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Emily Linder

Emily is the managing editor for LDS Living. She graduated from Utah State University with a degree in English and interned for the Liahona magazine. Hiking trails, dance studios, and behind the cover of a good book are some of her favorite places to be.

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Follow the Prophets
What President Nelson says is ‘the secret to a life of joy’
Emily Linder
By  Emily Linder
November 21, 2024 02:00 PM MST
Pondering President Nelson’s statement has helped me come to two important realizations.
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Help for Life Challenges
5 practical helps for when your child steps away from church (from a parent who’s been there)
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By  Emily Linder
November 19, 2024 02:26 PM MST
Move forward confidently in your daily life and interactions with your loved one—and live with more peace and hope.
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Stories of Faith
This 92-year-old woman has indexed 1 million names
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By  Emily Linder
November 19, 2024 01:09 PM MST
“I didn’t do it for recognition. I just enjoy doing it. I live alone, and it gives me something worthwhile to do,” she says.
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Stories of Faith
The touching reason one father paints his children’s ‘stuffies’ each year
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By  Emily Linder
November 11, 2024 02:38 PM MST
As a Christmas gifts for his children, Latter-day Saint artist David Dibble paints portraits of their favorite stuffed animals.
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From the Church
Watch the Church’s celebration of Latin American culture on Nov. 9
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By  Emily Linder
November 07, 2024 12:23 PM MST
This weekend will be the 22nd “Luz de las Naciones,” a celebration of Latin American culture hosted by the Church.
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Help for Life Challenges
2 doctrines to hold on to when your child steps away from the Church
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By  Emily Linder
November 06, 2024 04:06 PM MST
Even when a loved one steps away, true peace is possible. Studying these two points of doctrine is a helpful starting place.
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Stories of Faith
4 beautiful miracles after a mother’s 30-foot fall while rock climbing
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By  Emily Linder
November 05, 2024 04:01 PM MST
When Whitney hit the ground, she immediately felt stupid for making a mistake with the ropes. But then the Lord sent a different message to her heart.
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Stories of Faith
The must-read line from ‘The Chosen’ creator’s incredible BYU devotional
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By  Emily Linder
October 30, 2024 11:48 AM MDT
Dallas Jenkins received a standing ovation—and for good reason.
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Latter-day Saint Life
6 gorgeous and inspiring phone wallpapers
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By  Emily Linder
October 15, 2024 04:21 PM MDT
Download these beautiful and inspiring phone wallpapers, and send one to a friend!
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From the Church
Temple dedication events are being simplified
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By  Emily Linder
October 10, 2024 03:47 PM MDT
The First Presidency has shared that beginning with the Deseret Peak Utah Temple, temple dedication events will be simplified.
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Stories of Faith
‘It was exhilarating’: YouTuber’s emotional reaction to Tabernacle Choir goes viral
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By  Emily Linder
October 08, 2024 03:29 PM MDT
This UK YouTuber's reaction will make your day.
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Temple Worship
The initiatory ordinance is beautifully relevant to daily life—here’s how
Emily Linder
By  Emily Linder
October 07, 2024 01:23 PM MDT
The washing and anointing of the initiatory ordinance are symbolic of healing.
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Latter-day Saint Life
An unforgettable moment from the children’s choir everyone is talking about
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By  Emily Linder
October 05, 2024 07:28 PM MDT
One of the most touching moments of general conference on Saturday was during the children’s choir performance of “Gethsemane.”
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Latter-day Saint Life
Our general conference journal can help you get more from the talks—here’s how
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By  Emily Linder
October 03, 2024 10:00 AM MDT
The wide-margin journal with all the talks will ship out just weeks after conference ends.
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Latter-day Saint Life
Pres. Nelson encouraged us to study this scripture chapter. Here’s a simple guide
Emily Linder
By  Emily Linder
September 26, 2024 02:08 PM MDT
Last conference, our prophet encouraged us to study a special chapter. We’ve created a guide to help you do just that before conference next week!
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Follow the Prophets
Elder Cook’s 3-step advice for raising families in a difficult world
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By  Emily Linder
September 19, 2024 02:01 PM MDT
“If you follow those three things, you can be safe. You can raise your family.”
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Latter-day Saint Life
Find your answer to these 2 questions for a more fulfilling, Christlike life
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By  Emily Linder
September 18, 2024 02:21 PM MDT
Many people today focus on “finding yourself.” But Jesus taught the opposite.
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Help for Life Challenges
A better way to explain ‘having a testimony’ that gives teens a solid foundation
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By  Emily Linder
September 13, 2024 04:57 PM MDT
We can prepare our youth for a life of faith by framing a testimony not as an object to be obtained but as a phoenix—reborn again and again.
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Latter-day Saint Life
Ponder this compelling question next time you want revelation
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By  Emily Linder
September 12, 2024 03:00 PM MDT
This is also the most compelling question I’ve been asked at church lately.
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Amazing Grace now in LDS hymnbook
Latter-day Saint Life
‘Amazing Grace’ is now in the hymnbook. See the Book of Mormon verses listed with it
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By  Emily Linder
September 12, 2024 12:18 PM MDT
In new sheet music provided by the Church, two scriptures are listed at the top—and an inspiring scriptural insight is provided at the bottom.
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Stories of Faith
Watch: Adorable 11-year-old plays the organ for his ward
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By  Emily Linder
August 27, 2024 04:03 PM MDT
Kobin's summer was off to a boring start as he recovered from brain surgery. But music, and the help of a generous neighbor, turned it all around.
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Follow the Prophets
Pres. Holland’s powerful reminder of why we wear the temple garment
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By  Emily Linder
August 21, 2024 01:41 PM MDT
President Holland also listed resources for Church members who might have questions about the garment.
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Latter-day Saint Life
What youth need to hear most about the world today
Emily Linder
By  Emily Linder
August 19, 2024 03:49 PM MDT
The world is full of beautiful opportunities to share light and love—and we can help youth remember that.
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Latter-day Saint Life
1 thing we forget when teaching our children about feeling the Spirit
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By  Emily Linder
August 13, 2024 04:06 PM MDT
When we teach children about the Holy Ghost, do we sometimes skip this simple, but important step?
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