will of our loving Heavenly Father and bring a knowledge of the Savior to your family, loved ones, and friends,”...