How to Prevent Identity Theft
In today’s connected online world, the risk of identity theft is hard to avoid. But there are ways to minimize the risk of identity theft and stay ahead of scammers and thieves who want your personal information. Know the Risks Nearly 30% of Americans were impacted by...
How to Stay Safe on Social Media
Be mindful of what you post online. Some things about your life are good to share on social media, but below is a list of some things you shouldn’t post online to keep you and your family safe. Don’t post that you will be on a trip. This lets potential...
How to Submit Names to the Temple Prayer Roll Online
In temples of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, members pray for others who are sick or otherwise afflicted. In addition to submitting a name in person when you attend the temple, Church systems let you submit names to the temple prayer role in the...
How to Set New Year’s Resolutions
As you consider New Year’s resolutions, read these great articles from the Church Magazines about setting goals: Want to Set Better Goals This Year? Follow the Prophets’ Examples How Do I Set Righteous and Realistic Goals? 3 Lessons from My Mission about Setting...
How to Digitize Old Photographs, Movies, Videos, Family Records
Your paper photos and slides are fading over time. Your videocassettes are degrading and becoming fuzzy. What if your home is flooded or the box of memories is lost? Even digital records on CDs or computer floppy disks will degrade over time. Do you even still have a...
How To Spot Scams and Fraud
Scams are getting harder to spot. Smart people of all ages are getting scammed. The best defense is knowing the top scams happening now. Chase Bank has published a guide on how to spot fraud and scams. Here’s a quick summary of red flags. For sale, hot deal....
How to Help Children Prepare for Baptism
The Church provides several resources to help prepare children for baptism and confirmation. Special Issue of the Friend Magazine This special issue of the Friend about baptism and confirmation includes four sections: Following Jesus Christ by Being...
How to Get a Scripture Verse of the Day from Gospel Library
The Gospel Library app features a daily scripture verse from the current week’s Come, Follow Me lesson and a daily quote from the most recent general conference. Both functions can be shared with friends or family and be added as a widget on your mobile device’s home...
How to Prepare for General Conference Coming Next Weekend
Every April and October, we have the privilege of hearing messages of inspiration and guidance at general conference. It is intended to be a revelatory experience as we learn from living prophets and apostles through the influence of the Holy Ghost. If you prepare,...
How to Print Your Church Donor Statement For Tithing Declaration Which Begins Sep 1
Tithing declaration (formerly “tithing settlement”) begins September 1 and continues through December 15. To prepare for meeting with the bishop in tithing declaration, here are instructions on how to print your donor statement. Go to...
How to Listen to the Scriptures Using Gospel Voice with Amazon Alexa and Google Assistant
You can use the Church’s Gospel Voice (an Amazon Alexa skill and a Google Assistant) to listen to the scriptures on Alexa and Google Assistant smart speaker devices. Just say, “Alexa, open Gospel Voice,” or, “Hey, Google, talk to Gospel Voice.” You can also use...
How to Browse the Internet Safely
Entire websites can be set up as scams meant to infect the security of your computer and access your personal information. Remember to double-check every site that you visit. Here are tips to help identify if a website is fake: Make sure the site’s URL doesn’t have...
How to Shop Online Safely
Online shopping is common and generally safe—as long as you buy from reputable vendors. For example, Amazon provides a buyers guarantee even for purchases from third-party merchants. However, if you purchase directly from a merchant through a social media ad, you may...
How to Clean Gravestones on Memorial Day
This Memorial Day, take the time to clean the gravestones of your ancestors. Cleaning can turn back time to make your loved one’s final resting place nearly as beautiful as the day their family members gathered there to wish them farewell. Some weathering, erosion,...Follow on social media