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VIDEO: Three Sister Missionaries, A Beloved Hymn, and a Ukulele
In a recent video shared on the "Come Unto Christ…
16 Tips to Digitize Slides, Photos, and Other Family History
If you are wondering how to digitize slides, photos, audio,…
VIDEO: Missionary Expresses Herself Beyond Words with Ballet Performance and Testimony
More and more, full-time missionaries are able to express the…
VIDEO: Missionaries Create Funny Ad About the Benefits of Serving a Mission
"Why Missions Rock" is the self-declared theme of a new…
VIDEO: The Cherished Doctrine of a Mother in Heaven
In the April 2022 session of the General Conference of…
VIDEO: Missionaries Sing Moving Cover of “Thy Will Be Done”
Around 2000 years ago, Jesus Christ did the hardest thing…
Read the Prophet’s Message for US National Day of Prayer
"I invite you to consider how your thoughts and prayers…
“I Do Not Know the Meaning of All Things,” and That’s OK
When we don’t know all the answers, faith is the…
Laura Harris Hales, Latter-day Saint Podcaster and Scholar, dies at 54
Laura Harris Hales was such a powerful, faithful champion of…
VIDEO: Missionary Shares How His Conversion Started with an Allergic Reaction
As a high school student, Elder Gibb had already begun…
Is It Really “Church Culture” or Just Human Nature?
Certain problems we face in our ward families and communities…
VIDEO: Missionaries Deliver Gorgeous Harmonies in “Belly of the Deepest Love” Cover
This small group of missionaries deliver the song with feeling…
Fill Your Weekend with The Tabernacle Choir’s Easter Playlist
Setting the spirit of your Easter weekend just got a…
Kids and Easter: Replacing the Bunny for the Lamb
Here are five suggestions to make Easter as special and…
VIDEO: BYU Vocal Point Teams Up with Encanto Actress for “We Don’t Talk About Bruno” Cover
One Voice Children's Choir also joins in for this colorful…
Help is Getting to Ukrainians
Donations from Meridian Magazine readers and others helped purchase bread, sausage, fruit,…
VIDEO: “I Wouldn’t Know the Goodness Of God If I Didn’t Need Him So Much”
Recently, Elder Jackson Weaver shared his rendition of "How Great…
Book Lauds Remarkable 80-Year History of the Mesa Easter Pageant
Although it was announced in 2018 that the Mesa Easter…
VIDEO: Church Releases Moving Easter Message, “The Good News”
Aptly named "The Good News", the video depicts that life-altering…
General Conference Memes to Share with Your Friends
We have found and illustrated some of the most memorable…
Elder Uchtdorf Shares Personal Experiences of Being Displaced by War
This week, Elder Dieter F. Uchtdorf of the Quorum of…
VIDEO: I Asked Her, “Who Is This Man?” She Said, “That’s Joseph Smith”
In a video recently shared through the Called to Share…
Florida Governor DeSantis Signs Parental Rights in Education Bill
After weeks of progressive backlash and corporate protest from the Walt…
Treasures from the Life of Jesus Puzzle: All Hidden Things
The following is a collection of articles that correspond with…
Utah’s First Post-Conflict Ukrainian Refugee Family Speak Up
Oksana and her husband Oleksandr Voronetskyi are Utah’s first post-conflict…
The Nixon White House plotted to assassinate a Latter-day Saint journalist 50 years ago
Jack Anderson was once the “most famous and feared investigative…
VIDEO: New Song “I Am Why He Came” Explores How We Can Personalize the Atonement
In a music video recently shared through the Called to…
Ukrainian Artist, Anna Kovalenko Teams Up With Havenlight to Raise Donations to Help Refugees Through Her Latter-day Saint Inspired Art
At twenty years old, Anna left Ukraine to study abroad…
Alex Boye to Release Video Featuring Ukrainian Children’s Choir, Aims to Boost Support For Families Under Siege
“Voices of Ukraine” Benefit Concert Scheduled for Monday, March 21.
How to write about hardship and war – and why you should
In times of uncertainty and world conflict, our minds may…
VIDEO: Lindsey Stirling Performs with Ukrainian-born Violin Prodigy on Kelly Clarkson Show
Lindsey Stirling, a Latter-day Saint artist known for her unusual…
Shabbat Among the Exiles
Singing the liturgy with Jewish refugees in Moldova—'Our King, who…
What’s Next for the Russian Priests Who asked if Putin will be Damned for Invading Ukraine?
What do we know about Putin’s Orthodox beliefs? How do…
Maryland Bill Would Legalize Infanticide, Babies Could be Left to Die Up to 28 Days After Birth
Nearly identical bills were submitted in the House of Delegates…
VIDEO: “You Will Be Found” and “Amazing Grace” Combined in Beautiful Missionary Arrangement
A unique arrangement of an unlikely pair of songs serve…
Sleepwalking Into a Chinese-Style Social Credit System
While the world fixates on Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, a…
A Moving Cry from Ukrainian Latter-day Saints
The following note was sent to us from a senior…
VIDEO: Condoleezza Rice Joins Jenny Oaks Baker for “Free at Last Medley”
Former US Secretary of State Condoleezza Rice is highly regarded…
VIDEO: Missionary Companions Collaborate on Original Song to Bear Testimony of Jesus
Recently, two sister missionaries, shared a song that they wrote…
VIDEO: Foreign Missionaries Return to the Philippines
In 2020, close to 2,000 foreign missionaries were repatriated due…
Wilford Woodruff Papers Foundation Celebrates Two-Year Anniversary
The purpose of making Wilford Woodruff's writings universally accessible is…
The Abortion on Demand until Birth Act
The bill codifies abortion on demand until birth for any…
When the Man Meets the Moment: Why Zelensky matters, in Ukraine and the world
It’s sometimes hard to gauge in real time whether any…
The Nightmare of War in Europe Returns
We are witnessing, on our television screens and through the…
VIDEO: Missionary Shares Vivid Moment She Knew God Was Aware of Her Personally
Sister Merrill, who is currently serving a full time mission…
A Social Credit System Arrives in Canada
Justin Trudeau just created a caste of economic untouchables. Can…
Mesa Easter Pageant Returns this Spring, Including New Music, Script, and Sets
With the renovations on the Mesa Arizona Temple finally complete,…
VIDEO: Missionary Music Team Presents “Human”, Original Composition We Can All Relate To
"So pardon me for stumbling, I'm young and this is…
Church celebrates 50 years of Provo Utah Temple, remodel coming
It was 50 years ago Wednesday that Joseph Fielding Smith,…
VIDEO: Missionaries Share Candy Portrait with Sweet Message
These missionaries serving the people of Canada created a unique…
BLM ‘Week of Action’ Teaching Students Nationwide to Affirm Transgenderism, Disrupt Nuclear Family
Students across the country as young as kindergarten-age are learning…
Is Zion Lost? Achieving One Heart & One Mind in the Midst of Modern Rage
As I studied about the principle of Zion this past…
LDS Film Festival Announces Lineup and New Vision
“This year’s LDS Film Festival will give just a taste…
VIDEO: Youngest Ever U.S. Women’s Pro Soccer Player Talks About the Role of the Gospel in Her Life
Olivia Moultrie became a professional soccer player at 13. She…
VIDEO: New Church Video Candidly Explores How to Avoid Burnout
Too often as members of the Church, we feel we…
LDS Film Festival Announces Lineup and Rebrand
Award-winning film WATERMAN, narrated by Jason Momoa, is festival’s featured…
Freedom of Religion and Speech Is on Trial in Finland
For the crime of expressing a biblically supported view about…
I’m a Public School Teacher. The Kids Aren’t Alright.
My students were taught to think of themselves as vectors…
Senator James Lankford Addresses Congress on Sanctity of Life ahead of Friday’s Annual March for Life
Roe v. Wade, which made abortion legal, was decided January 23,…
‘A Stunningly Corrupt Enterprise’: Jordan Peterson Blasts Academia, Resigns As Tenured Professor At University of Toronto
Peterson voiced frustration that his “qualified and supremely trained heterosexual…
VIDEO: The Book of Mormon Around the World
Though we sincerely can't imagine just how missionaries from around…
Sports Illustrated: Shawn Bradley on Life After the Accident
The retired NBA center is finding that his 90-inch frame—which…
VIDEO: Food Blogger Responds to Negative Commenter with Message that is a Recipe for Life
Though Rachel Farnsworth usually sticks to the recipes in her…
6 Apostles Gave Devotionals Around the World Sunday–Read About Each Here
Six members of the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles gave…
Every Hawaii Honolulu Missionary Shares Testimony of Christ in 5 Words
On January 3, 2022, the Hawaii Honolulu mission split to…
Meridian’s Come, Follow Me Podcast (Doctrine and Covenants Episodes)
Welcome to Meridian Magazine’s podcast which focuses the Come, Follow…
Totalitarianism: Can It Happen in America?
What does totalitarianism look like? In the 20th century, it…
Reminder: Tune in to this Week’s Young Adult Devotional with Elder Ronald A. Rasband
This coming Sunday, January 9, 2022, Elder Ronald A. Rasband…
VIDEO: How We Can Receive What the Lord is Waiting to Give
“Receiving is an action word”—and that applies to the basketball…
Christmas Greetings from the Prophet and Apostles from Facebook
The prophet and many of the apostles sent special Christmas…
What Does it Matter that the Lord was Wrapped in Swaddling Clothes?
When those shepherds, “abiding in the field keeping watch over…
Three Christmases Joseph Smith Celebrated
This article excerpt from BYU Studies was written by Larry…
The Three Levels of Christmas
There are three levels at which we celebrate Christmas. Which…
In Case You Missed It: Watch the ‘Witnesses of Christmas’ concert originating from Rome, Copenhagen
The concert is available in 24 languages, but is only…
VIDEO: Nashville Missionary Cover of “Far Away” Will Brighten Your Christmas Week
The song muses on the story of the first Christmas…
After Grossing $10 Million at the Box Office, “The Chosen” Christmas Special Comes to BYUTV (Here’s How to Watch)
For those who haven't had a chance to watch the…
Don’t Miss the Special Christmas Message from President Nelson this Thursday
Viewers can tune in at 8:00 a.m. MST on December…
How to Help Someone Searching for Answers to Gospel Questions
The search for answers is personal, but it doesn’t have…
VIDEO: “The Spirit of Christmas”–New Video Shows Missionaries Sharing Message in Homes Around the World
This brief, but moving video shows missionaries sharing the familiar…
VIDEO: San Diego Missionaries Perform Moving Rendition of “Mary, Did You Know?”
Missionaries currently serving in the California San Diego mission shared…
In Case You Missed it: First Presidency Christmas Devotional
The devotional originated from the Conference Center in Salt Lake…
The Problem with ‘Mental-Health Days’ at Schools
We should be teaching resilience, not avoidance.
Don’t Forget This Saturday’s “Skip the Ship” Open House
For those of you anxious to save on the shipping…
In Case You Missed It: Watch the Virtual Concert that Kicked Off Christmas at Temple Square This Year
“Witnesses of Christ,” a 50-minute tribute to the birth of…
VIDEO: Missionary Sings Hawaiian Hymn About the Man Who Asked Jesus What He Must Do For Eternal Life
We tend to grow accustomed to the hymns we are…
How to Teach Children the Gospel Principle of Gratitude
“And in nothing doth man offend God, or against none…
Seventy Missionaries Robbed by Two Gunmen During Multi-Zone Conference in Mexico
The mission president and his wife, were also assaulted at…
VIDEO: Shine Your Light So Others May See
In a video recently shared on the Church's YouTube channel,…
VIDEO: This Acoustic Rendition of “I Believe in Christ” Brings Peace Like a River
This soothing beachside rendition of "I Believe in Christ" was…
VIDEO: Hear Missionaries Share Joseph Smith’s First Vision in Multiple Languages
In the spring of 1820, a young man named Joseph…
The Christian Century: “Why are so many of the most influential moms on the internet Mormon?”
"It would be easy to assume that Mormon mothers are…
We Got Here by Cowardice; Courage is What Gets Us Out
You are by now quite familiar with the features of…
Black Activists Ask Supreme Court to Protect Religious Freedoms of Public Officials
Project 21 joins nearly 70 lawmakers, faith leaders and groups…
VIDEO: 3-Year-Old Teaches About the Atonement and Resurrection of Jesus Christ
When you are the parent of young children, it is…
The Best Thing to Do If You Can’t Stop Sinning
Embracing the gospel of Jesus Christ is a life-long endeavor.…
Conference Memes to Share With Your Friends: Sunday Sessions
We have taken some of the wonderful, memorable quotes from…
“A Life Lived in Crescendo”: A Virtual Fireside Series on Joseph Smith’s Final Teachings
In support of the 2021 “Come Follow Me” curriculum, this…
VIDEO: Elder Dansie Sings Powerful Cover of “How Can I Be”
You may know Elder Dansie from a previous duet with…
Conference Memes to Share With Your Friends: Saturday Sessions
We have taken some of the wonderful, memorable quotes from…
VIDEO: 18-Month-Old Memorized All the Prophets and Apostles Names
Though he can't name the colors or count, baby Oliver…
Five Faith-Filled Steps to Prepare for General Conference
General Conference is upon us again, but before it sneaks…
Five Favorite Conference Stories
General Conference is always full of inspiring and memorable stories…
VIDEO: “When there’s no peace on earth, there is peace in Christ”
A recent addition to the flood of missionaries sharing their…
Destruction of this Ancient Middle Eastern City Sheds Light on Biblical Destruction of Sodom
As the inhabitants of an ancient Middle Eastern city now…
VIDEO: Rebuilding My Faith When I Felt Lost
In the latest episode in the His Grace series, a…
Supreme Court Will Hear Major Abortion Case and House Considers Bill More Radical than Roe
The Supreme Court will hear a major abortion case on December 1…
VIDEO: Missionary Sings Emotional Tribute to His Mom on Her Birthday
Elder Lance Smith is currently serving a full-time mission in…
Come to Israel with the Proctors This Fall (Don’t Miss this Last-Minute Opportunity)
Just when you have had enough of being cooped up,…
VIDEO: The Fruit that is Most Desirable
In His teachings, the Savior compared fruit with things of…
VIDEO: I Felt Like I Deserved an Answer from God
Jennica was angry when God failed to answer her prayers…
WATCH: Two Missionary Music Videos that Will Strengthen Your Faith in Jesus
In recent weeks, two missionary music videos were released that…
15 Invitations from President Nelson So Far This Year
While all the words of a prophet are important, some…
My University Sacrificed Ideas for Ideology. So Today I Quit.
The more I spoke out against the illiberalism that has…
Tune in to the 5th Annual Joseph Smith Papers Conference Friday
The Fifth Annual Joseph Smith Papers Conference is happening Friday,…
Happy 97th Birthday to President Nelson
In honor of President Russell M. Nelson, who turns 97…
Tune in This Week: The Tabernacle Choir’s 9/11 20th Anniversary Commemorative Special
This week marks 20 years since the shocking events of…
VIDEO: There is No Limit to God’s Love
Despite her desire to repent, Carissa repeatedly fell victim to…
Supreme Court Takes No Action, Texas Abortion Ban Goes Into Effect
“What ultimately happens to this law remains to be seen,…
‘Suspicious’ fires erupt at Three Latter-day Saint meetinghouses in St. George
Three suspicious fires were started at or near meetinghouses of…
VIDEO: Pray for Eyes to See as He Sees
This video message from Michelle Craig of the General Young…
VIDEO: If God Loved Me, He Wouldn’t Let This Happen
God could possibly let this happen to her. In the…
VIDEO: Two Sisters Share Beautiful Musical Message about God’s Love
Latter-day Saint sisters Kamri (age 14) and Sara (19) perform…
President Eyring Says We Can #HearHim Through Others’ Counsel and Guidance
Sharing how his mother’s counsel often guided him, he said,…
VIDEO: Struggling with the History of Race and the Priesthood
In the latest video from the Church's "His Grace" series,…
Did LDS Church statement move the needle on vaccines and masking? Yes and no.
Latter-day Saints may preach and sing about following their prophet,…
“Kite Runner” Author Says Taliban Takeover in Afghanistan a Nightmare
The thoughts here are from author Khaled Hosseini, who expressed…
“My Life is Worth Living” Is the First Animated Series to Address Teen Suicide Prevention
Produced by the Cook Center for Human Connection in response…
VIDEO: I Didn’t Feel Good Enough
In the latest video from the Church's "His Grace" series…
Come Visit Meridian’s Pop-up Store at Alpine Days This Saturday
Many of you have visited or purchased from our Meridian…
How Do I Support a Child Who Is Feeling Depressed?
From this month's Liahona: "Everyone feels sad or discouraged at…
VIDEO: The Fire of Temple Covenants
In a video clip released on the BYU Speeches YouTube…
VIDEO: To Forgive My Ex-husband, I Needed to See Him through God’s Eyes
Becky was devastated; understandably angry and overwhelmed with grief when…
Come Enjoy Uplifting, Live Music Tonight at the Christian Covers Concert in Orem
The concert will be held on at the Shops at…
How Big Tech Targets Faith Groups for Censorship
Most people click “accept” on tech companies’ user agreements without…
Inspirational Quotes from Latter-day Saint Olympians
Through the Olympics, people see personal excellence, perseverance, and commitment…
VIDEO: Forgiveness after Betrayal Is a Process
In the latest video from the Church's "His Grace" series,…
VIDEO: Elder Jeffrey R. Holland–“Somebody to Stand By You”
The BYU Speeches YouTube channel recently released this inspiring video…
VIDEO: President Johnson on participating in Church executive councils as a woman
President Camille N. Johnson may be new to her calling…
President Nelson Shares Message About Competition During Tokyo Olympics
President Russell M. Nelson shared a message through his social…
5 Easy Pioneer Day Activities
Pioneer Day is a unique holiday celebrated by Latter-day Saints…
The Assault on America’s National Identity
The NFL is joining a hostile redefinition of the American…
Latest Updates on the Temple Square Renovation
As Temple Square has begun reopening to the public, visitors…
California Drought Exposes “Mormon Island” Ghost Town in Folsom Lake
Last seen during the last drought in September 2015, the…
VIDEO: Deaf Latter-day Saint Shares How She Hears God’s Voice
Jamila is the only deaf person in her family. Her…
Mission President Passes Away Following Battle with COVID-19
A spokesman for The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day…
See the New Trailer for “Once I Was Engaged”
You may remember 2015's "Once I was a Beehive", a…
5 Ways to Defend Your Beliefs Without Getting Defensive
When something we love is being attacked, we want to…
University of Virginia receives unique donation of over 10,000 books and materials on “Mormonism”
Latter-day Saint historian Gregory A. Prince, who donated the collection,…
The Salvation of Little Children Who Die: What We Do and Don’t Know
The doctrine of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day…
The Graph That Shatters CRT: July 4, 1776 Set Slavery on the Path to Worldwide Extinction
Much of the American left has adopted the view—one even…
President Nelson Shares Gratitude for the Reopening of All Temples
The Kyiv Ukraine Temple marks the last house of the…
Lincoln and Ford: July Fourth Should Bring Us Together
As Gerald Ford observed in Philadelphia on Independence Day 1976,…
Elder Cook Says We Can #HearHim as We Serve and Strive to Bless Others
Using an example from his time as a Latter-day Saint…
When a Free Society Becomes a Police State
For 26 years, the pro-democracy tabloid Apple Daily was a…
VIDEO: Alone, but Not Lonely–the Blessing of Being Single in the Church
Until marriage happens, says Dr. Erica Glenn, being single is…
VIDEO: Elder Peter M. Johnson Sees His Younger Self and Reflects on His Conversion
Have you ever been back to a meaningful place from…
Once I Was Engaged!: A New Latter-day Saint RomCom
From the creators of Once I Was a Beehive! comes…
Teacher Shares Behind-Scenes Look at How Unions Further Woke Agenda
California teacher Brenda Lebsack says she began seeing “red flags”…
The FAIR Conference 2021 to be Held August 4–6 in Provo, UT
The FAIR conference is an exciting time to hear about…
Catholic Foster Care Wins Unanimously on Religious Liberty
The U.S. Supreme Court ruled unanimously in Fulton v. City…
New Concert Honoring George Washington for 4th of July
George Washington: Ordained of God is the first a series…
The Definition of Courage Has Shifted Since Normandy
Now, courage lies in authenticity, which, until recently, conflated with…
Anxiously Engaged: Finding Ways to Say, “I Believe”
So many are initiating ways to share their love of…
How to Be Anxiously Engaged Without Being Anxious
In today’s modern world, the word “anxious” has a lot…
VIDEO: How Am I Going to Tell Her I’m Sorry?
