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Tabernacle Choir and Orchestra to go to Peru for next ‘Songs of Hope’ tour stop in 2025
Choir stop in Peru will be the first performances in…
Ground broken for 3rd temple in Wyoming
Consecration of early Saints comes full circle in the Bighorn…
Elder Dieter F. Uchtdorf dedicates Pittsburgh Pennsylvania Temple
In the "City of Bridges," Elder Dieter F. Uchtdorf dedicates…
Further Details on BYU Medical School Released by President Reese
‘As disciples of Jesus Christ, we believe BYU’s medical school…
Latter-day Saint Apostle meets with Philippines president
Elder Kearon and Philippines President Ferdinand Romualdez Marcos Jr. met…
Refugee walks 728 miles to be baptized after reading Book of Mormon
Amos Makulu walked across Tanzania to be baptized as a…
How 13 athletes with ties to The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saint did in the 2024 Paris Olympics
It was in the Stade de France stadium on both…
Church announces special broadcast for President Nelson’s 100th birthday
Church members and friends are invited to commemorate President Russell…
Church releases portions of Teachings of Russell M. Nelson manual
4 different chapters compiling themes of his 40-year public ministry…
‘God is always there’: Latter-day Saint Olympians share messages of faith, trust in God’s plan at devotional
Featured speakers include Olympians Taylor Booth, Alexis Lagan, Whittni Morgan…
Meet Latter-day Saints competing in the 2024 Paris Olympics
About a dozen athletes, including 7 track athletes, are competing…
How to attend this young single adult conference in Washington, D.C.
Over 1,800 young single adults are expected at the first…
Former BYU athlete Courtney Wayment heading to Paris Olympics
Courtney Wayment was 2nd in 3,000-meter steeplechase at the U.S.…
25 ways to participate in the Church’s global initiative for women and children
All are invited to take part in the global initiative…
Elder Bednar tells young adults in Instagram live Q&A to ‘trust in God’ as they strive to follow promptings
As young adults keep the commandments, Elder Bednar promises they…
Children are part of the body of Christ: What baptized Primary children can do in the Lord’s Church
Primary General President Susan H. Porter shares ways to invite…
Elder Gong dedicates Taylorsville Utah Temple: ‘Come to the Lord in the house of the Lord’
Apostle with family ties to the area invites Church members…
Elder Gong dedicates Puebla Mexico Temple, with emphasis on holiness and temple blessings
Calling attention to the inscription ‘Holiness to the Lord,’ Elder…
Senior missionary dies in California auto accident
Sister Mary Hardin, 65, from San Antonio, and her husband,…
5 upcoming temple dedications in 5 Sundays, 2 by Elder Gong in succession
Both are noteworthy, but not unique — Church has had…
Church responds to double disaster in Papua New Guinea
The northern coast of the Pacific nation was hit with…
Exterior renderings released for temples in Brazil, Guatemala
Artist’s renderings provide 1st look at Maceió Brazil and Huehuetenango…
Meet the 2 new Primary general advisory council members
They will work with the Primary general presidency to help…
Church of Jesus Christ responds to major flooding in Rio Grande do Sul, Brazil
18 chapels are being used as shelter as flood waters…
Elder Uchtdorf announced as devotional speaker for 2024 Utah Area Young Single Adult Conference
Elder and Sister Uchtdorf look forward to ‘joyfully worshipping the…
President Oaks dedicates Urdaneta Philippines Temple for faithful Filipino members who ‘believe these things’ and ‘do them’
President Dallin H. Oaks, first counselor in the First Presidency,…
‘Be peaceful; be happy,’ President Holland says in Orem, Utah
President Jeffrey R. Holland joined Elder Gary E. Stevenson to…
Cobán Guatemala Temple opens for media, guest and public open-house events
Guatemala’s 3rd house of the Lord — to be dedicated…
President Nelson, in a surprise appearance, rededicates the historic Manti Utah Temple
President Nelson and Elder Rasband reflect on pioneer heritage in…
Here’s how to attend the 2024 Utah Area Young Single Adult Conference
The conference, modeled after last year’s first-ever event, takes place…
Joseph Smith Papers: What the Prophet’s ‘Legal Records’ reveal about his life
Joseph Smith was involved in nearly 200 legal cases as…
Emphasizing covenants, First Presidency updates temple recommend interview questions, shares statement on the wearing of the temple garment
Emphasizing the importance of the garment of the holy priesthood,…
Sister Runia invites missionaries to see their missions as their personal ministries
First counselor in Young Women general presidency asks Provo MTC…
First flags from 91 countries raised on Temple Square plaza
Flags of 181 nations will rotate as part of new…
President Porter shares 4 ways to stay centered in Christ during storms of life
‘The Savior has the power to help us be centered…
‘Joy comes from and because of’ the Savior, President Nelson says in new video
On Easter Sunday, President Russell M. Nelson shared his testimony…
President Holland speaks of the Savior’s ‘solitary journey’ in new video
Days before Easter, President Jeffrey R. Holland shares his testimony…
‘Mistakes do not disqualify us,’ Elder Uchtdorf says in new video
Just before Easter, Elder Dieter F. Uchtdorf shares his testimony…
‘The Savior is beckoning,’ Elder Bednar says in new video
Ahead of Easter Sunday, Elder David A. Bednar shares his…
Jesus provided the pathway to happiness, Elder Cook says in new video
Reflecting on the final two days of the Savior’s life,…
President Eyring dedicates the Red Cliffs Utah Temple, a tribute to faith of the past and confidence in the future
‘This ground was made sacred’ by the faith of past…
Church gives $1.36 billion to care for those in need during 2023, annual summary outline
Members participated in 6.2 million hours of volunteer work and…
The Savior ‘absorbed all unfairness,’ Elder Renlund says in new video
In anticipation of Easter, Elder Dale G. Renlund shares his…
On the grounds of the Mesa Arizona Temple, musical production of ‘Jesus the Christ’ celebrates Easter story
Through music, dance, drama and a cast of more than…
First Presidency and Quorum of the Twelve testify of the Savior in Easter video series
Elder Patrick Kearon: ‘Jesus Christ | The Ultimate Healer and…
Power of covenant-keeping women celebrated during Relief Society anniversary worldwide gathering
‘Sisters, you have a divine endowment that allows you literally…
Special issue of For the Strength of Youth focuses on Savior
Ward councils and ward youth councils are invited to deliver…
Urdaneta Philippines Temple ready for open house, dedication
Media day for the temple serves as start of open-house…
‘Anything for the Church’: A conversation with Kirby Heyborne, RootsTech emcee and Latter-day Saint bishop
The actor, comedian, musician and audiobook narrator has loved the…
Why is it necessary to make multiple covenants with God? Elder Renlund explains
‘A covenant is a pledge that we should prepare for,…
‘A global sisterhood of peacemakers’: President Johnson emphasizes religious liberty for women during address at the European Union Parliament
‘Imagine what would happen if we ... could unleash the…
The late President Ballard visits ‘sacred ground’ and reflects on family legacy of faith in RootsTech video
Before his death, President Ballard was filmed at various Church…
Elder Bednar and Elder Kearon see in West Africa a people with ‘vigor in their faith’
Thousands hear messages from Elder David A. Bednar and Elder…
See exterior renderings of 3 new temples — in Nevada, Texas and United Kingdom
First Presidency releases renderings for Lone Mountain Nevada, McKinney Texas…
Tabernacle Choir announces fall 2024 ‘Hope’ tour stops in Florida and Georgia
The Tabernacle Choir and Orchestra will be performing in Amerant…
Look unto the Savior and receive His healing power, Elder Ulisses Soares teaches young adults in worldwide devotional
In first-of-its-kind devotional to originate from outside the United States…
6 months after the Maui fires, survivors share how they have seen God’s hand, felt His love
Six months after deadly fires in Hawaii destroyed Lahaina on…
RootsTech 2024: Organizers offer sneak peek of what to expect at world’s largest family history celebration
Organizers Jen Allen and Jonathan Wing talk about this year’s…
2 former BYU runners finish first and second at Olympic Marathon Trials in Florida
Conner Mantz and Clayton Young will compete in the 2024…
‘Bursting at the seams’: How schools and institutes carried out CES Date Night
BYU, BYU–Idaho, BYU–Hawaii, Ensign College, BYU–Pathway Worldwide and 15 institutes…
Church announces new life preparation lessons for seminary students
New thematic lessons will help prepare youth for complexities of…
Why the righteous are not spared tribulation, President Holland explains at funeral of Latter-day Saint teen
‘Let me encourage all of you to avoid saying “what…
CES to host ‘low-pressure’ events to help ‘reset the culture of dating’
BYU, BYU–Idaho, BYU–Hawaii, Ensign College, BYU–Pathway Worldwide and 15 institutes…
The ‘beautiful’ and ‘stretching’ life experiences that prepared Elder Kearon to be an Apostle
Elder Patrick Kearon and his wife, Sister Jennifer Kearon, reflect…
Exterior rendering released for La Paz Bolivia Temple
The La Paz temple will be 1 of 3 houses…
Orem Utah Temple dedication a ‘milestone in the progress’ of God’s kingdom, Elder Christofferson says
The new temple, located just off Interstate 15 and near…
Relief Society birthday event March 17 to allow opportunity to testify of Jesus Christ
Evening will include messages from President Nelson and the Relief…
‘Prophecy has been and is being fulfilled’: Elder Christofferson dedicates Lima Peru Los Olivos Temple
The house of the Lord is Lima’s 2nd and the…
VIDEO: Elder Renlund on how daily scripture study is like good nutrition
Elder Dale G. Renlund talks about the blessings of daily…
Elder Soares offers 5 principles to help missionaries find joy — during their missions and after
‘I invite you to embrace this principle right now at…
Open-house reservations available for the Red Cliffs Utah Temple in St. George
Public open house runs Thursday, Feb. 1, through Saturday, March…
‘Asian with a Southern accent’ comedian Henry Cho announced as a keynote speaker for RootsTech 2024
Cho, who has also earned the moniker ‘Mr. Clean,’ is…
Youth invited to Jan. 28 worldwide discussion event on discipleship
2024 youth theme, ‘I am a disciple of Jesus Christ,’…
Here’s what Church leaders have taught about goal setting
As individuals approach making resolutions for the new year, here’s…
President Russell M. Nelson marvels on his 100th New Year’s Day
In New Year’s Day social media post, he invites individuals…
VIDEO: Elder Uchtdorf testifies of the ‘Work of God’ — ‘I know that … He is there for me’
‘The proof lies really in living the gospel of Jesus…
2023 in review: A look back on Church events this year
The Church News summarizes significant Church events in 2023 —…
How iron nets and tents are giving shelter, peace and security to displaced people
The Church of Jesus Christ and ShelterBox are supporting people…
2023 Giving Machines are bringing joy to givers and receivers
See a sampling of photos from locations around the world…
Guiding principles to help answer gospel questions
Topics and Questions replaces Gospel Topics, provides resources for those…
‘Absolutely magical’: Christmas concert guest artists share about performing with the Tabernacle Choir
Christmas concert guest artists actor Lesley Nicol on being on…
‘Let love be the motivator in your missionary service,’ says President Johnson to Provo MTC
‘You will be joy-filled missionaries, distinct from the world, when…
St. George temple rededicatory prayer: President Holland’s tribute to the ‘weary but believing pioneer hands’ who built ‘a hallowed masterpiece’
‘We desire to be more like those Saints of the…
First Presidency announces dedication, open house dates for 3 temples — in Utah, Mexico and the Philippines
President Oaks will dedicate the Urdaneta Philippines Temple in April,…
President Holland rededicates St. George Utah Temple; ‘I consider this one of the sweetest and most rewarding assignments I have had’
Born in St. George 83 years ago, President Holland grew…
An Apostle at Parliament: Elder Cook expresses appreciation for Great Britain’s historical lead on religious freedom, human rights
Elder Cook speaks at 2 London events commemorating the 75th…
Of President Holland’s health and recovery, Elder Renlund writes, ‘God is in the details’
‘It was a miracle’: Elder Renlund writes on social media…
Elder Gong speaks on the importance to ‘cheerfully do all within our power’
‘Our best efforts and God’s help go together,’ Elder Gong…
President Nelson shares his prayer for everyone at Christmas time
Christmas is a time to worship and adore the Savior,…
VIDEO: Elder Bednar shares a day in the life of an Apostle, part 2
New video shows Elder David A. Bednar on assignment after…
‘Find the Mozarts among us,’ Bishop Caussé invites during BYU–Idaho devotional
‘We all have talents, gifts and abilities that ask for…
Church launches 2023 Light the World Giving Machine campaign from Times Square
At the intersection of commerce, tourism and entertainment in the…
Elder Soares testifies to youth of Savior in special devotional
In a broadcast to Portuguese-speaking youth around the world, Elder…
President Nelson issues special, personal invitations to youth and young adults
In two videos released globally, President Nelson promised this invitation…
President Jeffrey R. Holland set apart as Acting President of the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles
Set apart Wednesday, Nov. 15, he succeeds President Ballard as…
Elder Uchtdorf teaches of freedom, constraints and the ‘art of becoming’
During an Ensign College devotional, Elder Dieter F. Uchtdorf also…
In a place once defined by war, Elder Stevenson dedicates the Okinawa Japan Temple — a symbol of peace and unity
House of the Lord is the 4th in Japan and…
The Church’s global effort to nourish children and mothers
The Relief Society is involved in a global effort to…
Elder Andersen visits Mongolia, where pioneering members continue to help the Church grow, prosper after 30 years
President Russell M. Nelson announced a temple for Mongolia in…
‘Mexico has been richly blessed,’ Elder Bednar says in nationwide devotional
As part of his nine-day ministry in Mexico, Elder David…
Elder Uchtdorf meets with ambassadors, diplomats and senators in Washington, D.C.
