by Larry Richman | Feb 15, 2021
RootsTech Connect is coming up soon—February 25–27, 2021— and it’s free and online this year. Here are 4 ways you can connect with your friends, family, and homelands from the comfort of your home. Inspirational learning sessions. Enjoy dozens of celebrity...
by Larry Richman | Dec 7, 2020
Today, the First Presidency announced that four temples will enter Phase 3 of reopening as soon as December 21, 2020. Nuku’alofa Tonga Temple Apia Samoa Temple Brisbane Australia Temple Taipei Taiwan Temple Phase 3 includes everything allowed in Phases 1 and 2, with...
by Larry Richman | Nov 8, 2020
On Sunday, November 1, six Apostles and their wives spoke to young adults in a series of devotionals broadcast throughout the United States and Canada. Below are summaries of the counsel they offered. Elder Dieter F. Uchtdorf and Sister Harriet Uchtdorf Elder Uchtdorf...
by Larry Richman | Feb 18, 2020
As part of RootsTech, the Church will broadcast a special leadership meeting this Thursday, February 27, 2020, at 7:00 p.m. MST. The meeting will be hosted by Elder David A. Bednar, Elder Gary E. Stevenson, and Elder Dale G. Renlund of the Quorum of the Twelve...
by Larry Richman | Jul 31, 2019
Elder David A. Bednar has given us this challenge: “Brothers and sisters, what has been accomplished thus far in this dispensation communicating gospel messages through social media channels is a good beginning—but only a small trickle. I now extend to you the...
by Larry Richman | Apr 7, 2019
The Church has published resources that explain more about Latter-day Saint temples at temples.ChurchofJesusChrist.org. In addition to the videos embedded below, the site contains the following pages: Sacred Temple Clothing explains temple garments. Prepare for the...
by Larry Richman | Mar 7, 2019
In an unprecedented video, Elder Bednar and Elder Rasband give a walk-through tour of various rooms in the Rome Italy Temple, explaining what happens in each room. In the video below, President Russell M. Nelson provides an introduction to temples, and two apostles,...
by Larry Richman | Mar 1, 2019
On Thursday, February 28, Elder David A. Bednar, Elder Gary E. Stevenson, and Elder Dale G. Renlund spoke at a Temple and Family History Leadership Meeting. If you missed this inspirational, live-streamed event, you can view it online. Their messages were directed to...
by Larry Richman | Feb 8, 2019
RootsTech Family Discovery Day is a free, 1-day event on Saturday, March 2, 2019, that will inspire you to discover, gather, and connect family relationships—past, present, and future. Enjoy inspirational devotionals from General Authorities, informational breakout...
by Larry Richman | Nov 16, 2018
President Russell M. Nelson, along with his counselors in the First Presidency and members of the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles, can use Instagram to share the light of Jesus Christ and personal experiences that have taught them about the principles of the gospel....
by Larry Richman | Aug 30, 2018
In the magazine article “Teaching with Tech: Engaging Youth in a Digital World,” Brian K. Ashton, second counselor in the Sunday School General Presidency, explains how technology can be an ally rather than an enemy in the classroom. Our youth have been...
by Larry Richman | Jul 11, 2018
This article reviews the nature, origins, and purposes of adversity and includes suggestions on how to patiently trust in the Lord and His eternal plan and how to use these trials to learn and grow stronger. You can choose to see a trial as a roadblock or an...
by Larry Richman | Mar 15, 2018
The Church booklet Safeguards for Using Technology is used to train missionaries on the appropriate use of technology. This booklet is now available for parents to use in teaching their children how to be safe with technology. You can order a printed copy or find it...
by Larry Richman | Jan 10, 2018
Update: Due to the passing of President Thomas S. Monson, this event was rescheduled to Sunday, June 3, 2018. Youth worldwide are invited to participate in the live Face to Face event with President Russell M. Nelson, President of the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles,...
by Larry Richman | Jan 4, 2018
Yesterday, I wrote about how the Church continues to function when the Prophet and President of the Church passes away. Today’s article explains what will happen to select a new Prophet and President of the Church and organize a new First Presidency. It’s...
