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Scripture Genesis 3:20 And Adam called his wife’s name Eve; because she was the mother of all living. Hymn Dearest Mother, I Love You, Children’s Songbook, Pg. #206 Gentle words I hear you say. Your kind hands help me each day. You’re my mother kind and true; Dearest mother, I love you. Lesson   *Suitable for All Ages* Start by …

Family Home Evening turns 101 on Wednesday, April 27th. Let us come together and celebrate Family Home Evening by learning the principles behind FHE, and live them! First, here is the letter that started it all!   April 27, 1915 We advise and urge the inauguration of a “Home Evening” throughout the church, at which time fathers and mothers may …

Brent S. Borup is a relatively new LDS artist, but his unique style of oil painting and digital editing are attracting a lot of attention. His beautiful portraits of Christ, along with his vibrant renditions of LDS temples around the world, are able to express his own personal testimony and inspire others. Borup told the Idaho State Journal he creates the …

Scripture D&C 42:11 Again I say unto you, that it shall not be given to any one to go forth to preach my gospel, or to build up my church, except he be ordained by some one who has authority, and it is known to the church that he has authority and has been regularly ordained by the heads of …

Elder Jeffrey R. Holland once said, “No love in mortality comes closer to approximating the pure love of Jesus Christ than the selfless love a devoted mother has for her child.” We may never be able to truly express the gratitude we have for the mothers in our lives, but Mother’s Day is certainly a great opportunity to try! It …

Scripture D&C 110:7 For behold, I have accepted this house, and my name shall be here; and I will manifest myself to my people in mercy in this house. Hymn I Love to See the Temple, Children’s Songbook, Pg. #95 1. I love to see the temple. I’m going there someday To feel the Holy Spirit, To listen and to …

Scripture Isaiah 9:6 For unto us a child is born, unto us a son is given: and the government shall be upon his shoulder: and his name shall be called Wonderful, Counsellor, The mighty God, The everlasting Father, The Prince of Peace. Hymn To Think About Jesus, Children’s Songbook, Pg. #71 1. It shouldn’t be hard to sit very still …

In Women’s Conference Saturday, Sister Linda K. Burton announced the new relief effort called, “I Was a Stranger,” in which women are invited to assist refugees. This was only reiterated in General Conference. The new program is said to focus “on serving refugees in our local neighborhoods and communities.” We are told to minister one by one. The Church partners with …

General Conference weekend can be both a pleasure and a challenge. We are accustomed to three hours of church, but Conference totals up to eight hours, not including the Priesthood and Women’s sessions. That many hours requires a lot attention and dedication. Prophets guide and apostles teach, but some of us still struggle to pay attention throughout. Here are five tips …

It can be hard for youngsters to focus during General Conference. Thanks to Mormon Cartoonist and LDS Bookstore, you can download a free General Conference activity and coloring packet to help your family get the most out of Conference. This updated packet reflects the three new members the Quorum of the Twelve and features places to take notes, fun games, …