Elder Dieter F. Uchtdorf of the Quorum of the Twelve…
How to watch or attend First Presidency’s Christmas Devotional this year
The First Presidency’s Christmas Devotional will be held on Sunday,…
Young Women and Young Men general presidencies announce 2024 youth theme
Parents and youth leaders are encouraged to teach principles from…
Sister Yee shares the ‘wellspring of relief’ that comes through covenants with God
In a BYU devotional, Sister Kristin M. Yee gives 5…
Sister Kathleen Johnson Eyring remembered as beloved wife, mother and ‘true woman of God’
In a written tribute, President Nelson said Sister Eyring’s matchless…
‘Cradled in the arms of prophets, apostles’: Elder Rasband dedicates Bangkok Thailand Temple, the first on the Southeast Asia peninsula
Elder Ronald A. Rasband pays special tribute to the roles…
BYU Jerusalem Center students returning home at the end of the month
Recent update comes after attacks in southern Israel move students…
Funeral Information for Kathleen Johnson Eyring
A public viewing will be held on Friday, Oct. 20,…
Bonnie H. Cordon named new president of Southern Virginia University
The former Young Women general president, who finished her general…
Meet the 2 new members of the Relief Society general advisory council
They will assist the Relief Society general presidency in meeting…
Elder Meredith Inaugurated as 18th President of BYU–Idaho
In the inaugural charge, Elder D. Todd Christofferson tasks President…
The Feather River California Temple will be a ‘beacon in this area,’ Elder Soares says at dedication
The dedication of ‘temples testifies that God has a divine…
Church is dedicating 6 temples in just 36 days — but as many have been dedicated in shorter times before
In April 2000, 6 temples were dedicated in a calendar…
‘Share our testimony through music’: 10 singers from around the world perform with the Tabernacle Choir in October 2023 general conference
The 10 singers are from Japan, South Korea, Hong Kong,…
Elder Soares shares his witness of the ‘God of all comfort’ with Church-endorsed chaplains
Latter-day Saint Apostle concludes 2023 Chaplain Training Seminar by individually…
1st day of 2023 Chaplain Training Seminar celebrates history of female chaplains
Other seminar speakers focus on the theme ‘God of all…
An inside look at the newly renovated St. George Utah Temple
What’s changed and what’s original following the renovation of the…
President Nelson announces 20 new temple locations, increasing Church’s total to 335 worldwide
In less than 6 years as President of the Church…
Relief Society and Young Women general presidents offer love and support in Maui ministry
‘Because you, our friends, are mourning, we are mourning,’ President…
Brother John G. Bytheway: 3 attitudes to help youth understand principles in the FSY guide
‘The FSY guide was not written to explain minimums of…
Unifying ‘Come, Follow Me’ for 2024
Single Book of Mormon manual for all ages, classes continues…
Young service missionaries to be integrated into teaching missions, Church announces
The integration for young service missionaries will begin in January…
Open-house reservations available for the Orem Utah Temple
The public open house is from Friday, Oct. 27, through…
Church Leaders Inaugurate Shane Reese as 14th President of BYU
President Oaks, Elder Christofferson, Elder Rasband and President Johnson participate…
Full-time missionary from Washington dies of illness in Philippines
Sister Taylor Erin Maw, of Washington state, died in the…
A first for the Church of Jesus Christ: 3 temples to be dedicated on same day — Sunday, Sept. 17
A look at the 3 dedications — in Brasília, Bentonville…
Historians introduce the Brigham Young Papers project and first volume of journals
People will learn and understand more about the second president…
Missionary handbook updates include clarifications, answers to common questions from missionaries and their leaders
Updates range from using time wisely, communicating with friends and…
‘We have the people ready and willing to help’: Church provides temporal relief on Maui after wildfires
The Church announces $1 million donation to American Red Cross.
Church donates $10 million to UNICEF to help mothers and children
Donation aims to help UNICEF serve vulnerable women and children…
Open house reservations available for historic St. George Utah Temple
The public open house runs Friday, Sept. 15, through Saturday,…
Feather River California Temple opens with media tours, publication of interior and exterior images
See 29 photos — inside and out — of the…
President Eyring blesses Saratoga Springs temple to be a place of physical and spiritual refuge
Read the dedicatory prayer for the Saratoga Springs Utah Temple,…
Massive, deadly Hawaii fires affect Latter-day Saints and their neighbors
Church meetinghouses used as evacuation centers.
‘God did not send us here to fail,’ Elder Soares teaches Latter-day Saints in Maceió, Brazil
Develop faith in Jesus Christ and trust in Heavenly Father’s…
Open house reservations available for Okinawa Japan Temple
The public open house begins Saturday, Sept. 23, and goes…
September Friend to Friend to teach about covenants and blessings
Primary children, leaders and parents are invited to watch the…
Together in Christ: The ‘unprecedented’ OneRepublic concert for young single adults
‘There’s something about music that brings people together,’ says Ellis…
President Nelson shares 6 ways to disagree in a Christlike way
‘Differences of opinion are part of life,’ President Nelson says.
Political leaders and national media converge on Brasília to see the country’s newest temple
The temple in Brazil’s capital city will be the 10th…
110 People Baptized in Two Days in Two Cities in Nigeria
73 were baptized on June 24 in Makurdi and another…
Site location announced for Bakersfield California Temple, rendering released for Cleveland Ohio Temple
The two are among the 50 new houses of the…
Video: Celebrating the life and ministry of Sister Patricia Terry Holland in photographs
Church News video honors Sister Holland, 1942-2023, a former general…
Missionary strength comes from persistent efforts to live covenants, says Sister Craven
‘The lessons you learn and the spiritual habits you develop…
10 videos to better understand the need for religious freedom
In recent years, Church leaders have repeatedly spoken about the…
Groundbreaking dates set for 2 temples in California, Texas
Elder Sabin will preside at the Modesto California Temple groundbreaking…
‘Small light makes a big difference,’ says President Johnson at Notre Dame Religious Liberty Summit
With more than 30 years of legal experience, Relief Society…
Celebrating the 50th anniversary of the 1st stake in South Korea
2023 is the ‘Seoul Stake 50th Anniversary Year,’ to remember…
The ripple effect of the Prophet’s counsel to young adults
In the past year, leaders within Church education have shared…
Latter-day Saint Kenneth Rooks falls but storms back to win steeplechase national championship
The BYU junior became a popular topic on social media…
How FamilySearch is participating in the U.S. capital’s largest cultural festival
The annual Smithsonian Folklife Festival, held in Washington, sees half…
Brother Bradley R. Wilcox: New resource helps youth to ‘Take Charge of Technology’
The Church has created a new tool that provides a…
Religious liberty should ‘benefit society as a whole,’ says President Oaks
‘Religious freedom is not just the right to believe; it…
Dedication, open house dates announced for Lima Peru Los Olivos Temple
Elder Christofferson to dedicate the temple Jan. 14, 2024, making…
Focus on the Lord Jesus Christ and ‘you will know how to resolve every challenge,’ President Nelson promises mission leaders
Understanding eternal laws — and following them — will always…
Know someone thinking about suicide? New video explains how to ask, care, tell
Church resources can help leaders and individuals assist someone in…
Elder Stevenson dedicates Helena Montana Temple, ‘a testament’ to testimony, strength of local Latter-day Saints
The Church’s 178th dedicated house of the Lord means temple…
President Nelson asks for examples of peacemakers
‘Who is someone in your life who has built peace?’…
Tabernacle Choir begins new tour in Mexico City
The Tabernacle Choir, Orchestra at Temple Square arrive in Mexico…
Church releases final Joseph Smith Papers podcast, on martyrdom, ‘Road to Carthage’
The 8-episode series explains the history of the murders of…
Latter-day Saint returned missionary Kenneth Rooks wins NCAA championship in steeplechase
Serving most of his mission in Uganda may have helped…
First Presidency letter emphasizes Latter-day Saints’ participation in elections and civic affairs, reaffirms political neutrality
The June 1 letter cautions against voting by ‘tradition’ or…
Elder Holland shares an update on his health
After taking two months off from official Church assignments and…
How President Ballard paid homage to past Prophets in the rededicatory prayer for the Columbus temple
President M. Russell Ballard recognized the dedicatory prayers of the…
To be ‘endowed with power’: President Ballard rededicates Columbus Ohio Temple
After an extensive 3-year renovation, President Ballard rededicates the Columbus…
The blessings of age — Elder Holland’s essay on the First Presidency
Elder Jeffrey R. Holland describes the maturity and judgment of…
Elder Wayne M. Hancock, emeritus general authority, dies at age 91
Elder Hancock also served as president of the Utah Provo…
First Presidency releases site of Charlotte North Carolina Temple, just 8 weeks after it was announced
The second house of the Lord in the state —…
In honor of his 90th birthday, President Eyring shares lessons he’s learned from his wife, Prophets and 38 years of Church service
Looking back over nine decades, President Eyring says every good…
Want to join the Tabernacle Choir? Applications open June 1
The annual application and audition process to be in the…
‘Combine and apply both law and love,’ President and Sister Oaks encourage young adults
In Worldwide Devotional for Young Adults, President Oaks echoes President…
VIDEO: Almost 90, President Eyring reflects on his own baptism, covenants
President Henry B. Eyring, who will turn 90 later this…
Dedication, open house dates set for McAllen Texas Temple
Elder Dieter F. Uchtdorf to dedicate the McAllen temple on…
This Mother’s Day on social: Church leaders pay tribute to mothers
Read what Elder Dieter F. Uchtdorf, President Camille N. Johnson,…
‘Get understanding,’ Elder Gary E. Stevenson says as he receives honorary doctorate at Utah State University
In a video at the event, graduates hear Elder Stevenson’s…
Elder Soares promises that living by ‘Preach My Gospel’ principles can sustain missionaries in service and life
The Apostle uses touching anecdotes and teaching from scriptures and…
‘God’s power is both within us and very much within our reach,’ says Elder Dunn at Ensign College
‘We have the potential to accomplish some incredible — make…
President Dallin H. Oaks dedicates the Richmond Virginia Temple, saying ‘Jesus Christ Himself is the chief cornerstone’
As President Dallin H. Oaks walked through the Richmond Virginia…
VIDEO: Missionaries should ‘let the world know who you are,’ President Ballard says
While ministering in England, President Ballard, Elder Holland and Elder…
Elder Pearson at interfaith fireside: Religions ‘add immeasurably to the quality of life’
Elder Kevin W. Pearson, Utah Area president, spoke alongside members…
Seek for covenant belonging, BYU-Hawaii president encourages students
In the opening devotional for the semester, BYU–Hawaii President John…
Changes coming to ‘Come, Follow Me’ in 2024
Consolidation of teaching resources aimed at continuing the simplification of…
Temple in Canada to close this fall for renovations
The Toronto Ontario Temple will close in October for a…
Elder Gong invites BYU students to write their own best story
In the last devotional of the winter semester, the Apostle…
Vanuatu’s president, prime minister join groundbreaking services for Port Vila temple
Elder K. Brett Nattress, the Church’s Pacific Area president, offers…
How to follow the Church’s worldwide humanitarian efforts online
New website, Facebook and Instagram accounts reflect the mission of…
‘You bless the one, you will bless the whole,’ Sister Yee tells missionaries
During a Tuesday night devotional at the Provo MTC, Sister…
Church leaders, historians reflect on Joseph Smith Papers as project nears its end
The Church of Jesus Christ went to great lengths, investing…
What’s the current status for the 118 temples announced by President Nelson?
