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Healing from Depression through Jesus Christ
How do we heal from depression? Where can we turn when it ravages our days?

By Seth Adam Smith

Why We Forgive
Stunning and moving analysis on why we must forgive. Don’t miss it.

By Terry Warner

Charity: An Example of the Believers
A group of young women reach out in charity and kindness to a disabled student, fulfilling her dream of becoming a cheerleader.

The Nauvoo Willow Tree—Reflections of Emma Smith
Kimberly Smith, a direct descendent of Joseph and Emma Smith, has created a song about Emma’s willow tree behind the Nauvoo Mansion House.

Love One Another
See examples of love and kindness one to another, set to the music of a beautiful hymn.

Lamb of God – A Sacred Work by Composer Rob Gardner
A short video preview of the new sacred work "Lamb of God" for choir, orchestra and soloists by composer Rob Gardner.

New Mormon Message: Have I Done Any Good?
President Monson asks, “How often have you intended to be the one to help? And yet how often has day-to-day living interfered and you’ve left it for others….?”

Earth from Outer Space
In this striking series of photos from space, watch night come on, and see the lights on planet earth as its sits in its place in the universe.

First Presidency’s Haiti Appeal in Timeless Photos
Joseph Olson created a video that brings the appeal of the First Presidency for Haiti relief to life through vivid images.
By Joseph Olson

Peace is Coming—Artist Jon McNaughton
Today as the world is torn by wars and chaos, there has never been a painting more timely than the new masterpiece from artist Jon McNaughton. Set against the darkened skies of a smoky battlefield, Christ walks through all the different soldiers of time.
By Seth Adam Smith

Prayer
President Monson introduces us to a humble woman who saw miracles as she learned to pray.

A Military Miracle for Orphans in HaitiKa
Following a coup d'tat in 1994, the country of Haiti was torn by civil unrest and chaos. This video is the miraculous untold story of one Navy officer's desire to help.

LDS Missionaries in Russia Bear Testimonies in Chalk Art
Missionaries in Russia know what it means to pull out all your talents for the work. In this case, their chalk art was a show-stopper.
By Seth Adam Smith

The Infinite Power of Hope
President Dieter F. Uchtdorf shares how hope encourages and inspires us to place our trust in the loving care of our Heavenly Father and His Son, Jesus Christ.

Senator Orrin Hatch’s Hanukkah Song and Tonight Show’s Answer
When Senator Hatch wrote a song for Hanukkah, the Tonight Show did a spoof on their ignorance of Latter-day Saints.

Brian Stokes Mitchell sings Through Heavens’ Eyes
For a moment of good will, watch Broadway’s leading man sing this joyous song with the Tabernacle Choir.

Brian Stokes Mitchell sings Through Heavens’ Eyes
For a moment of good will, watch Broadway’s leading man sing this joyous song with the Tabernacle Choir.

The Christmas Spirit
A young girl with true Christmas spirit quietly teaches her preoccupied family the true meaning of Christmas and President Thomas S. Monson shares his testimony.


Ed Herrman with the Mormon Tabernacle Choir Longfellow's Christmas

Enjoy the timeless story behind Henry Wadsworth Longfellow’s poem “I Heard the Bells on Christmas Day.”


Elder Neal A. Maxwell on our Divine Redeemer

It is so moving to hear this segment from Elder Maxwell’s first address as a new apostle, we had to share it. Make your day by watching and listening.

Funny Moments with President Monson
Here are some clips of our prophet just to enjoy.

David Archuleta Sings Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas
When David Archuleta sang a song from his new Christmas album, Christmas from the Heart last week in Salt Lake, his mother, Lupe, joined in.

Only a Stonecutter
An inspiring video for a holiday week about a stonecutter who walked 22 miles each way every day to work on the Salt Lake Temple.

Elder Neal A. Maxwell on Living in a Time of Ironies
The late Elder Maxwell said we live in a time of irreligious imperialism where religion is supposed to step deferentially to the back of the bus.

