“He [God] sees more than we can see. He promises that keeping the commandments brings happiness in this life and in the world to come,” taught Elder Anthony D. Perkins, a General Authority Seventy of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.

Have you felt uplifted through a simple smile, help with a task or a positive interchange with someone — even a stranger? Kindness works both ways. A new study conducted by BYU researcher Julianne Holt-Lunstad finds that offering a single act of kindness each week reduced loneliness, social isolation and social anxiety, and promoted neighborhood relationships.

Celebrate the magic of the Christmas season at BYU with festive music and inspiring events.