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President Cordonâs message for youth in Japan, Mongolia and Korea
âYou are a powerful generation,â President Cordon tells youth in…
âStrengthening Young Single Adultsâ notice emphasizes callings, committees and âgathering placesâ
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?
âThe Church is made up of millions of members ...…
âComplicated euphoriaâ: Historians, archivist tell about finding new records for the Joseph Smith Papers
âI had a mixture of shock, surprise, I started crying…
Elder Rasband invites members in Brazil to be âpreachers of peaceâ
Elder Rasbandâs visit to Brazil included stops in Natal, Recife,…
What Elder Christofferson taught and learned in the Democratic Republic of the Congo
âWe see a vibrant Church,â says Elder D. Todd Christofferson…
Elder Holland promises Finnish Latter-day Saints: âWe will have peace and prosperity for the rising generationâ
Elder Jeffrey R. Holland concludes 3-nation European ministry by addressing…
A gift from baby Grant: Turning tragedy into hope for others
A familyâs donation to Intermountain Primary Childrenâs Hospital in the…
Elder Holland to German Latter-day Saints: âWhatever the question, the answer is the gospel of Jesus Christâ
âThis is Godâs very truth,â Elder Jeffrey R. Holland testifies…
Elder Bednar to MTC missionaries: Learn the importance of sequences and âput Christ firstâ
The gospel is about individual, covenant connections with the Savior,…
Elder and Sister Holland promise Ukrainian refugees in Germany: âThings are going to be all rightâ
During ministry visit to Germany, Elder Jeffrey R. Holland meets…
âLuz de Las Nacionesâ celebrates 20th anniversary in âspecialâ return to Conference Center
More than 500 musical artists representing a variety of Latin…
VIDEO: âWomen are a vital voice,â President Ballard says
President M. Russell Ballard says women have the âmost important…
âThis is the time for Mexico,â Elder Gong tells young adults in CancĂșn
Elder Gerrit W. Gong invites young adults in the YucatĂĄn…
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?
âWe have the right to access priesthood power by virtue…
Elder Uchtdorf encourages building âa strong foundation for the futureâ during ministry in southeast Asia
In Thailand, Elder Uchtdorf made a surprise visit to the…
VIDEO: President Ballard on how councils are âGuiding the Churchâ
âThe Quorum of the Twelve Apostles and ⊠the First…
Elder Rasband asks Weber institute students to âbe moral, ethical and honestâ
In an institute devotional address, Elder Rasband explains how personal…
How âwe can change the world,â 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 Smithâs killers to justice
Minor Deming was a man of principle who faced persecution…
Elder Soares offers counsel, blessing in response to young single adultsâ heartfelt questions
âYou 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 âtrue disciples of Jesus Christâ
Addressing Latter-day Saints in British Columbia and Alberta, President Nelson…
âA beacon of light and a place of hopeâ: 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 âFor the Strength of Youthâ guide,…
How a BYU football playerâs 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 âis for youâ
In a country full of different languages and cultures, Elder…
Why President Nelson says âmore will comeâ 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 Churchâs Military Advisory Committee
âThese women are both pioneers in their respective fields, as…
VIDEO: The challenging time in Elder and Sister Hollandâs lives when they had to focus and âLive by the Spiritâ
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 âfocus…
Book of Mormon Videos season 4 debuts with Saviorâs 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 whatâs coming in 2023
Two historians and editors of the Joseph Smith Papers provide…
Called to serve, invited to sing: The purpose â and power â 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 Visitorsâ Center once stood.
President Nelson writes about the power of love, mercy in covenants with God
President Nelsonâs article âThe Everlasting Covenantâ is in the October…
Watch Elder Bednarâs 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 âRexburg North,â 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 Nelsonâs 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
âI am a product of the teaching of women,â says…
President Oaks asks BYU: âHow are we measuring upâ to President Kimballâs 1975 call to be âunique,â âspecialâ?
