This book offers a glimpse at the life of Wallace F. Toronto with emphasis on the World War II era. Saints in Czechoslovakia had the same amount of time to prepare themselves for resistance to the Communist and Nazi regimes as those in other countries, yet they fared much better, mostly because of Toronto. As seen in this narrative, Toronto experienced missionary work in the most diverse of circumstances, yet he established a foothold so firm that Czechs, as stubborn believers, endured war...

Amid the legacies of remarkable figures and renowned Church leaders, it’s easy to wonder whether humble, everyday acts of faith really make a difference. But for every Latter-day Saint who serves in the spotlight, there are countless others whose quiet contributions shape the course of God’s work.This powerful collection of stories celebrates faithful disciples who, though they may be considered ordinary, have contributed to the building up of the kingdom in extraordinary ways. Fro...

Walk in the footsteps of the first Latter-day Saints with this spiritual guide to Church historical sites.This immersive guide draws from first-hand accounts and the expertise of leading Church historians to guide you through the rich history of significant locations of the Restoration. For these sacred sites, authors Casey Griffiths and Mary Jane Woodger provide the background knowledge behind each site, the importance each property has in Church history, and a short devotional th...

Many of the earliest books, particularly those dating back to the 1900s and before, are now extremely scarce and increasingly expensive. We are republishing these classic works in affordable, high quality, modern editions, using the original text and artwork.

Many times, the Lord's involvement with His children takes the form of significant dreams and visions.In Dreams as Revelation, BYU Church history professors Mary Jane Woodger, Ken Alford, and Craig Manscill share prophetic guidance and other counsel to help readers recognize when a dream is revelatory in nature.With a foreword by Robert L. Millet, this book includes chapters about scriptural dreams, dreams in Joseph Smith's family, as well as original accounts of c...

The Prophet Joseph Smith and the Church have always had their detractors, from within as well as without. Some are quick to express disagreement with doctrine or policy, and some seem to delight in finding fault."In our own generation many in the news media who are drawn mindlessly to controversy have given [Mormon dissidents] new status and power, christening them 'Mormon intellectuals' and presenting them to the world as the thinking Mormons who know the inside story about the Ch...

Did you know...Brigham Young made significant changes to the structure of the Church, most of which are still in place today?Communist leaders of East Germany invited the Church to build a temple in their country.Serious consideration was given to building a temple ship that would visit seaports to make ordinances more readily available to Saints around the world?These facts are just a few of those you'll fine in What You Don't Know abou...

This volume is an anthology of essays written by Book of Mormon scholars and educators that encourages readers to take a fresh look at Book of Mormon teachings, stories, and people. It contains a wealth of knowledge, insights, and concepts that will enrich one's understanding and appreciation of the ancient record. An appendix of quotations by leaders of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints highlights numerous specific blessings and promises associated with reading and studying ...

By: Mary Jane Woodger The future of freedom depends on what we do with the heritage we have received. As the United States celebrates the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence,Prophetic Counsel for America offers a timely invitation to reflect, remember, and recommit. This powerful daily devotional brings together inspired messages from prophets and apostles of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints—voices that have testified of America’s divine origins and warned o...

By: Mark Ogletree On April 19, 2019, President Russell M. Nelson announced that the Salt Lake Temple would close for major renovation. In the October 2021 General Conference, President Nelson urged members of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints to strengthen their own “personal spiritual foundations.” Celebrating the Newly Renovated Salt Lake Templeenhances readers‚ understanding of the influence that this temple has had on so many lives over the past 130 years. This compilatio...

David Oman McKay served almost sixty-four years in the capacity of General Authority, and his teachings had a profound influence on the Church in the twentieth century. His wisdom can help readers understand how to communicate with our Father in Heaven, cleanse the inner vessel, teach and educate future families, and become more Christlike. 'My desire in compiling this volume,' writes Dr. Mary Jane Woodger, 'is to reintroduce the prophetic declarations, beautiful language, and wisdom of Da...

Walk in the footsteps of the first Latter-day Saints with this spiritual guide to Church historical sites. This immersive guide draws from first-hand accounts and the expertise of leading Church historians to guide you through the rich history of significant locations of the Restoration. For these sacred sites, authors Casey Griffiths, Mary Jane Woodger, and Bryan Ready provide the background knowledge behind each site, the importance each property has in Church history, and a short devoti...