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𐐢𐐰𐐻𐐲𐑉-𐐼𐐩 𐐝𐐩𐑌𐐻. ⩀ᒬᒧ⊓ ⊏🝕☐☐ᐱᒧ⪽⨃⟓. SAR and OFPA. God, family, and country. ✝️👨‍👩‍👦‍👦🇺🇸

Washington County, UT
Joined May 2014
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The talks from the April 2026 General Conference are available for reading. churchofjesuschrist.org/stud…
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In the house of the Lord, we are reminded that even in our darkest moments, the Savior is always reaching out to lead the way.
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Each year at the Panteón General de Oaxaca in Mexico, families gather to remember loved ones during Día de Muertos—the Day of the Dead.

I was grateful to visit this cemetery and witness for myself the meaningful traditions and beautiful celebration of family history that take place here.

During these special days, families visit the graves of their ancestors, carefully clean and decorate them, look at photographs, share memories, and tell stories that have strengthened their families for generations.

The restored gospel of Jesus Christ teaches a glorious truth: family relationships are meant to continue beyond our mortal lives.

Because of the atoning sacrifice and Resurrection of Jesus Christ, we continue to live beyond the veil as we unite with those we love.
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Just as a tree draws strength and nourishment from its roots, The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints is strengthened when its members are firmly grounded in principles that foster faith and discipleship.
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What happened when this Jew read the Book of Mormon?
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Scripture Chain Study Guide for October 26–November 1: “I Will Turn Their Mourning into Joy”
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Hey guys, I went back to being public. I am trying to get enough interaction to get monetized. With Kevin out of work, I have to use every opportunity I have. I'm going to be posting CFM content a lot. Please like, share, and answer for me. I need to get my interactions up.
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Elder Gérald Caussé (@Gerald_Causse) of the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles and his wife, Valérie, planted a tree on Monday, October 19, 2026, at the Nairobi Arboretum to celebrate the fourth anniversary of a remarkable initiative to plant billions of trees across Kenya. Over the past few years, the Church has supported the distribution of nearly 600,000 fruit tree seedlings, including mango, avocado and citrus trees. The Apostle is ministering in the Church's Africa Central Area.
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I laid three traps. Sure enough, he tripped one of them.
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There’s a place where people will learn your name, save you a seat and be glad to see you. It’s called church.
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As we advocate for the world's faith and ethical traditions to contribute to AI’s moral compass, I believe no values are more fundamental or important than faith and family.
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LISTEN: Utah leftists plan to kill conservative politicians AND THEIR CHILDREN. “Those f**kers gotta go.”
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Is the Trinity true?
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Read the full address here: newsroom.churchofjesuschrist…
The world’s great religious, philosophical, and ethical traditions have guided human civilization and society for millennia. We need that wisdom and those values to anchor AI today. Because many individuals now ask AI about faith, religion, and belief, it is in the common good that AI answer such questions accurately, honestly, and respectfully. As I spoke on AI for the common good at the G20 Interfaith Forum held in Salt Lake City yesterday, I suggested that we will not fulfill our responsibility until we understand that we, and not any technology, must shape our best future. My great hope is that AI with strong moral compass will contribute to the gift of possibility where anyone everywhere can become their best self and change the world for good.
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A Mis Queridos Amigos Hispanos: Hispanic youth in The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints have a critical role ahead of them in building the future of the Lord’s Church. I recently spoke with a congregation of predominantly Hispanic youth in the United States Central Area. The broadcast originated with 500 youth in Chicago, but was broadcast to over 2,000 youth across the entire area. My message included a direct invitation in both Spanish and English for these young people to prepare to serve missions and prepare to receive further education. During our time together, I asked two future missionaries to join me at the pulpit. I gave them each my contact card, invited both to email me directly once their mission papers were submitted, and promised that I would look for their names during my turn to assign missionaries in the future. I felt deeply impressed that the Lord knows His children individually, and that He wants all to fully participate in these foundational experiences in The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. I shared an apostolic invitation and promised blessings from serving missions and pursuing education. These invitations are for the youth across the entire Church, but it felt significant to emphasize them in these communities at this important time of the Church.
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As part of the 2026 G20 Interfaith Forum, global faith leaders gathered in Salt Lake City, Utah, to find solutions to the world’s most pressing needs. Among those participating were leaders of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. On Friday, October 16, participants put their principles into practice by making life-saving warming vests for those experiencing homelessness. Learn more on Church Newsroom. newsroom.churchofjesuschrist…
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Life isn’t a series of random coincidences. Long before your first breath, God already knew you—your personality, your strengths, and your challenges. You were prepared for this life from the beginning (Alma 13:3). You aren’t an afterthought. You were chosen. #TheBookOfMormon
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All that we do in the temple is tied directly to the Lord Jesus Christ. Here we can become more holy, more like the Savior.   As a new Apostle of the Lord in 2017, I was grateful to visit this wonderful country. Sister Rasband and I were overjoyed to return this weekend as I fulfilled an assignment from the First Presidency to dedicate the Managua Nicaragua Temple.   Attending the temple is a deeply personal experience. One by one we present ourselves at the entrance and are invited into the Lord’s house.   One by one we receive ordinances and make covenants. One by one we may feel lifted, reminded, and renewed in our spiritual journey, receiving greater hope, and strength from the Atonement of Jesus Christ.   Go often to the temple, let its light bless your whole life.   As an Apostle of Jesus Christ called to testify of Him and His name in all the world, I bear my solemn witness that He lives, and is directing the work of the ongoing Restoration.   Stay close to Him, and show your love by spending time in His hallowed house.
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One of the great blessings of dedicated temples is the promise of closer communion with Heavenly Father, the Savior, and those we love who are in the spirit world.    I am grateful and honored to have been asked by President Dallin H. Oaks to dedicate the beautiful and sacred Montpelier Idaho Temple.    Temples are evidence that God is a God of covenants and that His plan reaches beyond mortality into eternity. The temple provides purpose for our lives. It brings peace to our souls. It allows us to reach through the veil of death and across generations to allow the Lord to unite families in the joy of eternal life.    My prayer is that we may feel, in the house of God, Heavenly Father's love for His children and of His desire to bring us back into His presence.
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The simple act of planting a tree can carry spiritual significance.   Today in Kenya, Valérie and I had the wonderful opportunity to plant a tree at the Nairobi Arboretum, to celebrate the fourth anniversary of a remarkable initiative to plant billions of trees across Kenya.   This effort will help mitigate the effects of persistent drought, while providing nutritious food for local communities and strengthening self-reliance.   As part of this initiative, over the past few years, the Church has supported the distribution of nearly 600,000 fruit tree seedlings, including mango, avocado, and citrus trees.   As Latter-day Saints, our understanding of God’s plan helps us see the natural world not merely as a collection of resources to be used, but as a precious gift from God—one that deserves our gratitude, reverence, and care.   As children of God, we are not incidental to the Creation; we are central to its purpose. Caring for the Earth and caring for God’s children are inseparable responsibilities. We cannot truly care for one without caring for the other.   As we strive to be faithful stewards of God’s creations, we honor the Creator Himself and affirm the divine worth of each of His children.
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