December 2017 Contents Contents Invitation to Artists Worldwide Seeking Christ at Christmas Dieter F. UchtdorfSeeking Christ at ChristmasPresident Uchtdorf tells of those who welcomed the arrival of the Savior and encourages us to seek Christ. Watching for Jesus Willing to Bear One Another’s Burdens Doug HartElevating Our Family DiscussionsA couple comes up with a plan to help their teenage children become better gospel learners Ronald A. RasbandGlory to God in the HighestElder Rasband teaches that, through our selfless service, we can serve the Lord and bear witness of Him. Jessica Griffith14 Events of the NativityFourteen events surrounding the birth of Jesus Christ that we can learn more about from the scriptures. Marcus B. NashJoseph Smith: Strength Out of WeaknessElder Nash teaches how, like Joseph Smith, we can turn our weaknesses into strengths through our faith and with the Lord’s help. Betsy VanDenBergheWe Can Do Better, Part 2: Finding Your Place in the Church of Jesus ChristStories from members of the Church who set aside hurt feelings, comparisons, and uncertainty to rely on the Lord and partake of the blessings of the gospel. Getulio Walter Jagher e SilvaThe Gospel of Jesus Christ: a Refuge and ProtectionThe teachings in the Doctrine and Covenants teach us how we can find protection in these latter days. Latter-day Saint Voices Jordan WrightSharing the Savior’s Love at Christmas Elisabet Andersen BogadoChristmas Packages for Me? Aaron AdamsChristmas through My Daughter’s Eyes Maria Aparecida da Kiyama SilvaA Family Gift for the Savior Josephine Scere: Pennsylvania, USA Young Adults Po Nien (Felipe) Chou, Petra Chou, and Odgerel OchirjavMongolia’s Got Talent!A youth and young adult choir from Mongolia compete in a national talent competition. Cherstan PixtonMy Gift to the SaviorA missionary tries to think of what she can give to the Savior for Christmas. Youth David DicksonFinding Her Faith Again The Magic of Christmas CarolsTwo youth help bring the Christmas spirit to elderly members of their wards through Christmas carols. Charlotte LarcabalEight Reasons Christmas Is a Great Time to Be a Missionary Poster: Room for Him Thomas S. MonsonHow to Feel the True Spirit of Christmas I’ve been praying for something important, but I don’t know if I have received an answer. How will I recognize it? Our Space Children Holly K. WorthingtonThe Christmas Eve Guest Paul B. PieperBe Brave and Share! The Church Today Darcie Jensen MorrisThe Red Ticket How can repenting help me feel happy? Dale G. RenlundHow can repenting help me feel happy? The Firecracker Teachings of Jesus Larry Hiller and Michael F. MoodyMake Room for Him Our Page Kim Webb ReidJesus Was Born in Bethlehem Coloring Page Joseph SmithValiant in the Cause of Christ