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The new general Relief Society presidency makes debut
Women’s Conference reached the lunch-hour crowd Thursday with a discussion about “The Vital Role of Women in the Gospel” in the Marriott Center. In one of their first presentations as the new LDS Relief Society general presidency, Linda K. Burton, Carole Stephens and Linda S. Reeves, spoke to...
Women's Conference begins, new RS presidency debuts
Mormon Life says: The new general Relief Society presidency has made their debut!
In her first time speaking after being sustained as general Relief Society president for The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, Sister Linda K. Burton welcomed guests to the annual Women's...
Fighting the Battle Against Pornography
Mormon Life says: Pull the rug out from under pornography. Brush up on why we need to worry, who pornography is affecting, how to prevent it, how to get help, and why—amidst this daunting plague—there is still overwhelming hope.
Pornography is an issue that’s been swept under the rug for years. But it’s 2012, and we’re running out of rugs. In a world where pornography is not only accepted but applauded, our brooms need to...
Young Women Lesson 16: Women and Priesthood Bearers
Mormon Life says: "If you live up to your privileges, the angels cannot be restrained from being your associates." -Joseph Smith
Discussion Questions• What can you do to help your young men friends honor their priesthood, defend and preserve their virtue, and be ready for their future responsibilities?• What can you do to...
BYU's Women's Conference April 26-27
Elder Neil L. Andersen, of the Quorum of the Twelve, and his wife, Sister Kathy Andersen, will speak Friday, April 27, at Brigham Young University's Women's Conference, along with Sandra Rogers, BYU International vice president and chair of the BYU Women's Conference committee. On Thursday, April...
Advice I'd Give My 21-Year-Old Self
Mormon Life says: We all know that when we’re older, hindsight is 20/20. What things do you wish you had known when you were younger? Enjoy these gems of hard-won wisdom from some of our readers.
Only care about what the Lord thinks and not other people. Everything else just seems to fall into place when that is my focus.—Anne; ArizonaVolunteer. Someone could use your help and you’ll get a...
{A&E} Romance Novels: Another Form of Porn?
Mormon Life says: As a librarian, I have the unique opportunity to help people find books to entertain and inspire. But one too many times I have seen women get caught up in the world of romance novels and lose sight of what is virtuous and lovely.
“…If there is anything virtuous, lovely, or of good report or praiseworthy we seek after these things.” The whole 13th Article of Faith is, in my opinion, a great motto for how to live a happy...
The Juggling Act: Balancing Womanhood and Motherhood
Mormon Life says: Being a mom doesn’t mean being a personal slave to your children. These tips will both reduce your stress and teach your children responsibility.
You can balance the roles of woman, wife, and mother by actively and daily choosing who will do what and what won’t get done. Try a few of these suggestions to decrease the stress in your life while...
{LDSL Blog} My Interview with Sister Julie B. Beck
Mormon Life says: I recently had the privilege to sit down with Sister Julie B. Beck, general president of the Relief Society, for the spring issue of LDS Living (click here to read the article). I knew the interview would be great, but it was much more—it was one of the most powerful conversations of my life.
Sister Beck has a love and compassion for the Relief Society sisters that I can only describe as palpable. From the moment I met her, she was warm and welcoming, and it was immediately clear how...
LDS Living Interview with General Relief Society President Julie B. Beck
Mormon Life says: Sister Julie B. Beck serves in a calling that few others can fully comprehend. In a recent interview, she shared what it’s like to work with Church leadership, what she wishes women in the Church better understood, and her inspiring testimony of faith.
Sister Julie B. Beck was serving as first counselor in the Young Women general presidency when she was called as general president of the Relief Society in the spring of 2007, succeeding Sister...
He's Amazing and Still Single . . . and What She Can Do about It
Mormon Life says: Almost everyone knows an amazing woman who has so much to offer, yet the good man she is dating can’t seem to commit. Despite all the right signs, they not only don't get married, they break up. But a woman can do many things to help avoid this.
Last month’s article, "He’s Amazing and Still Single! Why?", described a group of highly eligible, attractive, and socially skilled men who, in spite of the fact that they date great women,...
FHE: Valuing Women
Mormon Life says: "Heavenly Father’s royal daughters . . . are virtuous and elect. It is my prayer that you will . . . teach them to follow in the Savior’s every footstep." -Elaine S. Dalton
Conference Talk:For more information on this topic read “Love Her Mother,” by Elaine S. Dalton, Ensign, Nov. 2011, 77.Thought:Heavenly Father’s royal daughters . . . are virtuous and elect. It is my...
{Single Saints} Is Success the Kiss of Death for a Single Woman?
Mormon Life says: I've been confronted with some surprising reactions from others to my professional success, and it has me wondering if the career I didn't choose overshadows the life I would choose in a heartbeat.
I have a good job and recently got a promotion at work. Shortly after the promotion was public I ran into an old friend--a guy who I was in a singles ward with several years ago. He is...
Month long lecture series dedicated to history of LDS women
The early Saints laid the foundation for how the LDS Church runs today. While many male Church figures are highlighted for their work, prominent women who contributed to the advancement of the Church are sometimes overlooked. For the month of March, Women’s Studies will celebrate Women’s...
Blogging Women's History Month
March marks Women's History Month. And I’m happy to report that blogger Erin has once again revived her “LDS Women’s History” blog to share about some incredible Mormon women each week. This year’s theme is “Fight” with women being spotlighted who showed “courage to fight for their convictions....