In the latest video in the Hope Works series, Travis…
How to Protect Your Children from Pornography
Teaching children about pornography is a daunting task for any…
VIDEO: See ASL Missionaries Perform Moving Rendition of “Free My Soul”
Some of the ASL missionaries currently serving in Riverside, California…
Youth in Washington, D.C. Photograph More Than 5,000 Graves in Arlington Cemetery
A Washington, D.C. Stake young woman has organized a large-scale…
Elder Cook Dedicates the Restored Temple District in Historic Nauvoo
This marks the completion of the first phase in a…
VIDEO: I Started to Wonder If God Even Cared
In the latest from the Church's Hope Works series, Moroni…
The Church Announces the End of Time-Only Marriages in Temples
A letter from the First Presidency of The Church of…
VIDEO: Hear Vocal Point’s Moving New Rendition of “Amazing Grace”
We've heard this song a lot and as such, it…
VIDEO: Have You Ever Felt Like a Failure?
In the latest video in the Church's "Hope Works" series,…
VIDEO: Primary Children Share How They Feel the Savior’s Love in New Music Video
In a new video from the Church's YouTube channel, vocalist…
‘The Lord wanted him alive’: Latter-day Saint and Former NFL player saves man in fiery train crash
Brandon Bair recalls every detail of a routine Thursday night…
VIDEO: You Are the Women He Foresaw
A new video from the Church features President Spencer W.…
VIDEO: A Symbol for Mother in Heaven You Never Knew About
Mother in Heaven is someone we haven't heard much about—though…
Latter-day Saint Woman Gives Birth to 29 Week Preemie Mid-Flight Not Knowing She Was Pregnant
Partway through her flight from Salt Lake City, Utah to…
How to Prevent “Going Inactive” After the Pandemic Ends
While so many have been excited about the process of…
New Exhibit Features Art and Artifacts from Original Salt Lake Temple Construction
The Salt Lake Temple became the symbol of a faith…
Tickets for Highly Anticipated Film “WITNESSES” Now on Sale
The film tells the untold story of Three Witnesses to…
VIDEO: Yahosh Bonner joined by Currently Serving Missionary in Beautiful Duet of “I Can Only Imagine”
Yahosh Bonner of the Latter-day Saint singing family, the Bonners,…
See the Latest Underground Renovation Photos of the Salt Lake Temple
As part of the extensive and ongoing Salt Lake Temple…
Utah’s New Law Could Be Part of Winning Pro-Life Strategy
As a host of legislation has sprung up in the…
Harvard symposium for prevention of child sexual abuse shares two general conference talks
Two addresses given at the most recent general conference of…
‘Lost golden city’ found in Egypt reveals lives of ancient pharaohs
The discovery of a 3,000-year-old city that was lost to…
Why States Should Protect Religion As ‘Essential’ During Emergencies
COVID-19 has exposed numerous fissures in American society, including one…
VIDEO: Claire Crosby and Parents Sing Moving Arrangement of “Come Thou Fount of Every Blessing”
Claire Crosby was only three when her earnest singing voice…
See the Trailer for New Movie MISSION STORIES
The film, which is coming to theaters on Friday May…
General Conference Memes to Share with Your Friends (Sunday Sessions)
We have found and illustrated some of the most memorable…
General Conference Memes to Share with Your Friends (Saturday Sessions)
We have taken some of the wonderful, memorable quotes from…
A Conference Story from President Eyring: God Knows the Details of the Details
Elder Chi Hong (Sam) Wong said a striking thing in…
VIDEO: David Archuleta and Vocal Point Bring You a Moving Song of Worship You Probably Haven’t Heard
David Archuleta teamed up with BYU's Vocal Point in a…
Attend this Year’s TED x BYU Even if You’re Not in Utah
BYU will host the 10th annual TEDxBYU on March 30…
First Presidency Easter Message and an Invitation to Celebrate Holy Week with Wonderful Church Resources
Here's how you can use the Church's Easter resources to…
VIDEO: Bonner Family Release Warm, New Rendition of ‘Come, Come Ye Saints’
A new music video from the Bonner Family was released…
VIDEO: Youth Music Festival Shares Messages of Hope, President Nelson Performs
As Wednesday evening's 2021 Youth Music Festival drew to a…
Israeli Experts Announce First Discovery Of New Dead Sea Scrolls In 60 Years
On Tuesday, Israeli experts announced their recent findings of new,…
VIDEO: Piano Cover Shows Why We Need The Book of Mormon When We Have the Bible
"If we have the Bible why do we need the…
Netflix’s ‘Murder Among the Mormons’ uses the same stereotypes about our faith as the villain
The filmmakers rely on clichés (and worse) in portraying the…
H.R. 1 Is a Partisan Assault on American Democracy
Late Wednesday night, the House passed H.R. 1, the “For…
WATCH: Meridian’s Facebook LIVE Interview with Cast and Composer of New “Lamb of God” Film
Oyoyo Bonner, Rob Gardner, and Joseph Hale, all associated with…
Utah Passes Critical Solution to Protect Kids from Pornography on Smartphones and Tablets
“Utah has passed a critical, common sense solution to help…
Join us on Facebook LIVE as We Talk to the Composer and Cast of “Lamb of God”
We are pleased to host a FACEBOOK LIVE this Sunday…
Against Canceling Dr. Seuss
A beloved American author is targeted by the book-banners, epitomizing…
20th Annual LDS Film Festival Announces Award Winning Films
New owners named to take the reins of the festival.
Join this Free Video Conference on the Epistle to the Hebrews
We are pleased to announce the release of the newest…
Mainstream Contributors to Sexual Exploitation on 2021 Dirty Dozen List Revealed
The National Center on Sexual Exploitation (NCOSE) has revealed that…
Three Ways to Share the Light of Christ in a Darkening World
As one British statesman said during World War II, “The…
This Week, the LDS Film Festival Marks 20 Years of Fostering Movie Magic
The 20th annual LDS Film Festival happens this week with…
New Concert Film LAMB OF GOD Announces Big Screen Release Date
Writer, Director and Composer Rob Gardner in partnership with Excel…
Activists Outline Plan to Push Agenda of Black Lives Matter in Classroom
Although many Americans support the phrase “black lives matter,” the…
4 Reasons We Can’t Treat the Commandments Like a Buffet
As the morals and ethics of the world move further…
The Supreme Court Stands Up Again for Worship During the Pandemic
California’s ban on indoor worship was the most sweeping in…
See the Video Invitation to the First Ever Friend to Friend Event for Primary Children
According to a new video invitation released this weekend, the…
All “Come Follow Me” Lesson Resources from Meridian Magazine (Book of Mormon)
We seek to have our articles and podcast up one…
All “Come Follow Me” Lesson Resources from Meridian Magazine (Doctrine and Covenants)
As time goes on, we will seek to have our…
Elder David A. Bednar on Living in Revelation
Elder David A. Bednar gave some profound insights into receiving…
Church Office Building Plaza Renovation Is Underway
Buildings will remain open in a limited capacity for employees…
Jeffrey R. Holland on the Importance of the Book of Mormon in an Interview with Andrew Teal
While at Oxford, Jeffrey R. Holland was interviewed by Anglican…
Honest Abe Canceled by a Dishonest School Board
San Francisco’s education commissars willfully ignore the history of America’s…
Finding Faith When an Eternal Marriage Ends
Marriage and families are central doctrines in The Church of…
Thoughts on the 1776 Commission and Its Report
Why the controversy? Yes, America is imperfect. And also great.
President Joseph F. Smith on Finding Peace in Perilous Times
President Joseph F. Smith led the Church of Jesus Christ…
There Is No Apolitical Classroom
What are your kids learning in school? Most people think…
The endgame of transgender ideology is to dismantle the family
The stage is being set for the legal marginalization of…
Sister Oaks Shares How She and President Oaks Involved Their Grandchildren in Celebrating the Restoration
This week on social media, Sister Kristen Oaks, wife of…
Critical Race Theory Infiltrates Government, Classrooms
Critical theory, an ideology that has dropped deep roots into…
Parable of the Plastic Grapes: Growing Empathy
This parable is about me, a bride in 2020, and…
Elder Jeffrey R. and Sister Holland to Speak at RootsTech 2021
RootsTech Connect 2021, a free global online family celebration event,…
In Case You Missed it: Meridian Live Interviews Key Players from New “Witnesses” Film
Over the weekend, Meridian Magazine did a livestream interview with…
In Honor of David Whitmer’s Birthday, First Look at New Feature Film “Witnesses” Released
Highly anticipated film tells the untold story of Three Witnesses…
On the Peaceful Transfer of Power: Lessons from 1800
Historians can read plenty of pointed lessons in the presidential…
Why You Need to Understand the Purpose of the Earth’s Creation
When we begin to understand the purpose of the world’s…
The 15 Most-Read Articles from Meridian in 2020
As we bid farewell to 2020, let’s look at the…
VIDEO: Mat and Savanna Shaw joined by the One Voice Children’s Choir for Beautiful Rendition of “O Holy Night”
The song is one of the most beloved Christmas carols…
VIDEO: From the Heart: Meridian Authors Share Their Holiday Stories — Marilyn Hadd
Marilyn Hadd shares about how an overwhelming calling to be…
VIDEO: From the Heart: Meridian Authors Share Their Holiday Stories – Mariah Proctor
The Christmas gifts we remember most change as we get…
VIDEO: From the Heart: Meridian Authors Share Their Holiday Stories–Daris Howard
As a young father, Daris Howard was deeply discouraged as…
“The Most American Religion”: The Atlantic Interviews the Prophet
Recently The Atlantic ran an article that Hal Boyd of…
VIDEO: From the Heart — Meridian Authors Share Their Holiday Stories — Scot and Maurine Proctor
Moving your family to a new place is never easy.…
Can Human Rights Be Rescued From Human Rights Activists’ Overreach?
The Universal Declaration of Human Rights has served as the…
The Story Behind the Groundbreaking for the Zimbabwe Harare Temple
Reeve Nield, whose home is Zimbabwe, shares the backstory on…
Two Christmas Specials to Enjoy from Your Armchair
This weekend, are you prepare for your holidays, there are…
VIDEO: From the Heart — Meridian Authors Share Their Holiday Stories — McKay Christensen
Have you ever driven down the road at night and…
VIDEO: From the Heart–Meridian Authors Share Their Holiday Stories–Joni Hilton
When Joni heard her name called out in a hospital…
England’s Top School Fires Teacher for Thought Crimes
Will Knowland is now the most famous man in England,…
From the Heart: Meridian Authors Share Their Holiday Stories–Becky Douglas
While serving a mission in the Dominican Republic and in…
VIDEO: Do you see Christmas the way Children Do? — New Music from GENTRI
"Do you see Christmas through the eyes of a child?"…
Supreme Court’s 5-4 Ruling Shows How Religious Liberty Hangs by a Thread
In the United States, religious liberty has been under siege…
VIDEO: How Past #LightTheWorld Campaigns Can Help Us Know How to Serve During this Unusual Year
John and Jenny Dye, who have been integral to ongoing…
VIDEO: From the Heart–Meridian Authors Richard and Linda Eyre Share a Holiday Story
Because of COVID-19, we have all felt a sense of…
VIDEO: Peter Hollens and David Archuleta Join Voices in Needed Musical Message, “It is well with my soul”
It is a reminder we all need that no matter…
9 Moving #GiveThanks Posts You Don’t Want to Miss as Thousands Take Prophet’s Challenge
Hundreds of thousands of people have taken the prophet's challenge…
From the Heart: Meridian Authors Share Their Holiday Stories—Wally Goddard
We have all felt a sense of isolation during this…
Enter to Win a Family Heirlooms Sweepstakes Giveaway
Just in time for Christmas, we are teaming up with…
Pfizer COVID Vaccine 90 Percent Effective in Trials, Company May Request Approval by End of November
Pfizer announced on Monday that its coronavirus vaccine developed with…
Update on the New Hymnbook: Sorting through 16,000 Submissions
Members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints…
Utah-made “The Santa Box” Announces Big Screen Release Date
Get a first look at the trailer here.
VIDEO: “The Forgotten Carols” comes to the Big Screen, See the Trailer
We are excited to announce that America's most beloved independent…
Forgiving Mom: How Seeking to Hear Him Led to an Unexpected Change of Heart
“How would you feel if one of your children couldn’t…
Two Candidates running against each other for Utah governor unite for joint ad
"Opposing candidates in Utah's gubernatorial race released ads on Tuesday…
VIDEO: Bishopric’s Creative Invitation to Return to Church Goes Viral
We are often encouraged to bring our unique talents to…
VIDEO: BYU Singers Gather in Person Again to Share Stirring “Alleluia”
Donning masks and socially distanced, the BYU Singers nonetheless came…
General Conference Memes to Share with Your Friends: Sunday Sessions
General Conference was filled with compelling, insightful messages, as always.…
General Conference Memes to Share with Your Friends: Saturday Sessions
General Conference was filled with beautiful, inspiring messages, as always.…
The Atlantic Article Referenced by President Oaks in Conference
In the Saturday morning session of this weekend's General Conference,…
Gen Z is lost in a desert of shallow activism. We need a way out
For my generation, Gen Z, the past four months have…
Liberty and Justice for All: An Open Letter to Fellow Citizens in Defense of American Institutions
Over the next several years, the noble sentiments and ideas…
Incorporating Christ in Your Back to School Schedule
Whether Summer flew by or not, we’re here. We made…
VIDEO: Elder and Sister Rasband speak to young adults in Face to Face on bicentennial proclamation
Elder Ronald A. Rasband and his wife, Sister Melanie Rasband,…
Find Gratitude and Focus on Love: Elder Uchtdorf on how to #HearHim
In the latest video from the Church's "How I Hear…
Treasures of the Restoration Puzzle: All Hidden Things
The following is a collection of articles that correspond with…
VIDEO: Stuart Edge Shares About Getting Unstuck in Latest ‘Hope Works’ Video
In the latest in the "Hope Works (At Home)" series…
How Attacks on Faith, Family, and Conscience Threaten All Our Freedoms
During these tumultuous times, as practically every American institution comes…
Church leaders express condolences after explosion in Beirut, Lebanon explosion
"We extend our heartfelt sympathies to each person impacted by…
Latter-day Saint Teen Releases Free Video Games on the Book of Mormon War Chapters
Do your kids want to play more video games? Do…
No injuries reported after shots fired at Provo MTC
Police in Utah are investigating after they reported that the…
Talking to Your Children about Sexuality
Our experience is that many young people remain abstinent before…
America Both in Crisis and on Trial
A growing number of young Americans are not only ambivalent,…
America Was Not Conceived in Racism
America's Founders thought slavery was a violation of divine and…
VIDEO: Thoughts on Democracy from Clayton Christensen that Are Especially Relevant Today
A democracy is designed for a moral people and when…
VIDEO: The Bonner Family Encourages Awareness with Hairspray’s “Run and Tell That”
The hit musical Hairspray, set in 1960s Baltimore, has at…
Religious Freedom Wins at Supreme Court
The Supreme Court has upheld religious freedom in every challenge…
NY Times: We Can Find Common Ground on Gay Rights and Religious Liberty
L.G.B.T. advocates want broader civil rights protections than the Supreme…
VIDEO: Need a Lift?–Enjoy BYU Noteworthy’s Rendition of “Get Happy”
Noteworthy's energetic number was postponed in its release in light…
To Truly Reduce Racial Disparities, We Must Acknowledge Black Fathers Matter
The only institution to which today’s black children are routinely…
Fantastic Father’s Day Gift Ideas from Some of Our Favorite Latter-day Saint Brands
With Father’s Day approaching quickly we’ve put together a list…
22-year-old Utah man who died in car crash donates liver to mother of childhood friend
On May 29, Caleb Johnson was involved in a car…
TIME Magazine Explores Changing Face of Latter-day Saint Missionary Work During Pandemic
"After hastily bringing home more than 26,000 young people from…
50 Great Ideas for the Young Women “My 150” Challenge
Last week, the Young Women’s organization for The Church of…
She Wrote Fake News for Cosmopolitan and Now Regrets Misleading Women on Feminism
Sue Ellen Browder, a Cosmopolitan magazine writer for 20 years,…
Greg Ericksen and “The Grimm” Partner with Artists from Around the World to “Light Up the Land”
Greg Ericksen’s song ‘Light Up the Land’ first found acclaim…
Pulitzer Prize-Winning 1619 Project Set to Advance Socialism Teaching in the Classroom
The Pulitzer Prize Board recently awarded its commentary award to…
According to Forbes: Two Utah Cities Among Most Prepared For Economic Recovery
A new ranking from Forbes put the Provo and Salt…
Seven Video Tributes to Mothers that’ll Have You Reaching for the Tissues
Organizations of all kinds create videos celebrating and exploring the…
How Political Ideology Is Pushing Religion Out of Religious Studies
Studying religion would seem to be immune to the current…
VIDEO: Blue Angels Fly Over the Washington, D.C. Temple
Among the places the Blue Angels flew was over the…
Plans for a Latter-day Saint temple in Shanghai may have hit an obstacle
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints may have…
Join Women around the World for this Year’s (Digital) Women’s Conference
Here is your chance to join with sisters from across…
Senior Missionary Passes Away from COVID-19 Complications
Elder Allen Dee Pace contracted COVID-19 in March.
VIDEO: Latter-day Saint Family Shares Testimony of the Restoration Through Music
"Our family was asked to provide a musical number for…
68 Missionaries Leave Their Bags Behind to Allow More Fijians to Return Home
"Fijian Prime Minister Voreqe Bainimarama said this good deed was…
Conference Memes to Share with Your Friends
We have taken some of the wonderful, memorable quotes from…
Michael McLean’s New Song about the Sacred Grove
Michael McLean imagines a scene between Joseph and Hyrum to…
VidAngel—Including “The Chosen” and “Dry Bar Comedy”—Is Free for Two Weeks
With untold tens of millions of families suddenly confined to…
Big Porn Seeks to Capitalize on the Pandemic
In an attempt to stop our health-care systems from crashing…
General Conference Clips Give New Lyrics to “Bridge Over Troubled Waters” in Moving Music Video
Though there are already a multitude of reasons to look…
9 of the Best Memes About the Coronavirus (and the Earthquake)
One helpful stress release for the times we're living in…
The Important Message this Church Leader Gave to an Empty Marriott Center
The lesson for his Tuesday morning audience (students at Brigham…
5 Successful Businesses Run by Latter-day Saint Women
Meet the powerful businesswomen behind some of your favorite brands…
Following Confusion, Letter Released Clarifying BYU’s Honor Code
"The moral standards of the Church did not change with…
In New Supreme Court Case, Religious Liberty Is at Stake
In recent years, local and state governments have forced numerous…
BYU Honor Code Controversy: An Alumna’s Take
Last week the Church updated the General Handbook and released…
Some Spaces Available with the Proctors on Tour Immediately
If you've been dreaming about seeing the Holy Land or…
Apply for a Scholarship from the Joseph Sr. and Lucy Mack Smith Family Association
Your junior high, high school, or college age student could…
BYU Honor Code Updated Following New Handbook Release
With the recently released general handbook of The Church of…
LDS Film Festival to Celebrate 20 Years of Mormon Cinema
Festival, now in its 19th year, to honor pioneers of…
Mormon Votes Are Valued. Too Often Mormon Convictions Are Not.
Romney became the first senator in U.S. history to vote…
Ginsburg Says It’s Too Late for Equal Rights Amendment
Supreme Court Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg urged supporters of the…
‘Percentage of Births to Unmarried Women’
Besides which country you are born in, in my view…
Airline Ends Relationship With Chocolatier Over CEO’s Traditional Values
What does Christianity have to do with the quality of…
Armed Intruder Shot by Police in Incident at Brazil MTC
Here is the official statement from the Church on the…
Church History Museum Opens New Children’s Exhibit all about Temples
On February 12, 2020, the Church History Museum of The…
Watch the Abortion Survivors Ad Too Powerful for the Super Bowl
Pro-life group Faces of Choice recently created a powerful ad…
NPR’s Guy Raz tells Jimmy Fallon why “Mormons are great entrepreneurs”
"If you are an entrepreneur...you have to be able to…
VIDEO: BYU’s Vocal Point Shares Stunning “Be Thou My Vision”
BYU Vocal Point shared their a capella take on the…
A Victory for Biological Truth
The use of biologically inaccurate pronouns to describe those afflicted…
Why So Many Young People Are Unhappy
Though people have more money, better health care, better health,…
All “Come Follow Me” Lesson Resources from Meridian Magazine (New Testament)
All Come Follow Me resources for the New Testament 2019…
President and Sister Oaks Issue an Invitation to the Youth Prior to First 2020 Face to Face
Youth worldwide are invited to share on social media how…
Church Announces Location of India’s First Latter-day Saint Temple
The Church has also released an exterior rendering of the…
Elder Cook Meets With Philippine President Duterte
Taal Volcano relief efforts among topics discussed.