Of the 118 temples President Nelson has announced in the…
New ‘The Redeemer’ Easter concert celebrates Christ’s life, ministry through sacred music, artwork, video
Produced by the Church’s European areas and featuring violinist Jenny…
Temple Square renovation update: Salt Lake Temple’s estimated completion date amended to 2026
Unexpected challenges, setbacks move anticipated completion from previously announced 2025…
2022 report: Church expenditures total more than $1 billion for those in need
Members participated in 6.3 million hours of volunteer work and…
See how many donations were made at the 2022 Light the World Giving Machines
Almost a half-million people donated at Giving Machines locations around…
Church reducing water usage by billions of gallons; Bishop Waddell outlines Latter-day Saint water conservation efforts
Bishop Waddell discusses record donation of water rights toward restoring…
Lost journal of Martin handcart pioneer found and donated to Church History Library
More than 165 years after 19-year-old Joseph Crossley wrote about…
President Nelson to receive Gandhi-King-Mandela Peace Prize from Morehouse College
Historically Black college in Atlanta honors President Nelson for his…
More than 700 Indigenous members of the Church from dozens of communities around the world gather in Arizona
During the 2-day “Gathering of Tribes” in Arizona, participants attended…
How Elder Andersen’s ‘small life’ became enlarged through serving and repeatedly ministering in Brazil
Elder and Sister Andersen complete a 9-day ministry visit to…
Friend to Friend teaches ‘We Are God’s Children’
The first Friend to Friend event of 2023 features videos,…
Elder Christofferson testifies of Christ in Ghana
During meetings in Accra, Elder D. Todd Christofferson speaks of…
Elder Renlund ministers to Latter-day Saints in 5 Central American countries
‘Nobody in this Church needs to do everything, but everyone…
‘I felt loved and embraced by the Savior’: Recife Saints welcome Elder Andersen in his ministry to Brazil
The Apostle and his wife embark on 9-day ministry with…
2023 Temple and Family History Leadership Instruction offers council example, personal application
Elder Bednar, Elder Gong lead discussion with focus on sequences,…
President Ballard connects with ‘fellow missionaries’ at Provo MTC devotional
‘Apostles are missionaries, too — full time, until we die,’…
Latter-day Saints and missionaries joined by hundreds of friends in Mozambique to hear an Apostle of Jesus Christ
Elder Quentin L. Cook shares his love for the Savior…
First Presidency announces site location for Vitória Brazil Temple
The temple is one of 18 in Brazil that is…
See the works of the 6 Visitors’ Choice Award winners from the 12th International Art Competition
The six — including one video entry — were among…
Actor Sean Astin — aka ‘Samwise,’ ‘Rudy’ — will be a keynote speaker at RootsTech 2023
Astin’s keynote address is scheduled to take place at the…
In Madagascar, Elder Cook invites Latter-day Saints and their families to focus on the Savior
“We are grateful you are having children and bringing them…
First Presidency’s directive for Easter Sunday: Sacrament meetings only, with a Christ-centered focus
‘During the Easter season we can strengthen our faith in…
‘Live together with mutual respect for one another’s differences,’ says President Oaks
Speaking to Latter-day Saints in Chicago, President Oaks emphasizes the…
‘Service changed my life’: The protective factor of service in combating feelings of depression and anxiety
Through programs like JustServe, teenagers who serve others can help…
What online and in-person participants can expect to find at RootsTech 2023
RootsTech 2023 will feature keynotes speakers, Latter-day Saint leadership instruction,…
Europe Central Area presidency offers statement of empathy, support following quake that devastates Turkey, Syria
The statement, issued the same day as a quake that…
‘Parents, we need to be all in,’ Young Women general presidency says of new ‘For the Strength of Youth’ guide
‘I hope we listen louder than we speak as we’re…
Satellite bishops’ storehouse in Maui, Hawaii, helps those in need in unique way
Church works to meet challenges of living on an island…
In Ensign College Q&A, Elder Bednar turns focus to role of the Holy Ghost
The member of the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles also…
Young single adults throughout Fiji gather for 5-day conference
Conference mixed spiritually uplifting devotionals and discussions with opportunities for…
Elder Soares speaks of ‘compassionate pattern’ set by the Savior
‘When we actively follow this pattern, the Lord opens the…
How a ‘miraculous’ river crossing at the Johannesburg FSY taught youth to ‘trust in the Lord’
Over 500 youth made it across the flooded river, either…
From the United Kingdom to Tonga, 10 notable sites connected to the Church’s history outside the U.S.
See the Benbows’ home and pond in England, where John…
Elder Gong encourages youth to look for spiritual trail markers that lead to Christ
Worldwide devotional also features Young Women General President Bonnie H.…
How refugees in Spokane have found belonging and support among Latter-day Saints
New Church video ‘Christlike Service to Refugees’ shares stories of…
Watch Elder Bednar’s Second Live Q&A on Instagram
Apostle speaks about Jesus Christ, the sacrament, repentance, covenants and…
Salt Lake Temple and Temple Square renovation: Revisiting 2022 progress and projecting 2023 efforts
Church also provides recent photos, video and link detailing the…
‘You cannot separate Jesus Christ from the Church,’ teaches Elder Hamilton at BYU devotional
‘Why a church?’ asks — and answers — the General…
Plans for Anchorage Alaska Temple — resizing, reconstructing and relocating
First Presidency announces plans to build the enlarged temple on…
‘Thank you, Mary,’ President M. Russell Ballard memorializes Sister Hales at her funeral
‘Sister Hales always placed the needs of others above her…
RootsTech 2023 Family Discovery Day will feature keynote by Elder and Sister Gong
Elder Gerrit W. Gong of the Quorum of the Twelve…
President Cordon to BYU–Idaho students: The Lord ‘is eager to guide us if we will trust Him’
‘Christ’s promise is sure ― He will direct our paths…
American Idol winner Jordin Sparks announced as keynote for RootsTech 2023
Sparks is the first keynote speaker RootsTech has announced for…
A prophetic promise fulfilled: San Juan Puerto Rico Temple is dedicated
President Russell M. Nelson’s assurance that ‘better days are ahead’…
Sister Mary Hales, wife of Elder Robert D. Hales, dies at age 90
President Nelson described Sister Hales as ‘one of the noble…
Training the trainers: New leaders for Church’s 10 MTCs gather together for first time
This year’s seminar for new MTC leaders is the first…
Elder and Sister Holland ask young adults to ‘shine the brightness of your hope’ on a world filled with heavy challenges
During a Worldwide Devotional for Young Adults, Elder Holland and…
FamilySearch announces new name for Family History Library. Here’s why
‘The name changes will better align local centers with FamilySearch’s…
President Russell M. Nelson’s prophetic ministry: 5 years of historic leadership, revelation and invitations
President Nelson was set apart as the 17th President of…
How missionaries are in a divinely appointed orbit, teaches President Johnson at Provo MTC
Relief Society General President Camille Johnson details orbit in terms…
What does it mean to ‘do all things through Christ?’ The Young Men and Young Women general presidencies on the 2023 youth theme
‘If we choose to truly understand and act on those…
Watch the music video for the 2023 youth theme song ‘I Can Do All Things Through Christ’
For the artist, the message of the song is simple…
BYU scholar offers 4 keys to help understand the New Testament parables of Jesus
‘Parables are earthly stories with heavenly meanings,’ says Gaye Strathearn.
Temple milestones in 2022, Part 1: Dedications, rededications just a part of Church’s historic temple building
Total temples reach 300, dedicated temples at 175 and most-in-a-year…
Utah’s R.J. Hubert reflects on lessons learned in adversity, faith before return to Rose Bowl
The Latter-day Saint from Logandale, Nevada, served a mission in…
How to make 2023’s study of the New Testament with ‘Come, Follow Me’ the best yet
‘The study of the New Testament in 2019 was the…
Find love, hope and joy in the Promised Messiah this Christmas season, President Eyring writes
‘The spirit of love is the spirit of Christmas,’ President…
Church announces 2 new resources to help parents and Primary teachers teach children about covenants
New resources can be found in the appendices of the…
Church announces Sunday second-hour meetings are to open with a prayer
Beginning immediately, Sunday School, elders quorum, Relief Society, Aaronic Priesthood…
Stories of hope, rescue and surprise guest at the Tabernacle Choir’s Christmas concert
Singer Lea Salonga’s voice soared through the Conference Center and…
Focus on children and youth, Elder Holland tells Spanish-speaking devotional in California
While in Ventura, California, Elder Jeffrey R. Holland speaks to…
VIDEO: President Ballard on the impact of ‘Preach My Gospel’
President Ballard shares how the missionary guide was created and…
130,000 fruit trees to bless lives in Tanzania, Africa
Church donates first portion of fruit tree seedlings to schools,…
How this year’s #LightTheWorld campaign helps people focus more on Jesus Christ
Instead of following a calendar, people can ask themselves, ‘How…
Europe-produced ‘Witnesses of Christmas’ program connects holiday symbols to the Savior
The annual Christmas program features European performers, European carols, narration,…
Inside Church Headquarters: A glimpse into the Church’s welfare and humanitarian efforts
From the bishops’ storehouse at Welfare Square, the Presiding Bishopric…
Church makes donations to 46 libraries in Rio de Janeiro
Donation is part of the “Leitura para todos” (“Reading for…
President Cordon’s message for youth in Japan, Mongolia and Korea
‘You are a powerful generation,’ President Cordon tells youth in…
‘Strengthening Young Single Adults’ notice emphasizes callings, committees and ‘gathering places’
Married members should be considered for release from all YSA…
Sites released for 6 temples worldwide
The First Presidency has released the locations of six temples…
Giving Machines now open in 4 more locations: Sacramento, Glendale, Orem and Salt Lake City
See the unwrapping celebrations as the 2022 Giving Machines open…
The essential lesson President M. Russell Ballard taught missionaries in Gilbert, Arizona
Two Latter-day Saint Apostles teach principles of missionary work.
Apostles Dedicate Temples in Ecuador and Brazil
On Sunday, November 20, 2022, two temples of The Church…
Inside Church headquarters: What is the Presiding Bishopric? What do they do?
