Video Self-Compassion: Be Kind to Yourself
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...
July 2020 Updates to General Handbook
Additional chapters of the General Handbook have been revised. The chapters for the Elders Quorum, Relief Society, Sunday School, and Teaching the Gospel have been rewritten. Other chapters have been updated. Several updates have been made to Chapter 38, “Church...
Video: Campfires of Faith
Watch the new Church video “Campfires of Faith,” featuring a message from Elder Gerrit W. Gong. A campfire of faith in Jesus Christ can bring light and hope to our lives. Focusing on the light of faith causes darkness to lose its power and enables us to...
“Hope Works” Video: Losing My Sister to Suicide
In the Hope Works video from the Church, “Losing My Sister to Suicide,” Ganel-Lyn shares the gut-wrenching story of her sister’s suicide. She provides advice for those left behind and a message of hope to those contemplating suicide. The Church has...
Employment in the COVID-19 Pandemic
The following is from the Church page Employment in the COVID-19 Pandemic: In this changing economy, unemployment is a real challenge that many are facing. Dealing with unemployment can be difficult, and you may feel anxious, unsure, or inadequate. Heavenly Father is...
Happy Mother’s Day Videos
Enjoy this Church video “You Are Enough.” Motherhood can feel like participating in a race without a finish line: slow at times, frantic at others, exhausting and exhilarating all at once. No matter your circumstances, Heavenly Father promises blessings as...
Resources to Help Manage Stress and Uncertainty During Challenging Times
The Church just sent the following email to ward and stake leaders: As you strive to love and serve those around you, you or those you minister to, may experience heightened stress, anxiety, and uncertainty during difficult times like the COVID-19 pandemic. While...
Video: How the Priesthood Works
In the Church video “How the Priesthood Works,” Elder Dale G. Renlund explains the purpose and function of the priesthood by comparing it to a rocket. The payload or cargo of the rocket is like the power of the Savior’s atoning sacrifice. All of God’s...
Hashtags and URLs for General Conference
Hashtags Many social media sites let you categorize your posts by using hashtags. Hashtags consist of a pound sign (#) followed by a key word(s). These subject tags can be searched on sites such as Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, Pinterest, Flickr, and Tumblr...
27 Ways the Church is Prepared for the COVID-19 Pandemic
Over the past decade, Church leaders have increasingly focused on strengthening faith in Heavenly Father and in His Son Jesus Christ. In retrospect, we can see the evidence of many ways that God has prepared His Church for the COVID-19 pandemic—and other calamities...
“A Special Message for Unsettling Times” Supplement to the Ensign
The Church has published “A Special Message for Unsettling Times” as a supplement to the Ensign magazine. (Download a printable PDF.) We have all been affected by the recent pandemic and other challenging events around the world. It’s understandable that...
Addressing Pornography Site Updated and Added to Gospel Library
The Addressing Pornography page in the Life Help section of the Church’s website has been updated and added to the Gospel Library App. The updates consist of a reorganization of content to make it more accessible. Especially note the section on safe media use...
Mental Health Site Updated and Added to Gospel Library
The Mental Health page in the Life Help section of the Church’s website has been updated with some general principles and new videos. This resource has also now been published to the Life Help section of the Gospel Library App. Whether you are just discovering...
Resource on Same-Sex Attraction Added to Life Help Section of Church Website
The Church has published a website on same-sex attraction in the Life Help section of the Church website. It provides a gospel context for understanding gay, lesbian, and bisexual individuals. You can use this resource to gain hope or help for your own needs, or to...Follow on social media