4 Potential Consequences of Passing the Equal Rights Amendment
The ERA could inevitably produce a host of negative consequences…
Filipino Members Gather in Meetinghouses as Manila is Threatened by Volcanic Ash
Apostle's ministry impacted by volcano eruption.
Giving Machines raise nearly $6.3 million in donations for various charities
From their ten locations around the world, the Giving Machines…
Mary Rollins’ Incredible Eye-Witness Account of Joseph Smith Being Transfigured
You probably remember the bravery of Mary Rollins and her…
Insights to Help You Start Strong with the New “Children and Youth” Program
Church leaders share how parents and wards can help children…
Study shows LDS sister missionaries gain leadership skills used in workplace after missions
Women who serve full-time missions for The Church of Jesus…
A Stunning Story of Forgiveness From the Mother of a School Shooter
After her son committed a horrific crime, Terri Roberts expected…
Time of change as church’s sponsorship of 400,000 Boy Scouts ends
For decades, The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints…
Senior Missionary, Serving in Nauvoo, Killed in Car Accident
From the Church: "We are saddened to share news of…
These Historians Challenge New York Times’ Dubious 1619 Project
What makes America exceptional? Undoubtedly, most Americans would say our…
Five Heartwarming Christmas Ads You May Have Missed this Year
Each year at Christmas, advertisers seem to step it up…
#LightTheWorld: President Nelson Accompanies 7-year-old YouTube Star in ‘Silent Night’
In a video that will add sweetness and joy to…
ESPN ranks BYU’s LaVell Edwards one the 150 Greatest Coaches in College Football History
In honor of the 150-year history of college football, ESPN…
5 Things You Might Have Forgotten About the Sacrament
Latter-day Saints gather every Sunday in meetinghouses to partake of…
First Presidency Releases Christmas Message
The First Presidency of The Church of Jesus Christ of…
The Left’s Revealing Hatred of the Salvation Army
We all know some individuals who are so obviously good…
Elder and Sister Renlund encourage change, use of professional mental health help at BYU devotional
In Dale G. Renlund’s address, “Experience God’s Love,” he said…
“The Christ Child: A Nativity Story” Now Available to Watch with Your Family
"The Christ Child: A Nativity Story" portrays the story of…
“A Different Kind of Strong”: Daniel L. Trotter’s Memoir Can Help Others Who Battle Addiction
A new book from Daniel L. Trotter can help everyone…
Chick-fil-A to End Donations to Christian Charities after LGBT Backlash
“We made multi-year commitments to both organizations and we fulfilled…
Finding Gratitude during Chronic Trials
The truth is, I was really struggling. I was never…
“Out of Liberty” to Play Limited Release in 50 Theaters Nationwide
One-hundred eighty years after the actual events depicted in OUT…
Church Unveils Plans for 2019 Light the World Campaign
In what is becoming an annual event, the Church is…
Will the U.S. Follow East Germany on Self-Censorship?
The ‘Democratic Republic’ was an authoritarian state whose history holds…
Church Releases Ten New “Hope Works” Videos to Inspire and Lift
"Hope Works" is a video series from the Church that…
VIDEO: An Old Favorite Hymn Made New — BYU Men’s Chorus Reimagines “How Great Thou Art”
A new rendition of the old favorite hymn, "How Great…
VIDEO: “Be Not Troubled”–How the Lord Can Help Cast Out Fears
Watch this moving new video from the Church featuring a…
9 American Women and Children Murdered Near Mexican Settlement with Utah Ties
"The women and children — including 8-month-old twins — were…
Title of Liberty Raised in Three-Country Tour of Central America
Latter-day Saints participate in historic religious freedom conference.
St. George Latter-day Saint Temple closes for renovation
The St. George Temple of The Church of Jesus Christ…
Four Things to Do When You’re Dating Someone Who Struggles with Pornography
Here are four things I have learned (and wish I…
Groundbreaking Held for International African American Museum
Ground is now broken on the International African American Museum…
The Inspiring Family Who Topped Off the Campaign for the Leprosy-Affected
Recently a reader shared with us the inspiring story of…
Site Announced for Moses Lake Washington Temple
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints has announced…
The False Hope of the Transgender Language Police
Always, a brand of period pads, recently announced it will…
VIDEO: A Five Minute Summary on the Life and Work of Joseph Smith
To share with your friends; the latest in the Church's…
Church Continues to Oppose Conversion Therapy, Clarifies Misrepresentation in Media
In response to the many stories inaccurately reported by the…
VIDEO: Choosing to Believe During a Crisis of Faith
Ever found yourself wondering what to believe or whether God…
Tabernacle Choir at Temple Square Announces 20th Annual Christmas Concert Guest Artists
New Process for Requesting Complimentary Tickets Introduced.
A Letter to a Single Sister
From Sharon Eubank: "I received a letter describing the pain…
First Presidency welcomes Cuba’s US Ambassador to Temple Square
Ambassador Cabañas reaffirms that the Church is welcome in his…
Religious Freedom and Public Morality Must be Centre Stage, Elder Cook Counsels
The moral voice must continue to be heard across our…
Baton Rouge Louisiana Temple Opens Doors to the Public
Temple has been renovated and refreshed and will be rededicated…
Church Assists With Hospital Bed Donation in Papua New Guinea
Latter-day Saint Charities has partnered with Pacific Assist and Castlemaine…
Missionary Passes Away in the Democratic Republic of the Congo
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints has released…
Temple Square organist and ‘icon’ Bonnie Goodliffe retires after 40 years
Goodliffe thought she might feel a tinge of sadness as…
Missionaries Accounted for After State of Emergency Declared in Chile
A state of emergency has been declared in parts of…
Ground Broken for Utah’s 18th Temple
Ground was broken Saturday for the Saratoga Springs Utah Temple…
Latter-day Saint Apostle Rededicates Frankfurt Germany Temple
The rededication took place in the temple on Sunday, October…
“The Lord Guides Lehi’s Journey”: See the Latest Book of Mormon Video
The Lord commands the company to continue on their journey…
VIDEO: Where Did the Book of Mormon Come From?
The latest in the Church's "Now You Know" series on…
I Decided to Marry a Recovering Pornography Addict
How could I know that it was OK to marry…
Latter-day Saint Relief Society launches newly updated website for women
Female members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day…
Church Issues Statement Opposing Proposed Utah Psychologist Licensing Act Rule
The Church has released the following statement in connection with…
Democratic Republic of the Congo Eliminates Maternal and Neonatal Tetanus with Help of Latter-day Saint Charities and Other Partners
Latter-day Saint Charities and other partners such as UNICEF USA…
New York Times Highlights Church Productions in Article on Growing Film Industry in Utah
"Movies made by the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day…
Raleigh North Carolina Temple Is Rededicated
This sacred event took place in the temple on Sunday,…
Asunción Paraguay Temple Opens for Public Tours
A free public open house began on Saturday, October 12…
See the Vision of the Tree of Life as Portrayed in the Book of Mormon Videos
We've all read 1 Nephi and had our own ideas…
Safety in Chapels Is the Responsibility of Every Latter-day Saint
Update to security guidelines is a response to ‘changing conditions…
DC Is Abolishing Columbus Day. Here’s the Truth About Columbus.
On Tuesday, the D.C. City Council approved a measure to…
Rendering of the Layton Utah Temple Released
The Church has released an exterior rendering depicting the intended…
President Nelson’s Global Ministry to Continue in Southeast Asia
This will be the first visit to Vietnam and Cambodia…
Here’s what a non-Latter-day Saint got out of general conference
When I hear a religious leader like President Russell M.…
General Conference Memes to Share with Your Friends: Sunday Sessions
Here is a series of beautiful memes from the Sunday…
General Conference Memes to Share with Your Friends: Saturday Sessions
Here is a series of beautiful memes from the Saturday…
Latest Book of Mormon Episode Released: Ishmael and Lehi’s Families Join Together
The latest episode of the Book of Mormon videos has…
President Nelson Announces Eight New Temples During the Women’s Session of General Conference
President Russell M. Nelson made the exciting announcement of eight…
Changes Announced to Strengthen Youth, New Young Women’s Theme Introduced
New adjustments were announced over several sessions of general conference…
Leadership Changes Announced at October 2019 General Conference
President Henry B. Eyring announced the following changes to Church…
Other Important Topics Addressed at October 2019 Leadership Meetings
Leaders address the use of the correct name of the…
Another Historic Announcement as General Conference Leadership Sessions Begin
As is customary for the October general conference General Authorities…
Church announces historic change, enabling women to be witnesses for baptisms and temple sealings
President Russell M. Nelson announced a historic change in policy…
VIDEO: How the Savior Can Help us Work Through Emotional Trauma
Will emotional trauma ever go away? Addressing it with a…
Growing Up to Be Good Is More Important Than Career
Ask any young person—even a young child—“What do you want…
Church Meets with Leader of UN World Food Programme
Bishop W. Christopher Waddell of the Presiding Bishopric and Sister…
Why Americans Don’t Fully Trust Many Who Hold Positions of Power
The new survey looked at trust in members of Congress,…
Latter-day Saints Worldwide Introduced to New Program for Children and Youth
Members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints…
See the Next Episode of the Book of Mormon Video Series
The Church recently debuted the first installment in a new…
No correlation between youth suicide and Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints
When reporting on the LGBT community, suicide and The Church…
HHS Secretary Tells UN General Assembly: ‘There Is No International Right to an Abortion’
The U.S. health and human services secretary condemned efforts to…
Rendering Released for the Feather River California Temple
A rendering of the beautiful exterior design of the Feather…
Tooele Valley Utah Temple Site Announced
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints has announced…
Groundbreaking Scheduled for the Puebla Mexico Temple
The First Presidency of The Church of Jesus Christ of…
VIDEO: New Animation Explains Doctrine of the Plan of Salvation
Use this simple video as a missionary tool to share…
Engage Society in Informed, Sincere, and Civil Ways, Says Primary General President
Sister Jones pointed to precepts taught by Joseph Smith in…
Church Donates $150,000 to Suicide Prevention and Awareness Campaign in Utah
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints has donated…
See an Exclusive Clip from “Out of Liberty”
This powerful scene from Out of Liberty is an incredible…
First Episode in Book of Mormon Series Just Released
Watch the first Book of Mormon video here.
Raleigh North Carolina Temple Opens for Tours
After a lengthy remodeling project, the Raleigh North Carolina Temple…
Guatemala Missionary Training Center Closing
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints has announced…
Christian health care organization asks Latter-day Saints to rethink their beliefs or leave
Latter-day Saint Ryan Baker has been a member of Samaritan…
Bishop Causse Gives Keynote Address at UN Conference in Geneva
“As a person of faith, I believe that all of…
7 Latter-day Saint Artists Hit Billboard Classical Crossover Charts
This week’s Billboard Classical Crossover Chart featured seven Latter-day Saint…
Merriam-Webster Adds Non-Binary Definition of ‘They’ to Dictionary
Merriam-Webster has updated its dictionary with an additional definition of…
Missionary Involved in Car Accident in Canada Passes Away
On Friday, two young missionaries were involved in a car…
Elder Neil L. Andersen Dedicates Lisbon Portugal Temple
Elder Neil L. Andersen, a member of the Quorum of…
Two Missionaries Seriously Hurt in Crash
On Friday, two young missionaries serving in the Canada Vancouver…
Infanticide Hearing Witness Says Hospital Created ‘Comfort Room’ Where Aborted Babies Die
Christ Hospital in Oak Lawn, Illinois, allegedly has a ‘comfort…
Building a temple in Russia may be a heavy lift in a nation not eager to even see Latter-day Saint chapels
In 2016, the Russian government passed a strict law against…
VIDEO: An Irish Blessing Turned Missionary Farewell Song
Joyful Notes is a Latter-day Saint children's choir out of…
Refinery29 Features a Day in the Life of a Sister Missionary
Recently, Refinery29, a media outlet focused on empowering and sharing…
Two Missionaries Injured by Stray Bullet in Oregon
Three people, two of whom were full-time missionaries for The…
VIDEO: See Studio C’s Hilarious Take on Braving Costco with Kids
"Going to Costco with three kids is war!" So says…
VIDEO: Piano Guys’ New Music Video Features Latter-day Saint “World of Dance” Competitors
Six-time chart topping classical music group The Piano Guys just…
LDS Charities, partners assemble 500,000 meals for children in need as part of United Nations gathering
The 68th United Nations Civil Society Conference this week in…
Megaplex and “The Other Side of Heaven 2” to Raise Funds for Tongan Schoolchildren
In an unprecedented move, Elder John H. Groberg and the…
Pioneering Lawsuit Against Website that Exploited Young Women Applauded by NCOSE
As a civil lawsuit filed by 22 women against pornographic…
The Church makes it clear: No guns in its meetinghouses
If ever there were a question about its stance toward…
Latter-day Saint apostle warns BYU employees against sowing seeds of doubt in students
Brigham Young University’s employees should be a cheerful, empathetic example…
Paul Cardall Becomes First Latter-day Saint Artist Nominated for Prestigious DOVE Award
Paul Cardall is the first Latter-day Saint artist to be…
Historic Merger Will Mean Greater Resources for Family History Buffs
In a historic move, the boards of the National Genealogical…
Two Purposes: Accepting and Including People with Disabilities
Reaching out to those in need doesn’t require the extraordinary,…
Church Clarifies Vaping, Lattes, and Recreational Use of Marijuana as Against the Word of Wisdom
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints has clarified…
We Killed God, Family, And Community — And Now It’s Killing Us
We have discarded social institutions that have helped people understand…
Pro-Life Groups Renew Push for ‘Born Alive’ Bill
Beginning Monday, pro-life activists are renewing efforts to convince members…
Majority Supports Requiring Doctors to Care for Babies Who Survive Abortion, Heritage Action Poll Finds
The vast majority of likely voters support requiring doctors to…
Church of the Apostles discovered near Sea of Galilee, archaeologists say
The Church of the Apostles, which is said to have…
Gallup: U.S. Confidence in Organized Religion Remains Low
Americans' confidence in the church or organized religion continues to…
What Americans Know About Religion (And What they Don’t)
Most Americans are familiar with some of the basics of…
VIDEO: Furnishing a Whole Room With Only What You Can Find at the DI
Could you redo a room in your home with items…
VIDEO: Internet Sensation Claire Crosby, Now 6 Years Old, Sings ‘Consider the Lilies’
Latter-day Saint and YouTube sensation Claire Crosby is now 6…
I Went to a Socialism Conference. Here Are My 6 Observations.
While the panelists and attendees were certainly radical, and often…
New York Paper Writes of the “Bittersweet” Preparations for the End of the Hill Cumorah Pageant
From The Buffalo News: "Every year since 1937, Latter-day Saints…
VIDEO: Hear BYU Vocal Point’s New Rendition of ‘Circle of Life’
Ahead of this week release of Disney's new live action…
Bearing Testimony Through Song at Carnegie Hall During the New York City Black Out
Thousands of people in Midtown Manhattan were plunged into darkness…
British Isles Latter-day Saint Church History and Literary Tour Summer 2020!
Do you want to have the time of your life…
President Nelson Shares Photo of Newest Great Grandchild, Message About Heavenly Father’s Desires for Us
President Nelson posted on his Facebook page about the arrival…
Congregations relocated from ‘nearly destroyed’ Ogden LDS church struck by vandals
Debris from the burned and smashed interior of an Ogden…
Nike’s Betsy Ross Flag Freak-Out Shows Moral Inconsistency
Nike recently pulled a line of shoes—the Air Max 1…
France Pushing Law that Would Jail Social Media Officials for Not Deleting ‘Hate Speech’
France is pushing a new, absolutely terrible law that could…
New York Times: ‘Mormon’ No More: Faithful Reflect on Church’s Move to Scrap a Moniker
The New York Times published an article on the reemphasis…
Religion News Service: 100 years of Mormon temple garments
On a recent trip to Utah I found a treasure…
The Trials That Don’t Go Away
We hear all the time about overcoming trials—but what about…
It’s Curtains for a George Washington Mural in San Francisco. Or Paint, or Panels. Just Hide It!
The Founding Fathers often serve as a rhetorical backstop for…
Family gives Lincoln Presidential Library a Bible that once belonged to the 16th president
A unique Bible that belonged to Abraham Lincoln in his…
How A Shift To Majority-Childless Adults Will Deeply Change American Culture
This year, the birthrate in the United States has fallen…
Harvard Demonstrates Once Again That Post-Christian America Is Post-Forgiveness America
Today, Parkland-shooting survivor Kyle Kashuv tweeted that Harvard University had…
New Discoveries Made at Ancient Site Constructed by King Herod
A coin cache, Greek inscription and Roman mosaic floor were…
Alex Boyé reveals how he overcame a ‘major’ pornography problem
Alex Boyé is known for his many talents. He’s a…
I’m an OB-GYN. Here’s My Take on Whether Abortion Is ‘Safer Than Childbirth.’
“Pregnancy kills, abortion saves lives.” So proclaimed a recent New…
Former “Studio C” Members to be Featured on New NBC Show
JK! Studios, founded by former members of the beloved BYUtv…
Amid a sea of companies raising money for abortion, Wendy’s stands up and promotes adoption
According to a Tuesday article published on Live Action, Wendy's…
Pope Francis makes change to Lord’s Prayer
Lead us not into 'mistranslation'. Pope Francis officially approved a…
Celebrity Politics and Georgia’s Abortion Law
This sort of disdain of our culture’s supposed elite for…
“Bus Stop Mama”: Latter-day Saint Mom Meets Kids with 100 Days of Costumes
A lot of parents greet their kids when they get…
Federal Transportation Officials Launch Investigation on Discrimination against Chick-Fil-A
The U.S. Department of Transportation announced Friday that it will…
Seeds Are Safe in Your Cupboard, but That’s Not What Seeds Are For
Seeds, though resilient, are pretty much useless unless you plant…
The Tabernacle Choir at Temple Square Announces 2020 Heritage Tour
The world-renowned Tabernacle Choir and Orchestra at Temple Square will…
LDS Church to demolish five buildings at Provo MTC, replace with plaza garden, statuary and quiet study places
After 40 years of slump block classrooms, dank dormitory buildings…
The War on History Comes for George Washington
They finally came for George Washington. The perpetual war on…
Jewish Reporter Tours the Oakland Temple, Excited to See Echoes of Ancient Temples in the Holy Land
"As a Jew, I experienced an exciting sense of standing…
Latter-day Saint missionary dies in Mexico City from asphyxiation
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints announced the…
BYU announces changes to Honor Code Office following student criticism
Following student criticism of the Honor Code Office at BYU,…
VIDEO: New Music Video Celebrates 20th Anniversary of EFY Medley
Michael R. Hicks, the composer of the EFY Medley: As…
VIDEO: Latter-day Saint Artists Collaborate on Beautiful Mother’s Day Tribute
Listen to this beautiful Mother's Day mash-up between "You Say"…
Divorced?: Join this Summer’s Retreat for Latter-day Saint Divorce Survivors
The LDS Divorce Survivors is pleased to announce their 5th…
America Is Still Highly Religious. So Why Do We Keep Liberalizing Standards?
new data shows that Americans actually want religion to play…
“If Thou Endure it Well”: In Memory of Meridian Author Ted Gibbons
We at Meridian Magazine are sad to announce the passing…
New Temple Square Organist Appointed: Continuing a Legacy of Musical Mastery
The Tabernacle Choir at Temple Square announced that Joseph Peeples…
VIDEO: Church Releases New Easter Message, #BecauseofHim
In a new Easter video released by the Church, we…
An Easter Message from the First Presidency
The First Presidency released the following inspiring Easter message via…
Church calls First African American General Authority
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints called the…
BYUtv Jimmer Fredette Documentary “The Lonely Master” Captures His Massive Chinese Basketball Career, Airs Saturday April 6
The intimate film goes behind-the-scenes for his successful 2017-2018 Shanghai…
First Look: Trailer Released for New T.C. Christensen Film, “The Fighting Preacher”
“When we think of pioneers, we automatically imagine church members…
New Translations of LDS Scripture Announced
The First Presidency of The Church of Jesus Christ of…
‘Exactly When Did You Think America Was Great?’ Says Eric Holder. Here Is the Answer.