‘The Church is made up of millions of members ...…
‘Complicated euphoria’: Historians, archivist tell about finding new records for the Joseph Smith Papers
‘I had a mixture of shock, surprise, I started crying…
Elder Rasband invites members in Brazil to be ‘preachers of peace’
Elder Rasband’s visit to Brazil included stops in Natal, Recife,…
What Elder Christofferson taught and learned in the Democratic Republic of the Congo
‘We see a vibrant Church,’ says Elder D. Todd Christofferson…
Elder Holland promises Finnish Latter-day Saints: ‘We will have peace and prosperity for the rising generation’
Elder Jeffrey R. Holland concludes 3-nation European ministry by addressing…
A gift from baby Grant: Turning tragedy into hope for others
A family’s donation to Intermountain Primary Children’s Hospital in the…
Elder Holland to German Latter-day Saints: ‘Whatever the question, the answer is the gospel of Jesus Christ’
‘This is God’s very truth,’ Elder Jeffrey R. Holland testifies…
Elder Bednar to MTC missionaries: Learn the importance of sequences and ‘put Christ first’
The gospel is about individual, covenant connections with the Savior,…
Elder and Sister Holland promise Ukrainian refugees in Germany: ‘Things are going to be all right’
During ministry visit to Germany, Elder Jeffrey R. Holland meets…
‘Luz de Las Naciones’ celebrates 20th anniversary in ‘special’ return to Conference Center
More than 500 musical artists representing a variety of Latin…
VIDEO: ‘Women are a vital voice,’ President Ballard says
President M. Russell Ballard says women have the ‘most important…
‘This is the time for Mexico,’ Elder Gong tells young adults in Cancún
Elder Gerrit W. Gong invites young adults in the Yucatán…
Ground broken for Willamette Valley Oregon Temple
Located in a suburb of Eugene, the temple will be…
President Camille N. Johnson: What must women and men do to have access to priesthood power?
‘We have the right to access priesthood power by virtue…
Elder Uchtdorf encourages building ‘a strong foundation for the future’ during ministry in southeast Asia
In Thailand, Elder Uchtdorf made a surprise visit to the…
VIDEO: President Ballard on how councils are ‘Guiding the Church’
‘The Quorum of the Twelve Apostles and … the First…
Elder Rasband asks Weber institute students to ‘be moral, ethical and honest’
In an institute devotional address, Elder Rasband explains how personal…
How ‘we can change the world,’ Elder Holland tells young adults
Speaking to the students of the Ephraim Utah Institute, Elder…
Meet the non-Latter-day Saint sheriff who tried to bring Joseph and Hyrum Smith’s killers to justice
Minor Deming was a man of principle who faced persecution…
Elder Soares offers counsel, blessing in response to young single adults’ heartfelt questions
‘You will find answers to the deep and important concerns…
Church reopens Kyiv Ukraine Temple for ordinance work on a limited basis
Armed conflict in Eastern Europe prompted the Church to close…
President Nelson offers 6 steps to becoming ‘true disciples of Jesus Christ’
Addressing Latter-day Saints in British Columbia and Alberta, President Nelson…
‘A beacon of light and a place of hope’: Elder Uchtdorf rededicates Hamilton New Zealand Temple
Dedicated in 1958, the South Pacific temple with a storied…
Brother Bradley R. Wilcox: How do we help young people make good choices based on principles?
With announcement of new ‘For the Strength of Youth’ guide,…
How a BYU football player’s career-ending injury led him to be cast as Captain Moroni in the Book of Mormon Videos series
Looking back on his remarkable journey, Langi Tuifua has learned…
Why Elder Bednar told Saints in Switzerland the gospel ‘is for you’
In a country full of different languages and cultures, Elder…
Why President Nelson says ‘more will come’ for Heber Valley as ground is broken for new temple
Less than one week after he announced 18 new temples,…
For the first time, two women called to serve with Church’s Military Advisory Committee
‘These women are both pioneers in their respective fields, as…
VIDEO: The challenging time in Elder and Sister Holland’s lives when they had to focus and ‘Live by the Spirit’
When Elder Jeffrey R. Holland was president of BYU, Sister…
A by-the-numbers look at the 118 temples announced by President Nelson
The geographic breakdowns, firsts, multiples and more of the temples…
President Nelson announces 18 new temple locations, including 4 near Mexico City
Prophet closes October 2022 general conference with invitation to ‘focus…
Book of Mormon Videos season 4 debuts with Savior’s ministry in the Americas
The newest season will have nine episodes with new releases…
A look back at the history of the Joseph Smith Papers, its impact and what’s coming in 2023
Two historians and editors of the Joseph Smith Papers provide…
Called to serve, invited to sing: The purpose — and power — of the Provo Missionary Training Center choir
No auditions or previous experience necessary for the choir comprised…
Temple Square renovation update: Pavilions, underground building to provide new guest experience
Construction is underway where the South Visitors’ Center once stood.
President Nelson writes about the power of love, mercy in covenants with God
President Nelson’s article ‘The Everlasting Covenant’ is in the October…
Watch Elder Bednar’s live Q&A on Instagram
This is the first time a leader in The Church…
Church releases site for new Teton River Idaho Temple
Initially announced as “Rexburg North,” the recently renamed temple will…
Groundbreaking date, exterior rendering and site location released for Heber Valley Utah Temple
First Presidency announces Oct. 8 groundbreaking date, with Elder Duncan…
12 experiences of people who followed President Nelson’s invitation to end a personal conflict
In April 2022 general conference, President Russell M. Nelson invited…
VIDEO: President Oaks reflects on the teachings of women in his life
‘I am a product of the teaching of women,’ says…
President Oaks asks BYU: ‘How are we measuring up’ to President Kimball’s 1975 call to be ‘unique,’ ‘special’?
‘Dare to be different,’ First Presidency counselor challenges students, faculty…
Elder Cook addresses Ukrainian Latter-day Saints: ‘We are aware of the incredible challenges you are facing’
Members can face tragedies and hardship with faith and confidence…
Elder Renlund invites young adults to learn and understand the history of the Church
During a Worldwide Devotional for young adults on Sept. 11,…
VIDEO: How health challenges have brought Elder and Sister Holland closer to the Lord
“I have felt like everything I have done that’s been…
Elder Uchtdorf tells missionaries of a prison success story unknown for 46 years
Successful missionaries focus on what they can control — their…
‘We get to choose’ eternal destiny, President Worthen testifies to BYU students
In his opening devotional for the fall semester, BYU President…
In arson investigation, AFT offers $5K reward for info on Orem Utah Temple fire
Church makes statement decrying the increasing number of violent acts…
Montana teen hopes to fund his mission with winnings from NBC’s ‘American Ninja Warrior’
Latter-day Saint teen Evan Andrews was introduced to NBC’s ‘American…
First Presidency invites all to participate in October 2022 general conference
October 2022 general conference will include Saturday evening session for…
VIDEO: President Oaks calls temples a ‘great symbol of the continuity of life’
President Dallin H. Oaks recalls attending the dedication of the…
Church members respond in huge numbers to help eastern Kentucky flood victims
Volunteers from seven surrounding stakes spent two weekends cleaning up…
Elder Bednar: ‘It is unreasonable to claim that faith in Jesus Christ is unreasonable’
Apostle presents first of two-part devotional series on belief, sustained…
A surprise guest at the Ephraim Utah Temple groundbreaking, President Nelson honors central Utah’s history, pioneers
Rain interrupting the sacred ceremony was the ‘tears of joy’…
Elder Holland and three other Church leaders tell seminary students: ‘Let us bless you with our experience’
Elder Jeffrey R. Holland, Elder D. Todd Christofferson, President Camille…
How President Cordon learned to #HearHim after her grandson’s death
President Cordon shares how she found healing while fulfilling an…
Church historian, writer and leading voice for women’s history, Kate Holbrook, dies at age 50
Her family announced Holbrook’s passing from cancer on Saturday.
Sister Craig tells Brighton campers: ‘With the Holy Ghost as our guide … we can climb those mountains’
Sister Craig speaks at closing fireside for Brighton Girls Camp…
VIDEO: President Nelson, Church leaders on their experiences at the Washington D.C. Temple and in the ‘House of the Lord’
President Nelson, Elder Cook and Sister Wright share their experiences…
VIDEO: Elder Gong narrates video about welcoming all in the Savior’s Inn
‘As we create room in His Inn, welcoming all, our…
Elder Gilbert explains why the Church Educational System must have the courage to be different
Elder Clark G. Gilbert, Church commissioner of education, spoke at…
All teaching should center on the Savior, Sunday School general presidency says at BYU Education Week
'We teach about Jesus Christ no matter what we are…
What 100 years have looked like for BYU Education Week
Patrons first went to Brigham Young University for Leadership Week…
Calling every temple ‘a symbol of Jesus Christ,’ President Nelson rededicates the Washington D.C. Temple
Traveling for the first time since the COVID-19 pandemic began,…
In honor of his 90th birthday, President Oaks shares 12 lessons learned through the decades
During an interview held in honor of his birthday, President…
President Dallin H. Oaks: ‘We have got to think about religious freedom for all the children of God’
President Oaks speaks about the importance of religious freedom from…
President Nelson now the Church’s longest-living Apostle in the latter-day dispensation
A month away from his 98th birthday, President Nelson surpasses…
How to watch the 2022 Church Music Festival
The 90-minute concert will originate from the Conference Center Theater…
President Nelson to rededicate Washington D.C. Temple on Aug. 14
The Church’s entire First Presidency is among the 12 leaders…
President Nelson posts on social media: ‘Take charge of your testimony of Jesus Christ’
President Nelson points to 4 ways to strengthen a testimony…
VIDEO: ‘We are all descended from refugees’ President Oaks says as center in Rome works to help refugees there
The Joel Nafuma Refugee Center serves refugees with the help…
Divine nature and purpose: The incoming Relief Society general president’s message to women of the Church
As Primary General President Camille N. Johnson has met with children worldwide…
Apostles share examples, anecdotes of their personal ‘pioneers’
In honor of the 175th anniversary since the first company…
BYU star Courtney Wayment to race for the world steeplechase crown
It’s little surprise that Latter-day Saint track athlete Courtney Wayment moved quickly…
‘Your strength is Jesus Christ’ Elder Uchtdorf tells youth during surprise visit at FSY
In his first visit to a For the Strength of Youth conference…
Elder Cook, Europe leaders participate in U.K. conference on preventing violence, promoting religious freedom
Hundreds of delegates — representing charity, government, academic and faith…
FamilySearch hosts booth at popular São Paulo international book fair
This was the first time FamilySearch had a booth at…
What Elder Rasband and President Johnson taught Primary children in Alaska about the Holy Ghost
Before speaking at a Primary devotional in Anchorage, Alaska, Elder Ronald…
Temple District in Historic Nauvoo recognized with Award of Excellence from national historical association
The Award of Excellence is one of the association’s Leadership…
First Latter-day Saint branch organized in Gambia
The branch comes about three months after Elder D. Todd…
A joyful flood: Hundreds of baptisms occurring in Mozambique after COVID-19 restrictions ease
Around 900 baptisms have taken place in Mozambique in the…
President Eyring rededicates Tokyo Japan Temple, Church’s longest-operating in Asia
President Eyring, second counselor in the First Presidency, presided over…
Young Women: How to help create a Christ-centered and youth-led camp
What does a successful Young Women camp look like? Whatever…
In special sacrament meeting for mission leaders, President Nelson urges all to spend private time each day with the Lord
“As you reserve this precious time of preparation each day,…
Elder Christofferson ministers in Peru and Bolivia, encourages faith and fellowshipping
Members and missionaries of the Church and community leaders had…
Giving grace and finding peace through infertility
When women are mentioned in the scriptures, often it is…
First of 212 summer FSY sessions finishes with surprise visit from Elder Rasband
Elder Ronald A. Rasband tells youth they are part of…
Children are invited to learn more about temples in new Friend to Friend broadcast
Children ages 3-11, their parents and Primary leaders and teachers…
Church Members Welcome the Public to Open House Events in Three African Countries
In an effort to help others know more about The…
Summer of gathering for youth, YSAs as FSY conferences begin in U.S. and Canada
As For the Strength of Youth conferences begin this summer on Monday,…
Elder Nielson teaches BYU–Pathway students how the truth will set them free
What does it mean that the truth can make one…
Elder Bednar dedicates first temple in Guam, asking members to ‘connect Jesus Christ with the temple’
Elder David A. Bednar of the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles…
Elder Rasband visits southern Africa, meets with Mozambique president
A meeting in Maputo, Mozambique, this week marked the first…
See 8 exterior, interior images of new Praia Cape Verde Temple, which starts its open house this week
The Praia temple will be the 173rd dedicated temple of The…
Hundreds of women gather, make quilts during interfaith conference in Vernal, Utah
As around 400 women from different faiths stood and sang…
President Nelson asks young adults, ‘Decide what kind of life you want to live forever’
Addressing a capacity crowd in the Conference Center in downtown…
Youth and young adults lead tours at ancient tabernacle replica, pointing to Christ and temple covenants
In a large field adjacent to the Syracuse Utah South…
BYU’s Old Testament art exhibition arrives at perfect moment for ‘Come, Follow Me’ students
A new BYU-MOA exhibition — “Prophets, Priests, and Queens: James…
Watch 2 Apostles lead a ‘virtual tour’ of the iconic Washington D.C. Temple
Featuring an introductory message and invitation from President Russell M. Nelson,…
Born out of compassion and love, Primary Children’s Hospital in Salt Lake City turns 100 years old
Standing in the outpatient building of Intermountain Primary Children’s Hospital…
‘Never forget what you felt,’ Elder Stevenson tells Latter-day Saints in Rio de Janeiro
Latter-day Saints shared a consistent message from the grounds of…
Elder Stevenson dedicates Rio de Janeiro temple — the Church’s 8th temple in Brazil
“Brazil now has eight temples and eight more on the…
Focus on Christ and act on His strength, teaches Sister Neill F. Marriott at BYU devotional
“Where do you want to end up? Ultimately, we want…
Nigerian young single adults donate to help orphans after asking, ‘Have I done any good?’
