As members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, we’re called to stand as witnesses of God’s truth in all places, even when it’s difficult. The ongoing situation with Sister April Wilde Despain in Murray, Utah provides a powerful example of a faithful Latter-day Saint mother courageously defending her family’s religious beliefs against growing opposition. A Mother’s Stand …

As I watched my children return from school last week, I found myself reflecting on how different their elementary experience is compared to when I attended Larsen Elementary back in the early 90s. Through prayer and study, I’ve come to some difficult realizations about what’s changed in our schools that I feel impressed to share with my fellow Saints. A …

In a world that often feels increasingly divided and harsh, there exists what I’ve come to think of as a “cult of kindness” – the members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. If you’ve ever interacted with practicing LDS members (sometimes still called Mormons), you’ve likely experienced firsthand their exceptional warmth and generosity. But what makes this …

On October 1, 1995, during the General Relief Society Meeting, President Gordon B. Hinckley delivered what would become one of the most significant declarations in modern Latter-day Saint history: “The Family: A Proclamation to the World.” This pivotal moment, which occurred amidst shifting cultural attitudes toward family and gender, established a clear doctrinal foundation that continues to guide families and …

The Miracle at Gapyeong: How Faith Protected 240 Latter-day Saint Soldiers in Korea “And they were all young men, and they were exceedingly valiant for courage, and also for strength and activity; but behold, this was not all—they were men who were true at all times in whatsoever thing they were entrusted.” (Alma 53:20) A Forgotten Miracle in a Forgotten …

In 1970, Neal A. Maxwell delivered a profound address about the Church Educational System that remains remarkably relevant today. As I revisited his words, I was struck by how prescient his vision was and how applicable his counsel remains in our rapidly changing world. You can view the speech in its entirety, with transcript on screen, here: A Global Perspective …

Imagine marching over 2,000 miles through harsh, unfamiliar terrain—facing hunger, thirst, illness, and uncertainty—with nothing but faith, courage, and trust in God guiding your every step. Picture yourself trekking across scorching deserts, climbing rugged mountain ranges, and enduring freezing nights without adequate shelter or supplies. This was the incredible journey of the Mormon Battalion during the Mexican-American War (1846–1847), one …