There’s no doubt that one of the flashpoints of the…
Study Ranks Utah as Second Least Stressed State in America
The study was released by Wallethub and also found that…
Religion News Service’s Hilarious (and Almost Believable) April Fools Post About President Nelson
While they can give us a laugh, most of the…
Mississippi school orders teachers to remove religious items from classroom
"I cried when I read the email stating we were…
Meridian’s Complete Coverage of the Rome Temple
See all of the articles and resources Meridian Magazine has…
VIDEO: Latter-day Saint Contestant Gets Surprise Proposal on “American Idol”
Just after receiving a standing ovation from the judges for…
Usher in the Easter Season with a Free Performance of “Lamb of God” at Abravanel Hall in Salt Lake City
Please come and hear Draper Philharmonic & Choral Society’s unsurpassed…
From CNN: “Why the ‘Mormon’ church changed its name. (It’s about revelation, not rebranding.)”
In a recent article, a CNN contributor explored the place…
How to Attend The Tabernacle Choir’s “He Is Risen: A Sacred Easter Presentation”
The Tabernacle Choir at Temple Square, the Orchestra at Temple…
Vox: “Most churches are losing members fast — but not the Mormons. Here’s why.”
From Vox: "In an era marked by unprecedented religious decline,…
Russian Gov’t Denies Knowledge of Detained Latter-day Saint Volunteers
Today, Russian government officials denied any knowledge of detaining two…
Russian police detain two Latter-day Saint volunteers in Novorossiysk
Local Russian police arrested two young Latter-day Saint volunteers during…
Rome Temple Dedication Journal—Day 4: “The Word of God is Not Chained”
I love those moments when a scripture story suddenly leaps…
Church Announces Adjustments to Policies for Temple Workers in New Letter
In a letter dated March 1, 2019, The Church of…
‘Faith is a process’: Emeritus general authority and wife pen book to help people struggling with ambiguity and doubt
Bruce and Marie Hafen first came face to face with…
You aren’t invincible, new safety videos warn Latter-day Saint missionaries
Latter-day Saint leaders have an emphatic message for their youthful…
All of our mothers and the life force of women
Each man and woman born into this mortal world of…
The True Story Behind This Viral Missionary Dance Video
Elder Hunter Olsen and Elder Jet Boardman, two Latter-day Saint…
Church donates $2 million to the International African American Museum Center for Family History
Elder David A. Bednar of the Quorum of the Twelve…
Using Your Food Storage: Hearty Black Bean Chili
Now this is a good dish to warm your family…
While calling home, missionaries should still write the ‘things of the soul’
Rather than an email that reads like a checklist of…
Peace Be Unto You: Anxiety Management Using Gospel Principles
Anxiety is designed to be helpful, increasing our awareness and…
Learn about one woman’s 15-year journey to find her escaped slave ancestor before she comes to RootsTech
Significant breakthroughs often seem to come when a person is…
Missionary from Utah serving in Dominican Republic dies after fall from roof
Elder Brennan Conrad, an 18-year-old missionary from Utah serving a…
Using Your Food Storage: Dutch Oven Deep Dish Pizza
Whether you are on a camp out or just eating…
New York Times: “In Center of Catholicism, New Mormon Temple Invites Curious Romans for a Look”
From the New York TImes: Home to the Vatican, the…
Religion News Service: A Response to Criticism about the New Missionary Policy
The reaction to last week’s announcement that Mormon missionaries will…
30 Questions To Ask Your Missionary
With the recent changes to the communication guidelines, Latter-day Saint…
Four Latter-day Saint Missionaries Injured in Car Accident in New Caledonia
Four missionaries serving for The Church of Jesus Christ of…
Using Your Food Storage: Easy Chocolate Cake in a Mug for Valentine’s Day
Here’s a yummy surprise to make for your sweetheart this…
“Four Generations Challenge”: Latest Internet Trend Celebrates Family Connections
The history of Internet challenges is a bit of an…
Are 2 Church Fires in St. George Connected?
Local, state and federal officials announced Friday that they are…
VIDEO: One Man’s Hilarious and Heartwarming Journey from the Book of Mormon Musical to Joining the Church
Tanner Hutchens has a story to tell. It’s a simultaneously…
Court rules for religious student group in clash between LGBTQ, religious rights
A Christian student group accused of anti-LGBTQ discrimination has had…
Using Your Food Storage: Classic Shepherd’s Pie
After all of the holidays are over, winter can feel…
North Korean Christians keep faith underground amid crackdowns
One North Korean defector in Seoul describes her family back…
VIDEO: Hear Gladys Knight’s Soul-stirring National Anthem Performance from Super Bowl LIII
"Empress of Soul" and Latter-day Saint singer Gladys Knight kicked…
Excommunication Helped me Find the Miracle I was Looking For
I returned home from the mission field more broken in…
Does faith make you happier? New research explores links between religion and well-being
Are you trying to be happier and healthier in 2019?…
VIDEO: History Channel to Release Eight-Part Drama on the Life of Christ
“Jesus: His Life” explores the story of Jesus Christ through…
Using Your Food Storage: A Delicious Breakfast Smoothie When You’re On-the-Go
Sometimes it can be hard to find a healthy and…
Missionary Passes Away While Serving in Portugal
A young elder serving a mission for The Church of…
Fire at St. George stake center intentionally set, fire officials say
A new stake center for the St. George East Stake…
The Pro-Life Fight: A Big Win and a Disheartening Loss
This week marked the 46th anniversary of Roe v. Wade,…
What to do with your questions, according to a General Authority who’s an expert on anti-Church materials
As part of an assignment as a General Authority Seventy,…
Two rare LDS books still missing after man pleads guilty to stealing from BYU library
A self-proclaimed Latter-day Saint antiquities dealer pleaded guilty last week…
The life-changing moment when this BYU professor sang ‘I am a Child of God’ to Mother Teresa
Before bidding farewell to a group of Brigham Young University…
Using Your Food Storage: Quick and Tasty Beef Stroganoff
While the origins of beef stroganoff can be traced back…
5 Tips for Having Serious Gospel Discussions with Your Kids
Let’s face it—we have all kinds of conversations with our…
Sister Eubank Shares About Religious Conference in Iraq, Being Introduced as “Father Eubank”
"When it came time for my panel, I was announced…
‘A fulness of joy’: President Nelson shares message of eternal life at his daughter’s funeral
President Nelson told his posterity: “I, with most of you,…
Gladys Knight’s Thoughtful Response to Criticism About Upcoming Super Bowl Appearance
"I am here today and on Sunday, Feb. 3, to…
Apostle leads Catholic delegation on tour of Rome Temple
A Catholic delegation led by the secretary of the Vatican's…
Using Your Food Storage: A Summer Treat in January
With freeze-dried raspberries, blackberries and blueberries in your pantry, you…
Proposed Law Could Lead to More Parents Losing Custody of Kids Who Want ‘Gender Transition’
Americans have long understood that children are best cared for…
The Supreme Court could reinterpret the First Amendment in a conservative direction this term. Here’s how
Even though they've had more than 230 years to figure…
The FBI has been tracking crimes against Latter-day Saints for 3 years. Here’s why
Anti-Semitism and Islamophobia are on the rise, but so are…
Why does a legendary reporter want to talk Watergate with a church apostle?
Bob Woodward literally wrote the book on Watergate. Five books,…
Putin disavows crackdown on Jehovah’s Witnesses. Could this help revive the LDS Church’s efforts in Russia, too?
“Jehovah’s Witnesses are Christians, too. I don’t quite understand why…
Story about life of Jesus emerges as largest crowdfunded entertainment project in history
"The Chosen," the first multi-season series of its kind about…
Using Your Food Storage: Quick and Delicious Butternut Squash Soup
Butternut squash is delicious and hearty but can sometimes take…
Faith on the Hill: The religious composition of the 116th Congress
The new, 116th Congress includes the first two Muslim women…
What’s Coming from FamilySearch in 2019
The popular, free genealogy website, FamilySearch.org, announced its 2019 plans…
Proposed Arizona monument would honor Mormon settlers
A proposed monument at the Arizona Capitol would recall the…
Reader’s Question: How do I Teach the Gospel at Home if My Children are Resistant?
Last week we posed this question from a reader and…
5 Things I Wish Someone Told Me When I Returned From My Mission
When I got home from my mission everyone wanted to…
15 Ways the Church “Hastened the Work” in 2018
We’ve been holding on to our seats as the Church…
Meridian’s Top 10 Stories of 2018
From the announcements about ministering and the new two-hour block…
Readers’ Tough Questions and Your Answers
For years we had a column called Circle of Sisters,…
How to Claim Back Your Sins From Satan
We all make mistakes. We all sin. This isn’t easy…
Ben Sasse’s Wise Counsel for a Lonely, Polarized Country
“All of humanity’s problems stem from man’s inability to sit…
VIDEO: Jenny Oaks Baker & Family Four Release Mary Poppins Medley + Review of the New Film
From Jenny Oaks Baker: "Our family has always loved the…
How BYU’s Rocketry team broke a Guinness World Record and won $30,000
The BYU team not only won $30,000 from the competition,…
VIDEO: Seminary Building Janitor Nearly Collapses As Secret Santa Gives Her a New Car
Cheryl Stewart is cancer survivor holding down three jobs to…
What church changes for 11-year-olds mean for 2019 and beyond
Benn Thorderson of Tupelo, Mississippi, planned to be ordained a…
VIDEO: New Church Videos Can Help Explain Temple Ordinances to Your Friends
Despite the wonderful opportunity that temple open houses provide to…
Polygamous group lets go of sprawling worship center along Utah border
A polygamous group based on the Utah-Arizona border is letting…
#LightTheWorld Week 2: Suggestions for Lighting Your Community
Service doesn't just happen on a grand, global scale. Your…
Does Excommunication Make Any Sense?
This weekend some numbers from the upcoming “Next Mormons Survey”…
BYU officials confirm death of student who fell in Tanner Building
Police concluded their investigation into the incident Monday evening and…
New Study Explores How the Nations of Europe Regard Religion by Country
The Iron Curtain that once divided Europe may be long…
Elder Bednar addresses BYU following student’s fall
David A. Bednar noted the somber mood at Brigham Young…
Comcast Becomes Industry Leader in Parental Controls, Removed from Dirty Dozen List
“After a 5-year dialogue with Comcast, focused both on the…
Utah Latter-day Saint Tongan Community to hold Christmas Fireside in Tabernacle on Temple Square
By invitation of the Utah Area Presidency of the Church,…
BYU student falls from 4th floor of Tanner Building to atrium below
A Brigham Young University student was hospitalized in critical condition…
VIDEO: Missionary Uses His Unusual Talent for Parkour to Spread the Gospel
Elder Calen Chan is a missionary with an unusual talent.…
London’s #LightTheWorld Giving Machines Launched with a Special Focus on Helping Veterans
"[This vending machine] takes your cash just like any other,…
Fox News, NBC and Others Feature Stories on Church’s Giving Machines
The Church's exciting and unusual vending machines that offer the…
What I Saw During a First Look at the White House Christmas Decorations
In a press release the Office of the First Lady…
LDS Missionary dies at South Africa MTC in First Week of Service
A Moapa, Nevada family is grieving at the news their…
At Oxford, Elder Holland lays out Latter-day Saint theology before religious scholars, students
On Thursday, Elder Holland delivered a rousing defense of the…
The Tragedy of the European Family
In the western world, the traditional family continues to crumble…
Survey Explores Where Americans Find Meaning in Life, See Where Religion Ranks
To tackle the complex question of where Americans find meaning…
Am I good enough? A conversation on mental illness with Elder J. Devn Cornish
Diseases of despair, including depression, anxiety and suicide, seem to…
Promoting Marriage Makes Cents
If you're looking for financial stability, bank on marriage! That's…
Called to serve, not called to suffer: Hope for early returned missionaries
As part of a yearlong series on teens and anxiety, the Deseret…
LDS Missionary dies of sickness while serving in Ivory Coast
Elder Spencer Owusu, a 24-year-old full-time missionary serving for The…
VIDEO: Why the Original Cast of Studio C Decided to Leave
BYUtv's sketch comedy show found unexpected success garnered 2 million…
Overcoming Adversity Isn’t the Point
Despite our efforts, nowhere in the Plan of Salvation is…
A Ukrainian Visits the U.S.: What Americans are Taking for Granted
You surely understand all the challenges facing our country. You’re…
New York Times Publishes Tribute to Latter-day Saint Mayor Killed in Afghanistan
From the New York Times: The call had come again.…
Church leader sees confusion over medical marijuana initiative, urges Utahns to vote no
Sister Lisa Harkness, first counselor in the Primary general presidency,…
New Research on Marriage Verifies What the Lord’s Been Telling Us All Along
In the Gospel, we're often told the vital importance of…
Suggested Legislation Would Punish Dissenters on LGBT Issues
The Heritage Foundation has long opposed the expansion of antidiscrimination laws to elevate “sexual orientation”…
Sea monsters, giants and angels: Why you should study the Bible’s scary, surprising monsters
Still searching for a spooky Halloween costume? Try reading the…
The Halloween Costume that Perfectly Captures Life as a Latter-day Saint This Year
It's that time of year again. The time when social…
Church to Re-examine its 7 Pageants, Discontinues Hill Cumorah
The Hill Cumorah Pageant of The Church of Jesus Christ…
The Do’s and Don’ts of Receiving Personal Revelation
President Russel M. Nelson recently said, “In coming days, it…
VIDEO: Share the Concept of the Restoration with Your Friends with New Illustration
This week Mormon Channel released a simple, easy-to-understand and illustrated…
Halt the hostility: Masterpiece Cakeshop owner asks court to stop Colorado’s intolerance toward his faith
Although the U.S. Supreme Court ruled in June that Colorado…
VIDEO: Long-Awaited Sequel to ‘The Other Side of Heaven’ Releases First Trailer
"The Other Side of Heaven 2: Fire of Faith"—Sequel to…
President Oaks promises blessings to those who battle afflictions with faith
President Oaks, Elder Bednar visit Florida after Hurricane Michael and…
The American Legion Is Asking Supreme Court to Protect Cross-Shaped War Memorial
The American Legion and a Maryland planning commission are asking…
Bloomberg examines how Salt Lake City’s new airport is being redesigned with missionaries in mind
When members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day…
Groundbreaking Win for Religious Liberty as Christian Fire Chief Receives Justice
In a groundbreaking win for religious liberty, former fire chief…
New York Times reveals the most important thing Americans consider when describing themselves
The United States is full of people touting their family…
Nobel Prize-Winning Discovery Reveals the Hidden Cause of Age-Related Disease
Three scientists won the Nobel Prize when they discovered a…
LDS Charities will match ‘Jane and Emma’ opening day ticket sales with donation to NAACP
With the highly anticipated film "Jane and Emma" set for…
6 things you may be wondering about the new Sunday worship schedule for Latter-day Saints
Shortly after the announcement, a letter from the First Presidency and some frequently…
Things to Consider When You Struggle With General Conference
For many, General Conference is a feast of inspiration and direction from…
Herbert calls for special session on medical marijuana in light of Proposition 2 compromise
Following more than a year of a seemingly insurmountable divide…
Church releases new section on Gospel Library app with content created by — and for — young adults
Latter-day Saint young adults can now find new content created…
Attend the 2nd Annual LDS Family Life Conference this Friday, October 5, 2018
Topics to be addressed include attachment and healthy intimacy; fatherhood…
An LDS Man’s Brush with Death Opens up New Health Hope for Everyone
John Hewlett had known that in many ways he was…
Doctrine vs. Culture: Why it’s Essential to Know the Difference
“Our doctrine is beautiful, profound and healing,” said Daniel Judd,…
These religious practices by kids are linked to better well-being as young adults
Youths who regularly attend religious services, pray or meditate may…
See the Stunning New “Child of God” Music Video from the Upcoming Film, “Jane and Emma”
Jane and Emma, a poignant new film from Excel Entertainment about…
Video: Chris Pratt says ‘nothing fills my soul more than’ to talk about religion and faith
Chris Pratt doesn’t agree with the narrative that Hollywood is…
Why Church leaders support medical marijuana but not Prop. 2
Elder Christensen, along with fellow General Authority Seventy Elder Jack…
One Concept That will Totally Change the Way You Share the Gospel
Honor. It’s a concept we often relate to the military.…
Religious Liberty and the Culture War Over LGBT Rights: Can University Students Make a Difference?
Bryce Tune, a student at University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign,…
Prop. 2 ‘not the right answer,’ but church leaders urge Utah Legislature to legalize medical marijuana by year’s end
Leaders of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints…
Judge rules against faith-based agency in landmark case over LGBT rights and religious liberty
A federal judge Friday in Michigan allowed a lawsuit to…
When Prophets Disagree with My Politics
Sometimes the political conclusions we come to as individuals may…
Visualize the Journey Through Grief in this Moving New Church Video
"Many people believe that if they have faith, they shouldn't…
Elizabeth Smart calls decision to release her kidnapper ‘incomprehensible’
Board reverses decision and orders Wanda Barzee to be released…
BYUtv launches season 9 of ‘Studio C,’ announces 3 new family-friendly TV shows
The season nine premiere of “Studio C,” which airs on…
Faith leaders will address suicide and mental health during the national weekend of prayer
Social stigma and fear have long prevented difficult conversations about…
Church responds to woman who confronted Arizona congregation with rape allegation
A Colorado woman suing The Church of Jesus Christ of…
Ten Marriage Tips From the Prophets That Every Couple Needs
Building happy marriages is a topic that, lucky for us,…
Medium: “Are Mormons Having a Conversation Everyone Else Should be Having?”
"Jane and Emma" is exactly the kind of film Americans — faithful,…
Here’s why Sam Young faces discipline from The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints
The Texas man who conducted a three-week campaign this summer…
Are you a ‘Sunday stalwart’ or ‘solidly secular’? New study sorts Americans by religious habits
What does it mean to be Catholic, Jewish or a…
President Oaks talks Church history, LGBT issues, mental illness
Directing his remarks to the sometimes “neglected group” of “extraordinary…
Holy nights: New Marriott rooms to get Bible, Book of Mormon
Sheraton, Westin and other Starwood hotels are finding their religion.…
Observing the way President Nelson Receives Revelation Firsthand
A recent Facebook post from Elder Neil L. Andersen of…
Journals of Wilford Woodruff Now Available Digitally in Church History Library
“Arguably, Wilford Woodruff is one of the most important journal…
First Look Trailer Released for New Film about Emma Smith and Jane Manning
This past week, distributor Excel Entertainment released a first look…
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints issues new name guidelines, dropping term “Mormon” in most uses
President Russell M. Nelson of The Church of Jesus Christ…
Why people of faith are speaking up about paid family leave
Congress is currently considering paid leave bills from Republicans and…
A company accidentally put a Mormon temple on ‘Beauty and the Beast’ phone cases, and the internet bought them all
Katie Hoyos didn’t know what was missing from her “Beauty…
VIDEO: Utah Dance Duo Become First in NBC Series to Receive a Perfect Score
At the start of the season, Springville dancers Charity Anderson…
All 10 Original Cast Members are Leaving ‘Studio C’
Season 9 of BYU’s sketch comedy show “Studio C” is…
Why America’s ‘nones’ don’t identify with a religion
A growing share of Americans are religiously unaffiliated. We recently asked a…
Major US Initiative Could Spark New Era of Expanding Religious Freedom
Historically, governments that strongly protect religious freedom have been a…
What is really going on with Utah’s Suicide Epidemic?