President Dieter F. Uchtdorf: Create
President Dieter F. Uchtdorf invites us to rely on the Spirit and use our divinely inherited ability to create things of substance and beauty.

One Nation Under God
After years of research, artist Jon McNaughton has created a painting that depicts Jesus Christ at the center of a gathering of many of America’s pivotal historial figures. See the video.

By Seth Adam Smith

Piano Stairs and the Fun Theory
Can we get more people to choose the stairs by making it fun to do? Here’s a two-minute smile and links to others.

Lifting Burdens: The Atonement of Jesus Christ
In this moving video clip, the apostles and prophet tell how the Savior can lift those things that weigh us down.

Religious Freedom is being Threatened
Hear excerpts from Elder Dallin H. Oaks recent talk on religious freedom in this video clip.

An Apostle’s Testimony of the Book of Mormon
In this 5-minute video, the essence of Elder Holland’s talk is given with beautiful photos and illustration.

The Star Spangled Banner Like You’ve Never Heard It
Some things deserve a “Wow,” and this performance by two six-year-olds, two seven-year-olds and an eight-year-old at a Texas Tech University Basketball game some months ago is one of those.

Choose This Day
Through God’s help we can overcome either complacency or discouragement before the many choices facing us each day.

By President Henry B. Eyring

Autistic Boy Becomes Basketball Hero
What one autistic boy had hidden inside of him wowed his friends and the national news.

Cheerleader in a Wheelchair
Brittany Crockett’s Story
Brittany Crockett, stricken with MS, had always dreamed of being a cheerleader, a dream that seemed futile from her lifelong spot in a wheelchair—until two members of the cheer squad had a heart to see. Her story makes a touching video. Don’t miss this one.

MormonsMadeSimple
If you haven’t seen MormonsMadeSimple you should check it out. It’s a web site with short, cute videos which describe Mormon topics in simple terms.
by Joel Dehlin

You’re Never Alone
General Young Women’s President Elaine Dalton tells about a grueling moment in a marathon when prayer got her through.

Gracie’s Theme by Paul Cardall
Paul Cardall said, "I was born in 1973 with a severe congenital heart defect. Over the years I have been deeply affected by other sick children. One particular child was Gracie, a baby, who passed after a failed heart transplant.”

The Christ Sculptures of Angela Johnson
Angela Johnson has created a series of detailed and inspiring sculptures of Jesus Christ which are shown in breathtaking detail in this new video.

Do You Know What Textbooks Your Children Are Really Reading?
FOX News Reporting investigated the $10 billion dollar-a-year textbook industry and how the drive to be politically correct might be taking over.
From Tucker Carlson, Fox News

9/11 Survivor Finds Hope
After the 9/11 tragedy, his life changed forever in ways he didn’t foresee.

The Book of Mormon Made Simple
If you have friends who want to know about the Book of Mormon, this video, produced by mormonsmade simple.com, gives a synopsis that anyone can understand.

The Women in our Lives
President Hinckley pays a tribute to the women in our lives.
By President Gordon B. Hinckley

Why Critics Get it Wrong: DNA and the Book of Mormon
Scholars tell why critics uneducated in the studies of DNA so often reach the wrong conclusions about what they can tell us about the origins of the native Americans.

Disneyland Magic Marriage Proposal
The magic behind this marriage proposal involved music, dance and a whole lot of confidence on the part of the lovestruck young man.

The Video That Won First Place at Cannes
Take a minute to see this moving video about a child’s gift.

Counsel to Youth from Elder Boyd K. Packer
In this video clip, Elder Boyd K. Packer counsels the youth with everything you’d want them to hear.

Prepare for the Second Coming of Christ
LDS prophets tell us that we are a generation especially reserved for this time.