Nigeria has over 200 million people, and it is estimated…
A historic first for temple dedications and rededications — and the senior Church leaders who do them
In less than five years, each member of the First…
More than 100 temples now in Phase 4, moving to normal operations
The number of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day…
Meet 7 of the inspiring women in ‘Saints, Vol. 3’
As it portrays world wars, technological changes and unprecedented Church…
Refugees and immigrants receive laptops and digital literacy training with help from the Church
Without a computer or internet access, other immigrants and refugees…
Latter-day Saint Ukrainian refugees find rest in Christ, kindness of others
Confusion and newness have defined much of the past several…
First Presidency Releases Statement on Passing of Orrin Hatch, Longest Serving Republican Senator in U.S. History
“Senator Hatch’s tireless efforts on behalf of his country have…
3rd ‘Saints’ volume shares global stories of hope, faith through pandemic, wars and challenges
A pandemic. Conflict in Europe. Financial insecurity. Racial injustice. These aren’t…
What the Church did to restore, refurbish the Washington D.C. Temple and why it matters
In the days before the Washington D.C. Temple open house…
Young Women general presidency: Answering the who, what and why of preparing for FSY
"You may have a lot of questions about FSY, so let’s…
Church helps give water tanks to residents affected by Australia’s ‘Black Summer’
Two years after devastating bushfires in Australia — a period…
Elder Holland’s message for Latter-day Saints on Easter — and every day of the year
With the Atonement in front of Him, the Savior looked…
Church donates more than 2.5 tons of food in Hong Kong during pandemic wave
The donation is enough for about 6,000 meals provided by…
First 37 of Church’s temples start gradual return to normal operations
Two years after The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day…
Elder Uchtdorf, a former refugee, promises Ukrainian refugees in Poland: ‘You are not alone’
Sunday, April 10, offered a few hours of light and…
Leaders break ground for Argentina’s 5th temple in Bahía Blanca
The Bahía Blanca Argentina Temple has moved into its construction…
Church announces 2 new missions in Europe
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints has announced…
How the Savior modeled service and community building for the latter days
Jesus Christ’s impact on God’s children is a paradox of…
How Church beliefs, practices and cultures contribute to body image
Teachings of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints…
April Will Bring New Closures to Temple Square, See the Latest Renderings
As part of the ongoing renovation on buildings and grounds…
Ukrainian refugees ministered to in many ways around Europe
“We are trying to do what Jesus would have us…
Elder Dale G. Renlund assures missionaries they need not be perfect to share Christ’s perfect message
God, he added, “has commissioned you, just the way you…
Ensure God’s First great commandment always comes first, Elder D. Todd Christofferson challenges BYU students
When a lawyer sought to entrap the Savior with this…
Elder Jeffrey R. Holland visits West Point, dedicating a new chapel and addressing those who protect freedom
During a time of international conflict and war — more…
‘Everyone belongs and we are all different’: Relief Society celebrates 180th anniversary of women ministering, serving
When the Relief Society was organized on March 17, 1842,…
First Presidency announces temples to ‘gradually return’ to normal operations
“Now that more people are immunized, we are pleased to…
President Nelson remembers Sister Donna Packer as a ‘mother, sister, saint and daughter of the living God’
Bearing testimony of the temple’s sealing power and of eternal…
How nearly $6 million in donations at 2021 #LightTheWorld Giving Machines showed ‘lovingkindness’
Some 300,000 people throughout the United States visited a Light the…
Worldwide youth Face to Face audience answering the query: ‘How do you trust in the Lord?’
During the worldwide Face to Face broadcast Wednesday, March 9,…
Australian Latter-day Saints spend hours helping those devastated by record-breaking floods
More than a hundred members of The Church of Jesus…
Feeling anxious? Or is it anxiety? Here’s how to find hope and help
Roy Bean, a marriage and family therapist and a Brigham…
Sister Donna Smith Packer, wife of the late President Boyd K. Packer, dies at age 94
Sister Donna Edith Smith Packer, wife of the late President Boyd…
Elder and Sister Soares share family and spiritual roots in Brazil during Family Discovery Day
Discovering family history includes more than seeking out ancestors and…
‘The blessings of power and protection’ — Temple and Family History instruction led by Elder Bednar, Elder Gong, President Johnson, Sister Aburto
“Joyfully Bound to the Savior through Ordinances and Covenants: The…
How JustServe and an FDA-approved stake center led to thousands of meals for kids
JustServe volunteers in the Chicago, Illinois, area adapted a Church building…
All Church historic sites now fully open to the public after pandemic closures
The Church closed the sites in March 2020 to in-person…
During special broadcast, President Nelson asks California members to seek truth, make and keep covenants, gather Israel
As members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day…
Elder Gong encourages looking to the future with faith at nationwide Philippines YSA devotional
In this 60th anniversary year of the Church in the Philippines,…
Serving a mission is like learning to ride a bike, President Bingham tells training missionaries
Relief Society General President Jean B. Bingham reminded training missionaries…
Learn about RootsTech 2022’s new and improved features that promise to bring more energy to the screen
The feeling as thousands cheer for a keynote speaker on…
Friend to Friend for children teaches about baptism, the Holy Ghost and the sacrament by ‘exploring’ the covenant path
The second Face to Face-style event of its kind, the…
Beloved aviator Gail S. Halvorsen — a.k.a. ‘The Candy Bomber’ — dies at age 101
Halvorsen’s generous efforts to deliver a bit of joy to…
Meetinghouse shooting victim Michael Fauber’s perspective on incident, injuries and increased testimony
Elder Michael Fauber — the full-time missionary of The Church…
In Valentine’s Day message, President Nelson asks for an increase in ‘lovingkindness’
Noting the mixed emotions that can come as Valentine’s Day…
‘The way the Savior loved’ — new welfare and self-reliance facility dedicated in Tucson metro
Calling Deseret Industries “a place of second chances,” Bishop L. Todd…
The Lord is the ultimate source for a lifetime of trusted answers, Young Women leaders say
Today, information is easily available. Technology and the internet enable…
Latest temple updates: For first time since reopenings, all 82 U.S. temples to offer all living, proxy ordinances
The last U.S. temple to move to Phase 3 operations…
Hundreds commemorate pioneers leaving Nauvoo as they retrace steps to frozen Mississippi River
Braving 10-degree Fahrenheit temperatures and subzero wind chills on Saturday,…
Church supports bipartisan nondiscrimination bill filed with Arizona state legislature
Similar to earlier legislative efforts on state and federal levels,…
From the ice to the broadcast booth: BYU grad Kate Hansen in Beijing for Winter Olympics
The “Dancing Olympian” is back at the games, but this…
Clean, safe, reliable: How a village in Uganda restored their water source
Most people in developed nations walk just a few feet…
Remembering ‘faith-infused actions’ of the Mormon Battalion 175 years later
Addressing thousands gathered in Old Town San Diego to celebrate…
Church representatives attend presidential inauguration in West Africa, receive assurances of religious freedom
For the first time in history, general authorities of The…
New responsibilities for Primary counselors among latest updates to the General Handbook
The Primary president may now assign a counselor to help…
Inside the first 18 months of the new mission in Ethiopia: Pandemic, civil unrest and lots of miracles
“It’s just been such a tremendous blessing and a privilege…
What 3 Apostles said about religious freedom for National Religious Freedom Day
Religious freedom is fundamental to societal well-being, and protecting all…
On the day honoring Martin Luther King Jr., President Nelson asks all to ‘labor together to abandon attitudes and actions of prejudice’
President Nelson wrote about his treasured friendship with the Rev.…
Temple Department reminds patrons of safety protocols as COVID-19 cases surge
The Temple Department of The Church of Jesus Christ of…
What Elder Soares taught missionaries about the doctrine of Christ and their missionary purpose
Missionaries can increase their understanding of the doctrine of Christ…
Brother David T. Lisonbee: 5 ways to talk to your son about serving a mission
A full-time mission can be a big part of the…
2 years of COVID-19: President Ballard’s message of optimism as cases surge
Nearly two years after President M. Russell Ballard declared the world will win…
Colorado wildfire: missionaries and Church members accounted for, but some lost everything
Nearly 500 members of The Church of Jesus Christ of…
Young Women and Young Men general leaders: 3 ways youth can ‘Trust in the Lord’ in 2022
After a year of engaging in “A Great Work” as…
Watch for Latter-day Saint Utes to play key roles in Saturday’s historic Rose Bowl game
On the roster of the University of Utah’s first football…
5 BYU soccer players leaving for missions following team’s historic national title run
Five freshmen from the Brigham Young University women’s soccer squad…
‘Christ was the example in all things,’ Elder Cook tells missionaries during special Christmas Day devotional
Speaking during a special Christmas morning devotional in the Provo…
Here’s what people have donated so far to #LightTheWorld Giving Machines in 2021
People love to give chickens. They are one of the…
VIDEO: Elder Cook explains the roles of 3 of the Church’s executive councils
Elder Cook — who was interviewed as part of the…
6 places the Prophet Joseph Smith spent Christmas
Joseph Smith Jr. was 2 days old on his first…
Typhoon Rai evacuees shelter in Church meetinghouse as storm hits Philippines
More than 130 people from villages around the Tacloban area…
President Nelson invites all to ‘make room in your heart’ this Christmas for those struggling to feel the Savior’s love
“The Christmas season is near and dear to my heart,…
President Oaks champions blessings of religious freedom in address to students in Rome
Freedom of religion and belief is an essential condition for…
First Presidency: Work underway on Salt Lake Temple renovation project ‘is truly remarkable’
Two years into the renovation of the Salt Lake Temple…