What I hope to do in this article is take…
U.S.-Russia relations make Russian LDS temple no small feat
Despite long-standing tensions between the United States and Russia, LDS…
‘Sheer panic set in’: LDS dad describes chaos at top of Indonesian volcano when quake hit
Climbing Mt. Rinjani had always been on Chilton’s bucket list.…
VIDEO: Hear “I Believe in Christ” Like You’ve Never Heard it Before
There are some LDS Hymns that members of the Church…
Opinion: Why we need LDS bishop-youth interviews
Some have called for the end of one-on-one LDS bishop…
Why Christians Can’t Compromise on Conscience
An attack on the faith is an attack on the…
VIDEO: See the Impact of the Light the World Vending Machines in Temple Square
In an effort to thank all who participated in the…
Every Mormon Should Read This Scripture Before Commenting Online
The world is a scary place. If you have spent…
Why Americans Go (and Don’t Go) to Religious Services
In recent years, the percentage of U.S. adults who say…
LDS Church Announces 2019 Mutual Theme for Youth
The Church has announced that the 2019 Mutual theme for…
Key takeaways from this week’s first-of-its-kind State Department religious freedom event
The State Department succeeded in bringing together a diverse group…
Why overturning Roe v. Wade won’t be easy
Appointment of a conservative to the court does not necessarily…
Lesson 31: “Happy Is the Man That Findeth Wisdom”
The books of Proverbs and Ecclesiastes provide an intriguing variation…
LDS Church responds to man engaged in hunger strike to protest bishop’s interviews
Leaders of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints…
Justice Department Weighs In to Protect Free Speech on Campus
In the face of Orwellian speech codes on campus—and with…
LDS Missionaries, Depression, and Anxiety: Finding Answers
A growing majority of the world’s population experiences or encounters…
Religious liberty and LGBT rights: Solutions elusive in adoption conflict
Academics and advocates took first steps recently toward what they…
Bidding starts at $50K for Bible that went to moon
For the collector who has almost everything, there’s a chance…
VIDEO: How We Can Better Support Our LGBTQ Brothers and Sisters
Elder M. Russell Ballard's recent admonition to listen to and…
LDS Missionary from Utah Dies After Fall from Cliff in Australia
Gavin Paul Zimmerman, 19, of West Haven, Utah, fell while…
LDS shooting update: Motive elusive as Nevada man held on $1.05 million bail, faces murder charge
Bert Miller, a quiet-but-witty, unassuming mechanic and volunteer firefighter, brought…
One Dead in Shooting at LDS Church in Nevada
When the sacrament service was complete and as the meeting’s…
Inside the collaboration between the LDS Church and NAACP
Despite their past differences, the LDS Church's First Presidency and…
These Six Cases Show How Brett Kavanaugh Might Rule on Religious Freedom
While serving on the U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals in…
LDS Church comments as Dan Reynolds seeks to raise $1 million at second LoveLoud music fest
Dan Reynolds' own complex relationship with The Church of Jesus…
Why the LDS Church’s new policies on bishop’s interviews just make sense
When I was a teenager, I felt the need to…
True Confessions of a Mormon Mom with LOTS of Kids
You’ve seen them driving those BMWs (big Mormon wagons) or…
LDS Church, NAACP to launch joint education, employment initiative
Two months after a joint press conference that signaled a…
SCOTUS: Built for the Roe ahead?
In the few days since America met Justice Anthony Kennedy's…
Church receives Treasured Gift at 100th Anniversary of the Vision of the Redemption of the Dead
Scott Jackson was thumbing through his family’s treasured Bible in…
LDS Church Releases Trailer for New Mormon Message on the Life of Sister Reyna Aburto
This week the Church released a trailer for a new…
LDS Church Donates to an LGBTQ Mormon Support Group for Suicide Prevention
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints gave an…
Why children have the most to lose in the latest battle over LGBT and religious rights
In the first case of its kind, two sides will…
LDS Church Releases New Manuals, Resources for At-Home Gospel Study
The First Presidency has announced a series of resources to…
Elder Kevin W. Pearson to Speak at 20th Annual FairMormon Conference
The conference is on August 1, 2, and 3 at…
How becoming Mexican trucking experts helped these four BYU students fight human trafficking
A 59-page report about the ins and outs of Mexico's…
LDS apostle: ‘Totally false’ that suicide leads to permanent hell
The statement was made by Elder Dale G. Renlund of…
‘Time to bury our weapons’: Black LDS leader harbors ‘magnificent hopes’ for church’s racial future
Darius Gray spent the past eight months reviewing racist statements…
VIDEO: Two New Church Messages Emphasize the Importance of Having Compassion for Each Other
The LDS Church released two new video messages this weekend,…
Supreme Court Sides with Pro-life Centers in Groundbreaking Decision
If you’re wondering how effective pregnancy care centers are, just…
San Francisco Gay Men’s Chorus performs with Mormon Tabernacle Choir
When Dr. Timothy Seelig, the artistic director of the San…
‘Crucial role’ of Church history in Missouri highlighted in $380 million Gateway Arch renovation
The Museum at the Gateway Arch in St. Louis, Missouri, has always…
Why should I Consider the Lilies?
Learning the backstory of this beloved song will increase your…
Prolific LDS Songwriter Janice Kapp Perry Expresses Her Excitement for New LDS Hymnbook
Janice Kapp Perry, one of the most prolific hymn writers…
How an Ancestry DNA test brought a father and son together after 50 years
Jim Hayes had tried to find his biological parents for…
‘Troubled’ by forced separation of families, LDS Church calls for ‘rational, compassionate’ immigration solutions
The LDS Church said Monday that the forced separation of…
Study: The Age Gap in Religion Around the World
In the United States, religious congregations have been graying for…
Deseret News Op-Ed: Responding to Ellen on Mormons and teen suicide
Last week, lead singer for Imagine Dragons, Dan Reynolds, stopped by…
How 139 bills across the country are redefining religious freedom
These bills cover everything from LGBT rights to free speech,…
LDS Church-owned Family Search to Add Same-sex Couples to Family Tree Feature
FamilySearch, the world's largest genealogy organization, owned and operated by…
5 Ways to Minister to the Fatherless This Father’s Day
Father’s Day is a time to celebrate men who provide,…
Masterpiece Cakeshop: How Can a 7-2 Supreme Court Decision Be “Narrow?”
Masterpiece Cakeshop is being described as a “narrow” ruling not because…
VIDEO: Rexburg Children’s Choir Shares This Essential Truth in New Music Video
"I know Heavenly Father loves me." If each of us…
How sister missionaries have dispelled myths for 120 years
To counter anti-Mormon efforts in Europe and America, where the…
A Constitutional Amendment for Gay Rights?
The gay-rights movement has been on an impressive winning streak.…
7 Takeaways From the “Gay Wedding Cake” Case
The recent Supreme Court ruling in favor of a Colorado…
Arrested for praying, released detainee now prays about next steps
In May of 2017, Kim Hak Song was on a…
LDS Church responds to Supreme Court ruling about baker, same-sex wedding case
"The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints welcomes today’s…
Two Latter-day Saints Counted Among the Missing after Volcano Erupts in Guatemala
Two Latter-day Saints are counted among the missing following Sunday’s…
President Nelson invites youth to enlist in the Lord’s battalion by doing 5 specific things
The youth of the Church have the opportunity to "be…
LDS Rugby Star Gives Up $200,000 to Serve Mission
"We are very proud of him that he has had…
What Being Christian in Western Europe Looks Like Today
The majority of Europe’s Christians are non-practicing, but they differ…
Four Habits that Can Increase Your Commitment to the Gospel
Now that I’ve been home from my mission for almost…
After Two Years in Venezuelan Prison, Utahn Josh Holt is Finally Released
Sitting in the White House Saturday night next to President…
New York Times: What Islamophobic Politicians Can Learn From Mormons
NYT: "Republican officials in 49 states have publicly attacked Islam,…
Body of Returned Sister Missionary Missing for 3 years Found in Canyon
Police say the high profile missing person case is now…
New Church History Library exhibit features ‘significant documents’ from black LDS history
As The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints commemorates…
Six Ways to Adjust to Life after the Mission
When I stepped off that plane at the end of…
More than half of Mormon missionaries transfer out of Nicaragua due to unrest
The LDS Church is transferring 169 of its 327 missionaries…
When a University Student was Asked to Remove Bible Verse from Her Graduation Speech
Last week, Colorado Mesa University gave the Class of 2018…
Venezuelan prison riot renews calls to free imprisoned Utahn
A Utah man who has been held in a Venezuelan…
The Wages of Death: The Debate on Assisted Suicide
Doctor-administered lethal-injection euthanasia has been legalized in the Netherlands, Belgium,…
Elder Vaughn J. Featherstone, 87, dies
Elder Vaughn J. Featherstone — an emeritus General Authority, former…
VIDEO: Church Releases Special Message Honoring Mothers
Why is it so easy for women to admire their…
Religion News Service: “‘Mormon Women for Ethical Government’ is growing fast and standing firm”
On March 24, I attended the first annual conference of Mormon…
LDS Church issues changes based on survey of missionary safety
Last June, The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints announced…
Utah Home Prices are Among the Highest in Nation
Just how much does your annual salary need to be…
New Video on “Be One” Website
This video, just released from the LDS Church, captures why…
California Considers Bill That Would Make Traditional Views on Sexuality Illegal
A bill under consideration in California would outlaw speech and…
Most social networks will no longer be available in LDS meetinghouses beginning in May
Access to many social media sites will no longer be…
Mormons stand out from other faith groups for their views on LGBT rights
Members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints…
Japan’s Rent-a-Family Industry
If ever there was a demonstration of how foundational family…
LDS Church temporarily removing volunteers out of Turkey due to ‘political tensions’
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints has announced…
Video: 5-Year-Old Claire Ryann Crosby and Dad Sing “Peace in Christ”
The little girl who charmed the world singing “Gethsemane” has…
Elder Holland’s Timely Warning to the BYU April 2018 Graduates
“If we can’t look at you to change the world,…
LDS Church releases statement regarding mission president’s misconduct in 2014
The LDS Church issued a statement Thursday in the wake…
Columbus Newspaper Features LDS Missionaries Learning Nepali to Help Refugees
From The Columbus Dispatch: "Tulasi Bisda is a 74-year-old Bhutanese-Nepali…
Four LDS missionaries injured in crash that killed two people in Idaho
Two people were killed and four missionaries for the LDS…
Behind the pipes: Retiring Salt Lake Tabernacle organist reflects on 36 year career
Clay Christiansen was on the verge of desperation — the…
Fear of Missing Out…On the Celestial Kingdom
Truth of the matter is, we just aren’t good enough.…
Three Doctrines Only The LDS Church Teaches But Every Christian Wants to Believe
One of the most shocking things I have learned from…
Key moment in Hurricane Harvey recovery: Houston LDS temple rededicated
Shawn Calvert seemed to exhale a bit Sunday after stepping…
‘A Place That Feels Like Home’: Houston Temple Ready for Rededication
For Mormons worldwide, the haunting images of filthy flood water…
Change to LDS Church policy can improve intergenerational relationships
More than 60 percent of Utah residents will be affected…
LDS Nurse Beats Out Professional Athletes to Take Second in Boston Marathon
Many of those who watched the Boston Marathon — even the…
“But if Not”: When Prayers Might Not Be Answered as You Hope
“Please bless that the two new spots in Mommy’s brain…
‘Dowry is not the Lord’s way’: In Kenya, LDS President Nelson says tithing breaks poverty cycle
To listen Monday to an LDS Church president's voice in…
President Nelson leaves Jerusalem early as tensions rise in Middle East
Hours after the United States Armed Forces ordered a strike…
‘Today Show’ Quotes Sister Camilla E. Kimball in ‘Words of Wisdom’ Segment
"Never suppress a generous thought" is an oft-quoted sentiment among…
Apostle Elder Neil L. Andersen shares more insight on call to ‘minister’
In a recent address at Brigham Young Unversity, Elder Andersen…
Why a Russian Temple is so meaningful to President Nelson
After this first visit to Russia to teach Russian doctors,…
From Elder and Sister Renlund: Four Ways Sisters Exercise Priesthood Authority
Elder Dale G. Renlund and Ruth Lybbert Renlund have authored…
LDS Church Issues Statement on Proposed Utah Medical Marijuana Initiative
"We commend the Utah Medical Association for its statement of…
What the new Joseph Smith Papers volume shows about the Prophet’s character
The new volume, released this week, spotlights the early years…
US Senator Visits Venezuela, Pressure Rises to Release Jailed Utah Man
A powerful U.S. senator traveled to Venezuela on Wednesday as…
As Science Advances, the Pro-Life Movement Grows
What Roe. v Wae couldn’t predict was the advancement of scientific technology…
VIDEO: Jenny Oaks Baker Releases Moving New Take on ‘The Spirit of God’
As many of you know, 'The Spirit of God' was…
“Opening Isaiah”: New Resource Will Help You Discover Scriptural Truths For Our Time
What a comfort and blessing Isaiah’s words would be to…
Walmart Removes Cosmo From Checkout Lines
This is what real change looks like in our #MeToo…
Elder Gerrit W. Gong and Elder Ulisses Soares named newest apostles
Elder Gong is the LDS Church's first Asian American apostle;…
“The Atlantic” Declares Mormon FHE the “Antidote to Fast-Paced Living”
The Atlantic: "Family home evening—regular time set aside for praying…
New Study Explores Whether Americans Still Consider Ten Commandments Important
The study showed that more than 90 percent of Americans…
LDS Church donates $1 million to feed people in ‘mega-crisis’ in Democratic Republic of Congo
"Thanks to the continued generosity from members and friends of…
BYUtv’s Hidden-Camera Show, “Random Acts,” Returns with New Partner, Reader’s Digest
As news headlines continue to focus on the misfortunes in…
Updated LDS policy allows another adult to sit in on leaders’ interviews with children and women
The LDS Church's First Presidency announced significant policy changes Monday, providing direction…
How the Community of Christ and LDS Church draw upon shared heritage, work together as ‘friends’
“It’s wonderful to know you can have disagreements on theological…
Having ‘the talk’ and fighting for old-fashioned family discussions when it comes to sex
Going into this discussion, I was somewhat apprehensive. What would…
At the Supreme Court, California Put Its Abortion Extremism on Display
In California, pro-life clinics are being compelled to advertise the…
Apostle Brings Amazing Surprise Visitor to Missionary Meeting in Melbourne, Australia
The 188 young missionaries in the Australia Melbourne Mission came…
Historic Victory in the Fight to End Online Sex Trafficking
“It is difficult to quantify the magnitude of this victory…
“Paul, Apostle of Christ”: Movie in Theaters for Three Days Only
A richly portrayed film called Paul, Apostle of Christ is…
LDS Church Outlines Plans to Extend Visitor Experience in Nauvoo
The plan's first phase focuses on the roughly 20-acre "Temple…
HuffPost Features BYU Professor’s Research on the Benefits of Having Sisters
From HuffPost: Need help out of a funk? Call your…
Navy Floats Idea of Atheist Chaplains
Like most leaders, Senator Roger Wicker (R-Miss.) is astounded that…
Poll Shows College Students Value ‘Inclusion’ over Free Speech
When a large-scale survey of college students’ attitudes toward free…
First Presidency Reminds Church Members to Get Involved in the Political Process
“We are concerned that citizen participation rates in Utah are…
Maryland newspaper features LDS young adults in discussion about faith and society
A Maryland newspaper recently published an article which featured many…
“But if Not”: When You Pray for Help that Doesn’t Come
A common experience in gaining a basic testimony that God…
A New Campus Survey Reveals Just How Students Are ‘Unlearning Liberty’
When presented with a false choice between free speech and…
LDS mom breaks world record for half-marathon with triple stroller
Tennessee mom Ashlee Eskelsen ran the Boston Marathon 14 weeks…
Christian artists come together for the ‘Worth of Souls’ project to fight suicide, depression
Paul Cardall, an accomplished Billboard pianist, producer and artist, is seeking…
How technology is changing Mormon missionary work
"The world is changing, so the way we do missionary…
Kansas City Royals Become First MLB Team to Take a Stand Against Porn
Dayton Moore cares about putting a winning Kansas City Royals…
Bible study, Christian music banned by Florida condo association
The sign was not very hard to miss: “ANY AND…
Idaho Falls doctor converts historic LDS chapel to healing center
Dr. Jeff Baker said he didn’t realize what he was…
For Babies with Down Syndrome, Quality of Life Looks up
Some people have been led to believe that children with…
Mormon prophet surprises California Mormons with unannounced appearance
Religion News Service: This past Sunday, members of the Oakland,…
How children get caught in the clash over LGBT and religious rights
For decades, faith-based adoption agencies avoided conflict with the LGBT…
6 Things LDS Temple Workers Want You to Know
Latter-day Saint temples are sacred places where members of the church…
Mormon leader shares details on LDS Church finances
"Some people occasionally describe today’s church as a powerful and…
VIDEO: Third Season of BYUtv’s Family History Reality Competition Premieres This Weekend
“Relative Race,” BYUtv’s award-winning, first-of-its-kind reality competition to find unknown…
Hong Kong LDS mom launches Kickstarter for Amazing New Interactive Children’s Books
Growing up in the slums of Hong Kong, Cecilia Yiu…
What One Muslim Woman Learned From Mormons About Centering Her Children in the Faith
What else can Muslim parents do? And is there anything…
Four LDS Missionaries Injured in Truck Crash in Spain
Four LDS Missionaries and their investigator, who was at the…
How an LDS Nurse and a “Stranger Things” Star Are Helping Others with a Rare Birth Defect
A year ago, as she anticipated the knock on her…
When Albert Einsten gave a tip on ‘A calm and modest life’
In November 1922, Albert Einstein was on his way to…
Public Health Impacts of Pornography Are No Trivial Matter
This week Florida's House of Representatives formally recognized the public…
Christian actress Sope Aluko says ‘Black Panther’ set felt ‘almost like church’
"During breaks, we shared our testimony of how we got…
The Atlantic on “Why Romney is Running for Senate”
The former Republican presidential nominee extolled Utah's values as a…
How an early LDS Church sacrament goblet was identified at RootsTech
Last February at the 2017 RootsTech family history conference hosted…
Hugh Jackman Reacts to BYU’s ‘Greatest Showman’ Mashup
BYU's well-loved acapella group Vocal Point recently teamed up with…
Mormon Missionaries Reported Safe After Mexico Earthquake
All Mormon missionaries serving in Mexico have been reported safe…
Two Mormon girls numbered among victims of mass shooting at Florida high school
The family of Alaina Petty, a Mormon teen who was…
Elder Alexander B. Morrison, renowned scientist and LDS emeritus general authority, dies at age 87
Elder Alexander B. Morrison, a scientist who fought against hunger…
Utah Valley University and University of Oxford Unveil Groundbreaking Research Platform on the U.S. Constitution
The Quill Project provides scholars and amateurs alike an in-depth…
Could the New Gerber Baby Help Lead a Revolution?
Through this year’s winner, a child with Down syndrome, we…
This Year’s 12 Biggest Mainstream Facilitators of Sexual Exploitation
The National Center on Sexual Exploitation today launched its 2018…
Mormon missionaries safe, secure in Tonga, Samoa in wake of Tropical Cyclone Gita
As residents in Tonga and Samoa survey the damage in…
Ten simple ways to create a sense of belonging for children and adults with disabilities
Young people with disabilities and their families want more than…
Dreading Valentines Day? Studio C Special Touts “Single Awareness Day”
If you’re dreading the upcoming Valentine’s Day holiday, you are…
Two LDS temples selected as most beautiful place of worship by Architectural Digest
Architectural Digest gave The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day…
Intolerance in Full Swing at School Dance
Kids see plenty of offensive things at school -- but…
Mormon missionaries safe following powerful Taiwan quake
All Mormon missionaries are safe and accounted for following a…
Understanding Our Transgender Moment
As new gender ideologies are promoted throughout America, the lies…
Four Mormon athletes will compete in the 2018 Pyeongchang Olympic Games
At least four members of The Church of Jesus Christ…
Yale Daily News Publishes Student’s Perspective on Mormon Peers
"Rather than feeling confined and self-conscious about an identity that…
LDS Stake President Dies After Being Overcome by Carbon Monoxide
A 61-year-old man who was a leader in the Latter…
What would Jesus say? European Catholics grapple with Lord’s Prayer translations
Pope Francis, who in his native Spanish prays a version…
What the New York Times Gets Wrong about Religious Liberty
This week the New York Times fed this civic ignorance…
VIDEO: Mormon Youth Trek Experiences Hilariously Captured in New Feature Film
Galaxy Quest writer David Howard pens hilarious Mormon-cosplay film celebrating…
BYU Dean celebrates daughter’s ‘Greatest Showman’ success
Keala Settle has earned high praise for her role as…
BYU Devotional Speaks to Victims of Sexual Assault
Addressing the perpetrators, victims and loved ones of those who…
What Elder Holland Tells Us About Toxic Perfectionism
In a recent Facebook post, Elder Holland shared a poignant…
U.S. Senate rejects banning late-term abortions of babies who feel pain
The U.S. Senate effectively voted this afternoon against banning late-term abortions…
Muslims and Mormons champion religious freedom in Guatemala
At a time seemingly defined by global and religious divide,…
When Prophets of God Disagree: President Eyring on the Nature of Church Decision Making
President Eyring learned something profound when he first came to…
Elder Von Keetch remembered as kind father, loving husband, remarkable legal mind
Elder Von G. Keetch, who helped manage some of the…
Lecturer at BYU Makes Bold Statement on the ‘Moral Issue of Our Generation’
The author of Letters to a Young Mormon drew an…
Church offers new stretch cotton garments for women
The LDS Church has introduced a new Stretch Cotton garment…
Christianity Gets a Faith Lift… from Harvard
After years of hearing the same dire predictions, even churchgoers…
Caring for the poor is less about ‘stuff,’ more about ‘filling hunger for human contact,’ says Sister Eubank at BYU
“You are the gift,” she said. “You yourself are the…
Church Leadership & The Principle of Scattered Revelation
When the sun first sets and the stars begin to…
‘Love, Kennedy’ Comes to Cable on Demand & Digital Platforms January 23
T.C. Christensen, the filmmaker behind the acclaimed films 17 MIRACLES…
Hamilton New Zealand Temple to close in July 2018 for extensive renovations
Announced by the First Presidency of The Church of Jesus…
Elizabeth Smart’s message to siblings allegedly held captive: ‘Life is not as dark and terrible as it has been’
Children's rights activist Elizabeth Smart, who was abducted and held captive for…
LDS Church postpones scheduled ‘Face to Face’ with President Russell M. Nelson
The "Face to Face" event with President Russell M. Nelson…
How Does Elder Uchtdorf Feel about His New Assignment?