Pioneers: Followers of Jesus Christ
A pioneer is one who goes before, who shows others the way. The days of the pioneers are not passed.
By Elder Dallin H. Oaks

The Winter Quarters Temple and Mormon Cemetery
This video is dedicated to the 6,000 pioneers who lost their lives on the trail west between 1847 and 1869.

God’s Words Never Cease
Elder Jeffrey R. Holland bears testimony of the divine, loving attention of our Heavenly Father in his continuing revelations to us.

Lighthouses and Waves during Very Stormy Weather
A series of incredible video sequences remind us: Brightly beams our Father’s mercy, from His lighthouse evermore—but to us he gives the keeping of the lights along the shore. Don’t miss this.

Marriage and Divorce
In this video clip, prepared by the Church, Elder Dallin H. Oaks teaches how we can heal from the pain of a difficult or broken marriage.

The Freedom To…
People from all over the world reflect on what freedom means to them.

Sunday Will Come
Know that no matter how dark our Friday, Sunday will come.  See this tender and moving testimony of the Resurrection from a humble apostle.

A Father Indeed
If you have not yet seen this not-to-be-missed video from the Church on the importance of fathers, here is your chance.

The Mormon Tabernacle Choir Sings “O My Father”
Enjoy listening to this all-time-favorite hymn on this Father’s Day weekend.

Let Us Be Men
A true man makes sacrifices in order to honor his commitments.

Trust in the Lord
In this video clip a young mother who had to wait seven years for another baby tells how she came to trust in the Lord.

O Remember, Remember
President Henry B. Eyring asks, “Did God send a message that was just for me?  Did I see his hand in my life?”

My Song in the Night
New music video from the Mormon Tabernacle Choir and Orchestra at Temple Square featuring My Song in the Night.

Hope Ya Know, We Had a Hard Time
This life is not always easy, nor was it meant to be; it is a time of testing and proving. At times when we may feel to say, Hope you know, I had a hard time, we can be assured that Jesus Christ is there and we are safe in His loving arms.
By Quentin L. Cook

Small and Simple
Have you ever felt like you were just too small and simple to make a difference?  Watch this video to see the other small and simple people you would fit in with.

President Monson, Master Storyteller
President Monson shares his great sense of humor--and a hidden talent--in recounting this experience about interacting with a young boy seated in the front row of stake conference.

Elder Uchtdorf: Create
This moving segment by Elder Uchtdorf encourages us to change the world through our creativity and our understanding of our relationship with our Heavenly Father.

"Happy Mother's Day, Mom" Video
To celebrate Mother's Day this Sunday, the Church has created a special video, “ Happy Mother's Day, Mom ! ”

Little Children
Capture the essence of joy in a child's face in this latest video offering from the Church.

The American Revolutionary War—“We Must Remember Them”
Don't miss this one.  Our ancestors suffered immensely to bring us the freedoms we enjoy today.
By David McCullough

Hilary Weeks Laundry Parody
Even singers have mountains of laundry.

Elder Richard G. Scott on “How Can I Find Happiness?”
With today's stormy weather and the world engulfed in a flood of immorality, Elder Richard G. Scott assures us that happiness can be found.

A Missionary Mom's Surprise
A Mom's joy turns to screaming ecstasy as one son's anticipated return from a mission is joined by his twin brother who was not expected for another week.  This surprise was arranged by their father as a Mother's Day gift.

Sound of Music Dancers
Thanks to Deseret Book for directing us to this video clip that is guaranteed to cheer up your day as visitors to the Antwerp Station “spontaeously” join in a dance.

The Temple Light
Temples remind us that Jesus Christ is all we declare him to be—the life and light of the world.

Elder Jeffrey R. Holland on None were with Him
See a segment of Elder Holland's talk with video that dramatizes the last hours of Christ's life.

An Apostle's Easter Thoughts on Christ
One of the great consolations of this Easter season is that because Jesus walked such a long, lonely path utterly alone, we do not have to do so.

The Temple and Baptism for the Dead
Emeritus Dean of the Harvard Divinity School, Krister Stendahl joins Truman Madsen to talk about the ancient nature of baptisms for the dead.