âDare to be different,â First Presidency counselor challenges students, faculty…
Elder Cook addresses Ukrainian Latter-day Saints: âWe are aware of the incredible challenges you are facingâ
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
âI have felt like everything I have done thatâs been…
Elder Uchtdorf tells missionaries of a prison success story unknown for 46 years
Successful missionaries focus on what they can control â their…
âWe get to chooseâ 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 NBCâs âAmerican Ninja Warriorâ
Latter-day Saint teen Evan Andrews was introduced to NBCâs âAmerican…
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 âgreat symbol of the continuity of lifeâ
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: âIt is unreasonable to claim that faith in Jesus Christ is unreasonableâ
Apostle presents first of two-part devotional series on belief, sustained…
A surprise guest at the Ephraim Utah Temple groundbreaking, President Nelson honors central Utahâs history, pioneers
Rain interrupting the sacred ceremony was the âtears of joyâ…
Elder Holland and three other Church leaders tell seminary students: âLet us bless you with our experienceâ
Elder Jeffrey R. Holland, Elder D. Todd Christofferson, President Camille…
How President Cordon learned to #HearHim after her grandsonâs death
President Cordon shares how she found healing while fulfilling an…
Church historian, writer and leading voice for womenâs history, Kate Holbrook, dies at age 50
Her family announced Holbrookâs passing from cancer on Saturday.
Sister Craig tells Brighton campers: âWith the Holy Ghost as our guide … we can climb those mountainsâ
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 âHouse of the Lordâ
President Nelson, Elder Cook and Sister Wright share their experiences…
VIDEO: Elder Gong narrates video about welcoming all in the Saviorâs Inn
âAs 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 âa symbol of Jesus Christ,â 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: âWe have got to think about religious freedom for all the children of Godâ
President Oaks speaks about the importance of religious freedom from…
President Nelson now the Churchâs 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 Churchâs entire First Presidency is among the 12 leaders…
President Nelson posts on social media: âTake charge of your testimony of Jesus Christâ
President Nelson points to 4 ways to strengthen a testimony…
VIDEO: âWe are all descended from refugeesâ 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 presidentâs 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 âpioneersâ
In honor of the 175th anniversary since the first company…
BYU star Courtney Wayment to race for the world steeplechase crown
Itâs little surprise that Latter-day Saint track athlete Courtney Wayment moved quickly…
âYour strength is Jesus Christâ 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 â representing charity, government, academic and faith…
FamilySearch hosts booth at popular SĂŁo 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 associationâs 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, Churchâs 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
âAs 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 BYUâPathway 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 âconnect Jesus Christ with the templeâ
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, âDecide what kind of life you want to live foreverâ
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…
BYUâs Old Testament art exhibition arrives at perfect moment for âCome, Follow Meâ students
A new BYU-MOA exhibition â âProphets, Priests, and Queens: James…
Watch 2 Apostles lead a âvirtual tourâ 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 Childrenâs Hospital in Salt Lake City turns 100 years old
Standing in the outpatient building of Intermountain Primary Childrenâs Hospital…
âNever forget what you felt,â 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 â the Churchâs 8th temple in Brazil
âBrazil 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
âWhere do you want to end up? Ultimately, we want…
Nigerian young single adults donate to help orphans after asking, âHave I done any good?â
Nigeria has over 200 million people, and it is estimated…
A historic first for temple dedications and rededications â 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 âSaints, Vol. 3â
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
âSenator Hatchâs tireless efforts on behalf of his country have…
3rd âSaintsâ volume shares global stories of hope, faith through pandemic, wars and challenges
A pandemic. Conflict in Europe. Financial insecurity. Racial injustice. These arenât…
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 letâs…
Church helps give water tanks to residents affected by Australiaâs âBlack Summerâ
Two years after devastating bushfires in Australia â a period…
Elder Hollandâs message for Latter-day Saints on Easter â 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 Churchâs 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: âYou are not aloneâ
Sunday, April 10, offered a few hours of light and…
Leaders break ground for Argentinaâs 5th temple in BahĂa Blanca