Elder Uchtdorf has written a message on Facebook about how…
LDS Church will boost suicide-prevention efforts with website for local leaders
The LDS Church is expanding the resources it provides to…
The Dangerous Supreme Court Case Nobody Is Talking About
From National Review: Late yesterday afternoon, I filed an amicus…
New First Presidency Announced, Addresses Members for the First Time
In an unprecedented live broadcast this morning at 9am MST…
VIDEO: LDS Siblings Record Beautiful Cover of Gospel Song ‘Seattle’
Shot in the shadow of the Provo City Center Temple,…
In expanded devotional, Elder Uchtdorf guides LDS young single adults in ‘adventure of mortality’
Now is the time to commit to follow Jesus Christ,…
President Nelson to Hold Unprecedented Live Broadcast to Announce New Church Leadership this Tuesday
President Russell M. Nelson, president of the Quorum of the…
Mourners pay respects to President Monson during Thursday’s viewing at the Conference Center
The first event of the final chapter of tributes given…
Hear How President Thomas S. Monson was Honored on the Senate Floor
Senators Mike Lee and Orrin Hatch of Utah and Senator…
How to Participate in the Funeral Services for President Monson
Whether you live in the Salt Lake area and plan…
Advocates for Abstinence Education Have Something to Celebrate
For every parent who’s tried to tell their teenage kids…
Official Trailer Released for New Biblical Epic: SAMSON
Announcing the official trailer for the highly anticipated biblical epic SAMSON.…
LDS Church reorganizes Genesis Group leadership
The Genesis Group began its monthly meeting Sunday night mourning…
How to Set Goals Like a Mormon Missionary
Latter-day Saint missionaries around the world are taught important goal-setting…
Five Moving Videos on the Life of Thomas S. Monson
Here are five (or so) videos that will help in…
The Rich Legacy Orrin Hatch Will Leave in the Senate
Washington, D.C., is filled to the brim with skilled politicians…
White House Expresses Condolences for Passing of President Monson
The following is a statement from President Donald J. Trump…
Religious Liberty Is Eroding in Canada. Here’s What Americans Should Learn.
Faithful patriots in this country who are concerned by the…
Archeologists Discover Seal Impression That Validates Biblical Record 2,700 Years Old
On Monday, archaeologists announced they had found a 2,700-year-old seal impression from…
The Killers’ Frontman Brandon Flowers Shares How His Faith Influences His Music
"I don’t think my LDS faith can exist in a…
Toward a Latter-day Saint sense of spiritual learning
By their nature, spiritual experiences are neurologically and psychologically intense.…
Christlike Attributes: Using D&C 4 to Set Your New Year’s Goals
From LDS Daily: As a new year arrives, many of…
“Humans of New York” photojournalist, ice skater Scott Hamilton to present at Rootstech 2018
Thousands of visitors will gather in downtown Salt Lake City…
LDS Missionary dies while serving in Nigeria
Elder Maxwell Adjei Arthur, a missionary that was serving in…
Arizona locals mistake local LDS Church activity for UFOs
Theories range from lanterns, nighttime skydivers or LED lights tied…
Survey finds that Mormons donate more, but feel pressured less than other Christians
A recent survey reports that Latter-day Saints donate the most in…
Hong Kong Mormon Congregations: Full of Women and Not on Sunday
Unlike the typical Mormon ward, made up of men, women…
Temple Square Vending Machines Raise Nearly Half a Million Dollars for Charity
The LDS Church announced Friday that its Light the World initiative has…
Why last week’s LDS Church announcement is about much more than towels
I’ll admit, when the story first came over, I too…
Gender discrimination comes in many forms for today’s working women
Pew Survey says 42% of U.S. working women have faced…
Church announces new temple service opportunities for LDS Youth
"It's a pretty rare opportunity to baptize someone before your…
PBS & BYUtv premiere latest “Christmas with the Mormon Tabernacle Choir”
No. 1 watched program on PBS during holidays brings poignant,…
Forbes names Rexburg, Idaho the #3 College Town in America
This week, Forbes featured a report from WalletHub on the…
Why the “Mythical Jesus” Claim Has No Traction with Scholars
Whether they believe that Jesus of Nazareth was the Son…
Venezuelan judge orders imprisoned LDS man be tried on weapons charges
A judge in Venezuela has ordered a Utah man to…
Americans Say Religious Aspects of Christmas Are Declining in Public Life
As long-simmering debates continue over how American society should commemorate…
LDS mom shares faith, competes on ‘Great American Baking Show’
On each episode of “The Great American Baking Show,” skilled…
Jesus Christ’s teachings on the treatment of women
Individuals would do well to study the teachings of Jesus…
Hatch, Herbert, Mormon observers blast Bannon’s attack on Romney’s LDS faith as ‘disappointing and unjustified’
Insulted by former presidential adviser Steve Bannon’s verbal attacks this…
Celebrate Christmas with Five for Fighting in BYUtv Concert Premiering this Sunday
This Sunday night, tune into BYUtv for another fantastic installment…
LDS Church lands at No. 19 on ‘2018 best places to work’ ranking
Glassdoor released its Employees’ Choice Awards on Wednesday, which includes…
TIME’s Person of the Year 2017 Highlights the Effect of Our Pornified Culture
TIME Magazine has named “The Silence Breakers” their 2017 Person…
Is This the Most Important Supreme Court Case Since Roe v. Wade?
As one commentator said, “Religious liberty and same-sex marriage finally…
What Trump’s Decision on Jerusalem Means for Israel and the Middle East
President Donald Trump on Wednesday kept his campaign promise to…
LDS Young Adults Participate in First Ever YSA Conference in the Middle East
Arabic-speaking members from the Middle East participated for the first…
San Diego Mormon Temple Threatened by Alleged Pro-ISIS Group
An upsetting image appeared online this week implying that the…
LDS Neon Trees Drummer and Husband Discuss Fighting Pornography Without Shaming
From an interview with Elaine Bradley on Fight the New…
Young Men general presidency discuss adapting activities to individual needs, interests, resources
Do you sometimes have poor turnout at young men activities?…
LDS Church unveils charity vending machines on Temple Square
The LDS Church is offering a completely new idea in…
Trump to Meet with LDS Leaders, Tour Welfare Square in Upcoming Visit
"It's a good chance to show the president and those…
Europe’s Growing Muslim Population
New study says Muslims are projected to increase as a…
Elder Cook encourages students to put family, Church and Savior first
“As we face the difficulties of life, many events occur…
National Review: What a Mitt Romney Utah Senate Campaign Would Mean to America
If the steel-jawed, Olympic-saving septuagenarian becomes Utah’s next senator, he…
The Debra Bonner Unity Gospel Choir Invites You to Join in a Soulful Celebration
The choir will sing songs from Handel’s Messiah with a…
VIDEO: Eight Mormon Siblings Continue their Epic “Christmas Dance” Tradition
If your big enthusiastic Mormon family is anything like mine,…
LDS BMX biker and X Games gold medalist leaves Monster Energy for ‘religious reasons’
Two-time X Games gold medalist and Salt Lake City native…
California Tried to Force Pro-Life Centers to Promote Abortion. Now, the Supreme Court Is Weighing In
The basic question the court must decide is whether the…
His Needs vs. Her Needs: Fixing an Intimacy Imbalance
Laura M. Brotherson, Certified Sex Therapist and Meridian contributor shared…
Don’t Miss the First Presidency’s 2017 Christmas Devotional
Church members and their friends are invited to participate in…
LDS Church announces ‘Light the World’ campaign of service
In a continuation of last year’s Christmas media campaign, the…
Eight Senators Announce Support for Colonel Under Fire for Marriage Views
Air Force Col. Leland Bohannon needed reinforcements—and thanks to eight…
Here’s why non-evangelicals should pay attention to evangelical politics
"I became convinced that the only way for people to…
What’s it like to be a Mormon in the largest Muslim nation?
Mormonism is barely a speck of paint on the tableau…
Mormon Missionary Dies While Serving in Samoa
"With great sadness we announce the death of one of…
See Two Apostles’ Answers to Questions from Young Adults
Young single adults worldwide were invited to participate in the…
BYU doing poor job educating students about sexual assault, survey finds
A majority of students said BYU is doing a poor…
The Atlantic: “The Ignorance of Mocking Mormonism”
It’s precisely the beliefs of Latter-day Saints that critics dismiss…
Mormon missionaries in Zimbabwe safe, ordered to stay indoors during military takeover
LDS Church missionaries in Zimbabwe are safe and accounted for…
Washington Post: Venezuelan Tycoon to Fund Jailed Mormon’s Defense
A Utah man’s hopes for being freed from a Venezuelan…
VIDEO: Church Leadership Expresses Gratitude for Unprecedented Relief Efforts of Church Members
The expression of gratitude comes in the form of a…
Elder M. Russell Ballard addresses difficult questions on LGBTQ issues, suicide, pornography at BYU devotional
In addressing the questions regarding revelation, suicide, pornography, missionary work,…
LDS Young Men leaders interrupt meeting to save girls in submerged car
They were discussing a variety of issues when one of…
10 Ways to Create Greater Emotional Vulnerability in Your Marriage
Marriage may be ordained of God, but that doesn’t make…
The Atlantic: “A Blasphemer Finds New Admiration for Mormons”
The Atlantic: "The quickest and most full-throated condemnations of Roy…
Mitt Romney moves toward Senate bid
Politico: "The former Massachusetts governor would run in Utah as…
Scientific Evidence for Your Mormon Radar
RNS: I’ve joked in the past about the accuracy of…
A Mormon refugee family’s struggle to survive in Utah
In a small, dingy apartment in the south end of…
Understanding the Timeline of Book of Mormon Translation Makes a Difference
With basic figures, it could read like a 4th grade…
Religious freedom critical to empowering women, Relief Society general president says at European Parliament Conference
Hoping to offer understanding on why religious freedom is so…
At BYU, speaker says religious right’s ties to Republican party spurred secularization
At BYU on Tuesday, Notre Dame political science professor David…
New Survey Gives Insights Into Who Watches General Conference (and Who Doesn’t)
Age undoubtedly makes a difference, but what about gender, education,…
Utah Artists Come Together to Raise Money for Disaster Relief (And You Can Help)
Art for Hearts is a fundraising event, where top local…
The Politics of Prayer in the Aftermath of Sutherland Springs
To the devastated people of Sutherland Springs, President Trump told…
Slain University of Utah student had remarkable Mormon conversion story
ChenWei Guo, the student who was shot and killed at…
Mormon apostle reorganizes Louisiana stake he once dissolved
June 3, 2007, was a sad day for Latter-day Saints…
Entire Book of Mormon Printer’s Manuscript Now Available to Study Online
The Book of Mormon printer’s manuscript, recently purchased by the…
6 Things to Try When You REALLY Struggle With Fasting
The practice of fasting has been a commandment throughout ancient…
LDS Church donates $10 million to construct housing for homeless in Salt Lake
The LDS Church announced a $10 million donation to Shelter…
Should Your Religion Disqualify you for Office? Senate Rejects a Religious Test in Confirming New Judge
The Senate has sent Amy Coney Barrett to a lifetime…
Summit This Week: Help Youth Avoid the Dangers of Technology
This week, the internationally-reaching Digital Citizenship Summit (DigCitSummit2017.com) will be…
A ‘lovely person’: Friends, leaders grieve LDS student slain in shooting
Roughly 100 people gathered in the University of Utah's student…
Six Studio C Sketches To Get You in the Halloween Mood
These sketches all fall under the category of what Studio…
University of Wisconsin-Madison Students Protest Abraham Lincoln Statue Because ‘He Owned Slaves’
There’s a common quote, frequently attributed to G.K. Chesterton: “Don’t ever take…
Elder Christofferson Applauds Journalists as Ambassadors of Freedom
Speaking in Spanish in the Little Theater of the Conference…
New York Times: “Senator Jeff Flake’s Speech Bore Marks of Mormon Faith, Not Just Politics”
As a child growing up in Snowflake, Ariz., Senator Jeff Flake learned…
Operation Underground Railroad’s Tim Ballard meets with Ivanka Trump, Politicians Regarding Human Trafficking
Tim Ballard, founder of Operation Underground Railroad, gave a special…
10 Things You May Have Not Know About the Extermination Order
On October 27, 1838, Governor Lilburn W. Boggs issued the…
Food & Wine Declares this Mormon Dish “One of America’s Greatest Triumphs”
Anyone who has attended a potluck Mormon function will have…
LDS Bishop in Ohio Dies in Rappelling Accident During Scout Activity
A leader at both his church and with the Boy…
Haters, Bigots and Deviants: Name-calling Increasingly Plagues Religious Freedom Debates
Name-calling has always been an effective strategy in a fight,…
LDS Church Announces Decrease to Number of Missions; Adjustment in Missionary Technology Usage
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints announced plans…
Wide Partisan Gaps in U.S. Over How Far the Country Has Come on Gender Equality
New study shows Democrats sharply divided along educational lines on…
Read this Raw, Inspiring Letter From an LDS Missionary Returning Home Early
In April 2016, Jessie Carter was called to serve a…
Due to Plague Outbreak, LDS Missionaries Transferred out of Madagascar
Missionaries from the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints…
VidAngel CEO Announces Chapter 11 Reorganization Filing
VidAngel has been engaged in a protracted legal battle with…
Sunday School General President: ‘How can I receive more revelation in my life?’
One of the ways we can enhance our personal revelation…
Wall Street Journal Praises Studio C for its “Super-scrubbed Brand of Clean Humor”
Wall Street Journal: "Studio C has achieved sizable popularity on…
Slate Magazine Says Mitt Romney is the Man to Rebuild Puerto Rico
Slate: "The island needs an adviser to navigate Washington, Wall…
Missionary Letters Returned After 50 Years a ‘Miracle’
When BYU students and alumni Austin and Elise Taylor moved…
Q&A: ‘Hamilton’ Actor, Mormon and Utahn Thayne Jasperson on Faith and Doubt
Thayne Jasperson is a Utah native, a graduate of Springville…
Huffington Post Features Empowering Story of LDS Woman with Tourette Syndrome
Paula Jean Ferri is familiar with sticking out. It has…
Mormon Missionaries in St. Louis Use Graffiti to Spread the Gospel
For two Mormon missionaries, one Saturday in September was a…
Allure Magazine Explores Why So Many Beauty Bloggers are Mormon
Allure: "Any insomniac who has tried to convince herself that…
Boy Scouts of America to Admit Girls: LDS Church Responds
Embracing a historic change, the Boy Scouts of America announced…
Mormon Churches Shelter California Fire Victims; Members Assist Those Who Lost Homes
Three Mormon meetinghouses in Northern California became shelters Monday for…
VIDEO: Lindsey Stirling Honors Her Father Who Passed Away in Poignant “Dancing with the Stars” Performance
Even if you're not already familiar with Lindsey Stirling's unique…
LDS Church Further Explains Changes to 2018 Priesthood and Relief Society Meetings
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints will be…
How One Man’s Faithful Efforts Brought the LDS Church to an African Nation
While his father lived in England in 1989, Dieudonné Attiogbe…
The Future Of Professional Video Biographies Is Here – And It’s Free
You used to only have a few options to record…
‘I knew his heart, literally’: LDS Leaders Honor Elder Robert D. Hales at Funeral
Friends among his fellow apostles of the LDS Church said…
Gay Mormon Author, Brother of an Apostle, Builds Bridges Between the LDS and LGBTQ Communities
It’s hard to walk through an Affirmation conference with Tom Christofferson, because…
Many Countries Favor Specific Religions, Officially or Unofficially
Islam is the most common state religion, but many governments…
A New Protection for Unborn Children
The House of Representatives has to its credit passed a…
A 20-year-old LDS Man was Among Those Killed in Las Vegas Shooting
A 20-year-old member of The Church of Jesus Christ of…
Funeral for Elder Hales will be Friday in Tabernacle
Funeral services for Elder Robert D. Hales, a member of…
VIDEO: New Sound of Music Medley from Jenny Oaks Baker and Family Four is a Must-See
The latest music video from Jenny Oaks Baker and Family…
LDS Church Issues Statement on Shooting in Las Vegas
A spokesman for The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day…
9 Eternal Principles I Learned From my Non-Member Parents
My parents recently celebrated their 45th wedding anniversary. Lest you think…
Best Days Lie Ahead for LDS Church, With No Room for Prejudice, Leaders Say
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Missing BYU Student Reportedly Kidnapped and Forced to Tutor North Korean Dictator
An American college student who disappeared in China 12 years…
‘Unhealthy Competition’: Valedictorians so Scary that School may Stop Honoring Them
A public school district near Louisville, Kentucky has come down…
LDS Woman Gives Birth After Not Knowing She Was Pregnant
Calvin and Brooke Williams walked through the doors at Utah…
In Russia, LDS Church Defends 6 Deported Former Missionaries
LDS Church leaders in Russia have challenged the deportation of…
Whatever Happened to Telling the Truth?
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Has the 2016 election produced a political ‘Mormon Moment’?
There’s been so much attention recently on how Utah and…
The Interview: Why you’ll see Vai Sikahema at the big new Mormon Temple
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Newsmax’s 50 Most Influential Mormons in America
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Official Statement on Mormon Missionaries Badly Injured in Car Accident in Sierra Leone
Each of the people in the mission van received injuries,…
Germans Advised to Stockpile Emergency Food and Water in Case of Attack
New civil defense plans approved by Chancellor Angela Merkel’s cabinet…
VIDEO: Can you Stop Technology from Taking Over Your Family Time?
