Jannalee Sandau

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25 fascinating facts about the Conference Center for its 25th anniversary

3 weeks ago | ldsliving.com | Jannalee Sandau

If the walls of the Conference Center could talk, they would have plenty to say! In the years since the building’s dedication, many important religious and cultural events have taken place inside it. In celebration of the 25th anniversary of the building’s dedication, here are 25 facts you may not have known about the Conference Center.
This Arkansas ward has a full orchestra—and they’re all youth

1 month ago | ldsliving.com | Jannalee Sandau

Just before Christmas 2023, Bishop Brady Blake woke up with the thought that his ward needed an orchestra. Not just any orchestra, but an orchestra comprised of the talented ward youth. Though not musically inclined himself, Bishop Blake’s inspired thought became a reality when ward members, including local middle school orchestra teacher Cami Austin, got on board. Together, they organized a group that has since become an integral part of both ward and community events and the youth’s testimonies.
100 facts about President Nelson for his 100th birthday

Sep 6, 2024 | ldsliving.com | Jannalee Sandau

Editor's note: This article was originally published on LDSLiving.com in 2019 and has been updated with new facts. The majority of these facts are sourced from Russell M. Nelson: Father, Surgeon, Apostle by Spencer J. Condie and Insights from a Prophet’s Life: Russell M. Nelson by Sheri Dew. As we celebrate the 100th birthday of our beloved prophet this month, here are 100 facts about President Russell M. Nelson from the beginning of his life to today. 1.
‘We had to know more’: Family from Florida joins the Church after meeting members while camping in Utah

Aug 8, 2024 | ldsliving.com | Jannalee Sandau

In 1974, Tom and Jackie Montoya, their four daughters—Pam, Cyndy, Terry, and Tricia—and Terry’s boyfriend, Ferrell, left on an extended camping vacation to Utah from their home in Florida. The family of avid campers looked forward to exploring new trails, but what they didn’t know is that one of those trails in the middle of the Utah desert would lead them to The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.
Soprano inherits her mother’s dresses as a new Tabernacle Choir member

Jul 11, 2024 | ldsliving.com | Jannalee Sandau

Growing up, I remember hearing stories about how my great-grandmother sang in what is now The Tabernacle Choir at Temple Square. Even though I’ve never sung in the choir myself, I love feeling a special connection to this well-known and beautiful group. For some people, participating in the choir has become somewhat of a family legacy, as a recent post on The Tabernacle Choir at Temple Square Facebook page highlighted.
Meet the family who’s served in 100 temples (and counting) around the world

Jun 27, 2024 | ldsliving.com | Jannalee Sandau

Almost five years ago, the Alcantar family—dad Sal, mom Ange, and kids Drezen, Zander, Sawyer, and Ambery-Jae—decided to travel full time with a specific purpose: to serve in every Latter-day Saint temple in the world in two years. It was an ambitious goal that has adapted over time, but it is one that the whole family continues to embrace—even over 100 temple trips later.
Easy conversation starters to help you find connection at church

Jun 12, 2024 | ldsliving.com | Jannalee Sandau

In his April conference talk, Elder Ronald A. Rasband shared: “Words matter! They are the bedrock of how we connect; they represent our beliefs, morals, and perspectives. Sometimes we speak words; other times we listen. Words set a tone. They voice our thoughts, feelings, and experiences, for good or bad.” So how can we better use our words at church to connect with others and help them feel God’s love?
3 tips to make visiting a temple open house extra special for your kids

May 29, 2024 | ldsliving.com | Jannalee Sandau

If there is one thing I will remember President Nelson for, it is the dizzying pace at which he has accelerated temple work. And with more new temples, there are more opportunities for children and families to learn about the temple together, particularly through attending open houses. Here are a few ideas to help your kids get the most out of their open house visit. When it makes sense, visit the temple grounds as a temple is being built.
What’s in a (temple) name? The origin stories of ‘St. George,’ ‘Cardston,’ and more

May 14, 2024 | ldsliving.com | Jannalee Sandau

Temple names are often linked to their locations, whether they reflect their home cities or nearby landmarks. With the recent rededication of the temples in St. George and Manti, we wanted to take a quick look at the history behind their names. We’ll also explore the stories behind nine other interesting temple monikers. Though the Salt Lake Temple might be the most well-known in the Church, when it comes to longevity, the St. George Utah Temple takes the cake.
Identical twins called to serve in neighboring missions: “It was better than we could’ve hoped for”

Apr 8, 2024 | ldsliving.com | Jannalee Sandau

Long before they were born, Sawyer and Carter Roberts were seemingly meant to be identical twin brothers. When their father, Tim, was serving a mission in California, he heard another missionary talking about his identical twin brother and remembers thinking that he would give anything to have identical twin sons. Years later, shortly before Tim and his sweetheart, Amy, became pregnant for the fourth time, Amy had a dream about two boys the same age.