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Elder David A. Bednar of the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles is joined by his wife, Sister Susan Bednar, at the pulpit during the Jerusalem District conference meeting in the BYU Jerusalem Center on Saturday, Jan. 27. The Old City, including the Dome of the Rock, is seen in the background.
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Elder Bednar on 'the bond' he feels with ancient Apostles during first visit to Jerusalem

Elder David A. Bednar recently visited Rome, the Middle East and Jerusalem — his first-ever trip to the Holy Land.
Global Latter-day Saint missionaries can now call, text home weekly, First Presidency announces By Sarah Jane Weaver
The First Presidency of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints announced Friday, Feb. 15, that missionaries worldwide are now authorized to communicate with their families each week on preparation day by text messages, online messaging, phone calls and video chats, in addition to letters and emails.
Members Twitter reacts to announcement that Latter-day Saint missionaries can call home every week By Danielle Christensen
Students and faculty gather to hear the words of Brian K. Ashton, Second Counselor in the Sunday School General Presidency.
Living Faith Try these 7 steps to make learning a spiritual — not just a secular — endeavor By Aubrey Eyre
President Russell M. Nelson of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and his wife Sister Wendy Nelson hug near the temple in Concepcion, Chili on Saturday, Oct. 27, 2018.
Leaders & Ministry 'The sunshine of my life': 15 of the sweetest quotes from President Nelson, Apostles about their wives By Emmy Gardiner
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The serendipitous moment that taught me the true value of the gospel of Jesus Christ
By Sarah Jane Weaver
That’s what I know now that I didn’t know before I visited the “friendly Islands.” I started my trip looking for a road map of Nuka'lofa and I found something far greater — a road map for life.
Baptism in Nuku'alofa, Tonga
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Four Latter-day Saint missionaries injured in serious car accident in New Caledonia
By Sarah Jane Weaver
Four missionaries for The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints were injured in a serious car accident on Saturday, Feb. 16, on the island of New Caledonia.
Flags are displayed at the missionary training center in Lima, Peru on Friday, Oct. 19, 2018.
Callings
New mission leaders called to serve in Poland, Honduras, Australia and other areas around the world
The following 16 new mission presidents and companions have been called by the First Presidency. They will begin their service in July.
The Provo Missionary Training Center in Provo on Wednesday, July 26, 2017. New renovations have been made to accommodate 2200 Elders and Sisters.
Living Faith
Music and the Spoken Word: A legend about George Washington that shouldn't be forgotten
George Washington was deeply respected for his unique combination of ability and humility.
Sunrise burns through the low lying haze surrounding the Washington Monument early Saturday, Dec. 29, 2018, in Washington. (AP Photo/J. David Ake)
History Revisited
6 anniversaries in the Church during 2019 that might surprise you
By Trent Toone
On June 27, 1844, a mob stormed the Carthage Jail and shot Joseph and Hyrum Smith.
Statue of Joseph and Hyrum Smith outside Carthage Jail. Photo by Becky Carodon Smith
Leaders & Ministry
President Ballard shares where to find the answers to life's questions
By Valerie Johnson
While the education of one's mind regarding things of the world is very important, of greater importance is the education of one's spirit and the things of eternity, President M. Russell Ballard told students gathered at the Salt Lake Institute on Sunday, Feb. 10.
President M. Russell Ballard speaks to University of Utah students gathered in the Salt Lake Institute during a devotional on Sunday, Feb. 10, 2019.
Living Faith
5 stories that give a behind-the-scenes look at what it took to put on President Nelson's devotional to 65,000
By Scott Taylor
Here are the anecdotes of five Latter-day Saints prior to the Feb. 10 Phoenix devotional featuring President Russell M. Nelson and his first counselor, President Dallin H. Oaks at the State Farm Stadium.
President Russell M. Nelson of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints speaks during a devotional at the State Farm Stadium in Phoenix on Sunday, Feb. 10, 2019.
