Take a four-minute breather from life to be reminded of the enormous temple promises given us by apostles and prophets at conference. We are seeing the mightiest works of the Lord as he prepares a covenant people in his temples ready to meet him.

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The following is excerpted from the Church Newsroom. To read the full article, CLICK HERE. 

The First Presidency has released the open house and dedication dates for the Mendoza Argentina and Pittsburgh Pennsylvania Temples. The groundbreaking ceremony for the Cleveland Ohio Temple is scheduled. The location is available for the Kananga Democratic Republic of the Congo Temple.

Mendoza Argentina Temple

A public open house for the Mendoza Argentina Temple will run from Thursday, August 22, through Saturday, September 7, 2024, excluding Sundays. Before the public open house, a media day will be held on Monday, August 19, 2024. Invited guests will tour the temple on Tuesday, August 20, and Wednesday, August 21, 2024.

Elder Gary E. Stevenson of the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles will dedicate the temple in two sessions on Sunday, September 22, 2024. The dedicatory sessions at 10 a.m. and 1:30 p.m. UTC will …

To read more from Daniel, visit his blog: Sic Et Non. 

Cover image: Joseph Smith (portrayed by Paul Wuthrich) working in his garden
(Still photo from the set of “Witnesses” by James Jordan). 

On several occasions over the past few years, in various venues — see here, for example — I’ve published a list of four books that I recommend as a kind of “basic  packet” or “starter kit” for people struggling with their testimonies, and I’ve explained that I think it important to preemptively strengthen faith as well as to defensively fend off attacks, criticisms, or doubts.

Let me explain a little bit of what I have in mind:

Suppose that, one day, you hear a shockingly negative report about someone.  What effect will the report have upon your opinion of that person?

Phrased in such a way, the question is essentially unanswerable.  Why?  Because it matters …

As you may remember, I typed the text of the Book of Mormon a few years ago. In that process, personalities and writing styles of the Book of Mormon writers spoke to me. Jarom is one of five one-chapter books in the Book of Mormon—Enos, Jarom, Omni, Words of Mormon are grouped together and 4 Nephi comes later.

The book of Enos is remembered for his night-long prayer in the forest and for asking “How is it done, Lord?” The book of Omni is remembered because the duty of recordkeeper changes hands five times: Omni to Amaron, to Chemish, to Abinadom, to Amaleki, to Mosiah and King Benjamin. Words of Mormon is remembered because Mormon inserts an explanation about the large and small plates. He wrote hundreds of years after the coming of Jesus Christ. He prayed: “I, Mormon, pray to God that they (the plates) may be preserved from …

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• Relearning touch outside of sex

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The following first appeared on Public Square Magazine.

The Associated Press (AP) one of the most influential news organizations in the United States published an article about the most recent general conference of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.

The result is a disaster of journalistic credibility. This article makes it clear the AP is unfit to publish authoritative news about the Church, at least until it makes significant changes in its processes.

Rod Dreher, the influential writer and editor, quipped in response to the AP’s most recent article, ”I thought this was a Babylon Bee headline.” That reaction has become a bit too common in responses to coverage of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in national media. But it’s usually aimed at publications with established editorial bents, like Rolling Stone Magazine. That the AP has joined its ranks is sad.

The AP article …

In the past week, I’ve received multiple apology texts from friends related to a variety of topics. Two apology texts stick out to me more than the others. One apology was clearly for social posturing. The person was sending it because they knew that they looked bad to others and didn’t want the stain of their misstep hanging over their reputation. The second apology text was offered without me even thinking that the person needed to apologize for anything. This apology wasn’t about saving face, it was about clearing conscience. Behind the second apology was a soft and humble heart.

The words, “I’m sorry,” are said to be some of the sweetest that a person can ever hear; second only to hearing your own name and hearing “I love you.” However, not every apology is created equal. What do apologies show, and, how can we bravely harness the power to …

The following is excerpted from the Church Newsroom. To read the full article, CLICK HERE. 

In the city of Pordenone, Italy, an inspiring collaboration has blossomed between the Muslim faithful and The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. During this year’s Ramadan, members of the Church in that city generously opened their premises to provide a space where Muslims can gather for morning and evening prayers and break their fast (a meal known as the iftar).

A tent in the garden of the Pordenone district chapel allowed participants to find shelter in case of bad weather during the morning prayer, which took place very early, when the chapel was still closed. The evening prayer was held in the chapel, while the building’s multipurpose room was used to consume the iftar after the evening prayer.

The cooperation to prepare and organize this initiative took place well before the holy …

To read more from Jacob, visit his blog: Publish Peace. 

A Japanese Zen master named Nan-in lived during the Meiji era (1868-1912). During his days as a teacher, he was visited by a university professor curious about what he was teaching. Being polite, Nan-in served the professor a cup of tea.

As he poured, the professor’s cup became full, but Nan-in kept on pouring. As the professor watched the cup overflow, he could no longer contain himself – exclaiming, “It is overfull. No more will go in!” Nan-in turned to the professor and said, “Like the cup, you are too full of your own opinions and speculations. How can I show you [more] unless you first empty your cup?”

That story hit me hard after hearing it years ago. I wonder how often we likewise can’t receive anything more (insight and inspiration we dearly need), because we’re so full-of-other-stuff?…

The following is excerpted from the Church News. To read the full article, CLICK HERE.

Emphasizing the importance of the garment of the holy priesthood, the First Presidency of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints has alerted general and local Church leaders worldwide of changes to the temple recommend interview questions and the statement on the wearing of the temple garment.

“The garment of the holy priesthood is a sacred symbol of Jesus Christ and is a reminder of our covenant relationship with Him and Heavenly Father,” wrote President Russell M. Nelson and his counselors, President Dallin H. Oaks and President Henry B. Eyring.

“As endowed members keep the covenants they have made, including the sacred privilege to wear the garment, they will have greater access to the Savior’s mercy, protection, strength, and power.”

With a subject title of “The Garment of the Holy Priesthood,” the …