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Mormon Missionaries, Members Safe and Well After Major Italian Earthquake
All Mormon missionaries in Italy and all LDS Church members…
NBC: The Future of the Mormon Church? It’s Latino
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Texas Judge’s Ruling Undermines Obama Administration’s Transgender Bathroom Policy
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A major new report, published today in the journal The…
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Historic flooding in Louisiana, fires in California prompt LDS Church response
Church humanitarian response teams are working with local priesthood leaders…
The 17 Best Family Movies on Netflix
It’s hard to find family movies that are appropriate for…
Amidst Largely Overlooked Flooding in Louisiana, Mormons Praised for Helping
I asked him what made him go out to the…
Mormon Voters’ Antipathy Toward Trump Has Roots In The Church’s Own History
TPM: Utah has a Republican governor, a Republican state legislature,…
2 Mormons Who Refused to Compete in the Olympics on a Sunday
In the sports world, Sunday is prime time for competitions.…
Antiques Roadshow visits SLC, appraises rare LDS hymnal
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The 3 Types Of Mormons In The Last Days
On June 16th 1844 Joseph Smith gave what is known…
Hillary Clinton Is No Champion of Religious Freedom
According to Hillary Clinton’s recent op-ed in the Deseret News,…
The Emptiness of French Secular Culture
Here is an interview conducted by a French magazine Il…
The Press Tours Philly’s New Mormon Temple
A press group toured the Philadelphia Temple and here is…
CNN: Clinton, in Mormon pitch, compares Trump to religious persecutors
Hillary Clinton, sensing apprehension from Utah Republicans for Donald Trump's…
Deseret Book Will Publish Their First Book Depicting a Heavenly Mother
For the first time in the history of Deseret Book…
New Film to Explore Life of Christian Girl Killed for Her Faith at Columbine High School
Based on the journals of Columbine shooting victim Rachel Joy…
6 Famous Olympians Who Became Mormons
Nearly 100 LDS athletes have competed in the Olympics, with…
Congress Must Protect Religious Liberty Now More than Ever
Since the Supreme Court ruled for the plaintiffs in Roe…
BYU Becomes Third School in Utah Investigated for Sexual Assault Reporting Process
The federal Office for Civil Rights has launched an investigation…
Joseph Knight Sr. Ancestral Farmhouse Opens Summer 2016 in Nineveh, New York
After nearly 12 years of restoration construction, the historical Joseph…
Soon-to-Be Biggest Thing in Football has No Idea what He’s in For: Inside 425-Pound Motekiai Langi’s Path to BYU
As the BYU athletics department tweeted out each football recruit's…
Death Dive! Comet Plunges into the Sun at Mind-Blowing Speed
A comet with a death wish met a truly fiery…
Team of Refugees Looks to Send Messages of Hope and Understanding with Performances
The throng of reporters crowded around a beaming 18-year-old Yusra…
A New Mormon Temple Rises in Ben Franklin’s Philadelphia
The following is an in-depth exploration of the new Philadelphia…
Nutty Putty Cave Tragedy Brings Hope to the Big Screen
The official movie trailer inspired for The Last Descent, a…
Media Quiet About Dismissed Charges Against Planned Parenthood Whistleblowers
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Victory Declared as Hotels Refuse to Host TEXXXAS Porn Expo
The Hilton Houston Galleria Area Hotel, and the independently owned…
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Assisted Suicide: When Life is Expensive but ‘Death is Free’
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LDS family’s TLC show features NBA MVP Steph Curry, set to premiere Aug. 23
“Playhouse Masters,” the official title of LDS couple Tyson and…
Why I Support a Viewpoint-Neutral First Amendment Defense Act
“Equal rights, true tolerance, means, regardless of your position on…
LDS Couple has Inspired in the Years after the Unimaginable Tragedy of Sandy Hook
Emilie Parker and her classmates would be too old now…
Planned Parenthood Upsets Mormons by Using LDS Saying on Packages of Condoms
A Planned Parenthood affiliate in Utah is facing public backlash…
U.S. Public Wary of Biomedical Technologies to ‘Enhance’ Human Abilities
Many in the general public think scientific and technological innovations…
Undercover Filmmaker Who Exposed Planned Parenthood Calls His Case a ‘Huge Win’ for Journalists
Two undercover filmmakers whose videos exposed abortion provider Planned Parenthood…
It’s Time to Think About Testimonies Differently
Have you ever heard a story about someone praying for…
President and Sister Uchtdorf visit site of Rome Italy Temple: ‘It is impressive to see’
During a recent trip to Italy, President Dieter F. Uchtdorf,…
BYU Named 5th Best University in America by Money Magazine
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No Coup for Christians in Turkey
The failed coup attempt against the government of Turkish President…
LDS Church missionaries in Russia now to be known as ‘volunteers’
The change is in response to a new Russian law…
What is the “Fine-tuning” of the Universe, and How Does it Serve as a “Pointer to God”?
"The more I examine the universe, and the details of…
What to Do When Your Teen Won’t Go to Church
You want your teenager to go to church, but they…
Advice for the Younger Missionary Me: We Aren’t God’s Only People
Pride didn’t seem to be my problem. I was a…
What One of America’s Most Famous Critics Had to Say About Joseph Smith
Harold Bloom has written over twenty books of literary criticism,…
LDS Church welfare, humanitarian efforts average $40 million per year, apostle says
In a lecture given last month at the University of…
Evangelicals Rally to Trump, Religious ‘Nones’ Back Clinton
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Mormon Filmmakers Focus New Lens on Anne Frank
We’re all familiar with the young diarist Anne Frank, her…
As Convention Approaches, Will Romney or Kasich Step Up?
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LDS Teen Selected as Team USA Alternate for 2016 Olympics
While it remains to be seen whether she will have…
Mormon Missionaries to Stay in Russia Despite New Law
Mormon missionaries will remain in Russia despite the country's new…
Summer Salads from the Lion House Cookbook
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Will Russia Close Her Doors to Missionaries?
There are new laws proposed in Russia that are perhaps…
Has there Really Been a Surge in Suicides Among Gay Mormon Youth?
Over the weekend, both the liberal Mormon blogger Jana Riess…
Sermons on Biblical Sexuality Illegal in Iowa?
State civil rights commission says churches must censor speech, open…
Meet LDS Surfer Jordy Collins, One of the Sport’s Rising Young Stars
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President Nelson Shares What the Book of Mormon Is and What It Is Not
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Mitt Romney: My family still wants me to run for president
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PBS Video Calls Mormon Welfare System Huge, Impressive
The piece included interviews with a bishop, a Relief Society…
VIDEO: Independence Day Music from Jenny Oaks Baker and Family Four
Brighten up your summer and your fourth of July with…
Pro-Lifers on Supreme Court Abortion Case: ‘We’re Coming Back in Full Force’
Members of the pro-life movement standing outside the Supreme Court…
Restrooms at National Parks ‘Align’ With Gender Identity
Visitors to national parks are free to use whichever public…
What Newspapers in the 1800s Said About the Martyrdom of Joseph and Hyrum
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Air Force Base Silences Veteran for Using the Word ‘God’ in a Retirement Speech
Uniformed airmen forcibly removed an Air Force veteran from a…
8 Compliments Your Children are Dying to Hear
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25 Ways to Connect More Personally to Your Family History
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When Winston Churchill Investigated Mormon Missionary Practices
In July 1910, Mormon missionaries were expelled from Germany amid…
Mormon Youth Leader Dies on Trek Outing in Oklahoma
Monday's death of a 29-year-old mother of two provided a…
Elder Holland Talks About Depression in Vulnerable New Video
Many will remember the General Conference talk given by Elder…
VIDEO: What Can DNA Testing Tell us About Joseph Smith’s Plural Marriages?
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UN: “very hot” beverages are “probably carcinogenic” to humans
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This new Utah poll is amazingly bad for Donald Trump
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Senate passes defense bill including women in draft
“Combat is not an equal opportunity for women because they…
Blaming Christians and Mourning in America
The media is using the horrific murders in Orlando by…
Joseph Smith was not Josephine Lyon’s father, Mormon History Association speaker says
A century-old question about whether Josephine Lyon was the child…
LDS leaders mourn ‘shocking’ Orlando terror attack, pray for victims, law enforcement
LDS Church leaders are mourning and praying for the victims…
5 Insights into the Spirit World from Those Who Have Seen It
Like birth, death is a necessary step in our eternal…
Why I Know I Still Belong in the Church After My Divorce
I distinctly remember the feeling of walking into church that…
When Your Recipe Calls for Alcohol
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Former LDS missionary remembers visiting Muhammad Ali — and getting invited back
A former LDS missionary has quite the memory of Muhammad…
VIDEO: Healing the Deep Divisions of War
In the aftermath of World War II, Dutch Latter-day Saints…
VIDEO: Bible Stories According to Children
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C-SPAN Highlights what Makes Provo Unique
Surrounded by snow-capped mountains, rooted in Mormon pioneer heritage, crowded…
My Deceased Son’s Answer to What it’s All About
Headstone still fresh on his grave, my eldest son showed…
Chicago Tribune Op-Ed: Mitt Romney should run for president
Donald Trump has shockingly locked up enough delegates to claim…
WP: The Anti-Porn Movement is Growing. The Public is Just Catching Up.
The Washington Post: "Utah has passed a resolution declaring pornography…
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In celebration of this Memorial Day, in which we have…
‘They Stood For Something and We Owe Them Something’: Reagan’s 1986 Memorial Day Speech
When President Ronald Reagan spoke at the Arlington Cemetery on…
Students Banned from Saying Lord’s Prayer at Graduation Push Back with a Big Ol’ Lesson in Freedom
When the Freedom from Religion Foundation stepped in to stop…
My Dad Was Transgender: Why I Still Think Gender Can’t Be Changed
My father gave in to his make-believe transgender impulses and…
Mormons Hold the Key for 3rd Party Success Against Trump and Hillary. Here’s Where They Stand.
Independent Journal: What’s a Mormon voter — particularly a Republican…
Donald Trump Camp Enlists Former Romney Aide Mike Leavitt in Transition Talks
Donald Trump has asked former Utah governor Mike Leavitt to…
Church Changes Missionary Dress & Grooming Guidelines
The Church recently updated their dress and grooming guidelines for…
Utah Justice Tom Lee on Trump’s list of potential U.S. Supreme Court nominees
Utah Supreme Court Justice Tom Lee, brother of Senator Mike…
President Uchtdorf creates first stake in Czech Republic
President Dieter F. Uchtdorf created the Prague Czech Republic Stake…
LDS Church Comments on Transgender Bathroom Issue
The LDS Church released a statement Tuesday regarding the hot…
Little Sisters of the Poor Win Big in Obamacare Case
The Supreme Court issued its long-awaited ruling on Monday in…
LDS Newlyweds to Be Featured in New Reality Show
When Elder George Alexander ate dinner at the home of…
Survey Reveals What It’s Really Like to Be Divorced in the LDS Church
To help us understand what it’s like to be divorced…
GOP Puts a Lid on Bathroom Crisis
Conservatives have wanted to eliminate the Department of Education for…
Obama Unilaterally Rewrites Law, Imposes Transgender Policy on Nation’s Schools
Obama’s departments of Justice and Education declared that “both federal…
Erroneous Reports Tie LDS Church to Panama Papers
Contrary to erroneous blog reports, the LDS Church does not…
Ghanaian Triplets Return with Honor from 3 Separate Nigerian Missions
These three converts from Ghana also happen to be triplets.…
LDS Couple’s Funny “Infertility Announcements” Go Viral
Whitney and Spencer Blake, an LDS couple from Idaho created…
NY Times: A Confession of Liberal Intolerance
WE progressives believe in diversity, and we want women, blacks,…
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It’s a nasty time in America with presumptive candidates who…
3 Habits That Could Make You Lose Your Testimony Without Realizing It
It was at this time of great confusion that my…
Mormons and Creedal Christians: Common Ground?
'First Things' published an article by Richard J. Mouw, president…
VIDEO: LDS Comedian Gets Big Laughs on “The Late Show with Stephen Colbert”
This is Ryan Hamilton. Named one of Rolling Stone's Five…
What if I Don’t Like Playing with My Kids?
I was recently with a group of my trusted girlfriends…
Michael Otterson, former managing director of LDS Public Affairs, called to serve as president of the London England Temple
Michael Otterson, 67, former managing director of the Public Affairs…
The Bells on Temple Square Present Popular Annual Spring Concert
The Bells on Temple Square will present “Dancing with Bells,”…
Romney Skipping GOP Convention, Joins List of Presidents, Leaders
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Three TV Legends to Star In Upcoming TV Series “The Eleventh”
“The Eleventh” follows a young girl’s journey to fulfill her…
9 Ways to Love and Support Childless Members in Our Wards
I have often wondered about the Church experience of those…
Stock and Awe: Shoppers Dump Shares in Target Blitz
After more than 1.1 million people pledged to boycott Target,…
3 Unbelievable Stories of Babies Born in LDS Temples
A brand new baby is an amazing event, but it's…
Want to talk about Jesus? You’ll need a permit for that at NC State
A permit is required before students can talk about Jesus…
7 Truths to Teach Your Children about the Temple
I have reflected this month on the truths our children…
A Historic Day for Book of Mormon Studies
Saturday April 16 was a historic day, as two major…
VIDEO: Watch Returned Missionaries Speak 50+ Languages
There's an old adage that only Finnish babies and LDS…
Lesson 18: “God Himself…Shall Redeem His People”
If ever there were a profile in courage, it is…
LDS Community Mourning Deaths in Ecuador as Aftershocks Continue
Aftershocks are nothing but smaller earthquakes, but whatever they are…
When the Lord Told Me to Give My Car Away in a Dollar Store Parking Lot
Though the gospel of Jesus Christ has been a huge…
Mormon Growth Slows to its Lowest Level Since 1937. Here’s Why that’s Great News.
Lots of other denominations would be thrilled by a 1.7%…
New York Times: Mormon Values Could Bring Americans Prosperity
Despite frequent claims that the middle class is dying out,…
WNBA Team Drafts Mormon Basketball Star in Third Round
BYU women's basketball star Lexi Rydalch was drafted into the…
Lesson 17: “A Seer…Becometh a Great Benefit to His Fellow Beings”
Warned of the Lord that he was in great danger,…
Australian Media Reports Mormon Millionaire’s Decision to Leave Work to Become LDS General Authority
When millionaire Mormon mining executive Peter Meurs stepped down from…
All Mormon missionaries safe after Ecuador quake, LDS leaders still assessing other impact
Hundreds of Mormon missionaries in Ecuador are safe and accounted…
5 Miraculous Stories of Temples Surviving Natural Disasters
Through the years, temples have had direct or close encounters…
Study Finds Highly Religious Americans are Happier
A new Pew Research Center study of the ways religion…
Missionary Serving in Taiwan Killed in Bike Accident
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints confirmed Tuesday…
Brigham Young’s First Map of Salt Lake City Surfaces, Now For Sale
A map showing Brigham Young’s vision for Salt Lake City…
VIDEO: LDS 4-year Old Wows Channing Tatum, Bradley Cooper and Ellen DeGeneres
After taking on basketball legend Shaquille O'Neal on national TV…
Joseph & Hyrum’s Death Masks: 5 Things You Didn’t Know
Among the many fascinating artifacts on display at the Church…
Lesson 16: “Ye Shall Be Called the Children of Christ
Before his death, King Benjamin's wants to help his people…
VIDEO: How I Could Forgive the Man Who Killed My Brother
In this new Church video, LDS sculptor Nnamdi tells the…
Is Porn Immoral? That Doesn’t Matter: It’s a Public Health Crisis.
The Washington Post ran an article highlighting how, despite the…
How the LDS Church is Already Helping Refugees Around the World
Refugees were overwhelming a maternity hospital in Erbil, Turkey. The…
10 Things you Never Knew about Nauvoo
Nauvoo is well-known among Mormons as the gathering place for…
VIDEO: Alex Boye Dedicates His Latest Song to the Missionaries in the Brussels Attack
Alex Boyé, a Latter-day Saint musician, released a cover with…
VIDEO: Hilarious Mormon Missionary Parody of Adele’s Hello
From the YouTube group Joseph & Smith (made up of…
VIDEO: Shower of Heavenly Blessings
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It was nearing the end of King Benjamin's life when…
VIDEO: Brothers named for LDS Temples capture aerial views of all 16 temples in Utah
The Beehive State is home to 16 temples operated by…
Nonprofits inundated after LDS Church urges women to serve refugees
Experts explain how to connect, help.
Random Acts: A TV Show that Highlights Kindness with a Hidden Camera
BYUtv is doing something novel with its all-new, unscripted, half-hour…
Be an Online Missionary: Share These Conference Memes
The Internet is flooded with negativity and conflict and it…
When President Snow Called a Girl Back from the Dead: An Incredible Account of the Spirit World
After being visited at about four o’ clock in the…
Saturday’s Warrior: Will a Stage Production of the 70’s Attract an Audience of Today?
Thousands will flock to the new film, "Saturday's Warrior" that…
VIDEO: Media Praises LDS Rugby Star for Refusing to Play on Sunday
The Australian media is buzzing with the recent announcement that…
New LDS Film Explores Life of Jesus Through the Eyes of the Child
A man named John the Baptist catches the attention of…
Elder Norby awakes from coma, Elder Empey’s first media interview
Families of the missionaries injured in the Brussels terror attacks…
Fox News Video: Brussels Mormon Missionary Survivor Shares His Faith
An American Mormon missionary, Mason Wells, who suffered numerous injuries…
New details emerge from media interviews with Mormon missionaries injured in Brussels
Sitting in a hospital bed with his head wrapped in…
Three-year-old Sings “In Gethsemane”
Three-year-old Claire Ryan sings "In Gethsemane" with such purity, it…
Just Released: Saturday’s Warrior Official Movie Trailer
Forty years ago a musical was created that made a…
The GOP needs more Mormons
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VIDEO: Dallyn Vail Bayles and Jenny Oaks Baker Share Moving Easter Song
Backed by the stunning music of the American Heritage Lyceum…
The Gender Gap in Religion Around the World
Women are generally more religious than men, particularly among Christians.
Elder Richard Norby now in medically induced coma for injuries from Brussels bombing
Belgian doctors have placed a senior LDS missionary in a…
VIDEO: Mom Breaks Down on Call With Missionary Son Injured in Brussels Terror Attack
Elder Mason Wells has been impacted personally by three terrorist…
Mormon Voters Really Don’t Like Donald Trump — Here’s Why
Speaking before one of his smallest crowds this campaign season,…
Former LDS Young Women leader encourages Mormons with same-sex attraction to seek unity, holiness
Jenn Curtis was a self-described wreck when she walked into…
Lesson 12: “Seek Ye for the Kingdom of God”
As the 35 members (perhaps a few more) of the…
VIDEO: People of Different Faiths Testify of Christ Without Saying a Word
In a new YouTube video from Wendy Santiano, people of…
7 Mormons Who Made March Madness History
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8 Essential Tips for Approaching Early Returned Missionaries
I remember it vividly, as if it were yesterday. I…
Lesson 11: “Press Forward with a Steadfastness in Christ”
Nephi teaches that the gate by which we enter the…
VIDEO: Infertile LDS Couple Get Big Surprise at the Doctor’s
After months of IVF treatments, several miscarriages, a surgery, medications…
Mormon scholars laud late Catholic thinker who probed LDS theology
Mormon scholars are mourning the sudden death of a Catholic…
An Apostolic Blessing for the YSAs from Elder Jeffrey R. Holland
Elder Holland left an apostolic blessing on the Young Single…
13 Common Idioms With Scriptural Roots
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Israel’s Religiously Divided Society
PEW RESEARCH: Deep gulfs among Jews, as well as between…
These Facebook Dos and Don’ts Will Make You an Online Missionary
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Science and Mormonism Conference This Saturday
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House Panel Passes Resolution Declaring ISIS Targeting of Christians, Other Minorities ‘Genocide’
The House Foreign Affairs Committee passed a bipartisan resolution Wednesday…
“Stronger Together: Uniting to Overcome Pornography”
Elder Jeffrey R. Holland of the Quorum of the Twelve…
First Presidency Letter and Instructions for Participation in Utah Caucus Meetings
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Don’t Miss This Week’s Church History Symposium
This coming Thursday, March 3, and Friday, March 4, there…
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In 2 Nephi 27: 15-20, an incident is described in…
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Though the LDS Church has no affiliation with a particular…
First Teaser for New Saturday’s Warrior Film Released
The much anticipated film adaptation of the musical Saturday's Warrior…
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Utah Senate declares pornography a ‘public health crisis’
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Big Corporations That Profit from Sexual Exploitation: The 2016 Dirty Dozen List
The National Center on Sexual Exploitation named 12 mainstream corporations…
For Jewish Mormons, hybrid identity seen as no contradiction
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Mormon Tabernacle Choir gives exclusive access to “Singing with Angels” movie
The world-renowned Mormon Tabernacle Choir immediately recognized by their familiar…
Recently returned LDS missionaries meet, marry because of Mormon Newsroom article
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News sites, LDS blogs, and Mormon magazines have all been…
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The chapters in this lesson cover a discourse he gave…
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U.S. Senator Mike Lee and Rep. Chris Stewart, two Republican…
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New Study Deepens Understanding of Pew Research Concerning Church Decline
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US Immigration Exam Replaces ‘Freedom of Religion’ With ‘Freedom of Worship’
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Church Donates 1 Million Pounds of Food
Feeding America, a national hunger-relief organization, announced a more than…
Angel Moroni Placed Atop Ogden Temple
As renovation of the Ogden Utah Temple continues, construction crews…
Men and Women of Faith Lecture: As Sisters in Zion
Men and Women of Faith lecture series tells the story…
Pew Study: Muslim Afghans Want Sharia to be Law of the Land
A new Pew survey of Muslims around the world finds…
Elder Perry Addresses BYU Graduates
Remarks by Elder Tom Perry during the BYU commencement exercises.…
Mormon Tabernacle Choir Releases New CD
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Treatment and Classification of Christians in the Military
Defense Secretary Hagel was questioned by the House Armed Services…
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Events at the Washington DC Temple Visitors Center for the…
LDS Employment Services Helps Thousands
The Church operates 117 employment resource centers that provide training,…
Church Issues Statement Regarding Boy Scouts of America
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints issued a…
Members and Missionaries Safe Following Explosion in Texas
Church members and missionaries are safe following a massive fertilizer…
Pew Survey on Extremism in Caucasus Region
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New Mormon Studies Review
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Family History Volunteers Reach Milestone
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Provo City Center Temple on Stilts
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You are Invited to Meet Mali ‘s Next President-and He’s LDS!