Leaders & Ministry
Video: President Nelson reveals the most important thing he’s learned in 94 years of living
Watch this video highlighting President Nelson's recent op-ed article that was published in the Arizona Republic.
Living Faith
Church members react on Instagram to President Nelson's inspiring address at State Farm Stadium
By Danielle Christensen
President Russell M. Nelson spoke to a crowd of 65,000 in Phoenix, Arizona on Sunday night at the State Farm Stadium. Inviting members of the Church to help “gather Israel on both sides of the veil, the devotional was the largest congregation to lis
Church members wait for President Russell M. Nelson to speak during a special devotional at the State Farm Stadium on Sunday, Feb. 10, 2019.
Leaders & Ministry
From a TV interview to a Q&A with young adults, here are highlights from President Nelson's weekend in Arizona
By Scott Taylor
In addition to the large-scale devotional before about 65,000 people at State Farm Stadium on Sunday, Feb. 10, President and Sister Nelson also enjoyed several small-group settings.
President Russell M. Nelson of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and his wife, Sister Wendy Nelson, greet family members at the State Farm Stadium in Phoenix on Sunday, Feb. 10, 2019.
Leaders & Ministry
President Nelson speaks to 65,000 Latter-day Saints at NFL stadium on what it really means to gather Israel
By Scott Taylor
President Russell M. Nelson gave four examples to a crowd of 65,000 in Phoenix, Arizona of what gathering Israel looks like and how they can participate in it.
President Russell M. Nelson of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints waves to attendees after speaking at the State Farm Stadium in Phoenix on Sunday, Feb. 10, 2019. Nelson is accompanied by his wife Wendy and President Dallin H. Oaks, first counselor, and his wife Kristen.
Leaders & Ministry
President Ballard, Elder Gerard pray at opening of 2019 Utah legislative session
By Scott Taylor
A pair of leaders of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints offered invocations on the opening day of Utah's 2019 legislative session on Monday, Jan. 28.
President M. Russell Ballard, Acting President of the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles, third from the left, is joined by Utah's speaker of the House of Representatives Brad Wilson, third from right, and by four former House speakers — Robert H. Garff, left; Greg Hughes, second from left; David Clark, second from right; and Marty Stephens, right. President Ballard offered the invocation in the House on the opening day of the 2019 legislative session, Jan. 28, 2019.
Leaders & Ministry
President Nelson authors Arizona Republic op-ed, invites all to come to Christ
By Sarah Jane Weaver
Faith in God is, and has always been, the preeminent force for good in this world, writes President Russell M. Nelson in an op-ed article that was published Feb. 10 in The Arizona Republic.
President Russell M. Nelson of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and his wife Wendy Nelson pause with Lillianna Mower after a meeting in Chico, California on Sunday, Jan. 13, 2019, two months after the Camp Fire destroyed 1,400 homes and hundreds of businesses.
Living Faith
Music and the Spoken Word: What it takes to build a real relationship
We become our best and truest selves only when we stop focusing on ourselves and start loving others.
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Callings
New mission leaders called to serve in Rome, Nicaragua, India, Uganda and other areas around the world
The following 16 new mission presidents and companions have been called by the First Presidency. They will begin their service in July.
The Provo Missionary Training Center in Provo on Wednesday, July 26, 2017. New renovations have been made to accommodate 2200 Elders and Sisters.
Leaders & Ministry
Elder Rasband calls teen suicide 'a crisis reaching all around the world,' shares message of hope in Christ
By Jason Swensen
There is no template for teens at risk for suicide, said Elder Ronald A. Rasband. “A greater understanding of Jesus Christ will help those who are spiraling down,” said Elder Rasband, a member of the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles.
Elder Ronald A. Rasband of the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles addresses Church Educational System employees, missionaries and their spouses during "An Evening with a General Authority" devotional, which was broadcast from the Tabernacle on Temple Square on Feb. 8, 2019.
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