How do faith demands become blessings? Devotion fosters stronger bonds with God, family, and community, transforming sacrifices into profound rewards.
How faith and high standards at BYU shape lives; Sandra found it to be transformative as a student. Now she conveys her love as faculty in her classrooms and in her kitchen.
Holiday giving can create a global impact. How Giving Machines inspire lasting generosity with Christlike compassion.
What sacrifices do modern teens make for faith? They reject societal norms, embrace devotion, and shift priorities.
How did General Conference address modern faith struggles? By emphasizing obedience, selflessness, and Christ’s love.
Are church leaders power-driven? The leadership model focuses on sacrifice over personal ambition.
How do the Church of Jesus Christ Women-led initiatives, partnerships, and comprehensive care drive their mission?
Latter-day Saints can help create a safe haven for refugees. Their extensive support system can help create successful integrations.
In academia, servant leaders impact student lives through ethical guidance, respect, and adaptability.
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints has released its 2022 annual report on caring for those in need. It reports more than $1 billion in expenditures, 6.3 million hours of donated service and 3,692 projects in 190 countries and territories. The First Presidency said regarding the report: “As His followers, we seek to love God and our neighbors throughout the world,” the First Presidency said. “The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints is eager to bless others and to help those in need. We are blessed to have the ability, resources, and trusted global connections to carry out this sacred responsibility, which we consider a joyful privilege.”
Even with so much suffering around us, I rejoice to have witnessed much suffering tangibly relieved by real-life, creative ministries to the poor. What more is still possible?
I wanted to highlight some wonderful local news stories. In Seguin, Texas, the local ward has worked to donate more than 40,000 lbs of food to the Christian Cupboard food pantry. Much of the food had been produced by members themselves at local church farms and factories. Meanwhile, in Barranquilla, Colombia, the youth in the branch partnered with a local foundation for underprivileged youth to distribute breakfast, play sports, and give gifts to them. (The article is in Spanish.) While most service from Latter-day Saints goes unreported, it is always nice to be reminded of the great service those of our faith are inspired to do. Perhaps even their projects may inspire some of your own.