The BahĂa 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 Christâs impact on Godâs 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
âWe are trying to do what Jesus would have us…
Elder Dale G. Renlund assures missionaries they need not be perfect to share Christâs perfect message
God, he added, âhas commissioned you, just the way you…
Ensure Godâs 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 â more…
âEveryone belongs and we are all differentâ: Relief Society celebrates 180th anniversary of women ministering, serving
When the Relief Society was organized on March 17, 1842,…
First Presidency announces temples to âgradually returnâ to normal operations
âNow that more people are immunized, we are pleased to…
President Nelson remembers Sister Donna Packer as a âmother, sister, saint and daughter of the living Godâ
Bearing testimony of the templeâs sealing power and of eternal…
How nearly $6 million in donations at 2021 #LightTheWorld Giving Machines showed âlovingkindnessâ
Some 300,000 people throughout the United States visited a Light the…
Worldwide youth Face to Face audience answering the query: âHow do you trust in the Lord?â
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? Hereâs 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…
âThe blessings of power and protectionâ â Temple and Family History instruction led by Elder Bednar, Elder Gong, President Johnson, Sister Aburto
âJoyfully 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 2022âs 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 âexploringâ the covenant path
The second Face to Face-style event of its kind, the…
Beloved aviator Gail S. Halvorsen â a.k.a. âThe Candy Bomberâ â dies at age 101
Halvorsenâs generous efforts to deliver a bit of joy to…
Meetinghouse shooting victim Michael Fauberâs perspective on incident, injuries and increased testimony
Elder Michael Fauber â the full-time missionary of The Church…
In Valentineâs Day message, President Nelson asks for an increase in âlovingkindnessâ
Noting the mixed emotions that can come as Valentineâs Day…
âThe way the Savior lovedâ â new welfare and self-reliance facility dedicated in Tucson metro
Calling Deseret Industries âa place of second chances,â 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 âDancing Olympianâ 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 âfaith-infused actionsâ 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
âItâs 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 âlabor together to abandon attitudes and actions of prejudiceâ
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 Ballardâs 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 âTrust in the Lordâ in 2022
After a year of engaging in âA Great Workâ as…
Watch for Latter-day Saint Utes to play key roles in Saturdayâs historic Rose Bowl game
On the roster of the University of Utahâs first football…
5 BYU soccer players leaving for missions following teamâs historic national title run
Five freshmen from the Brigham Young University womenâs soccer squad…
âChrist was the example in all things,â Elder Cook tells missionaries during special Christmas Day devotional
Speaking during a special Christmas morning devotional in the Provo…
Hereâs 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 Churchâs executive councils
Elder Cook â 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 âmake room in your heartâ this Christmas for those struggling to feel the Saviorâs love
âThe 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 âis truly remarkableâ
Two years into the renovation of the Salt Lake Temple…
âAstonished, impressed, gratifiedâ: 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 âprecious precursorsâ to documents that ensure religious liberty
âOne of the reasons that we are here is that…
Latest temple updates: All but 1 of Churchâs 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 â 94 years after attending original 1927 dedication
Ray, now 101 years old, can recall attending the 1927…
BYU cancels 2022 womenâs conference as options are explored for 2023
BYU Womenâs Conference â 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 BYUâs Record Linking Lab
A family history project for the Denton, Texas, community has…
164 of Churchâs 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 â thanks to help from youth âIndexathonâ
Inspired by President Russell M. Nelsonâs 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.âs Royal Mail
Latter-day Saint artist Jorge Cocco SantĂĄngeloâs art has been in…
Seoul Korea Temple President Chiwon Kim dies at age 71
He and his wife, Sister Soonju Park, had served as temple…
Video: Elder Uchtdorf describes how âinformation brings inspirationâ in a council setting
The gospel of Jesus Christ âis one work,â said Elder…
With recent dedications and changes in Philippines and Argentina, 95.9% of all temples to offer at least some proxy ordinances
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints now has…
BYUâHawaii and BYUâPathway Worldwide announce new partnership
BYUâHawaii â which has a mission to serve people in…
Latter-day Saint Charities pledges 12-month partnership to benefit community in Australiaâs heartland
The Waterhole is a community center run by the Salvation…
More than 150 records of what Eliza R. Snow shared with women and children as she traveled are now online
