December 2020 COVID-19 and This Issue The Gospel: An Anchor in a Time of Change The Church Is HereRio de Janeiro, Brazil You Can Light the World Marissa WiddisonA Fond Farewell to the Ensign Celebrating 50 Years of the Ensign Digital OnlyRichard M. RomneyFrom Banner to CompassThe Ensign will merge with the Liahona, providing one Church publication for members of the Church worldwide. Sharing the Savior’s Light at ChristmasIdeas for how to minister to others at Christmastime. D. Todd ChristoffersonWhy We Need Jesus ChristElder Christofferson teaches why we need a savior. Richard Neitzel HolzapfelMinistering to AllElder Holzapfel shares ideas for ideas for making ministering natural and normal. Jakob R. JonesReceive the GiftIdeas for how you can feel God’s love at Christmastime. Digital OnlySam LofgranRediscovering the Magic of ChristmasA woman shares five ideas to get into the spirit of Christmas. What Church Leaders Are Saying about Forgiveness Come, Follow Me: Book of MormonJaniece JohnsonA Witness of One’s Own Weekly Book of Mormon Insights What can we learn from the book of Moroni?Study helps for this month’s Come, Follow Me readings. ”What is it that ye shall hope for?” (Moroni 7:41)Study helps for this month’s Come, Follow Me readings. How can I seek spiritual gifts?Study helps for this month’s Come, Follow Me readings. What do Book of Mormon prophets teach us about Christmas?Study helps for this month’s Come, Follow Me readings. Come, Follow Me: Book of Mormon—Support Articles and Activities November 30–December 6Moroni 1–6Support articles and activities for Come, Follow Me curriculum. December 7–13Moroni 7–9Support articles and activities for Come, Follow Me curriculum. December 14–20Moroni 10Support articles and activities for Come, Follow Me curriculum. December 21–27ChristmasSupport articles and activities for Come, Follow Me curriculum. Digital OnlyChristopher B. GarnerFinding the Real Joy of Christmas through the Book of MormonA man explains how reading the Book of Mormon can help one find the real joy of Christmas. Digital OnlyWlaldiane Kássia Bandeira Barros Da SilvaHow the Book of Mormon Helped Me through Social IsolationA young pediatrician describes how she found faith and strength through the Book of Mormon during the COVID-19 pandemic. How Do I Talk to My Kids about the Gospel in Everyday Ways?Tips on how to talk to your children about the gospel in everyday conversations. Family Study Fun Merrilee Browne BoyackBringing the MTC Home Latter-day Saint Voices Georgette LalausLighting the World in Paris Portia LouderThe Power of Prayer in PrisonA woman recounts an experience of praying for others while in prison. Anna WilliamsChristmas Presents or Tithing? Rebecca ClarksonSomeone Will Be Missing Next Year Digital OnlyJill HemsleyA Gift from MomA woman shares how a gift from her mother reminds her of her love. Digital OnlyKimberly JensenThe Subtle Blessings of TithingA woman describes the blessings she has received from paying tithing. Aging FaithfullyFaith S. WatsonFinding Healing in the Book of Mormon Richard M. Romney and Eric B. MurdockFaith to Face the Fires Digital OnlyRichard M. Romney and Eric B. MurdockFaith to Face the Fires: Digital ExtrasMany members throughout the world have had their faith strengthened as they’ve faced wildfires. Jean B. BinghamFinding Sunshine in the Rain Digital OnlyMarissa WiddisonThe Power of Quiet MomentsAs we make time for quiet moments, we can feel God’s love and rejuvenate our minds, bodies, and spirits. Young Adults Making Social Media a Positive Place Young Women general board members and Ensign staffJudging Righteous Judgment (Even on Social Media)How we can follow the Savior’s counsel to judge righteously when it comes to social media. Bárbara RodríguezThe Reality behind Those Picture-Perfect ProfilesA young adult from Peru talks about how we shouldn’t judge others or ourselves based on what we see on social media. Chakell Wardleigh HerbertYour Life Belongs to You—Not Your Followers Digital OnlyName withheldOur Job Is to Not Throw StonesA young adult realizes that he’s not responsible for judging his friend’s choices. Digital OnlyFaith FergusonHow to Be on but Not in Social MediaTips for using social media for good. Digital OnlyJessa SebastianBeing You, Being RealA woman shares how to use social media in a positive way, even in times of trial. Digital OnlyLynzi ClydeLet’s Talk about ConfidenceA young adult shares some ideas about how to cultivate confidence. Digital OnlyKylie ParrishCombat Loneliness with Heavenly Father and Jesus ChristA young adult shares her experience of letting Heavenly Father and the Savior back into her life. Digital OnlyAnnelise GardinerStruggling to Study Come, Follow Me on Your Own? Here Are Some Tips for the New YearA list of tips and how-tos on studying the Doctrine and Covenants Insights from Young Adults on Not Judging Others on Social Media Come, Follow Me Shareable Scriptures Australia Local Pages Atomic Bombs, U.S. Marines, and a Japanese Christmas Concert 2020 Hindsight Koroniria (Koro) Amai: Donation Hero Discovering Her Why Western Australian Youth Bounce Back from Challenges of Pandemic United Kingdom and Ireland Local Pages For God So Loved the World 15,700 Days and Counting Albert Short: Veteran, Crane Driver, and Latter-day Saint The Living and the Dead Shall Hear the Gospel George Bywater’s Book Church Member Honoured at High Sheriff’s Awards Night Lest We Forget Norfolk Relief Society Handmade Poppies Winter Party Event at the LDS Charities’ Friendship Centre in Wembley Editor Box New Zealand Local Pages Atomic Bombs, U.S. Marines, and a Japanese Christmas Concert 2020 Hindsight Koroniria (Koro) Amai: Donation Hero Discovering Her Why New Zealand Student Leader Aims to Love and Lift School Community