New Book: Doubt Not, But Be Believing
My friend David Marsh just published his book Doubt Not, But Be Believing: Supporting Loved Ones through Their Trials of Faith. Even though doubts may come, we can stay strong. This book will help you understand how to support someone who is dealing with doubts about...
Ministering Resources on Same-Sex Attraction Updated for LDS Leaders
Editors note (June 4, 2018): Ministering Resources has been renamed Counseling Resources. The Ministering Resource on Same-Sex Attraction has been updated with additional helps for leaders. This resource is available to members of ward and stake councils at...
LDS Church Resources About Same-Sex Attraction in 38 Languages
Last October, the Church updated its official resources on same-sex attraction, including the website MormonandGay.lds.org (in English only) and the entry on Same-Sex Attraction in Gospel Topics (in 10 languages). To make this important information available in more...
Latter-day Saint Beliefs: Ordinances & Covenants
Latter-day Saints are big believers in ordinances and covenants. An ordinance is a sacred, formal act performed by the authority of the priesthood. The ordinances that are essential to our exaltation are called saving ordinances. They include baptism, confirmation,...
LDS Study Doctrine & Covenants and Church History in 2017
Editor’s Note: See an updated list of resources to study the Doctrine and Covenants. In Sunday School in 2017, Latter-day Saints will be studying the Doctrine and Covenants and Church history. This article reviews the extensive resources that have been created...
Changes in the Friend Magazine in 2017
You’ll notice seven big changes in the Friend magazine, beginning in January. Child-Friendly Paper The friend is now printed on crayon-friendly paper. Beginning with the January issue, you’ll notice a thicker, textured paper that’s great for coloring and...
Thanksgiving Day: Gratitude
Gratitude is a feeling of appreciation and thankfulness for blessings or benefits we have received. As we cultivate a grateful attitude, we are more likely to be happy and spiritually strong. We should regularly express our gratitude to God for the blessings He gives...
Elder Holland: We Need “His Holy Day”
Mormons believe that the Sabbath day is the Lord’s day, set apart each week for rest and worship. (See “Sabbath Day” in Gospel Topics on LDS.org (topics.lds.org). Church leaders have been encouraging us more than ever to honor the Sabbath Day. In...
LDS Church Updates Resources About Same-Sex Attraction
The Church has updated its official resources on same-sex attraction. The website MormonandGay.lds.org provides a wealth of information about this complex and often misunderstood topic. The site can help you gain a better understanding of same-sex attraction in the...
“Understanding Suicide: Warning Signs and Prevention” in LDS Ensign & Liahona
The article “Understanding Suicide: Warning Signs and Prevention” has been published in the October issue of the Ensign and Liahona magazine. This article is written for adults and youth by an LDS international expert who discusses the warning signs, prevention, and...
LDS Magazine Articles About Suicide Prevention
The LDS Church has published the following age-appropriate articles about suicide in the September issues of the Church magazines: September Ensign & Liahona: “Choosing to Live” and “How to Create a Suicide-Prevention Safety Plan.” The article is written for...
Accounts of Joseph Smith’s First Vision
Latter-day Saints are very familiar with Joseph Smith’s account of the First Vision as published in Joseph Smith—History in the Pearl of Great Price. But fewer members have studies the other accounts of the First Vision, which can give us a greater understanding...
LDS Children’s Bible Videos
The Life of Jesus Christ: Children’s Narratives is a set of 10 new Bible videos that parents and teachers can use as a fun yet spiritual way to include children in gospel conversations. Each video contains clips from the Life of Jesus Christ Bible Videos...
10 Awesome LDS Websites
In two separate articles, LDSDaily.com has named 10 LDS websites that are great resources. Some are provided by the Church and others are provided by members. The article “5 Awesome LDS Websites You Really Need to Know About” names the sites listed below....Follow on social media