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Becca Evans wearing her "Whimsical Floral" triathlon jersey design
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Bike accident leads to new career path for this sporty LDS mom
Becca Evans was struck with a one-two punch: she lost her dream job and then was involved in a terrible bike accident. After skidding across the pavement and road rashing half of her body, she didn’t understand God’s plan.
By Brooke Facer
Margaret Caldwell's notes are in the margins of her 1908 edition Book of Mormon
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‘More than just a story’: One Book of Mormon’s journey through time
In 1955, Margaret Adeline Caldwell died and was buried in the Salt Lake Valley, leaving behind a treasured possession: a Book of Mormon. In 2016, 61 years later, Rod Gardner found her 1908 version of the Book of Mormon for sale on Facebook.
By Brooke Facer
Most of Cotton's friends were from the Officer's Christian Fellowship group at the Coast Guard Academy- a group of devoted Christians from various denominations. Cotton was the only Mormon to regularly attend. This picture is of Cotton and her friends in
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Female cadet graduates from Coast Guard Academy after serving LDS mission
Three weeks ago in the seaport city of New London, Connecticut, the sun glinted off Becca Cotton’s white dress uniform as she walked across the stage to receive her Coast Guard commission from President Donald Trump.
By Brooke Facer
Madilyn Paige sings in her cover of "Titanium" by Sia.
Entertainment
UTubers: BYU competes in Mars rover challenge, Sia cover from former ‘The Voice’ contestant
Utah filmmakers took the lead in innovation this week, with new vibes on old songs, original video shots, clever tweaks in engineering, and creative song combos.
By Brooke Facer
Two gold coins from the pioneer settlers in Utah in the late 1840s will be part of the display.
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Smithsonian to feature early Mormon artifacts in new exhibit
Several artifacts from the Restoration period of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints will be displayed at the Smithsonian National Museum of American History, according to a video from Mormon Newsroom.
By Brooke Facer
LDS genealogy linking to the pioneers revealed the common denominator, allowing scientists to find the disease before it grew cancerous.
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The Atlantic says a Mormon pioneer family could be key in colon cancer research
Hundreds of Utah residents know they descended from Mormon pioneer ancestors Lyman and Aurelia Hinman. What they may not know is that this ancestry may mean they inherited the possibility of a dangerous gene mutation.
By Brooke Facer
The United States Constitution was made the law of the land on June 21, 1788.
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The Constitution ratified 229 years ago today; here are 8 quotes about the Constitution from LDS leaders and magazines
General authorities from the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints have often spoken about the constitution, seeking solace from its contents during times of turmoil and celebrating its creation during times of peace.
By Danielle Christensen and Brooke Facer
Hailey Devine posted a video honoring her husband on Father's Day.
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Mormon Mentions Special Edition: Father’s Day tributes from LDS social media accounts
Although we love our dads year-round, Father’s Day presents a perfect occasion to post about them on social media. Silly dads, inspiring dads and spiritual dads populated the LDS social media feed this week — here are some of our favorites.
By Danielle Christensen and Brooke Facer
Evie Clair will be on Tuesday's episode of "America's Got Talent."
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Mormon Mentions: LDS youth from Arizona to be on ‘America’s Got Talent,’ new song from James the Mormon
Whether it’s the Mormon Tabernacle Choir or “America’s Got Talent” stars, LDS artists are always taking their music to new heights.
By Brooke Facer and Danielle Christensen
Jason and Clarissa Osborn's gender reveal on "Random Acts" aired in June.
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Quadruplet babies featured on BYUtv’s ‘Random Acts’ born early, pass away
“Random Acts,” through BYUTV, threw a surprise gender reveal baby shower for Jason and Clarissa Osborn, who had recently discovered they were expecting quadruplets. On Sunday, the Osborn quadruplets came earlier than expected, and all four have now passed away.
By Brooke Facer
A race car in a video from LDS Living.
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Video: Race car driver gives up career to raise sons after scare during race
A frightening incident during a race caused his father to reconsider his auto racing career, Jonathan Cavender relates in a Father’s Day video from LDS Living.
By Brooke Facer
Bryce Jurgy attempts the leaf blower challenge while eating a bowl of cereal.
Entertainment
UTubers: ‘What’s Inside’ crushes a TV, Jurgys try leaf blower challenge with a bowl of cereal
Summer is in full swing for this week’s YouTubers. Working with Lemons posted a video inspired by the Broadway musical “Hamilton” among scenes of grassy fields and green mountains.
By Danielle Christensen and Brooke Facer
David Archuleta posted this photo to his Twitter
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Mormon Mentions: Elder Rasband’s powerful experience with ‘bride price,’ Jimmer Fredette, David Archuleta post photos of family
What do Komodo dragons, babies, soldiers, trash cans and nightmares have in common? In this week’s Mormon Mentions, these disparate things all add flair to LDS posts.
By Brooke Facer and Danielle Christensen
The Instagram photo stream for The Small Seed is shown.
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17 LDS accounts to uplift your Instagram feed
LDS-based Instagram accounts can provide some much-needed relief from the barrage of social media negativity. Follow these accounts for some inspiration, motivation and laughter in your Instagram feed.
By Brooke Facer
Maple Mountain High School Chamber Choir, from Spanish Fork, Utah, performs Holocaust tribute, “Even when He is Silent."