‘Astonished, impressed, gratified’: President Dallin H. Oaks rededicates Mesa Arizona Temple
After three and a half years of renovation work, the Mesa…
During recent visit to Oxford, Elder Cook talks about the ‘precious precursors’ to documents that ensure religious liberty
“One of the reasons that we are here is that…
Latest temple updates: All but 1 of Church’s 170 temples offering all living ordinances and at least some proxy ordinances
The sole temple update published Tuesday, Dec. 7, is the following…
Centenarian looks to participate in Mesa temple rededication — 94 years after attending original 1927 dedication
Ray, now 101 years old, can recall attending the 1927…
BYU cancels 2022 women’s conference as options are explored for 2023
BYU Women’s Conference — one of the largest gatherings of Latter-day…
All 10 U.S. #LightTheWorld Giving Machine locations are now open. See photos from each city
An enthusiastic crowd welcomed the opening of the iconic red…
Donors will #LightTheWorld in largest single-event blood drive in Florida history
Across Florida this Saturday, Dec. 4, hundreds of people will…
Youth from Utah and Texas team up for community family history project with BYU’s Record Linking Lab
A family history project for the Denton, Texas, community has…
164 of Church’s 170 temples now designated in Phase 3 for all living, proxy ordinances
In the 80 weeks since The Church of Jesus Christ…
New Zealand stake indexes 1.1 million records — thanks to help from youth ‘Indexathon’
Inspired by President Russell M. Nelson’s invitation to gather Israel,…
JustServe volunteers in Virginia recognized for helping Afghan refugees
With the prime time of the year for online shopping…
With 5 changes in 4 countries, 97.6% of all temples offering all living and at least some proxy ordinances
Operations at five temples of The Church of Jesus Christ…
Latter-day Saint artist designs Christmas stamps for U.K.’s Royal Mail
Latter-day Saint artist Jorge Cocco Santángelo’s art has been in…
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Latter-day Saint Charities pledges 12-month partnership to benefit community in Australia’s heartland
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Ground broken for new temple in Pago Pago, nearly 45 years after one was first announced for American Samoa
“This is an historic day for the wonderful Latter-day Saints…
Church dedicates a temple — the Winnipeg Manitoba Temple — for the first time in 20 months
Elder Gerrit W. Gong of the Quorum of the Twelve…
How handcart treks in Argentina are connecting youth with their Latter-day Saint pioneer legacy
On a hot October day at a farm near Córdoba,…
Latest temple updates: Quetzaltenango Guatemala Temple to begin offering all living, proxy ordinances
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What a national survey reveals about Latter-day Saints and their communities
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Under the baton of music director Mack Wilberg, the choir…
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Two Apostles encouraged members of The Church of Jesus Christ…
President Eyring points to then-unseen successes of Utah’s silkworm industry at monument commemoration
Returning to his boyhood ward, President Henry B. Eyring repeatedly urged his…
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Looking over a group of missionaries gathered in a St.…
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New Joseph Smith Papers podcast: Why the Nauvoo Temple is essential to understanding the Restoration
The Nauvoo Temple is the focus of the third Joseph…
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‘There is a hurry,’ Brother Wilcox says about education, repentance and gathering Israel
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Elder and Sister Holland: ‘How Growing Up in Rural Utah Shapes a Life’
Moments after being honored with the Rural Legacy Leader award…
See inside the Winnipeg Manitoba Temple as the open house begins
The open-house period for the Winnipeg Manitoba Temple — the…
Elder Uchtdorf counsels Church-endorsed chaplains to partner with the Master Healer and lift others
More than 200 Church-endorsed chaplains and spouses participate in annual…
Temple Updates: 2 Temples in South Africa, Tahiti Return to Offering All Living, Proxy Ordinances
Counting all the current and projected temples and districts operating…
Latter-day Saints from Liberia to Bolivia react to President Nelson’s announcement of 13 new temples
President Russell M. Nelson’s Sunday announcement of future temples in 13…
How Deseret Ranches of Florida — one of the largest U.S. cow-calf ranching operations — looks to sustain its legacy
Five years ago, Deseret Ranches centered its sustainability effort on…
Temple Updates: 2 South America temples to add proxy baptisms; 95% worldwide offering some proxy work
Two South America temples of The Church of Jesus Christ…
Martin Luther King III tells BYU students how to create the ‘beloved community’ described in his father’s ‘I Have a Dream’ speech
Speaking to the Brigham Young University campus community on Tuesday,…
How an online tool called ‘Become’ is helping users improve their relationship with Jesus Christ
In November 2020, The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day…
FamilySearch’s 2.4 million rolls of microfilm are now digitized. Here’s what this milestone means
A global effort to digitize FamilySearch’s collection of millions of…
4 More Temples to Offer All Living, Proxy Ordinances; 2 Paused Temples Returning to Limited Operations
Four temples of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day…
VIDEO: A missionary’s first ‘transfer’ — from online training at home to on-site at the MTC
With MTCs resuming on-site training, most new missionaries will begin…
Updates on Pago Pago American Samoa Temple groundbreaking: new date, new presiding leader
The new date is Oct. 30, delayed from the Oct. 9…
Elder and Sister Bednar teach young adults how to find answers to their own questions — ‘ask, seek and knock’
Each disciple of the Savior Jesus Christ has a personal…
9/11 and the myth, reality and miracles of New York City missionaries
On Sept. 11, 2001, life changed dramatically in and around…
3 More South American Temples to Offer All Living Ordinances; 1 Temple Resumes Operations, While 1 Pauses
Three temples in South America — two in Peru and…
How Latter-day Saint Helping Hands are serving Hurricane Ida victims in Louisiana
“The way people are showing up and responding, knowing the…
During his first public appearance since COVID-19, President Nelson honors Elder Davies for his tireless, valiant ministry
President Oaks said the members of the First Presidency have…
Elder Dean Davies, 69, dies of cancer after almost a decade of service as a general authority
His approachability, warm smile and understated wisdom earned him the…
Latest temple updates: 6 more temples to offer all proxy ordinances; 2 resuming after being paused
Six temples — five in Brazil and one in the…
First Presidency Announces Dates for First Temple Dedication in Nearly Two Years
After a year-long delay due to COVID-19 pandemic restrictions and…
Following Haitian earthquake, Elder Soares and Sister Aburto tell Caribbean members to view trials ‘through the eyes of faith’
Speaking of overcoming the challenges of the day, Elder Soares…
Latest temple updates: 4 in South America set to offer all living, proxy ordinances
Four temples in South America — two in Chile and…
20th anniversary of BYU–Idaho: How its creation is ‘one of the most important educational events of the Restoration’
On June 23, 2000, President Gordon B. Hinckley made an…
Two Mexico temples — Ciudad Juárez and Colonia Juárez – to begin offering all living, proxy ordinances
Counting all the current and projected temples and districts operating…
First Presidency urges Latter-day Saints to wear masks, be vaccinated
“We want to do all we can to limit the…
5 videos of Church leaders sharing family history stories during RootsTech Connect 2021
Here is a roundup of five videos from RootsTech Connect…
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Latter-day Saints at the Olympics: 5 medals, plus several records in Tokyo
From the rugby pitch to the shot put circle and…
President Oaks says God and absolute truth are fundamental to life on this earth
Marking the first time a member of the First Presidency…
Elder and Sister Bednar to host Face to Face for young adults in September
The Face to Face — titled “Ask, Seek, Knock” —…
95% of Church’s temples to be offering living and proxy ordinances by end of August
With this week’s announced operational changes for temples in Brazil,…
The 2022 youth theme comes from Proverbs. Read what it is
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8 Principles to Help Stake, Ward and Family Councils Be More Effective
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Latter-day Saints in the Olympics, day 5: Wins for volleyball, plus swimming
There were wins in volleyball, both out on the sand and indoor…
Latter-day Saints in the Olympics, day 3: Swimming, volleyball and more on gymnastics
In the third day of official Olympic competition, two athletes with…
Latter-day Saints in the Olympics, days 1 & 2: Volleyball, gymnastics, swimming, soccer, shooting
USA’s volleyball teams had their first matches, swimmers had their…
Four Temples in Four Countries Begin to Offer All Living Ordinances, Bringing Total to 120
Four temples of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day…
How lessons from the Mormon Battalion mustering are relevant 175 years later
On the 175th anniversary of the Mormon Battalion’s march, which…
Meet the 9 new members of the Primary general advisory council
Nine members have been called to the Primary general advisory…
Inside Church headquarters: Why the Church is governed by councils
From the beginning, God has done His work through organized…
Young Women general leaders: Goals are the process of becoming like Jesus Christ
Setting and achieving goals helps us progress and reach our…
80 of 89 U.S., Canadian temples now offering all ordinances, the rest to follow in August
Another four temples operating in Phase 2-B offering all living…
How the Gospel for Kids app can help children connect with the Savior at their level
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How the Doctrine and Covenants has changed over the years
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Inside Church headquarters: What President Oaks and President Eyring have learned about revelation in councils
Seated shoulder to shoulder in President Henry B. Eyring’s office…
100 temples now offering all proxy ordinances; 24 more to join later this summer
The number of temples of The Church of Jesus Christ…
New Zealand, Ghana MTCs join Provo MTC in resuming onsite training of new missionaries
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Helena Montana Temple’s 84 days from announcement to groundbreaking — how fast a turnaround?