The Temple and Eternal Family
Take five minutes to feel good as Elder Jeffrey R. Holland and Elder Boyd K. Packer talk about eternal families.

Mormon Temple Ceremony and Temple Worship
Elder Jeffrey R. Holland, Elder Boyd K. Packer, Truman Madsen, and other notable scholars speak of the ancient nature of temples.

Between Heaven and Earth
Mormon Temple Rituals and Ancient Temples

Scholars from outside and inside the Church talk about the significant ties between the Hebrew temple in the wilderness and the modern temples of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.

Why Mormons Build Temples
Throughout history the Lord has commanded his children to build temples.  Here is a video look at what they mean.

Joseph Smith, the Prophet—A Man for all Seasons
Joseph boldly bore his testimony, knowing that "the ends of the earth shall inquire after thy name, and fools shall have thee in derision, and hell shall rage against thee;

Elder Gary J. Coleman—Are We Christians?
Elder Coleman grew up wanting to join the ministry of another church, until the gospel came into his life.

Elder Bednar: Getting Your Prayers Answered
Add a boost to your prayers with the message in this beautiful video.

New Mormonad from the New Era
What happens when you gossip is animated in this new video.

Homefront Television Spot from Church
Why a little attention to a child goes a long way.

Profile of a Prophet: God Speaks to Man Today
A Canadian attorney who later becomes an Apostle of Jesus Christ explains to an English politician why God speaks to man today.

Elder Jeffrey R.  Holland—How Do I Love Thee?
“How should I love thee?”  As He does, Elder Holland says in this beautiful video.

President Gordon B.  Hinckley— Lessons I Learned as a Boy
This dramatized video clip of a story told by President Hinckley is very moving.

New Homefront Spots
Check out these new Homefront Spots from the Church.

Adoption and Abortion
A young woman talks about how she chose to give her newborn up for adoption and that it was because she loved her baby.

Be Prepared for Tribulations to Come
This video clip captures some of the words of the prophets concerning the trials to come, but also tells us how to endure them well.

New Era Online Page Makes Mormonads into Videos
Now some of  those catchy Mormon ads have been animated and made into videos on YouTube.

How Joseph Smith “Wrote” the Book of Mormon
In this video, it is made clear how absurdly impossible it would have been for Joseph to write the Book of Mormon.

Forgiveness—The Greatest Gift
Take six minutes to watch this moving excerpt from President James E. Faust's final talk in general conference.  You will feel the power of his message and the love that comes from applying his teachings.  It truly will make your day.

The Mom Song
Here's a talent number from another church—all the things a mother would say in a 24-hour period condensed to three minutes and sung to the William Tell Overture.  Take a funny break in your busy day.

What Mormon Leaders Really Teach
The world is adrift in ignorance about what Mormon leaders really teach, but this YouTube video gets right to the heart of it.

Elder Joseph B. Wirthlin's Solemn Testimony of Jesus Christ
As we remember our friend and precious apostle, Elder Joseph Bitner Wirthlin, we invite you to enjoy hearing and seeing this 3 ½ minute testimony and special witness of Jesus Christ.

Mormon Homefront Spots On Serving Others
Take a few “feel good” minutes to smile with these LDS commercials that highlight the value of service.

Small and Simple Things (Part 2)
President Henry B. Eyring reminded us that the great work of gathering has begun.  Come and enjoy a number of testimonies of converts and what touched them as they investigated The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.

Bruce R. McConkie on Misconceptions about Mormons
Elder McConkie tells us that false voices decrying against our efforts are but another evidence of the truth and divinity of the work itself.

Catholics Appalled at anti-Mormon Slur
In this YouTube clip Michael Barber, professor at John Paul the Great Catholic University, says that the treatment received by the Latter-day Saints just before and after the passage of Prop 8 in California is “appalling” and stresses the fundamental importance of religious liberty.

