From Athens to Argentina and from the Pacific to Salt Lake City, the Lord’s work continues to move forward across the earth. This week, Elder Gerrit W. Gong urged world leaders to anchor artificial intelligence with a moral compass rooted in eternal values, while the First Presidency toured the Church’s remarkable new humanitarian center that will bless lives worldwide. Apostles ministered across the United Kingdom, South America, and the Pacific, and temples continue to rise steadily in California and throughout the world. Read summaries of all the stories or dive deeper into each one.
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Elder Gong: With a Moral Compass AI Could Offer the Gift of Possibility
Tuesday, May 26, 2026
Apostolic Ministry
Artificial intelligence may be one of the most powerful tools of the modern age, but power alone will not make it good, Elder Gerrit W. Gong said on Tuesday, May 26, 2026. Speaking in the shadow of Acropolis, the birthplace of democracy, at the Athens Summit on AI Ethics, the Apostle of The Church urged faith leaders, scholars and technology experts to help anchor AI with a moral compass. The summit was organized by the American Security Foundation. READ STORY HERE.
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Apostles Testify of Christ in Historic Broadcast to the UK and Ireland
Sunday, May 24, 2026
Apostolic Ministry
Elder Clark G. Gilbert, who is visiting the United Kingdom for the first time since his call as an Apostle earlier this year, shared a personal witness of Jesus Christ and reflected on the sacred responsibility of Apostles to testify of the Saviour to the world. Speaking of his own recent calling to the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles, Elder Gilbert described the profound spiritual impressions he experienced in the days leading up to his call. He recounted accompanying President Dallin H. Oaks during an assignment at Brigham Young University and witnessing the Prophet set aside a prepared address after feeling impressed by the Lord to deliver a different message. READ STORY HERE.
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General Relief Society President Meets with Maryland’s Governor
Tuesday, May 26, 2026
Church Leadership
General Relief Society President Camille N. Johnson and Elder Michael P. Brady, an Area Seventy of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, met with Maryland’s Governor Wes Moore in Annapolis, Maryland, on Friday, May 15, 2026, to discuss expanding opportunities for service and strengthening communities throughout the state.Maryland’s governor emphasized the importance of service as a unifying force. He spoke about his office’s efforts to improve access to service opportunities and shared his vision for expanding participation statewide. READ ENTIRE STORY HERE.
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The First Presidency Tours the New Humanitarian Center Ahead of Dedication
Sunday, May 24, 2026
The First Presidency
The Savior has commanded each of us to love God and to love our neighbor. We are grateful for the faithful efforts of members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints who strive to fulfill this divine commandment. Their service is a witness of discipleship.
My counselors in the First Presidency and I recently visited the Church’s new humanitarian center in Salt Lake City. This facility will serve an important role in preparing and distributing emergency supplies to meet global needs. READ ENTIRE STORY HERE.
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Journalists Preview the Church’s New Humanitarian Center
Wednesday, May 27, 2026
Humanitarian Outreach
On May 27, 2026, The Church of Jesus Christ previewed its new 250,000-square-foot Humanitarian Center to the media. Located at 1999 West 1700 South in Salt Lake City, the updated facility sits directly across from the old site. It is designed to process global donations more efficiently while providing job and language training to hundreds of immigrants and refugees from over 25 countries. READ STORY HERE.
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New Digital Resource Highlights Stories of Northwestern Shoshone Latter-day Saints
Thursday, May 28, 2026
Family History
Working with the Northwestern Band of the Shoshone Nation (NWBSN), The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints has published a new digital history resource, “Native Saints: The Washakie Ward” from the Church Historian’s Press.
“The collaboration is something we’ve always wanted,” said Brad Parry, vice chairman of the NWBSN. “I think this is something that our ancestors have wanted.” READ STORY HERE.
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President Christofferson Will Dedicate the Yorba Linda California Temple
Thursday, May 21, 2026
Temples Rising
President D. Todd Christofferson, Second Counselor in the First Presidency of The Church will dedicate the Yorba Linda California Temple on Sunday, June 7, 2026. He will be accompanied by Elder Steven R. Bangerter, Executive Director of the Temple Department, and his wife, Susan; Elder I. Raymond Egbo and his wife, Comfort; and Elder Takashi Wada and his wife, Naomi. READ STORY HERE.
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Elder Bednar Discusses Upcoming Temple in Rosario With City’s Mayor
Wednesday, May 27, 2026
Apostolic Ministry
Elder David A. Bednar of the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints recently concluded a ministry visit in South America. He met with the mayor of Rosario, Argentina, about an upcoming temple in the city and strengthened members and friends of the Church in Chile and Argentina. Elder Bender stated: “We are at the very beginning of the process. We wanted to make sure that we comply with all the necessary regulations and receive all of the required licenses. We sought and received his guidance so that we would be able to carry out this project in the proper manner and in good time.” READ STORY HERE.
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Elder Stevenson Ministers to Saints and Leaders Across the Pacific
Monday, May 25, 2026
Apostolic Ministry
During a recent ministry tour spanning thousands of kilometres, Elder Gary E. Stevenson of the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and his wife, Sister Lesa Stevenson, ministered to members, missionaries, youth and civic leaders in Australia, New Caledonia, Samoa and American Samoa. Over the course of a journey which circumnavigated the globe and crossed multiple time zones, the Stevensons met with Saints and leaders representing a variety of cultures and languages, including English, French and Samoan. READ STORY HERE.
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Elder Renlund Reunites with Archbishop Del Río in Peru
Friday, May 22, 2026
Apostolic Ministry
On Thursday, May 21, 2026, Elder Dale G. Renlund of the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints met with Monsignor Javier Del Río Alba, archbishop of Arequipa. During their meeting, Elder Renlund reflected on a previous visit to Arequipa and an earlier meeting with Monsignor Del Río, with whom he shares a friendship and deep respect for the archbishop’s humanitarian work in the city. “He is a great friend to me and to the Church, helping us in many ways, and he is a great example of being a disciple of Jesus Christ. It is a joy for me that he has taken time to visit me today,” Elder Renlund said. READ STORY HERE.
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May 2026 Friend to Friend Episode Teaches Children How Prophets ‘Point Us to Christ’
Sunday, May 24, 2026
Apostolic Ministry
The newest episode in the Friend to Friend series helps children of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints understand the role of prophets in inviting all to come unto Christ. The broadcast “Prophets Guide Us to Heavenly Father and Jesus Christ,” made available online and on YouTube on Sunday, May 24, 2026, features Elder Gerrit W. Gong, of the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles, his wife, Susan, and the Primary General Presidency, who, along with the help of familiar characters like Louie the Toucan, guide children through activities and discussions. READ STORY HERE.
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The Latest Temple News from the Church of Jesus Christ
Tuesday, May 26, 2026
Temples Rising
This story summarizes recent news about the many houses of the Lord being built around the world by The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Milestones for Brazil, Mexico, Idaho, South Carolina, Kansas, Wyoming, Argentina and more. READ UPDATES HERE.Hastening Now: A Weekly Church Report
By Meridian Church Newswire
From Athens to Argentina and from the Pacific to Salt Lake City, the Lord’s work continues to move forward across the earth. This week, Elder Gerrit W. Gong urged world leaders to anchor artificial intelligence with a moral compass rooted in eternal values, while the First Presidency toured the Church’s remarkable new humanitarian center that will bless lives worldwide. Apostles ministered across the United Kingdom, South America, and the Pacific, and temples continue to rise steadily in California and throughout the world. Read summaries of all the stories or dive deeper into each one.