In a January meeting of the Big Cottonwood Relief Society…
In Brazil, Elder Soares addresses 5 concerns from young adults and invites them to put the Savior first
Standing next to the Christus statue in the SĂŁo Paulo…
Ground broken for new temple in Pago Pago, nearly 45 years after one was first announced for American Samoa
âThis is an historic day for the wonderful Latter-day Saints…
Church dedicates a temple â the Winnipeg Manitoba Temple â 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 CĂłrdoba,…
Latest temple updates: Quetzaltenango Guatemala Temple to begin offering all living, proxy ordinances
The Quetzaltenango Guatemala Temple is the latest temples of The…
What a national survey reveals about Latter-day Saints and their communities
Members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints…
How gratitude, cooperation preceded the âmiracleâ of Sundayâs historic live âMusic & the Spoken Wordâ broadcast
Under the baton of music director Mack Wilberg, the choir…
BYU conference: Elder Bednar and Elder Gong call for unity with worldâs Muslims
Two Apostles encouraged members of The Church of Jesus Christ…
President Eyring points to then-unseen successes of Utahâs silkworm industry at monument commemoration
Returning to his boyhood ward, President Henry B. Eyring repeatedly urged his…
Elder Holland tells missionaries to teach with âmore thunderâ â not by raising their voices but by the Spirit
Looking over a group of missionaries gathered in a St.…
In op-ed published by the Hill, Elder Rasband tells world leaders that faith in the economy begins with faith in society
âRather than banishing religious organizations from the public square or…
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…
10 Things You Might Not Know About The Churchâs Humanitarian Efforts
Despite the economic repercussions of the COVID-19 pandemic across the…
âThere is a hurry,â Brother Wilcox says about education, repentance and gathering Israel
During an Oct. 12 Ensign College devotional in the Assembly Hall on…
Sister Jean Sabin Groberg built her life upon the foundation of the Savior. She died at age 87
Many of Elder and Sister Grobergâs life experiences were dramatized…
Elder and Sister Holland: âHow Growing Up in Rural Utah Shapes a Lifeâ
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 â 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 Nelsonâs announcement of 13 new temples
President Russell M. Nelsonâs Sunday announcement of future temples in 13…
How Deseret Ranches of Florida â one of the largest U.S. cow-calf ranching operations â 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 âbeloved communityâ described in his fatherâs âI Have a Dreamâ speech
Speaking to the Brigham Young University campus community on Tuesday,…
How an online tool called âBecomeâ is helping users improve their relationship with Jesus Christ
In November 2020, The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day…
FamilySearchâs 2.4 million rolls of microfilm are now digitized. Hereâs what this milestone means
A global effort to digitize FamilySearchâs 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 missionaryâs first âtransferâ â 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 â âask, seek and knockâ
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 â two in Peru and…
How Latter-day Saint Helping Hands are serving Hurricane Ida victims in Louisiana
âThe 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 â 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 âthrough the eyes of faithâ
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 â two in Chile and…
20th anniversary of BYUâIdaho: How its creation is âone of the most important educational events of the Restorationâ
On June 23, 2000, President Gordon B. Hinckley made an…
Two Mexico temples â Ciudad JuĂĄrez and Colonia JuĂĄrez â 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
âWe 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…
Which 11 of the Churchâs temples or districts are not yet designated for proxy ordinances?
With this weekâs announced operational changes for temples in Argentina,…
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 â titled âAsk, Seek, Knockâ â…
95% of Churchâs temples to be offering living and proxy ordinances by end of August
With this weekâs announced operational changes for temples in Brazil,…
The 2022 youth theme comes from Proverbs. Read what it is
The youth theme for 2022 was announced in a notice…
8 Principles to Help Stake, Ward and Family Councils Be More Effective
While seeking the Lordâs will on a new program for children…
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
USAâs 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 Battalionâs 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
The Gospel for Kids app is one of many resources…
How the Doctrine and Covenants has changed over the years
To get copies of the Prophet Joseph Smithâs early revelations…
Inside Church headquarters: What President Oaks and President Eyring have learned about revelation in councils
Seated shoulder to shoulder in President Henry B. Eyringâs 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
Three of the Churchâs 10 missionary training centers worldwide are…
Helena Montana Templeâs 84 days from announcement to groundbreaking â how fast a turnaround?