Entertainment
UTubers: Rob Landes plays violin with fidget spinner, new video from the Gardiner Sisters
The fact that these YouTubers all live in the same state does not mean they share the same video style, the videos this week show us. From funny skits to touching tributes, these UTubers have a style all their own.
By Brooke Facer
Stuart Edge tweeted this photo, announcing his role as John Brooke in a new version of "Little Women."
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Mormon Mentions: Stuart Edge cast in new ‘Little Women’ movie, Kourtney Kardashian snaps photo of LDS temple
Unexpected announcements and motivational messages arose from Mormon social media accounts this week. The LDS crowd has been busy, making movies, visiting temples and recording songs.
By Brooke Facer
Sue and Dallin Butterworth hold their son after he is delivered.
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‘The Savior covers this’: Woman’s newfound LDS faith provides perspective after losing son to trisomy 18
Sue Butterworth’s heart broke when she heard a nurse utter six words: “Your son is incompatible with life.”
By Brooke Facer
Elder Dale G. Renlund and his wife, Ruth Renlund, on their wedding day
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Mormon Mentions: President Uchtdorf compares Mormon pioneers to refugees, Elder Renlund shares a wedding photo
Members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints have been very active about authoring gospel-related posts on social media this week, along with other announcements.
By Brooke Facer
An old Morse transmitter
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‘What hath God Wrought?’ First Morse message sent on today’s date in 1844
On this day in 1844, Samuel F. B. Morse sent his assistant in Baltimore the first long-distance telegraph message from his location in Washington D.C. The text was simply “What hath God wrought?”
By Brooke Facer
Kari Jobe performs during the Outcry Tour 2015
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21 Christian songs you may not have heard: A Spotify playlist from the DeseretNews.com Faith team
If you think of Christian music as sappy pop songs with three chords, this Spotify list will surprise you. Christian music can be surprisingly diverse. Whether hip-hop, folk, fresh releases or older classics, Christian music has one thing in common.
By Brooke Facer
Police offices add to the flowers for the victims of Monday night pop concert explosion, in St Ann's Square, Manchester, Tuesday May 23, 2017. A 23-year-old man was arrested in connection with Monday's Manchester concert bomb attack. The Islamic State gr
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LDS Church Area President issues statement on Manchester bombings; other LDS members offer condolences
After the bombings at an Ariana Grande concert Monday night, leaders of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in the area have released statements offering their condolences to the families of the victims.
By Brooke Facer
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10 of the best tips for success from BYU commencement speakers of the past
After years of studying, writing essays and taking tests, students from Brigham Young University, BYU-Idaho, and BYU-Hawaii have gathered together before graduation to listen to commencement addresses.
By Danielle Christensen and Brooke Facer
Devin Supertramp films a water slide off a cliff in Utah
Entertainment
UTubers: New videos from the Piano Guys, Lindsey Stirling, Claire Crosby, Devin Supertramp
Some big names in the Utah YouTube scene have released much-anticipated videos this week. Fans have been anxiously waiting to see these stunts, some of which have been weeks in the making.
By Brooke Facer
Coach Scottie Montgomery surprises Tia Chapman with a full-ride scholarship for her son
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The Clean Cut: Football coach surprises a mom with full ride scholarship for her son
East Carolina University football coach Scottie Montgomery sets the scene as he heads into the elementary school where Tia Chapman works, in a video from ECU Athletics. Montgomery described his plans to surprise Chapman for Mother’s Day.
By Brooke Facer
Natalie Kjelstrom and family
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From infertility to Mother of the Year: One LDS mom’s journey of gratitude
As the California sun shines through the windows of her home, Natalie Kjelstrom folds the large piles of laundry that her family of seven generates. As she folds, however, she isn’t thinking about what a drag it is, or how much she hates doing laun
By Brooke Facer
An Anthem Lights member sings a "Southern Gospel Medley."
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The Clean Cut: Anthem Lights releases medley of Southern gospel favorites
In a recent music video, vocal group Anthem Lights twists “I’ll Fly Away,” “I Saw the Light” and “Swing Low, Sweet Chariot” to create an original Southern spiritual.
By Brooke Facer
Stephanie Hawkes shares her grief over the death of her daughter in an address at BYU Women's Conference
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‘Sorrow and peace, they can coexist’: A message from the mother of an angel at BYU Women’s Conference
At BYU Women’s Conference on Friday, Stephanie Hawkes, a graphic designer and granddaughter of “Berlin Candy Bomber” Gail Halvorsen, explained her journey of grief after the death of her baby.
By Brooke Facer
"Kid Brett" talks on the phone in a new video from Kid Snippets
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Mormon Mentions: New Kid Snippets video, President Uchtdorf responds to Facebook comment
LDS figures had a variety of news, encouragement and announcements to share on social media this week, from gender reveals to music videos.
By Brooke Facer
Statistics from a sex trafficking sting in Haiti by Operation Underground Railroad
Entertainment
Alex Boye sings national anthem in new O.U.R. rescue video
While Luke Bryan was singing the national anthem during the 2017 Super Bowl, an Operation Underground Railroad Jump Team was preparing to spring on a band of sex traffickers in Haiti.
By Brooke Facer
James Curran, known as James the Mormon, will perform at halftime of the Utah Jazz game on Friday
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James the Mormon to perform at halftime of Game 6 in the Jazz-Clippers series
James the Mormon announced on Twitter Wednesday that he will be performing at the halftime of the Utah Jazz game Friday.
By Brooke Facer
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