Mormon Synchronized Swimming
Grab a laugh and watch one of the funniest numbers a ward talent show has ever produced.

The Mormon Way of Doing Business
Top Latter-day Saint executives credit the gospel for their success.

Silly Laws
In this must see spoof on a “politically correct” marriage in California, one can see clearly just how ridiculous, uh, silly, the laws can become on this critical issue.  Watch this two minute, ten second clip and then pass it on to all your friends in California.

The Best Gift
Either you grew up with the best gift a child could ask for, or you grew up without it.

How Same-Sex Marriage Affects All of Us
A Massachusetts family's chilling experience shows us all what is at stake in the issue of same-sex marriage.

The Visiting Teaching Movie
You may recognize the visiting teachers presented in this movie as someone you know well.

Prophets in the Land
A General Conference of the Church is a declaration to all the world that Jesus is the Christ, that he condescended to come to earth, that with his stripes we are healed.

Jesus Christ - the Son of God
To those whom he beckoned saying, “O Jerusalem, Jerusalem…how often would I have gathered thee!”  They responded with “Crucify Him!”  Here's another moving video clip to lift your day.

His Hands
Here is a beautiful video to Kenneth Cope's classic song, “His Hands”, which reminds us that through his hands, these tools of creation, stronger than nations, we find our truest friend.

Save the Family
This is a music video that, with touching and delightful photography, portrays why “the family is the beating heart that keeps a nation strong.”  Enjoy a brief respite from your day and pass it on!

Cameroon Saints Journey to the Temple in Aba Nigeria
President Hinckley dedicated the Aba, Nigeria Temple, Aug. 7, 2005.  Two weeks later Latter-day Saints from Cameroon made a journey to that temple through muddy roads, axle deep, that show you just how much covenants matter.

Temples Will Dot The Earth
This inspiring video clip not only looks forward to the day when temples will the dot the earth, but also demonstrates where they are located right now.

Preparing for the Second Coming of Christ
In this video clip, LDS Church leaders talk about how you have been reserved for these finals days before the Second Coming  of Christ.

Michael Medved on the “Mormon Conspiracy”
A man, calling himself an ex-Mormon, called into Michael Medved's radio show and claimed there was a “Mormon conspiracy” to take over the U.S. government.  Medved's response is a classic.

Famous Mormons
In this charming video clip, the author talks about all the kinds of people who are Latter-day Saints.

Mormons Believe in Jesus Christ
Take two minutes and be refreshed with this video created by the Church and remember why Jesus Christ is the central focus of our worship.

The Bread of Life
An inspiring video clip about what Latter-day Saints believe of Jesus Christ features testimony by President Monson and scenes from the gospels.  There is no heartache or hunger that he cannot heal.  He is more necessary to us than our daily bread.

Becoming a Good Mormon Woman
A television news anchor who is a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints explains how even though Mormon women can live very different lives, they all share a common goal.

God's Words … Never Cease
Refresh yourself with Elder Jeffrey R. Holland's testimony that God never ceases to talk to his children and that his works never end.

JFK and the Mormons
John F. Kennedy spoke in the Tabernacle in 1963 and commented on the progress of the Latter-day Saints.

Emma Smith, a Woman of Faith
Sit back for a moment and be inspired by Emma Smith's courage and love as she stood by Joseph while the gospel was being restored.

Glenn Beck on Mormon (LDS) Church President Hinckley
Syndicated radio talk-show host and television personality Glenn Beck shares his thoughts and feelings about President Gordon B. Hinckley.

Glenn Beck's Testimony on YouTube
Syndicated radio talk-show host and television personality Glenn Beck says he was a hard-living man who seemed in many ways an unlikely candidate for religion — until he found The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.

He Inviteth All to Come
New Film on Extending the Priesthood to Worthy Men of Every Race

With today's cover, we are starting a new feature on Meridian, inviting our readers to see some of the film clips on YouTube about the Church.

By Maurine Proctor

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