by Larry Richman | Nov 2, 2018
On October 27, the Church announced that, while “local celebrations of culture and history may be appropriate” to celebrate and spread the gospel message, “larger productions, such as pageants, are discouraged.” The statement said that plans were underway “to...
by Larry Richman | Oct 31, 2018
In this video interview, President Russell M. Nelson and Elder Gary E. Stevenson of the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles shared insights about their recent travels in South America. The temple dedication in Chile was the final event on their nine-day tour to five South...
by Larry Richman | Oct 12, 2018
Priesthood leaders are encouraged to make institute accessible to all young single adults (YSAs). Stake presidents have the option of creating stake-based institutes for YSAs who don’t have access to existing campus institute programs. Since their implementation...
by Larry Richman | Oct 6, 2018
As part of ongoing efforts to help Latter-day Saints “learn doctrine, strengthen faith, and foster greater personal worship,” President Russell M. Nelson announced adjustments to help balance and connect the unique and essential ways members worship and learn and live...
by Church Newsroom | Oct 5, 2018
The world-renowned Mormon Tabernacle Choir is changing its name to “The Tabernacle Choir at Temple Square.” The name modification follows an August 2018 statement by President Russell M. Nelson requesting the use of the full name of The Church of Jesus Christ of...
by Church News | Sep 21, 2018
On May 8 of this year, The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints announced plans for new resources for girls and boys, young women, and young men coming in 2020. Some have wondered if camps and activities would continue to be a part of the experience for...
by Larry Richman | Sep 10, 2018
In case you missed the live Face to Face devotional with Elder Quentin L. Cook where he and two Church historians answered questions about Church history, you can watch it online (and embedded below).
by Larry Richman | Sep 8, 2018
The schedule of Churchwide event broadcasts for 2019 has been announced. The events listed below were announced to stake and ward leaders in a notice dated September 7, 2018, so they would be aware of these dates as they plan local events for the year 2019. Churchwide...
by Larry Richman | Sep 7, 2018
On September 9, 2018, at 6:00 p.m. MDT, Elder Quentin L. Cook will host a Face to Face event for young adults, where he will answer questions about Church history. The event will be broadcast live from historic Nauvoo, Illinois, and will focus on the Restoration of...
by Larry Richman | Sep 1, 2018
There are many different service opportunities for seniors who want to volunteer a few hours a week, or serve a part-time or a full-time mission ether serving from home or from across the world! Go to SeniorMissionary.lds.org to explore over 30 meaningful mission...
by Larry Richman | Aug 31, 2018
This week, FamilySearch announced that the RootsTech conference is expanding to international borders. RootsTech London will take place October 24-26, 2019, at the ExCeL London Convention Centre. The RootsTech London convention will not replace the annual conference...
by Larry Richman | Aug 23, 2018
For 80 years, Deseret Industries has been providing job training and transforming lives. In addition to providing communities with new and used commodities at a lower cost, Deseret Industries provides training and on-the-job experience for people seeking employment....
by Larry Richman | Aug 17, 2018
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints has asked that people use the full, official name of the Church as given by revelation from God to Joseph Smith in 1838. Name of the Church. After using the full name of the Church, appropriate shortened references...
by Larry Richman | Jul 30, 2018
Elder M. Russell Ballard spoke to BYU students at a campus devotional on November 14, 2017, and answered questions that covered a variety of topics. The following are some of his comments answering the question of what message he had for the LGBT young single adults....
by Larry Richman | Jul 26, 2018
In an ongoing effort to help prevent suicide, the LDS Church has released a series of hopeful videos — several of which come from Elder Dale G. Renlund — that encourage Latter-day Saints to listen to and love those considering suicide. Elder Renlund encourages...