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Light the World has become a powerful Christmas tradition, inspiring Latter-day Saints around the world to serve as Jesus Christ would. Recently, our team at LDS Daily learned more about this year’s upcoming Light the World initiative where countless stories of giving were shared. Here are just three. As you prepare for the holiday season, learn more about how you …

In a touching video from the Church’s official newsroom, Sister Joy D. Jones, Primary general president, and Sister Sharon Eubank, a counselor in the Relief Society general presidency and director of LDS Charities, traveled to distribute a large portion of cheer thanks to the generosity of thousands last December. More than $2.3 million was raised through “giving machines” that were part …

In a social media post from LDS Charities, The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints revealed how much the Light the World Giving Machines made in donations throughout the 2018 Christmas season. “Your generosity helped raise $2,309,276 for our local and international partners,” LDS Charities shared. The organization also shared some insights on what people purchased through the machines: 28,801 …

This Christmas season, regardless of where you are or who you’re with, Christ was born for you. That is the message behind the new video released by The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Watch the video below.   To learn more about Jesus Christ during this special season, click here.   Aleah IngramAleah is a graduate of Southern …

This year, the Church has split it’s “Light the World” campaign into four distinct weeks, with each focusing on a different sphere you can influence for good.   For the final week of December, we are encouraged to light our faith in Jesus Christ. If you aren’t sure where to begin, here is a list of helpful ideas. 20 Ways …

A symbol of charitable giving, the “Giving Machines” set up by The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in conjunction with charities and non-profit organizations worldwide have reached a new record. In a statement originally published by the Church’s newsroom, Church spokesman Daniel Woodruff announced donations had surpassed $1 million dollars across the five machines located in Utah, Arizona, New …

This year, the Church has split it’s “Light the World” campaign into four distinct weeks, with each focusing on a different sphere you can influence for good.   For the third week of December, we are encouraged to light our families. If you aren’t sure where to begin, here is a list of helpful ideas with varying degrees of time …

This year, the Church has split it’s “Light the World” campaign into four distinct weeks, with each focusing on a different sphere you can influence for good.   For the second week of December, we are encouraged to light our communities. If you aren’t sure where to begin, here is a list of helpful ideas with varying degrees of time …

This special Light the World FHE lesson helps prepare for giving throughout the Christmas season! Scripture Matthew 5:14 Ye are the light of the world. A city that is set on an hill cannot be hid. Hymn With Wondering Awe | Hymn #210 1. With wond’ring awe the wisemen saw The star in heaven springing, And with delight, in peaceful night, They …

In 2017, The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints attempted to transform the traditional vending machine into a symbol of charitable giving. Instead of purchasing a candy bar or snack for yourself, these machines featured everything from socks and eyeglasses to goats and chickens. Passersby simply swiped their cards to purchase essential items for those in need. All donations …