by Larry Richman | Aug 30, 2023
Effective July 5, 2023, Family Services will no longer bill for their services to help members who experience social and emotional challenges, including counseling and treatment groups. Members will still need a bishop’s referral to meet with Family Services, and...
by Larry Richman | Aug 29, 2023
The Gospel Library app now has additional features to improve your study habits. Study Streaks The new “study streaks” feature records the current number of consecutive days you have opened the Gospel Library app and keeps track of your longest streak....
by Larry Richman | Aug 28, 2023
The Church Board of Education has approved updates to Student Ecclesiastical Endorsements, the Honor Code, and Dress and Grooming Principles and Expectations for the Church Educational System (CES). These principle-based updates will provide consistency across CES...
by Larry Richman | Aug 25, 2023
From September 1 until December 15, bishops and branch presidents are asked to meet with members of the Church for a tithing declaration interview. This is a yearly opportunity for families to meet with the bishop to discuss their payment of tithing. This is primarily...
by Larry Richman | Aug 24, 2023
Tithing declaration (formerly “tithing settlement”) begins September 1 and continues through December 15. To prepare for meeting with the bishop in tithing declaration, here are instructions on how to print your donor statement. Go to...
by Larry Richman | Aug 23, 2023
Latter-day Saint singers of all ages are needed to help record songs for the Church’s new hymnbook. You can apply at Casting.ChurchofJesusChrist.org before September 17, 2023. This paid project will produce two final resources for members of the Church: Melody...
by Larry Richman | Aug 21, 2023
The First Presidency and Quorum of the Twelve Apostles have approved several updates to the Church’s handbook for missionaries to address commonly asked questions from missionaries and mission leaders and clarify existing standards. Examples of updates:...
by Larry Richman | Aug 21, 2023
The Church has released a revised version of its Sacred Music app with new features, improved functions, and a more modern look and feel. The Sacred Music app is one of the music resources provided by The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints for use at church...
by Larry Richman | Aug 18, 2023
The next Friend to Friend episode will premier 2 September 2023. Join the hosts and the Primary General Presidency to learn about being a child of the covenant. There will be music, a visit from Louie the Toucan, and a fun craft. This 20-minute episode is fun,...
by Larry Richman | Aug 16, 2023
Article updated, August 11, 2025. In this increasingly digital age, much of our social and financial information lives in the cloud. Photos, social media accounts, financial accounts, Church records, and other digital files all have value. Since this digital...
by Larry Richman | Aug 14, 2023
You can create digital information in various Church systems, such as Gospel Library and Gospel Living. But what happens to that information after you die? Over a lifetime, you may build a treasure of study notes, including personal insights and inspiration. You may...
by Larry Richman | Aug 11, 2023
The 2023 Youth Music and Arts Festival premieres August 15, 2023, on various Church digital channels. The pre-recorded broadcast may be used at any time to supplement local activities for youth. This virtual global music and arts celebration is based on the 2023 Youth...
by Larry Richman | Aug 9, 2023
The Church has published a new video “Miguel’s Sabbath Lesson | The Covenant Path” on the Gospel for Kids YouTube channel. This video teaches children about the Sabbath Day. Find more videos for children on the Gospel for Kids YouTube channel in English,...
by Larry Richman | Aug 7, 2023
The Church recently announced that you can get a free print subscription to any or all of the Church magazines. But if you prefer to read the magazines in a digital format, you can now be reminded when the newest issues of the magazines are available. Anyone 16 or...
by Larry Richman | Aug 1, 2023
Households across the world will soon be eligible to get a print subscription to any or all of the Church magazines at no cost. Each household may sign up for one or all three global magazines: the Liahona (for adults), For the Strength of Youth (for youth ages...