by Larry Richman | Aug 21, 2020
A new Church video, “Self-Compassion: Be Kind to Yourself,” explains that the antidote for the poison of self-criticism is self-compassion, and self-kindness is the key. Become your own best friend by changing how you talk to yourself and learning to...
by Larry Richman | Aug 20, 2020
The music video “I Will Go and Do” supports the Church’s 2020 youth theme. This video was released at the Church’s first-ever virtual youth music festival held on July 29, 2020. This song by Nik Day was performed by youth from several countries. The...
by Larry Richman | Aug 19, 2020
We are living in historic times. Are you recording your experiences? Not only can journaling help you cope better with day-to-day life, but one day your family will be interested in knowing what it was like to live through the COVID-19 pandemic of 2020. If you haven’t...
by Larry Richman | Aug 18, 2020
Six years ago, 13-year-old Levi Hilton learned how to code and make apps. He developed the game, Book of Mormon Heroes: The Servant of Helaman. He then went on to create a second video game, Book of Mormon Heroes:The Servant of Teancum, covering Alma 46–62. Levi is...
by Larry Richman | Aug 17, 2020
Have you ever felt stuck and didn’t know what to do? YouTuber Stuart Edge explains what he did in the Hope Works video, “Writing Your Future Self A Letter | Hope Works at Home.” When Stuart first started college, he worked cleaning port-a-potties. He’d...
by Larry Richman | Aug 14, 2020
To better serve members worldwide, the Church will publish three global magazines beginning in January 2021—the Friend (for children), For the Strength of Youth (for youth), and the Liahona (for adults). These magazines will replace the current four Church magazines...
by Larry Richman | Aug 14, 2020
From the article “Four Ways to Prepare for Temples Reopening” in the Gospel Living app: Once it’s safe, there will be lots of work to do. Due to COVID-19, temples worldwide have been closed. Recently, the First Presidency announced that some temples would...
by Larry Richman | Aug 13, 2020
The August edition of the Ensign has two great articles to help families stay safe in this digital world. Six Strategies for Family Media Safety. Read about steps parents can take right away. How to create a family media plan and how to use filters, ratings,...
by Larry Richman | Aug 12, 2020
Brigham Young University’s Museum of Art (BYU MOA) now offers weekly mini-tours on Facebook Live MOA mini-tours. They also have released the BYU Museum of Art’s free new app, available for both Apple iOS and Android. The COVID-19 pandemic has made BYU’s MOA a global...
by Larry Richman | Aug 11, 2020
One of the most common questions parents have is when and how to talk with children about sexuality. Youth and young adults are often scared or uncertain about sexuality. Parents, where have your children learned about sexuality? From school and the media with a...
by Larry Richman | Aug 10, 2020
In a new Church video, “Temples Through Time,” scholars, ministers, people of various faiths, and members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints share their thoughts about ancient temples and present-day temples and how temples connect people...
by Larry Richman | Aug 7, 2020
Have a good day by watching the music video “Good Day” from the Church’s first-ever virtual youth music festival. Learn more about and watch the Church’s youth music festival. Check out the Youth Music Festival playlist on YouTube with more music,...
by Larry Richman | Aug 6, 2020
LDS Bookstore is giving away free coloring pages that go along with the Come, Follow Me lessons. Just add them to your cart (price free) and check out to download them.
by Larry Richman | Aug 5, 2020
In a new video from the Church, “The True Power of Temple Work, “Elder Dale G. Renlund shares a powerful message about the impact of the temple on our lives, even during the temporary closures due to the COVID-19 pandemic. “Although our access to the...
by Larry Richman | Aug 4, 2020
Making connections with family past and present can bring joy, perspective, and inspiration. Show a friend how easy it is to discover, preserve, and share family memories. The Church provides resources to help you learn how to help others. All you need is the...