Nearly half of adults in the United States feel lonely, left out, or isolated from others. It’s important to feel included. It’s a fundamental human need, and when we feel excluded, it hurts. As members of the Church, we need to reach out in love. What we say and what we do can create a feeling that all are welcome and all are needed.

That’s the message of this month’s Ministering Principle “How Can We Create a Culture of Inclusion at Church?” in the July issue of the Ensign and Liahona magazines. Read the article for ideas on how to be inclusive and welcoming to others.