You are invited to come and meet Yeah Samake Tuesday…
Missionary Email Policies Changed
Sending letters to missionaries just got easier for full-time missionaries…
SVU Announces Two Mission Prep Summer Camps
Southern Virginia University announced the creation of two new mission…
6 Year Old Boy Preaches the Story of Jonah
This little boy will put a smile on your face…
Seminary Reaches Enrollment High
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Patriarch Eldred Smith Passes Away
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183rd General Conference Sunday PM Session Talk Excerpts
Excerpts and highlights from the talks offered by Pres Uchtdorf,…
183rd General Conference Priesthood Session Talk Excerpts
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183rd General Conference Sunday AM Session Talk Excerpts
Excerpts and highlights from talks given by Pres Uchtdorf, Elder…
183rd General Conference Saturday A.M. Talk Excerpts
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2012 Statistical Report for 2013 April General Conference
The First Presidency has issued the following statistical report of…
New General Authority Callings and Releases
The First Presidency announced eight new General Authorities and 59…
New Temples Announced for Cedar City, Utah, and Rio de Janeiro,
President Thomas S. Monson announced plans to build temples in…
First Presidency Announces New Young Women General Presidency
The First Presidency announced a new Young Women General Presidency.…
183rd General Conference Saturday P.M. Talk Excerpts
Excerpts from the talks given by Elder Bednar, Elder Cook,…
183rd General Conference Saturday A.M. Talk Excerpts
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Elder Jeffrey R. Holland: “The Love of God is Secure”
The love a father or mother has for a child…
New Website Shares Stories of Faithful Mormons With Same-Sex Attraction
Voice(s) of Hope assists individuals who desire to live in…
Elder Jeffrey R. Holland: “Thou Hast Put Gladness in My Heart”
In times of trouble or despair we often find ourselves…
BYU Men’s Chorus to Release Free Missionary Album
The Brigham Young University Men's Chorus, the largest collegiate men's…
Elder Jeffrey R. Holland: “God is for Me”
A second excerpt from Elder Holland's new book on the…
Elder Jeffrey R. Holland: For Times of Trouble
Elder Holland reflects that a large percentage of the Psalms…
Invite Others to Enjoy General Conference With Social Media
The Church has provided several social media resources to assist…
Talk Excerpts: General Young Women Meeting
Young women across the Church were told to stand in…
Talk Excerpts: General Young Women Meeting
Young women across the Church were told to stand in…
Pew Study on American View of Christ
Nearly half of Christians in the U.S. believe that Christ…
Announcing the New Mormon Studies Review
The Mormon Studies Review will publish reviews of important books…
Mitt Romney to Speak at Southern Virginia University Commencement
Mitt Romney, former governor of Massachusetts and Republican Party nominee…
Easter Exhibition Opens at Church History Museum
The Church History Museum features an Easter exhibition that includes…
Clive Romney and Willingly Performances
Enjoy drama, storytelling, cowboy poetry, great melodies, harmonies and instrumental…
Free Family History Training for Youth and Leaders
The Family History Department is offering free sessions and activities…
Free Family History Training for Youth and Leaders
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New Website to Serve Chinese Nationals, Help Members find Church in China
A new website is being launched that is designed specifically…
Southern Virginia University to Cosponsor 5K March 16
Southern Virginia University and the town of Buena Vista, Virginia…
Church Recognized for Positive Portrayal of Disabilities
The Church received the 2013 AAPD Image Award for "outstanding…
New Stake Center Dedicated in United Arab Emirates
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Witness Music Brings to Life Christ’s Hope in “Lamb of God”
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Church Releases 2013 Edition of English Scriptures in Digital Formats
After nearly eight years of work, The Church of Jesus…
Church Responds to Over 100 Disasters in 2012
The Church provided assistance in the relief of 104 disasters…
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LDS Church Announces 58 New Missions
To accommodate the enthusiastic outpouring of new missionaries, the Church…
Orchestra at Temple Square Shares Concert on YouTube
Enjoy the first ever Orchestra at Temple Square full-length concert…
Former NFL Quarterback Brett Favre Helps Mormon Helping Hands
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Reader’s Edition of the Book of Mormon Available at Reduced Price
For the month of February, the e-book price of the…
Significant Changes to Worldwide Leadership Training Format
The Worldwide Leadership Training will not be a one-time broadcasted…
Mormon Scholars Testify: James E. Talmage
The testimony of Elder James E. Talmage written at age…
Infographic on the Timeline of Christianity
A timeline depicting the re-establishment of the ancient church and…
Utah Senate Passes Bill Related to Mission Age Change
The predicted change in college enrollment in Utah universities due…
Five 5 Yr Old Mormon Boys are YouTube Hit
Five 5-year-old Mormon boys created their own boy-band, "Five and…
Church Members’ Humanitarian Service Around the World
From Australia to Africa, members of the Mormon Church perform…
The Mormon Church Grows in Africa
Elder Holland reflects on the Church's growth around the world…
Vandals Leave Note After Trashing LDS Church
Iowa police are looking for a church vandal. The only…
Doctrine and Covenant Stories for Children
Now available on LDS.org forward slash videos- illustrated stories from…
Honduras Temple Open House Begins
The Tegucigalpa Honduras Temple public open house will be held…
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Mormon Tabernacle Choir Reaches YouTube Landmark
Mormon Tabernacle Choir marks 1 million YouTube views, debuts new…
Dallyn Bayles and Sandra Turley to Perform
Acclaimed vocalists Dallyn Bayles and Sandra Turley will perform together…
Church-Owned High School to Become Mexico MTC
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Apostles Attend Presidential Inauguration
Elder L. Tom Perry and Elder Quentin L. Cook of…
Church History Library Sponsors Lecture on Erastus Snow
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Response to Mission Age Change Remains Enthusiastic
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Billboard Magazine Names Mormon Tabernacle Choir the #1 Selling Classical Artist of 2012
Billboard Magazine has named the Mormon Tabernacle Choir the #1…
I Know Who I Am- by South Jordan River Stake Youth
A "flash mob" in the shadow of the temple to…
FamilySearch Adds 7 Million Records to Collections
FamilySearch adds collections updates to Australia, BillionGraves, Canada, Colombia, Dominican…
Conservative Pastor Pushed Out of Inauguration
A conservative evangelical has been pushed out of offering a…
Planned Parenthood Sets Record for Abortions and Government Funding
Planned Parenthood's annual report divulges the number of abortions performed,…
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Firesides and musical events taking place at the Washington, DC…
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The new, 113th Congress includes the first Buddhist to serve…
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Mormon Helping Hands Continue Aid to Victims of Hurricane Sandy
To date more than 28,000 MHH volunteers have given of…
Alex Boye’s Tribute to the Victims of the Sandy Hook School Shooting
Watch Alex Boye's touching musical tribute to the 20 child…
Sister Missionaries Unite!
On December 8, 2012 hundreds of future sister missionaries gathered…
Gallup Study: 7 in 10 Americans Are Very or Moderately Religious
Out of all the religious denominations included, members of The…
New Phone App Gives Parents Control Over Children’s Mobile Phone Use
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Letter from Hobby Lobby Stores CEO Regarding Freedom of Religion and Business
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A Church member volunteering in New York to assist with…
Why We Help: Mormons Helping Hands
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35th Annual Festival of Lights schedule of nightly musical performances.…
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Missionary Corner: Missionary Miracles and the Power of Love
I found myself pleading with the Lord, often before every…
Missionaries and Members Assist with Superstorm Cleanup
Church leaders dispatched hundreds of missionaries, including more than 500…
Pew Survey on Clergy Influence on Presidential Race
According to the latest Pew Research survey on the presidential…
What Mormons Believe: Who is Jesus Christ?
Jesus Christ is a central figure to God's plan for…
Calgary Alberta Temple Dedicated
President Thomas S. Monson dedicated the Calgary Alberta Canada Temple…
CNN: Mitt Romney’s University Familiar, but a World Apart
CNN visited BYU to see what Mormons are all about.
Evangelical Landslide for Romney
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What Mormons Believe: The Story of Adam and Eve
The story of Adam and Eve is no fairy tale,…
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Events, concerts, and firesides at the Washington, DC Temple Visitors…
Mormon Tabernacle Choir Announces 2013 Tour
Choir to perform in Columbus, Indianapolis, Chicago, Milwaukee, Madison and…
Life after Death: Our Eternal Reward
Members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints…
Leap of Faith: Felix Baumgardner Falls to Earth
Felix Baumgardner jump from the edge of space on October…
Tom Brokaw and Alfie Boe to Perform with Mormon Tabernacle Choir
Peabody Award-winning news journalist Tom Brokaw and Tony Award-winning tenor…
Missionary Corner: Is There a God?
People everywhere desire to know for themselves if God is…
182nd Semiannual General ConferenceSunday Afternoon Session – Talk Excerpts
Excerpts from the talks of Elder Bednar, Elder Clarke, Elder…
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Excerpts from addresses offered by Elder Christofferson, President Eyring, President…
182nd Semiannual General Conference Sunday Morning Session – Talk Excerpts
Excerpts from addresses offered by Sister Burton, President Eyring, Elder…
182nd Semiannual General Conference, Saturday Afternoon Session – Talk Excerpts
Excerpts from the talks of Elder Andersen, Elder Ballard, Elder…
182nd Semiannual General Conference, Saturday A.M. Session Talk Excerpts
Excerpts from the talks of President Monson, Elder Bowen, Elder…
East Coast Mormons Work to End Hunger
Thousands of Mormons along the East Coast volunteered their time…
Missionary Corner: For God So Loved the World
We may never fully understand the depth of our Heavenly…
Virginia Stakes Work with Governor to Participate in Day of Service
Saturday, September 29th is a Day to Serve, a regional…
Ambushed: Brandon Flowers vs. Richard Dawkins
When Brandon Flowers, lead singer of the Killers band, was…
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Firesides and musical events free and open to the public…
Lest We Forget; Lest We ForgetCelebrating the Constitution of the United States of America
On this 225 Anniversary of the Constitution of the United…
Washington DC Temple Visitor’s Center Events for October
Events, firesides, and exhibits free and open to the public…
Auditions in Utah for Young Male Singers
Professional recording and performing opportunity for young male singers, ages…
New Era Dawns for Book of Mormon Studies
New scholarly journal follows the FARMS approach. Book of Mormon…
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RNC Video Introducing Mitt Romney
See this inspirational video overview of Mitt Romney's life that…
Mitt Romney’s Acceptance Speech
Read the transcript and/or see the video of Romney's acceptance…
Auditions in Utah for Male Singers
Professional recording and performing opportunity for male singers, ages 13-17,…
15 States File Brief in Support of the Defense of Marriage Act
Fifteen states have filed an amicus brief in support of…
Video of Ann Romney Speech at RNC
Mormon Lay Ministry: An Opportunity to Serve
In a church with lay leadership, the work of the…
Family- Isn’t It About (Tee) Time
New Mexico Photographer’s Religious Freedom Case Goes to State Supreme Court
The New Mexico Supreme Court recently announced that it will…
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Elder Ballard Tells CNN Church is Neutral in Presidential Contest
"Elder Ballard is crystal clear," Tuchman reports. "There is no…
Zion Theatre Company’s Production of Swallow the Sun Recounts C.S. Lewis’s Early Life
Zion Theatre Company is producing national award winning playwright Mahonri…
Latter-day Saint Charities Assists Abandoned Cambodian Children
Many abandoned Cambodian children who are struggling to survive have…
The Precarious State of Religious Liberty in America
Religious liberty is in trouble in the United States of…
Mormon and Jewish Leaders Tour Brigham City Utah Temple Together
A delegation from the American Jewish Committee (AJC) met with…
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Events and exhibits to be held at the Washington, DC…
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They Did Not Doubt- 2,000 Stripling Warriors March in Bountiful
Have you ever wondered what 2000 stripling warriors look like?…
Mormons in the Olympics: Mary Killman, Russell Holmes, Rich Lambourne
The U.S. Olympic Men's Volleyball team has two LDS players.…
Mormons in the Olympics: Valerie Adams, Jillian Camarena-Williams, Becky Holliday
Three different LDS women from around the world competed this…
Zion Theatre Company Presents The Death of Eurydice and Other Short Plays
Zion Theatre Company presents The Death of Eurydice and Other…
Mormons in the Olympics: Venezuelan Fencers Maria Martinez and Johanna Fuenmayor
The Venezuelan women's fencing team is 2/3rds Mormon!
Italy Grants LDS Church Official Status
More than 150 years since the first members of the…
Sermon on the Mount: The Lord’s Prayer
Jesus teaches his disciples the correct manner of prayer and…
Buenos Aires Temple Open for Public Tours
The public is invited to visit the Buenos Aires temple…
Mid-Atlantic States to Declare September 29, 2012 as Regional Day to Serve
LDS congregations are partnering with Virginia Governor Robert F. McDonnell,…
Mormons in the Olympics: Jake Gibb
Gibb got an especially late start in beach volleyball, as…
Amazing Grace Flash Choir
Mormon Olympians: Breeja Larson, US Swimming
Breeja Larson, 20 years old, hails from Mesa, Arizona, and…
Guest Artists Announced President Monson’s 85th Birthday Celebration
Guest performing artists have been announced for the upcoming 85th…
Mormon Olympians: Hayley Palmer of New Zealand
A look at the Mormon Olympians from around the world.…
President Obama Appoints First Mormon to Faith Council
President Obama has appointed the first Mormon member to the…
New Pew Poll Finds Little Voter Discomfort with Romney’s Religion
Contrary to ongoing media reports, a Pew Research Center survey…
A Child’s First Breath
2,000 Stripling Warriors Walk in Parade
Two thousand "Stripling Warriors" marched down Main Street in Bountiful,…
Baby Laughing
Mormon Helping Hands Volunteers Assist After Fire Devastation
Volunteers from Mormon Helping Hands worked side by side with…
Washington DC Temple Visitors’ Center Events for August
Exhibits and shows free and open to the public at…
Pandas on a Slide
Salt Lake Temple One of Eight Religious Wonders to See
CNN.com has labeled the Salt Lake Temple one of "8…
Local Composer’s Musical to be Featured at Prestigious NYMF Festival
Erica Glenn was just twelve years old when she wrote…
Mexican LDS Entrepreneurs Reap Rewards
They came from all over the country to compete for…
Quadruplets Laughing
ACLU threatens Utah parents’ right to protect children from same-sex propaganda
The Alliance Defense Fund sent a letter Friday to the…
Testing new Site
Two Year Old Hears for the First Time
You Are Not Special Commencement Speech from Wellesley High School
Wellesley High School English teacher David McCullough, Jr.'s faculty speech…
Church Commits Funds, Volunteers to Vaccinate Children with Global Immunization Partner, GAVI
The Global Alliance for Vaccines and Immunizations expressed gratitude to…
Members Encouraged to Tell Their Own Story
Elder L. Whitney Clayton gives advice that can be helpful…
Prophet’s 85th Birthday Gala Announced
"Golden Days: A Celebration of Life" is the theme of…
Calgary Alberta Temple Open House Announced
The public is invited to visit the Calgary Alberta Temple…
Whatever Happened to the Religious Right?
Is the religious right, in part, responsible for the secularization…
Mormon Tabernacle Choir Gets New President
Ronald B. Jarrett as the new president of the Mormon…
First Stake in India Organized
The Church expanded its worldwide status this week with the…
Southern Virginia University to host 16th annual Education Conference June 1-2
The 16th annual Southern Virginia University Education Conference, with the…
Star Valley, WY Temple Site Announced
The site for the Star Valley Wyoming Temple has been…
What Do Mormons Believe Exhibit
The Washington DC Temple Visitors' Center has turned its exhibit…
The Life of Flowers
Materials Needed for Washington DC Temple Exhibit
The Missionary Department of the Church is seeking material pertaining…
Los Angeles Temple Visitors Center June Events
Enjoy these outstanding musical productions throughout the month of June…
Church to Receive National Merit Award in Spain
The Church will receive the National Merit Award for blood…
Washington DC Temple Visitors Center June Events
Enjoy multiple musical performances during the month of June at…
British Singing Sensation Katherine Jenkins to Perform at Pioneer Day Concert
The annual Mormon Tabernacle Choir Pioneer Day Concert will feature…
Sports Illustrated Cover Features the Faith of an LDS Athlete
The cover of this week's Sports Illustrated says: Jabari Parker…
Brazil Manaus Temple Open House Begins
The Manaus Brazil Temple will be open to the public…
Understanding the Term “Power and Authority” in the Book of Mormon
The phrase "power and authority" appears 8 times in the…
Mary, Mother of Christ
The Kitchen Table: The Faith of My Mother, Mary Cannon Mix
The kitchen table in our home is special place. Although…
Exuberant – Youth Celebrate a Temple
Exuberant – Youth Celebrate a Temple
Kansas City Temple Coverstone Ceremony
The Kansas City Temple Dedication was a day never to…
Kansas City Temple- Shining for Dedication
The photographs in this essay were taken by Scot Facer…
Musicians and Entertainers Come Together in a Night for Africa’s Children
Make a difference in the lives of African children and…
You’re Invited: A Family Night for Africa’s Children
Students at Lone Peak High School felt it wasn't fair…
Buenos Aires Temple Dedication Announced
The Buenos Aires Argentina Temple will be rededicated on Sunday,…
Basketball Star to Become Missionary
UNC freshman basketball player, Stilman White, rose to fame as…
Brigham City Temple Open House Announced
The Brigham City Utah Temple will be dedicated on Sunday,…
Improved Maps Tool on LDS.org
Improved meetinghouse locator, ward "mapping," and better tablet support are…
Washington DC Temple Visitors Center Events
The Washington DC Temple Visitors Center will host talented dancers,…
Association for Mormon Letters Conference
The Association for Mormon Letters annual conference will be held…
New York Times Article on LDS Missionaries
The New York Times published an in-depth piece about Mormon…
1940 U.S. Census Images Now Part of the Exciting New Records Online
Family Search has begun publishing images online from the 1940…
Governors of Missouri and Kansas Issue Proclamations on Mormons
Missouri Governor Jay Nixon and Kansas Governor Sam Brownback released…
Nancy Fulda Receives Second Major Award Nomination
BYU alumna Nancy Fulda has been nominated for her second…
Bountiful Handcart Days Aims to Make Guinness World Records
With the theme, "They Did Not Doubt," Bountiful Handcart Days…
Casting Call for the Winter Quarters Summer Musical
The Winter Quarters Summer Musical is currently holding auditions for…
Kansas City Missouri Temple Open House Begins
The Kansas City Missouri Temple open house and tours will…
182 Annual General ConferenceSunday Afternoon Talk Excerpts
The Power of Deliverance- Excerpts from the talks given by…
Popular Final Cut Film Festival at BYU April 6-7
The Final Cut Film Festival, a student-produced, student-created film showcase,…
182nd Annual General ConferenceSunday A.M. Session Talk Excerpts
The Merciful Obtain Mercy - Excerpts from talks by President…
182 Annual General Conference – Priesthood SessionTalk Excerpts
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182 Annual General ConferenceSaturday Afternoon Session – Talk Excerpts
"The Labourers in the Vineyard" Excerpts from the talks of…
182nd Annual General ConferenceSaturday A.M. Session Talk Excerpts
"As we gather once again..." Excerpts from the talks of…
Thousands to Attend 182nd Annual General Conference
More than 100,000 Church members, friends and invited guests are…
Lesson 14- “For a Wise Purpose
Oftentimes keeping all of the plates mentioned is difficult and…
Elder Holland to the Harvard Law School-Mormonism 101
"In The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints we…
FamilySearch Offers New Countries and Images
10 new digital images of historic documents created every second,…
Presidents and Prophets: A BYU Artist’s Works
When BYU art professor Robert Barrett was commissioned to paint