By Nettie H. Francis
The funds are low, and the debts are high, and you want to smile but you have to sigh.” (Anonymous) The world is in a crunch, a financial crisis that has now become an emotional and physical challenge for many families.

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By John M. Tippets
Hearts of Courage is a true story of Alaska Aviation, perseverance, faith and prayers answered.

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By Alison Palmer
Scripture:“Successful . . . families are established and maintained on principles of faith, prayer, repentance, [and] forgiveness” (“Proclamation,” paragraph 7)

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by Alonzo L. Gaskill

While it is commonly the case that many outside of Mormonism have strange ideas about who we are, and what exactly we believe and do – particularly in our temples – nevertheless, Latter-day Saints occasionally also have misconceptions about the beliefs and practices of other faiths. A prime example of this would be how some lay Mormons view the Roman Catholic practice of petitioning saints. While some in the LDS and Protestant communities see this practice as heretical, context is important for understanding what these acts of piety mean, and what the Catholic Church officially teaches on this matter.

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By Jeffrey R. Holland

In the April 2006 General Conference of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, Elder Jeffrey R. Holland dedicated a talk to anyone who felt their life was broken beyond repair. Now, his counsel is featured in a new book that makes it clear why he has earned a reputation as one of the church’s great communicators. Broken Things to Mend (Deseret Book, $24.95, Hardcover) publishes in one book some of the most powerful words ever taught by Elder Holland. He shares the “good news of the gospel” and teaches that knowing who God and Christ are is the source of healing.

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