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Sister Sarah Emmett of the Layton Utah Mission visits with her parents, Marie and Chad Emmett, during video chat on Monday, Feb. 18. The First Presidency announced Friday, Feb. 15, that missionaries worldwide are 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.
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'Like Christmas and Mother's Day': 17 of the best reactions from families about staying in touch with their missionaries

Here are some reactions from readers after speaking to their missionaries on preparation day this week.
A family photo of the Featherstones.
Members With 3 sons who hear and 3 sons who are deaf, the Featherstone family stays anchored by faith and fun By Emmy Gardiner
Women smile as they arrive at the Conference Center for the General Women's Session of the 186th Semiannual General Conference in Salt Lake City, Saturday, Sept. 24, 2016.
Living Faith LDS.org highlights how women are essential participants in the work of the priesthood By Danielle Christensen
Baptism in Nuku'alofa, Tonga
Global The serendipitous moment that taught me the true value of the gospel of Jesus Christ By Sarah Jane Weaver
Elder Kim B. Clark, Sister Sue Clark, LDS Business College President Bruce C. Kusch and Sister Alynda Kusch greet LDS Business College students as they enter the Conference Center Theater for a devotional on Feb. 19, 2019.
Leaders & Ministry Sister Clark shares how serving others gave her courage to seek help for depression By Valerie Johnson
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Stretch cotton garments available in new styles for Latter-day Saint women
The women’s stretch cotton garment line is being extended to include maternity styles, a nursing top, and a midcalf bottom, available immediately in the U.S. and Canada.
Leaders & Ministry
3 suggestions from a general authority on how to stay cheerful amidst trials
By Aubrey Eyre
Speaking to students at BYU Hawaii on Tuesday, Feb. 19, Elder Erich W. Kopischke shared three suggestions for how to stay cheerful and trust the Lord in the midst of trials.
Elder Erich W. Kopischke mingles with attendees following his devotional address at BYU Hawaii on Tuesday, Feb. 19, 2019.
Members
Missionary from Utah serving in Dominican Republic dies after fall from apartment building roof
By Scott Taylor
An 18-year-old missionary from Utah serving in the Dominican Republic passed away Wednesday morning after falling from the roof of his apartment building.
Elder Brennan Conrad, 18, of Hyde Park, Utah, holds the country flag of the Dominican Republic, having been called to serve in the Dominican Republic Santo Domingo East Mission. Elder Conrad passed away Wednesday, Feb. 20, 2019, after falling from the roof of his apartment building.
Members
What is it like learning a language for a mission? Here are 29 experiences that detail the process
By Christine Rappleye
Language training for missionaries has varied from when early missionaries spent time learning in-country to the more structured programs offered by the Language Training Mission and the current Missionary Training Centers worldwide.
"Missionaries spend many classroom hours each day learning foreign language and missionary discussions, practicing teaching skills, studying scriptures, and developing deeper understanding of gospel doctrines and principles." — This is the caption information found on the frame plaque accompany this photo, one nearly dozen historical photos showing the development of the Language Training Mission and Missionary Training Center facilities in Provo since the 1960s.
Temples
New York Times features Rome Italy Temple, shares reactions to open house
By Danielle Christensen
The New York Times featured the Rome Italy Temple in an article following the closure of the open house on Sunday, Feb. 17.
Rome Temple in Rome, Italy, on Friday, Nov. 16, 2018.
Members
Latter-day Saint young women in Tennessee share hijab gifts with Muslim friends
By Jason Swensen
Connections, understanding between the Latter-day Saints and Muslim communities in Knoxville strengthened because of the outreach actions of local youth.
Anna Hughes, second from right, visits with friends at a Knoxville-area mosque.
Global
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)
Global
Latter-day Saint missionaries can now call, text home weekly, First Presidency announces
By Sarah Jane Weaver
The First Presidency has announced that full-time missionaries can now call or text home on a weekly basis.
Leaders & Ministry
Elder Bednar on 'the bond' he feels with ancient Apostles during first visit to Jerusalem
By Scott Taylor
Elder David A. Bednar recently visited Rome, the Middle East and Jerusalem — his first-ever trip to the Holy Land.
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.
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
'The sunshine of my life': 15 of the sweetest quotes from President Nelson, Apostles about their wives
By Emmy Gardiner
Here's a look back at what the First Presidency and the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles have said about their eternal companions.
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.
Living Faith
Try these 7 steps to make learning a spiritual — not just a secular — endeavor
By Aubrey Eyre
Speaking at a BYU-Idaho devotional on Feb. 12, Brother Brian K. Ashton of the Sunday School general presidency outlined steps to help individuals make learning a spiritual endeavor.
Students and faculty gather to hear the words of Brian K. Ashton, Second Counselor in the Sunday School General Presidency.
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.
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