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1 day, 1 family, 5 mission calls: The Faylor quintuplets prepare for missionary service
Nichole and Nathan Faylor had been waiting to become parents…
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In this Church News video, titled “Religious Liberty,” Catholic, Pentecostal…
Temple Update: 17 temples the latest to begin offering all proxy ordinances, with 84 total now operating in Phase 3
This update brings the current total of temples of The…
Society has become ‘tone deaf to the music of faith,’ says Elder Cook. Here’s the solution
Elder Cook delivered his remarks as part of the Interfaith…
As Temples in Utah Begin Offering All Proxy Ordinances, Here’s What the Utah Area Presidency Wants You to Know
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What President Oaks Remembers Best About His Seminary Teachers 70 Years Ago — And How it Can Help Teachers Today
The Church’s second-most senior leader expressed his love, appreciation and…
How the Church — and a 2-inch iron fish — are battling anemia in West Africa
A wise, oft-repeated proverb teaches that if you give a…
Latest temple updates: Mexico City, Vancouver temples to offer all living ordinances; 3 US temples latest to provide all proxy work
The latest operation upgrades for temples of The Church of…
Elder Renlund offers missionaries 14 principles on receiving personal revelation
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76% of temples will be open for proxy work by the end of July. Here’s what you need to know
The First Presidency of The Church of Jesus Christ of…
Three of Church’s Ten MTCs to resume limited on-site training in June
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May is Mental Health Month. Read what Church leaders have taught about it
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Latter-day Saint youth in Virginia create piece of art representing 10,000 acts of service
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Latest temple updates: Manhattan temple to offer all living ordinances, Mexico City temple no longer paused
Two temples of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day…
What Elder Soares taught BYU-Idaho students about finding peace in Christ amid adversity
“Coming unto Him does not tie us down or limit…
How a former Young Women general leader continues to serve women worldwide in her new role at the UN
As a member of the Young Women general presidency, Sister…
Latest temple updates: 8 temples in North America, Europe moving to proxy operations; 5 in Latin America no longer paused
As announced Tuesday, May 11, one temple in Europe will…
More than 2,400 youth volunteers ‘happy’ to sacrifice their Saturday morning for massive St. George clean-up
For the several thousand youth, young single adults and leaders…
How to support youth in planning Young Women camp and making it a place to ‘grow in unity and love’
As adult leaders, what can we do to “shepherd the…
Latest temple updates: 4 temples in Brazil unpausing, 30 temples elsewhere readying to offer proxy ordinances
Operations at five temples of The Church of Jesus Christ…
Elder Rasband concludes BYU Women’s Conference with focus on the divine destiny of daughters of God
As stated in The Family: A Proclamation to the World:…
How to make Relief Society a safe place for every sister, the general presidency emphasizes at BYU Women’s Conference
President Bingham explained that as the women of the Church…
Sister Eubank teaches how to neutralize shame involving pornography
“We used to teach our families to avoid pornography. That…
Latest temple updates: 31 temples in U.S., 6 other countries moving to new levels of ordinances being offered
Three temples in the United States and England will resume…
Missionary Department encourages missionaries to be vaccinated; those choosing not to will serve in home countries
Church leaders in the United States received the latest vaccination…
First Presidency announces 2021-2022 area leadership assignments
The First Presidency of The Church of Jesus Christ of…
BYU Women’s Conference: What to expect and how to watch
For 45 years, Brigham Young University Women’s Conference has provided…
Latest temple updates: Boston temple to offer all living ordinances, Sapporo temple joining 22 others prepping for proxy baptisms
As previously announced, 20 U.S. temples and one each in…
Elder Holland explains why a ‘divine’ missionary companionship should include the Holy Ghost
In a missionary broadcast given on Thursday, April 15, Elder…
Europe Area Presidency sends letter of condolence after passing of Prince Philip
On behalf of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day…
Latest temple updates: Philadelphia temple resumes all living ordinances; April’s move to proxy work for 46 temples began Monday
One temple of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day…
Utah Area Presidency asks local leaders to develop a plan to return to in-person Church meetings
“As infection rates in Utah continue to decrease and vaccinations…
What Church leaders taught about faith, revelation and single adults during the leadership session of general conference
Addressing the leadership session of the Church’s 191st Annual General…
7 temples moving to Phase 3 for all proxy ordinances; 42 receiving Phase 2-B status for proxy baptisms
Seven temples of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day…
Latest temple updates: Phase 2 status changes for 5 temples in California, Canada, South America
Five temples of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day…
Latest temple updates: New Phase 2-B announced; 4 South America temples changing due to local COVID-19 conditions
As announced Monday, March 15, two temples in Brazil and…
Area organization advisers: Women leaders in international areas to provide instruction, mentoring
With the growth of The Church of Jesus Christ of…
First Presidency announces some temple baptistries to open for small groups — including youth
The First Presidency announced Monday a new phase for reopening…
First Presidency announces Salt Lake Temple changes — increasing capacity, ending live sessions; Manti temple next for renovation
For both the Salt Lake and Manti temples, temple instruction…
Latest temple updates: 6 temples in Mexico, England, Peru to begin or resume Phase 2
Six temples of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day…
Elder Soares, Sister Aburto and other leaders promise peace to Native Americans enduring troubling days
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Latest temple updates: 5 temples — in Hawaii, Canada, Tahiti and El Salvador — to move to Phase 3 proxy work
They are the first temples in their respective countries to…
Starting a prison ministry: What some stakes are doing to help their local inmates
“We should be thrilled when those who are incarcerated progress.…
2021 Youth Music Festival kicks off with weekly video release
As part of the upcoming 2021 Youth Music Festival, the…
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The status changes are the latest as the Church continues…
In devotional to French-speaking young adults, Elder Andersen extends 6 belief-related admonitions
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What a story from Elder Soares’ youth taught Primary children during the Friend to Friend
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Latest temple updates: 1 Mexico temple moving to Phase 2; 7 in California returning to operations
With six temples of The Church of Jesus Christ of…
Primary children, meetings and activities the focus as Utah Area updates its COVID-19 safety measures
Mindful that Latter-day Saint children have been without Primary meetings…
7 tips from historians for studying the Doctrine and Covenants this year
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Latest temple updates: Status changes set for 12 temples in 9 countries — 6 to Phase 3, 6 to Phase 2
Within the next two weeks, 12 temples of The Church…
How a theft led one family to create a free food locker for the hungry
A few weeks ago, Xan Craven received a puzzling text…
Rebuilding in Beirut: How local members are recovering, helping others after deadly explosion
President Maroun Akiki was sitting at his desk near the…
Latest temple updates: Melbourne temple set for Phase 3, 5 temples returning to previous phases
Besides the Melbourne Australia Temple set to resume proxy ordinance…
At BYU devotional, Elder Bednar declares miracles have not ceased
Elder David A. Bednar of the Quorum of the Twelve…
Latest temple updates: 4 Pacific Area temples moving soon to Phase 3; 2 Chile temples paused
Four Pacific Area temples will be the next ones to…
‘Go on your way rejoicing,’ Elder Rasband tells missionaries worldwide in online devotional
Citing the examples and teachings of prophets and apostles from…
Three of the Six New Chapters from the General Handbook Concern Temple Work: Here’s What You Need to Know
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Latest temple updates: No temples moving to new phases; 3 pausing operations, 1 returning
For only the second time in the eight months since…
VIDEO: President Ballard’s invitation to pray for the United States has new relevance
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In 2021’s first temples-reopening announcement, seven South American temples of…
39+ announcements and changes in the Church since President Nelson became Prophet 3 years ago
Numerous changes and announcements have been made in the Church…
Why President Nelson has issued so many invitations over the past 3 years
In the year 2020 alone President Nelson has issued numerous…
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Beginning Jan. 4, 2021, four temples of The Church of…
Inspired leaders, Christ-like service helped Latter-day Saints endure 2020’s trials
Now 2020 is closing, and Latter-day Saints have perhaps pondered…
Latest temple updates: Nuku’alofa Tonga Temple the second to reopen for proxy work in Phase 3
A second temple of The Church of Jesus Christ of…
What Eliza R. Snow and Emmeline B. Wells learned about unity and persistence amid hardship in late 19th century
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Latest temple updates: Taipei Taiwan Temple first to formally reopen for proxy work in Phase 3
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints will have…
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Gospel learning and testimony building has not stopped for Primary…
VIDEO: Elder Jeffrey R. Holland shares his testimony, says pandemic is a time to draw closer to God
During 2020, a sobering time of pandemic, people across the…
Temple updates: 2 in South America to reopen, but COVID-19 conditions ‘pause’ or downgrade 15 in US, Canada, Mexico, England and Australia
In the 31 weeks of reopening temples following total closure…
Latest temple updates: In 30 weeks of reopenings, 156 temples are in limited operations, including 130 in Phase 2
The latest changes in temple status for Monday, Nov. 30,…
Take a look at invitations President Nelson has extended since he became Prophet
Since becoming President of The Church of Jesus Christ of…
Latest temple updates: 4 temples in Peru, Argentina reopening; 2 additional California temples paused
Four South American temples of The Church of Jesus Christ…
Young Women 150th Anniversary event highlights 4 key points for gathering Israel
In bringing together a virtual audience of young women from…
Latest temple updates: 2 temples advancing to Phase 2, 1 in US returns to Phase 1
Two temples of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day…
6 Apostles delivered messages to young adults in one day. Take a look at their counsel
In one day, six members of the Quorum of the…
Use 2020’s closing months to prep for 2021 changes to Young Women, Young Men groups
The final months of 2020 are the ideal time to…
The Church needs ‘modern stripling warriors’ to engage in today’s ‘crucial battles,’ President Ballard says
In the same devotional where President M. Russell Ballard referred…
Latest temple updates: Temples in California, Chile and Haiti moving to Phase 2
Four temples of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day…
Elder Gong says future Taylorsville Utah Temple already connecting people across generations and cultures
“It’s a very special blessing to participate in any temple…
Latest temple updates: Upcoming status changes announced for temples in California, Brazil
Two temples of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day…
5 lessons Sister Craig learned from the Salt Lake Temple renovation
Flanked by fences, cranes and other construction equipment, Sister Michelle…
Latest temple updates: 7 months after COVID-19 closures, 94% of available temples have reopened — 76% in Phase 2
On one hand, The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day…
Latest temple updates: Reopenings in Mexico, Honduras; Phase 2 upgrades in California, Washington, Mexico and Japan
With The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints announcing…
Why Young Women class presidencies are needed now more than ever
Living in a global pandemic does not mean that we…
The exclamation point of the final ‘amen’ is a single word — onward
As President Russell M. Nelson said “amen,” in his concluding…
Latest temple updates: First temple in Japan, last in Utah upgrading to Phase 2; Mexico with 11 in Phase 1
Two reopened temples of The Church of Jesus Christ of…
President Nelson calls upon Latter-day Saints ‘to lead out in abandoning attitudes and actions of prejudice’
After months defined by racial tensions, peaceful protests and lawless…
President Nelson announces 6 new temples — 5 outside of the US
By introducing the locations of six new temples at the…
20 years of ‘The Living Christ’: How the First Presidency and Quorum of Twelve continue to emphasize the Savior
President Russell M. Nelson — one of the five living…
Temple Updates: Status changes for temples in Hawaii, South America; 92% of all possible temples reopened, 67% in Phase 2
Six months after closing all 168 of its operating temples…
In 25 years, ‘The Family: A Proclamation to the World’ has gone from UN to Vatican and beyond
This week marks the 25th anniversary of The Family: A…
18 powerful invitations from April 2020 general conference by the First Presidency, Quorum of the Twelve and other Church leaders
As October 2020 general conference approaches, here’s a look back…
Latest temple updates: 146 reopened, with 103 in Phase 2, as 7 temples to change status
On March 25, The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day…
Temple Update: Just under 100 temples offering all living ordinances, as 10 more move to Phase 2
In the 20th week of The Church of Jesus Christ…
VIDEO: President Nelson turns 96 this week. Here’s a glimpse of his fast-paced ministry, historic leadership
A birthday “is just another day for me,” he told…
10 additional temples set to enter Phase 2 of reopening as 5 more enter Phase 1
In its weekly reopening of temples closed in March due…
First Presidency: Amid fear, isolation and sorrow of COVID-19 — the answer to conflict is faith
Capping a series of Church News articles on the COVID-19…
Winnipeg Manitoba Temple open house, dedication dates postponed due to pandemic concerns
Announced today on Newsroom, the postponement is The Church of…
Latest temple update: More temples now designated for Phase 2 reopening than are in Phase 1
For the first time in the 18 weeks of The…
Church announces youth theme for 2021
The 2021 youth theme for The Church of Jesus Christ…
20 more temples set for Phase 2 reopenings, including 15 in the U.S. and others in Canada, Brazil, Switzerland
Since temples of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day…
“There is always a way through”: Elder Holland addresses youth and adults in new message
Despite the unusual circumstances around this new school year, "The…
Wildfire forces Vacaville members from their homes as blazes burn across California
Several Latter-day Saint families are counted among the many Vacaville…
Kathryn Reynolds: Blessed by priesthood power as a single woman
A few vignettes, connected over time, have helped me better…
19 Additional Temples to Enter Phase 2 of Reopening, 8 More Enter Phase 1
Temples of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints…
First Presidency announces changes to Church magazines — Ensign title retired, New Era renamed
For the first time, families outside of English-speaking countries will…
Two sister missionaries recovering in Houston hospital following stabbings in apartment break-in
Two full-time sister missionaries of The Church of Jesus Christ…
BYU’s Vocal Point video features ‘choir’ of 800+ from more than 50 countries
Beloved by Latter-day Saint choirs and congregations as hymn No.…
VIDEO: What ancient and present-day temples mean to scholars of other faiths and Latter-day Saints
A new video released by The Church of Jesus Christ…
Emmeline B. Wells’ diaries give insight to women’s suffrage movement
In May 1895, an article in a national women’s magazine…
3 Latter-day Saint women receive prestigious Gates Cambridge scholarship
Madeleine Ary Hahne is seeking a doctorate degree as a…
3 lessons President Cordon learned from her ancestor’s coin in the Salt Lake Temple time capsule
Young Women General President Bonnie H. Cordon recently discovered a…
Opened After 128 Years: What’s inside the Salt Lake Temple time capsule?
