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Before Narnia there was a friendship that changed everything. Read how J.R.R. Tolkien helped lead C.S. Lewis to Christ one ordinary walk at a time. C. S. Lewis’s conversion story is not just about two brilliant writers—it’s about how God uses faithful friendship to bring light where there was once …

When tragedy strikes it often reveals both the darkness of the world and the light of the human spirit. Last Sunday that light came from a 14 year old young man named Jasper, a faithful member of The Church of Jesus Christ, whose quick thinking and courage saved his younger …

Celebrating 2025 John Whitmer Historical Association Award Winners The 2025 John Whitmer Historical Association (JWHA) conference has honed in on some remarkable contributions to the field of Mormon history. These scholars have significantly impacted our understanding of various aspects of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (LDS), shedding …

Understanding General Authority Preferences: A Latter-day Saint Perspective As we approach General Conference, we are again reminded of the importance of listening to our leaders. This gathering is a time for church members to reaffirm their commitment to the covenant path, emphasize the significance of the One True Church, and …

Standing with Victims and Families in Grand Blanc, Michigan As Latter-day Saints, we covenant to mourn with those that mourn and comfort those who stand in need of comfort. In the wake of the September 28, 2025 attack at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in Grand Blanc, …

Understanding Grief from an LDS Perspective In recent days, from the shooting tied to Charlie Kirk’s event to the massacre at a Latter-day Saints chapel in Michigan, our feeds have filled with shock and grief. As disciples of Christ, we mourn with those that mourn while guarding against the easy …

In the wake of the heartbreaking shooting that occurred on September 28 at the Grand Blanc chapel, Bishop Jeffrey Schaub, the leader of the local ward in Michigan, took a moment to express his profound gratitude for the resilience and unity displayed by the community. In a heartfelt video message, …

The tragic death of Charlie Kirk has shaken many across America. It is not just the sudden and violent nature of his passing that stirs our hearts, but also the way people have responded. For some, his life and death have inspired prayer, reflection, and mourning. For others, it has …

The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter day Saints has more than seventeen million members worldwide, yet confusion and rumor continue to shape the way many people see it. From the very beginning of the Restoration in the 1820s, critics have circulated claims that are either inaccurate, exaggerated, or completely …

When people see a building of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter day Saints, they quickly notice that not all buildings look the same. Some are simple chapels where families gather every Sunday, while others are larger and more ornate temples that stand as landmarks in many cities. For …