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No Empty Seats

I went to church today for the first time since our church leaders told us church in our meetinghouses would be canceled until further notice.

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A Nation Forever Changed

Nineteen years ago, our nation was forever changed. Great clouds of black smoke rose up against the bright blue sky. Screams of panic, agony, and

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Tangled Family Tree

Family history research opens doors to understanding. It bridges generation gaps. It answers questions. No wonder so many people dive into their gene pools to

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The Good Old Days

Grandparents Day is Sunday, September 13. Traditionally, grandchildren send cards, make homemade gifts, or call to speak with Grandpa or Grandma, Papa or Nana. However,

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Share Your Stories

“The Mormon Trail, from Winter Quarters, Nebraska, to the Great Salt Lake Valley, is more than a thousand miles long. It’s hard to imagine walking

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Peace, Be Still

In my sixty-two years of life, I have experienced many physical, mental, and spiritual tempests. I have witnessed tempests played out in the streets, at

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Becoming Our Best Selves

Sometimes I wonder about humanity. With wars, shootings, social media that is anything but social, and more selfies than one could possibly ever get through,

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Warriors not Victims

Thinking a lot this morning about our nation’s high school seniors and young people all over the world being sent home early from missions, activities,

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