“We did not expect to find much because we knew…
VIDEO: President Nelson talks about the ‘painful’ decision to close temples amid COVID-19
“The purpose of the Church is to bring the blessings…
How BYU’s committee on race, equity and belonging is connecting with the campus community
The newly formed Brigham Young University Committee on Race, Equity…
First Presidency announces changes to temple endowment ceremony, citing ‘a desire to enhance the temple learning experience’
The changes come as the Church resumes the performance of…
VIDEO: Sheri Dew narrates ‘A History of Serving’ embraced by Latter-day Saint women
This legacy of service has been “woven into Relief Society…
Learn how Eliza R. Snow Empowered Women by Studying Her Recently Released Discourses
Nearly 1,200 of Eliza’s discourses given from 1840 to 1887…
3 Ways the Family History Library Is Bringing Resources to Your Home
Access the Family History Library through online consultations, webinars and…
Latest temple updates: Phase 1 reopenings at 122, including London, Oakland, Fiji and four in Brazil
The seven announced Monday, July 13, to resume limited living…
Utah Area presidency urges Latter-day Saints in the state to wear masks in public
As Utah health officials reported a state single-day record of…
Elder Soares: How Sabbath observance during COVID-19 will prepare the Church for other challenges, pandemics
During this time of great vulnerability caused by the worldwide…
Elder Christofferson on How to Recognize the Promptings of the Spirit
Missionaries, taught Elder D. Todd Christofferson, can find in the…
How a virtual FSY in the Caribbean planned 1 year ago strengthened 3,000 youth during the pandemic
For Jennifer Fortuné, a 17-year-old in Haiti, last week’s virtual…
President Ballard Shares Four Things Mission Leaders Can Do to Receive Divine Direction from the Lord
President Ballard said the Lord has provided counsel and direction,…
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Elder Jeffrey R. Holland has often thought of the concern…
ProjectProtect concludes after six weeks with nearly 6 million masks
Six weeks ago, Relief Society General President Jean B. Bingham…
‘We believe in fathers’: Church leaders thank fathers and men everywhere
In a message to fathers, the Quorum of the Twelve…
Seventeen Church historic sites are getting new names. Here’s why
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On Monday, June 15, four additional temples were announced for…
Latest temple updates: More than half of Church’s temples in limited reopening as 12 more to start Phase 1
With the announcement of 12 more temples set to reopen…
9 truths from the bicentennial proclamation, Elder Rasband teaches missionaries
Speaking from the Joseph Smith Memorial Building in Salt Lake…
Primary: How music moves families toward greater spirituality
The First Presidency has reminded us, “Music has boundless powers…
Sister Aburto on women and priesthood — There is safety in counsel
I joined The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints…
Latest temple updates: 77 temples in limited reopening as 11 more temples start Phase 1 on June 8
For the fifth time in as many weeks, more than…
How COVID-19 pandemic restrictions reshaped a small-scale Layton temple groundbreaking
After the Layton Utah Temple groundbreaking ceremony was announced in…
President Jones on women and priesthood — Do you feel diminished?
I was recently asked a question by a very sincere…
Latest temple updates: 66 temples in limited reopening as 14 temples start Phase 1 on June 1
On Monday, May 25, 14 temples — including the first…
“There Is Not a Hint of Fear” among Senior Church Leaders during Pandemic, says Elder Renlund
He said it has been amazing to see the leaders…
Latest temple updates: A total of 52 temples in limited reopening as Church expands its phased efforts
For the third time in as many weeks, nearly 20…
Elder Andersen addresses ‘compensatory blessings’ amid COVID-19
COVID-19 did not surprise the Lord, and He will use…
Number of temples reopening doubles as Church expands its phased reopening efforts
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Being single amid COVID-19: Elder Christofferson asks members to ‘consider what it means to belong’
Now is a time that requires “a constant consciousness of…
President Bingham and Sister Eubank on what ‘gathering Israel’ looks like during COVID-19
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Faith to go and courage to come home: Returned missionaries share unexpected blessings of COVID-19 mission changes
In the coming years when Cody Myers’ children ask about…
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The temple “is a point of intersection between heaven and…
COVID-19: ‘Our precious missionaries are the pioneers of our day,’ says Elder Uchtdorf
Elder Uchtdorf said all missionaries, regardless of their circumstances, “have…
How NYC Church leaders are helping Latter-day Saints navigate through COVID-caused illnesses, job losses and deaths
Scores of members have been or are currently sick. A…
Here is a brief look at the 58 new Area Seventies
During the Saturday afternoon session of April 2020 general conference,…
The Special Request Sister Nelson Made of the Wives of General Authorities Before Conference
Sister Wendy Nelson, the wife of President Russell M. Nelson,…
What Latter-day Saints worldwide are doing to answer President Nelson’s call to continue ministering
Here are a few incidents of ministering around the world…
How these Latter-day Saints are finding strength, peace during the coronavirus pandemic
Read the personal experiences of members of the Church from…
Two Utah temples close after potential COVID-19 exposure
Church leaders announced Monday, March 23, the Oquirrh Mountain Utah…
What to know about temple adjustments — for living ordinances and more — as closures reach 44
As a follow-up to the March 13 letter regarding temple…
Why women in the Church should be following President Nelson’s invitation to study about the priesthood
Directly addressing the women of the Church during general conference…
Elder Callister on evidence for the Book of Mormon and why arguments against it fall apart
In his Tuesday, March 3, LDS Business College devotional held…
Antidote for anger — How Christ’s Atonement helped this returned missionary after being injured by drunk driver
“Morgan,” he said, “I’m the man who hit you….please, can…
Durban South Africa Temple: Connections with Zulu royal family
One day before he was to dedicate the Durban South…
Sports comeback after leg amputation: Young Latter-day Saint enabled by ‘hundreds of little blessings’
The growing likelihood of Drew losing his leg staggered the…
Latter-day Saint evacuees from Taal Volcano return to damaged homes, ash-covered streets
After spending 25 days in the Batangas Philippines Stake Center…
Elder Holland visits Peru, Ecuador during unique season in the history of the Church in South America
This is one of those seasons for Peru and Ecuador,…
Black History Month: Find your roots with FamilySearch’s ‘29 ways in 29 days’
Kayla Jackson is inspired by her grandmother, Marie Jackson Peoples.…
Elder Andersen reminds Thai Saints they are a ‘light on the hill’
Elder Andersen called the faithful members, whose sacrifices and devotion…
Dealing with feelings of anxiety and depression: How doing family history can help
After surviving her first year of teaching in northern Texas…
How a Latter-day Saint rocker-turned-CEO seeks gospel harmony in music, life
Latter-day Saint global business leader/bass guitarist/drummer Kevin Guest’s already broad…
President Nelson and the Apostles: Sharing the workload of a worldwide Church
With Elder Quentin L. Cook of Quorum of the Twelve…
If the prophet asked what he could do for you, how would you respond?
“If President Russell M. Nelson was standing here this morning…
The Salt Lake Temple is currently being decommissioned. What does that mean?
Hours after the Salt Lake Temple closed on Dec. 29…
Missionaries, Latter-day Saints reported safe following early-morning quake in Puerto Rico
Latter-day Saints and their neighbors across Puerto Rico were rattled…
Elder Tad R. Callister: How the Church ruins its members for any other church
While serving on assignment in the Pacific, a mission president…
President Oaks addresses issues specific to immigrants during Spanish-language meeting in Chicago
Leaders and members of The Church of Jesus Christ of…
9 Latter-day Saints killed in plane crash remembered for gospel-driven commitment to helping others
News of a Saturday, Nov. 30, plane crash in South…
Latter-day Saint couple falls in love again after wife’s memory loss
Laura and Brayden Faganello, who are members of the The…
Elder Holland Speaks to Historic Gathering of Saints in Southeast Africa
As Elder Holland addressed the large group of diverse Saints…
Scouting ends but camping continues, so ‘learn to love it,’ Young Men general leaders say
For those who might have been wondering if young men…
VIDEO: President Nelson, Elder Christofferson share the ‘great hope’ they feel for the Church’s future in Vietnam
It’s been 23 years since a prophet has visited Vietnam.
Violence, mass protests in Bolivia affect missionaries and Latter-day Saints
Latter-day Saints and missionaries in Bolivia are taking precautions to…
Look inside the first visitors’ center in South America
The visitors’ center — which includes interactive exhibits and a…
What is a bishop’s no. 1 responsibility and how can members help? Here’s what Church leaders say
President Russell M. Nelson said in the October general conference…
Prominent Muslim leader meets with First Presidency to build interfaith friendship
His Excellency Dr. Mohammad Abdulkarim Al-Issa, secretary-general of the Muslim…
Church leaders report on status of missionaries, members following Typhoon Hagibis
Amidst continued efforts in Japan to clean up and repair…
VIDEO: President Ballard, Elder Christofferson testify of the Restoration at Joseph Smith’s birthplace
In a new Church News video, both apostles testify that…
Update on missionary injured in car accident in Canada
Elder Dallin Thompson, the missionary who was critically injured last…
Why Elder Bednar didn’t want anyone to remember his words at this BYU-Idaho devotional
Addressing young adults in the congregation — as well as…
How a soccer club in Arizona is ‘fighting for the family’ with no Sunday play
After years of watching his sons on high-level soccer teams…
“Changes in Policy are Not New”: Apostles Discuss Core Doctrine vs. Policy in Face to Face Event
Elder Soares and Elder Christensen used examples from the scriptures…
How a sister missionary paralyzed in a hit-and-run car crash is ‘running to share the gospel’
A year had gone by since she was hit by…
How a quadriplegic is fulfilling his patriarchal blessing to ‘baptize and confirm many’
On June 1 in Cedar City, Utah, Jarom Hlebasko entered…
Video: Sister Wendy Nelson, Sister Mary Cook sing duet, share details of traveling with the prophet
In a Church News video, Sister Wendy Nelson and Sister…
Church News website, new mobile app now available in Spanish and Portuguese
More readers than ever before can have immediate access to…
From settling Salt Lake City to polygamy, volume 2 of ‘Saints’ is more ‘epic’ than the first
In the Book of Mormon, the Lord asks His children…
Elder Craig C. Christensen shares 8 principles that helped Joseph Smith through trials. Here’s why they can help millennials
Using examples from the life of the Prophet Joseph Smith…
FamilySearch Releases New Online Editing Tool for Indexed Records
“This has been the No. 1 feature request from our…
‘The Savior is the head coach’: How Navy’s challenging football season brought Ken Niumatalolo closer to Christ than he’s ever been
As a seasoned, media-savvy leader of a D1 college football…
BYU volleyball star Mary Lake strikes gold with Team USA during international tournament win
Mary Lake won’t forget competing with some of the world’s…
‘It is not coincidence’: A look at the remarkable history of the Church since its beginnings in French Polynesia 175 years ago
"They are a people of faith...I believe it is not…
This 93-year-old couple has served 23 missions for the Church. Here’s how they created a ‘legacy of love’
Joyce Nixon, 93, recently sat down on the edge of…
A look at the 90 year impact of ‘Music and the Spoken Word’ — the longest running continuous radio program
From a single man climbing a ladder and holding a…
Tony Finau, Elders John Groberg and Vai Sikahema talk Church growth in Tonga and the power of missionary work worldwide
As a young missionary first arriving in Tonga in 1953,…
Elder Rasband visits Eastern Europe, reiterates President Nelson’s promise that there will be a temple in Russia
Elder Rasband and Elder Kearon — along with their wives,…
President Nelson invokes 5 hopes, blessings upon new mission leaders
“We know that you have been called by prophecy and…
President Oaks speaks on dealing with anxiety, stress at BYU-Hawaii devotional
“Last year, about 10,000 of the students attending BYU-Hawaii, Provo…
Why Sisters Harkness, Cordon think Latter-day Saint African women are a powerful force for change
“The Church is young there, very young,” Sister Harkness said.…
VIDEO: Sister Wendy Nelson shares the struggles of how the Lord brought her and President Nelson together
Sister Wendy Nelson has many titles — doctor, gerontologist, and…
Latter-day Saint ‘hero’ shot twice after rushing gunman at Colorado school shooting
A Latter-day Saint teen was shot twice while helping fellow…
Relief Society general presidency addresses 4 key questions about women and the priesthood
Speaking to a crowd of more than 3,000 women in…
Hope from ashes: Why the Notre Dame fire is a symbol of rebirth during Holy Week
"If there is a moment when Christians should be ready…
The most important change that has to happen for the Church’s ‘unprecedented future’
President Nelson recently declared, “This is a hinge point in…
VIDEO: Apostles share why their friendship is the ‘strongest bond’ of brotherhood on earth
"Words are inadequate to describe the strength and the bond,…