by Larry Richman | Apr 4, 2020
At the Saturday evening session of general Conference on April 4, 2020, President Russell M. Nelson announced a new symbol to represent the Church. This new symbol communicates to the world that this is the Savior’s Church and that all we do centers on Him and His...
by Larry Richman | Mar 15, 2020
Much has happened in the last few days regarding temporary changes related to the COVID-19 virus. We have prepared for your reference this summary of changes that impact Latter-day Saints. Updated March 25, 2020 at 7:21 p.m. Crisis Management In areas where Family...
by Larry Richman | Feb 4, 2020
Below is a list of inspirational blogs and podcasts from The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Blogs from The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints Church of Jesus Christ Blog Take in the everyday insights of Latter-day Saints from all over as they...
by Larry Richman | Nov 28, 2019
On this Thanksgiving Day, you may want to enjoy some of the following resources with your family and friends: Gratitude entry in Gospel Topics, which lists many additional resources Read 16 Quotes on Gratitude from Each of the Latter-day Prophets See scripture...
by Larry Richman | Oct 7, 2019
This was a momentous general conference with lots of exciting changes to help the Church move forward. Below is a list of nine major changes that were announced. Policy about witnesses to ordinances. (Russell M. Nelson, Oct. 2, General Conference Leadership...
by Larry Richman | Aug 15, 2019
Every worthy, baptized member is entitled to and should receive a patriarchal blessing, which provides inspired direction from the Lord. Patriarchal blessings include a declaration of a person’s lineage in the house of Israel and contain personal counsel from the...
by Larry Richman | May 3, 2019
People who experience same-sex attraction often feel intense shame, worthlessness, and fear of rejection. They may feel conflicted about how to reconcile their experience with the principles of the gospel. Acknowledge the person’s faith and courage in disclosing...
by Church Newsroom | Mar 5, 2019
News release from the Church Newsroom “Changes to Emphasize the Correct Name of the Church of Jesus Christ” The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints is the name of the Church Latter-day Saints believe came by revelation from the Lord Jesus Christ...
by ChurchofJesusChrist.org | Feb 14, 2019
Members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints unequivocally affirm themselves to be Christians. They worship God the Eternal Father in the name of Jesus Christ. When asked what the Latter-day Saints believe, Joseph Smith put Christ at the center: “The...
by Larry Richman | Jan 22, 2019
The new Church video “The Restoration | Now You Know” explains the modern-day restoration of the Church of Jesus Christ. When Jesus Christ lived on the earth, He organized His Church, “built upon the foundation of the apostles and prophets, Jesus Christ...
by Larry Richman | Dec 10, 2018
“A digital community. That is where we are living now,” says Dina Alexander, founder and president of the nonprofit Educate and Empower Kids. So how can we teach our kids to be honest, productive, and safe in this community? In the video “What Parents Need...
by Larry Richman | Nov 22, 2018
On this Thanksgiving Day, you may want to enjoy some of the following resources with your family and friends: Gratitude entry in Gospel Topics, which lists many additional resources Read 16 Quotes on Gratitude from Each of the Latter-day Prophets Article “Think...
by Larry Richman | Nov 12, 2018
Technology enables us to be forces for good in the world, but sometimes it distracts us from being present in our families. Watch the video “Taming Technology in the Home:” This video is part of the video series Gospel Solutions for Families, which...
by Larry Richman | Sep 26, 2018
The new 2019 learning and teaching resources from the Church are not just updated manuals—they are part of a new home-centered approach to learning and living the gospel. Before January, each LDS household will receive a copy of Come, Follow Me—For Individuals and...
by Larry Richman | Sep 24, 2018
Tickets are required for admission to sessions of general conference in the Conference Center. Music and the Spoken Word is part of the Sunday morning session, and tickets are required. United States and Canada Members of the Church who live in the United States and...