Resource For Leaders: “In the Lord’s Way, Caring for Members Who Have Temporal or Emotional Needs”
A new resource in the Gospel Library can help leaders support members in becoming more self-reliant. “In the Lord’s Way: Caring for Members Who Have Temporal or Emotional Needs” is found in the Gospel Library in the section Caring for Those In Need > Resources for...
General Handbook Updates, October 2026
The October 2026 updates to the Church’s General Handbook have been published online and in the Gospel Library. The handbook is updated as needed to provide principle-based ministerial guidance, clarity, and inspiration to leaders throughout the world. Below is a list...
How To Reserve Church Camps and Recreational Properties
Beginning in the fall of 2026, the process for reserving one of the 155 recreational properties owned by The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in the United States and Canada will become simpler, provide better support for combined youth programs, and offer...
2026 Christmas Resources For Leaders
The Church offers resources to help stakes, wards, and branches invite friends and neighbors to Church worship services and Christmas events. Christmas is a sacred opportunity to remember that God sent His Son, Jesus Christ, into the world to bring peace, hope, and...
2027 Church Calendar of Events & Broadcasts
The Church has published a calendar of events and broadcasts for 2027. Events and broadcast information are also available at events.ChurchofJesusChrist.org, in the Churchwide calendar at calendar.ChurchofJesusChrist.org, and in the Member Tools app. January Come,...
Ideas for Leaders: Tithing Declaration 2026
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...
Download an Updated March 2026 Chart of General Authorities and General Officers
An updated chart of General Authorities and General Officers is now available to download. The chart includes the new First Presidency, two recently called Apostles, and the Presiding Bishopric. An updated chart will also appear in the May 2025 Liahona magazine...
General Handbook Updates, November 2025
As directed by the First Presidency and Quorum of the Twelve Apostles, the Church’s General Handbook: Serving in The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints continues to be updated as needed to provide ministerial guidance, clarity, and inspiration to local...
How to Use the Unit History Tool to Submit Annual Ward and Stake Histories
Every year, wards, stakes, and missions are requested to submit an annual history of important events to fulfill the Lord’s mandate for the Church to keep a record and a history. The Church has modernized the whole process to encourage leaders to submit stories...
Security Resources and Safety Guidelines at Church
The Church has issued to leaders the following instructions regarding security and safety at church: Our meetinghouses are sacred spaces where all should feel welcome and safe to connect with our Savior Jesus Christ and with each other. Following the recent tragic...
Ideas for Leaders: Tithing Declaration 2025
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...
What is the Personalized “My Home” Page on ChurchofJesusChrist.org?
What is the “My Home” Page? The My Home page provides personalized content, tools, and resources tailored to you and your calling. After you sign in to ChurchofJesusChrist.org, click Resources in the top right corner, then select My Home. This will display...
How to Use the Church’s Member Tools App
The Member Tools app helps members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints connect with ward and stake members, access event calendars, locate nearby meetinghouses and temples, connect with missionaries, and more. Leaders can also view membership...
Clerk Instructions in Help Center
Ward and stake clerks can find a wealth of how-to instructions in the Help Center on the Church’s website. For example, clerks may find the following instructions helpful: Records: How to submit recommendations for new bishops and stake presidency counselors and...Follow on social media