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In Memoriam: Sarah Allen

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It is with profound sorrow that we share the passing of Sarah Allen, a beloved contributor to FAIR and a devoted defender of faith in Jesus Christ and His restored gospel. Sarah passed away suddenly this weekend, and those of us who knew her are devastated by her loss.

After earlier professional work, Sarah devoted her full energies to helping others navigate difficult questions about Church history, doctrine, and belief. She served with Scripture Central, with FAIR, and in many informal but meaningful spaces where faithful answers were urgently needed. She gave a significant amount of her personal time supporting missionaries and helping them answer questions and defend the faith. [Read more…] about In Memoriam: Sarah Allen

FAIR Year-End Newsletter – January 2026

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Dear Friends,

As we close out 2025 and look ahead to an exciting 2026, we want to take a moment to reflect on the incredible year we’ve shared together and invite you to join us in the year ahead!

2025: A Year of Growth and Impact

What a remarkable year it has been! From our humble beginnings in 1997 responding to criticisms on AOL message boards, FAIR has grown into a global resource with over 12,000 web pages, 3,000+ videos, and a reach that extends to AI services like ChatGPT, Grok, etc. providing faithful answers to seekers worldwide.

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FAIR December Newsletter

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Dear Friends,

As we enter this sacred Christmas season, we are grateful for your ongoing support of FAIR’s mission to defend, explain, and share the gospel of Jesus Christ. December brings opportunities for light, service, and giving—and FAIR has several important updates to share with you.

🎁 GIVING TUESDAY — DECEMBER 2

We urgently need your help.

This year, FAIR has been blessed with a generous matching donor, meaning every dollar you give on Giving Tuesday will be doubled. Your donation—large or small—directly fuels:

  • Research and articles that answer difficult questions
  • FAIR’s Come, Follow Me resources
  • The FAIR Conference
  • Outreach that strengthens testimonies across the world

We cannot do this work without your support.
If FAIR has helped you or someone you love, please consider making FAIR part of your Giving Tuesday plans. Your gift will make double the impact.

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Happy Thanksgiving from FAIR!

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At this time of year, we’d like to thank you for your support of FAIR. Thanks for helping us support The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and provide faithful answers to critical questions. It’s always gratifying to hear from people that say they’ve been helped or have been able to help others using our resources, and we couldn’t do it without you.

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Join us Oct 9–11 for our FREE virtual conference on the Old Testament

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🔍 Dive deep into ancient scripture for modern faith!📜

Join us Oct 9–11 for the FREE FAIR Virtual Old Testament Conference: Ancient Truths for Modern Faith. Hear from scholars like Kerry Muhlestein, Daniel Ellsworth, Jennifer Roach Lees, Stephen Smoot, Spencer Kraus, Allen Hansen, John Gee, Christopher Blythe, Paul Bryner, Jeffrey Bradshaw, Matthew Roper, John Thompson, Tyler Golightly, and Ben Spackman as we “defend the Old Testament” through restoration lenses, covenant themes, temple theology, and prophetic tradition. Don’t miss this unique online opportunity to engage scripture with fresh eyes.

This conference will only be available to stream through the weekend; don’t miss out! (No registration required.)

The streaming will happen on our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@fairldsorg

The schedule can be viewed here: https://www.fairlatterdaysaints.org/conference/virt_2025-ot

Thank You for Making the 2025 FAIR Conference Unforgettable!

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Dear Friends,

What an incredible FAIR Conference we had this year! From thought-provoking presentations to heartfelt conversations, we are so grateful to every sponsor, attendee, speaker, volunteer, donor, and supporter who made this year’s event at Thanksgiving Point one to remember.

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The FAIR Conference is almost here!

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🎉 It’s FAIR Conference Month!

The highlight of our year is here! Join us for the 2025 FAIR Conference on August 6–8 at The Barn at Thanksgiving Point in Lehi, Utah. The LAST DAY to get in-person tickets is Thursday, July 31st!  After that date only streaming tickets will be available! If you want to come in person, NOW IS THE TIME TO GET YOUR TICKETS! 🙂

🎤 Speakers include:

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FAIR Really Needs Your Help

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FAIR began as an organization in 1997. Until fairly recently, we’ve been an all-volunteer organization. That is no longer sustainable in keeping up with the attacks against The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, and so we have gradually been hiring a small staff. However, we have been operating mostly on small donations and the proceeds from our annual conference and bookstore, and it just is not enough anymore. We need additional donations in order to continue operating at the level we’re currently at, but we’d really like to be able to do much more.

Please consider making a donation today. Every contribution, no matter the size, makes a meaningful difference. And if you’re in a position to give a more substantial gift, it would be a tremendous blessing to this work and to those we serve.

Help us reach more people, with more answers, and more timely responses. Make your donation here today.

Sincerely,

Trevor Holyoak
FAIR Vice President

 

Trevor Holyoak is the Vice President of FAIR. He joined FAIR in 1997 and received the John Taylor Defender of the Faith Award in 2014. He graduated magna cum laude from Weber State University with a BS in computer science and now works as a programmer and systems administrator. He is currently serving as a young mens advisor in his ward and is also involved in the leadership of the Utah Valley Amateur Radio Club. He and his wife have five children and live in Cedar Hills, Utah.

 

An Easter Message from FAIR

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Experience the Greater Love of Jesus Christ this Easter

This Easter, we invite you to discover the greater love of Jesus Christ—a love that led Him to serve, sacrifice, and rise again. His resurrection gives us hope, healing, and the promise of eternal life. Join us in celebrating His love through study, service, and sharing His message.

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Happy February from FAIR!💝Upcoming Conferences and a Call for Papers, the Church in the News

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Dear Friends,

We hope this newsletter finds you well. As we navigate the challenges of the world, we are reminded of the Savior’s call to love our neighbors and be peacemakers. At FAIR, we remain committed to strengthening faith, answering critical questions, and providing resources that support and uplift Latter-day Saints everywhere.

We have several exciting updates to share, including news from the Church, details about our upcoming FAIR Conference, and new resources to assist in your gospel study. Thank you for your continued support—we couldn’t do this work without you!

Spiritual Message: Embracing Love and Peace

In his April 2023 General Conference address, President Russell M. Nelson emphasized the importance of being peacemakers:

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