by Larry Richman | Sep 4, 2025
Finding joy in the gospel of Jesus Christ while balancing mental health challenges can sometimes feel impossible. Forces that are difficult to control can prevent us from feeling the influence of the Holy Ghost, perhaps making us question why we keep trying. Although...
by Larry Richman | Aug 28, 2025
In the Church video “Become,” a young man struggles to discover his identity and his reason for being after the loss of both of his parents. Reaching adulthood, he fulfilled his dreams of attending college through hard work and perseverance. In the...
by Larry Richman | Aug 19, 2025
As a young teen, Chaun wanted nothing more than to be loved and accepted. Years later, she realized that God’s love and acceptance matters most and that it would always be there for her. Learn how Chaun gained a better perspective about her eating disorder in...
by Larry Richman | Jul 2, 2025
Disability Specialists A bishopric or stake presidency may call a ward or stake disability specialist to help individuals and families who have disabilities or who are caregivers of those with disabilities (see General Handbook, 38.8.27.9). The disability specialist...
by Larry Richman | Jun 23, 2025
Every family has a story. When your world feels like it’s falling apart, looking backward might just be the way forward. Watch the video “Family History Helped Me Find Where I Belong: Jeremiah’s Story.” Jeremiah’s family faced hardship, division,...
by Larry Richman | Jun 13, 2025
Covenant Eyes has published free Learning and Growing courses to help you overcome pornography use: Mapping Your Journey Building Willpower Finding Your Why SEE and HALT Triggers Next Steps After Your Wife Learns About Your Porn Aftershock: A 25-Day Study for a...
by Larry Richman | Apr 14, 2025
Ever Accountable is scientifically-backed software that helps you avoid porn and other dangers on the internet with the power of accountability. Because Ever Accountable gives transparency to your phone and computer usage, you won’t be nearly as tempted to pursue...
by Larry Richman | Mar 12, 2025
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints helps people build self-reliance in several ways, such as through free courses, lifelong learning, and projects and volunteer work. For example, the Church offers free self-reliance courses in more than 100 countries to...
by Larry Richman | Feb 5, 2025
Covenant Eyes has published free courses to help you overcome pornography use: Why You REALLY Turn to Porn SEE and HALT Triggers Why Your Brain Craves Porn Ally Field Training The Power of Accountability Mapping Your Ally Journey Quit pornography for good....
by Larry Richman | Jan 9, 2025
Beginning in January 2025, seminary classes now include new Life Preparation lessons. These additional lessons help students draw on the power of Jesus Christ in all aspects of life while maintaining a foundation in scripture and an alignment with the Come, Follow Me...
by Larry Richman | Dec 13, 2024
Covenant Eyes has published an article “What Is Porn Addiction?” The article covers the following topics: Understanding Porn Addiction Why Is Porn Addictive? Signs of Porn Addiction How Can Someone Break Free? You may also be interested in the following...
by Larry Richman | Dec 9, 2024
The Church has published the full triple combination of the scriptures in American Sign Language (ASL). In addition to the Book of Mormon, which was already available, the Doctrine and Covenants and Pearl of Great Price are now available as ASL videos in the Gospel...
by Larry Richman | Nov 26, 2024
The First Presidency has issued a statement on accessibility, as well as a Church plan to improve access for all to come unto Christ. As leaders and members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, we follow the example of Jesus Christ, and we invite all to...
by Larry Richman | Nov 13, 2024
This month marks the 17th anniversary of the publication of the booklet Learning Through Life’s Trials. You can download a free copy of the booklet. The booklet reviews the nature, origins, and purposes of adversity and includes suggestions on how to patiently trust...
by Larry Richman | Oct 14, 2024
October is National Bullying Prevention Month. In previous posts, I have shared resources about cyberbullying. The more people are online and use social media, the more online bullying has increased. And that affects self-esteem, physical health, and mental health....