How to Prepare a Talk in Church

How to Prepare a Talk in Church

Few people enjoy public speaking, but with a little preparation and practice, you can do it. Speaking is an important way we help each other in the Church. Preparation Here are a few key ideas about preparing a talk. When you get the assignment to speak, start praying...
Share Church Resources With Friends in Need

Share Church Resources With Friends in Need

The Church has powerful resources that can bless our lives. These include courses and tools for improving self-reliance and education, participating in family history, learning a language, and getting help to face life’s challenges. They are not only for...
The Savior Understands YOU

The Savior Understands YOU

In the video below, “The Savior Understands Me,” Elder Jeffrey R. Holland explains that the Savior understands how you feel. In a way we don’t quite understand, the Atonement of Jesus Christ allowed Him to experience everything we are going through, so He...
Submit Payment Reimbursement Requests Electronically

Submit Payment Reimbursement Requests Electronically

Organization presidencies in wards and stakes who need to submit requests for reimbursements can now do so online or on the Member Tools app. With this process, you upload a photo of the receipt and submit the request for yourself or others. Online Organization...
More Chapters Updated in the Church’s General Handbook

More Chapters Updated in the Church’s General Handbook

The latest round of updates to the English version of the General Handbook: Serving in the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints was published today. It includes one new chapter, two rewritten chapters, one expanded chapter, and many updated administrative...
Youth Theme for 2022

Youth Theme for 2022

The Church has announced the youth theme for 2022: “Trust in the Lord with all thine heart; and lean not unto thine own understanding. In all thy ways acknowledge him, and he shall direct thy paths” (Proverbs 3:5–6).  Parents and youth leaders are encouraged to teach...
The Tabernacle Choir to Stream 9/11 Special

The Tabernacle Choir to Stream 9/11 Special

The Tabernacle Choir and Orchestra at Temple Square will stream a special 20th anniversary broadcast commemorating 9/11. The broadcast will feature award-winning journalist Jane Clayson Johnson, who will narrate the 30-minute special. The special, “9/11, Coming...
2021 Primary Sacrament Meeting Presentations

2021 Primary Sacrament Meeting Presentations

The yearly Primary sacrament meeting presentations let children share what they are learning about the gospel of Jesus Christ at home and at church (see General Handbook, 12.2.1.2). Under the direction of the bishop, it is normally held during the fourth quarter of...
New Children’s Collection in Gospel Library App

New Children’s Collection in Gospel Library App

The Gospel Library now has a section especially for children. The new Children section is found under Audiences on Gospel Library, whether you access it online or using the app. The children’s collection gives children the power to take responsibility for their own...
Filming Underway for Season 4 of Book of Mormon Videos

Filming Underway for Season 4 of Book of Mormon Videos

Filming is underway for season four of Book of Mormon Videos. Season four depicts scenes from 3 Nephi in the Book of Mormon, the visit of Jesus Christ to the Americas. The videos will be released in late 2022. Watch this introductory video to the filming of season 4....
Ward and Stake Technology Specialist Callings

Ward and Stake Technology Specialist Callings

Recent changes in the General Handbook, 33.10 allow stake presidencies and bishoprics to call one or more technology specialists to serve at the stake and ward level. Ward Technology Specialist Ward technology specialists may be men, women, or youth. They serve under...
5 Facts About Pioneer Day

5 Facts About Pioneer Day

Researchers at the Church History Library have compiled five interesting facts about Pioneer Day. They gathered this list based on the five most frequently asked questions they have received about Pioneer Day. What is the history of Pioneer Day celebrations? Who were...

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