Announced in April 2021 general conference, the Helena Montana Temple…
1 day, 1 family, 5 mission calls: The Faylor quintuplets prepare for missionary service
Nichole and Nathan Faylor had been waiting to become parents…
VIDEO: Why does religious liberty matter? Prominent faith and thought leaders answer
In this Church News video, titled âReligious Liberty,â 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 âtone deaf to the music of faith,â says Elder Cook. Hereâs the solution
Elder Cook delivered his remarks as part of the Interfaith…
As Temples in Utah Begin Offering All Proxy Ordinances, Hereâs What the Utah Area Presidency Wants You to Know
With temples in Utah among the Churchâs 60 announced as…
What President Oaks Remembers Best About His Seminary Teachers 70 Years Ago â And How it Can Help Teachers Today
The Churchâs second-most senior leader expressed his love, appreciation and…
How the Church â and a 2-inch iron fish â 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
Drawing from personal experiences, scriptures and teachings from past and…
76% of temples will be open for proxy work by the end of July. Hereâs what you need to know
The First Presidency of The Church of Jesus Christ of…
Three of Churchâs Ten MTCs to resume limited on-site training in June
Fourteen months after closing its 10 missionary training centers worldwide…
May is Mental Health Month. Read what Church leaders have taught about it
Leaders of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints…
Latter-day Saint youth in Virginia create piece of art representing 10,000 acts of service
As the ward youth council bounced around ideas of what…
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
âComing 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 âhappyâ 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 âgrow in unity and loveâ
As adult leaders, what can we do to âshepherd 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 Womenâs 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 Womenâs Conference
President Bingham explained that as the women of the Church…
Sister Eubank teaches how to neutralize shame involving pornography
âWe 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 Womenâs Conference: What to expect and how to watch
For 45 years, Brigham Young University Womenâs 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 âdivineâ 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; Aprilâs 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
âAs 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 Churchâs 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 â including youth
The First Presidency announced Monday a new phase for reopening…
First Presidency announces Salt Lake Temple changes â 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
The Apostle said he was uplifted learning that many Native…
Latest temple updates: 5 temples â in Hawaii, Canada, Tahiti and El Salvador â 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
âWe 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…
Latest temple updates: 3 temples in California, Argentina, Panama moving to Phase 2; 5 âpausedâ resuming operations
The status changes are the latest as the Church continues…
In devotional to French-speaking young adults, Elder Andersen extends 6 belief-related admonitions
As a âfriend and fellow discipleâ motivated by love and…
What a story from Elder Soaresâ youth taught Primary children during the Friend to Friend
In this historic event designed for children and hosted by…
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
âOne of the things that people find challenging in engaging…
Latest temple updates: Status changes set for 12 temples in 9 countries â 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…
âGo on your way rejoicing,â 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
The inclusion of specific covenants Latter-day Saints make during the…
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 Ballardâs invitation to pray for the United States has new relevance
Speaking to a crowd of 12,000 in Worcester, Massachusetts, in…
How For the Strength of Youth magazine can help youth find joy in Christ, year-round
In January, youth all over the world will open a…
Latest temple updates: 7 in South America move to Phase 2; 4 in England, Africa âpausedâ
In 2021âs 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…
Latest temple updates: Phase 3 total doubles as Samoa, Australia temples reopen for proxy work
Beginning Jan. 4, 2021, four temples of The Church of…
Inspired leaders, Christ-like service helped Latter-day Saints endure 2020âs trials
Now 2020 is closing, and Latter-day Saints have perhaps pondered…
Latest temple updates: Nukuâalofa 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
The latest release of Elizaâs discourses and Emmelineâs diaries provide…
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…
âPrimary has not gone away,â says Primary general presidency amid COVID-19
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 âpauseâ 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 2020âs 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 âmodern stripling warriorsâ to engage in todayâs âcrucial battles,â 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
âItâs 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 â 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 âamenâ is a single word â onward
As President Russell M. Nelson said âamen,â 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 âto lead out in abandoning attitudes and actions of prejudiceâ
After months defined by racial tensions, peaceful protests and lawless…
President Nelson announces 6 new temples â 5 outside of the US
By introducing the locations of six new temples at the…
20 years of âThe Living Christâ: How the First Presidency and Quorum of Twelve continue to emphasize the Savior
President Russell M. Nelson â 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, âThe Family: A Proclamation to the Worldâ 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, hereâs 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. Hereâs a glimpse of his fast-paced ministry, historic leadership
A birthday âis just another day for me,â 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 â 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 â 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…
BYUâs Vocal Point video features âchoirâ 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. Wellsâ diaries give insight to womenâs suffrage movement
In May 1895, an article in a national womenâs 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 ancestorâs coin in the Salt Lake Temple time capsule
Young Women General President Bonnie H. Cordon recently discovered a…
Opened After 128 Years: Whatâs inside the Salt Lake Temple time capsule?
