Final Chapters Updated in the Church’s General Handbook
The last round of updates to the English version of the General Handbook: Serving in the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints was published December 15, 2021. Although future updates to the handbook will be published as needed, this is the final major release...
The Church Helps Refugees and You Can, Too
Many families are fleeing to other countries, and some have nothing but the clothes on their backs. It is a scriptural commandment to love one another and to bear one another’s burdens. Church leaders have encouraged us to help refugees. See the conference talk...
Ideas for Tithing Settlement 2021
From October 15 until December 31, bishops and branch presidents are asked to meet with members of the Church for tithing settlement. This is a chance to meet with the bishop once each year, settle their tithing, and report that what they have paid in contributions...
Ideas for Tithing Settlement
From October 15 until December 31, bishops and branch presidents are asked to meet with members of the Church in a tithing settlement. This is a chance to meet with the bishop once each year, settle their tithing, and report that what they have paid in contributions...
27 Ways the Church is Prepared for the COVID-19 Pandemic
Over the past decade, Church leaders have increasingly focused on strengthening faith in Heavenly Father and in His Son Jesus Christ. In retrospect, we can see the evidence of many ways that God has prepared His Church for the COVID-19 pandemic—and other calamities...
Church and COVID-19: Impacts on Latter-day Saints
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...
Humanitarian Service of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints
Latter-day Saint Charities is the humanitarian arm of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Since 1984, it has provided more than two billion dollars in aid to assist those in need throughout the world. This assistance is offered to recipients regardless of...
#LightTheWorld Giving Machines Expand to 10 Locations During Christmas Season
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints will place Giving Machines in 10 locations across the world this Christmas season, further expanding its efforts to #LightTheWorld by encouraging people to perform instant acts of service that make a difference in...
Ideas for Tithing Settlement
President James E. Faust said, “One of the great blessings the people of this Church have is to meet with the bishop once each year, settle their tithing, and report that what they had paid in contributions constitutes a tithe.” (James E. Faust, “Opening the...
How to Print Your Official 2018 Tax Summary Statement From LDS.org
Our thanks to Mormon Life Hacker for this information: Your Official Tax Summary Statement is now available. Go to donations.lds.org. (Or navigate to it on LDS.org by clicking My Account and Ward in the upper right corner, and then choosing Donations.) In the left...
Response to #LightTheWorld Worldwide
For the third year in a row, The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints is sponsoring a worldwide #LightTheWorld effort that focuses on the importance of treating others with Christlike love. Four weeks of service emphasize helping the larger world, serving your...
Service Emphasized in 2018 #LightTheWorld Initiative
Global effort offers opportunities to follow the Savior From “Service Emphasized in 2018 ‘Light the World’ Initiative” in the Church Newsroom. A global Christmas initiative launched by The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints encourages people...
#LightTheWorld Giving Machines
Instead of a vending machine where you insert money and get something for yourself, these #LightTheWorld giving machines let you insert money to donate something to someone in need. Learn about the #LightTheWorld initiative. Each machine has items you can purchase and...
LDS Charities 2017 Annual Report: 2,500 Projects Completed
In 2017, the LDS Church worked with more than 1,800 partners on over 2,500 projects to help people in need. LDS Charities has published its 2017 annual report that describes what member donations have accomplished around the world. The following are some of the...Follow on social media