âWe did not expect to find much because we knew…
VIDEO: President Nelson talks about the âpainfulâ decision to close temples amid COVID-19
âThe purpose of the Church is to bring the blessings…
How BYUâs 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 âa desire to enhance the temple learning experienceâ
The changes come as the Church resumes the performance of…
VIDEO: Sheri Dew narrates âA History of Servingâ embraced by Latter-day Saint women
This legacy of service has been âwoven into Relief Society…
Learn how Eliza R. Snow Empowered Women by Studying Her Recently Released Discourses
Nearly 1,200 of Elizaâs 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 FortunĂ©, a 17-year-old in Haiti, last weekâs 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,…
Elder Holland on the Most Important Lesson Christ Could Leave with His Apostles
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…
âWe believe in fathersâ: 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. Hereâs why
The First Presidency has recently approved minor adjustments to the…
Latest temple updates: 4 more temples added to limited-reopening list; 93 now in Phase 1
On Monday, June 15, four additional temples were announced for…
Latest temple updates: More than half of Churchâs 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, âMusic has boundless powers…
Sister Aburto on women and priesthood â 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 â 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 â including the first…
âThere Is Not a Hint of Fearâ 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 âcompensatory blessingsâ 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
The number of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day…
Being single amid COVID-19: Elder Christofferson asks members to âconsider what it means to belongâ
Now is a time that requires âa constant consciousness of…
President Bingham and Sister Eubank on what âgathering Israelâ looks like during COVID-19
The goal of gathering Israel is to âunite familiesâ and…
Faith to go and courage to come home: Returned missionaries share unexpected blessings of COVID-19 mission changes
In the coming years when Cody Myersâ children ask about…
Youth camp in 2020 can be âone for the records,â Young Women general presidency says
COVID-19 has been our âbroken bowâ challenge for planning camp…
Despite temple closures, blessings are readily available during COVID-19 pandemic, Elder Bednar says
The temple âis a point of intersection between heaven and…
COVID-19: âOur precious missionaries are the pioneers of our day,â says Elder Uchtdorf
Elder Uchtdorf said all missionaries, regardless of their circumstances, âhave…
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 Nelsonâs 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 â for living ordinances and more â as closures reach 44
As a follow-up to the March 13 letter regarding temple…
Why women in the Church should be following President Nelsonâs 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 â How Christâs Atonement helped this returned missionary after being injured by drunk driver
âMorgan,â he said, âIâm the man who hit youâŠ.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 âhundreds of little blessingsâ
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 FamilySearchâs â29 ways in 29 daysâ
Kayla Jackson is inspired by her grandmother, Marie Jackson Peoples.…
Elder Andersen reminds Thai Saints they are a âlight on the hillâ
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 Guestâs 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?
âIf 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 wifeâs 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 âlearn to love it,â Young Men general leaders say
For those who might have been wondering if young men…
VIDEO: President Nelson, Elder Christofferson share the âgreat hopeâ they feel for the Churchâs future in Vietnam
Itâs 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 visitorsâ center in South America
The visitorsâ center â which includes interactive exhibits and a…
What is a bishopâs no. 1 responsibility and how can members help? Hereâs 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 Smithâs 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 didnât want anyone to remember his words at this BYU-Idaho devotional
Addressing young adults in the congregation â as well as…
How a soccer club in Arizona is âfighting for the familyâ 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 ârunning to share the gospelâ
A year had gone by since she was hit by…
How a quadriplegic is fulfilling his patriarchal blessing to âbaptize and confirm manyâ
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 âSaintsâ is more âepicâ 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. Hereâs why they can help millennials
Using examples from the life of the Prophet Joseph Smith…
FamilySearch Releases New Online Editing Tool for Indexed Records
âThis 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 wonât forget competing with some of the worldâs…
‘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’ â 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 â along with their wives,…
President Nelson invokes 5 hopes, blessings upon new mission leaders
âWe know that you have been called by prophecy and…
President Oaks speaks on dealing with anxiety, stress at BYU-Hawaii devotional
âLast 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
âThe Church is young there, very young,â 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 â 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, âThis 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,…
