A step-by-step guide for every first-time temple goer

Feel prepared to receive your endowment with a calm mind and an open heart.
This phrase can impact how often you want to go—and how you feel when you’re there.
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Above all, President Rosemary K. Chibota says she is excited to serve “God’s finest, the little children.”
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From meaningful books to gorgeous artwork, here are some of our favorite gifts for the newlyweds in your life.
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President Junior Banza was the first person baptized into The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in the Democratic Republic of the Congo.
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Approximately 88,500 full-time missionaries are serving worldwide, surpassing the previous record from 2014.
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July 10, 2026 10:45 AM MDT
“Give it a go, and see how you feel,” Elder Kearon advises.
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July 10, 2026 10:41 AM MDT
The upgrades will improve care for patients and working conditions for staff.
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July 09, 2026 10:55 AM MDT
Members recently gathered to tour the new building.
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July 09, 2026 09:51 AM MDT
Let these scriptural and prophetic reminders inspire you to strengthen your circles.
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July 08, 2026 10:22 AM MDT
The six-day event was promoted on JustServe.org, which helped generate more than 1,600 volunteers.
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By  LDS Living
May 16, 2018 02:26 PM MDT
Story and photos courtesy of Karyann Hoopes.
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May 16, 2018 02:00 PM MDT
This Book of Mormon previously owned by freed slaves and signed by Hyrum Smith has a rich and interesting history, "This one has just a spectacular story as to where it was and how it disappeared for 140 years before it resurfaced in 2004," the current owner of the Book of Mormon said. "That's the real story."
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May 16, 2018 12:56 PM MDT
In a recent notice sent to priesthood, Relief Society, Young Women, and Young Men leaders on May 11, the Church answered frequently asked questions about ministering and changes to priesthood quorums, whichare also posted on ministering.lds.org.
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Fun
May 16, 2018 09:58 AM MDT
It has sometimes been said that newer is better, but let’s celebrate the older parts of our Church—past and present.
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May 15, 2018 08:36 PM MDT
What is the best thing anyone ever did for you? Have you experienced an act of service or sacrifice so stunning that you could not stop speaking of it? Have you ever used the word “wonderful” to describe such goodness?
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Fun
May 15, 2018 07:00 PM MDT
We're all still chuckling over the #MormonMafia tweets that took Twitter by storm, but that's by no means the only time Latter-day Saints have taken to social media to express their unique sense of humor. Here are just a few other funny hashtags and the even more hilarious tweets that resulted.
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May 15, 2018 06:08 PM MDT
The following article was written by Elder Fred A. “Tony” Parker and shared in a special Ensign issue celebrating the revelation extending the priesthood to all worthy male members in the Church.
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By  LDS Living
May 15, 2018 03:03 PM MDT
Thirteen-year-old Reese Oliveira, accompanied by Stephanie Boyd, recently released a new music video titled “Waiting for My Rainbow.” The video tells the story of a mother grieving the loss of her son. Reese’s mom, Suzy Oliveira, shared the story behind this music video:
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By  LDS Living
May 15, 2018 02:26 PM MDT
Featured below is a list of 25 modern LDS classics that will leave you looking at life with a new perspective. With some recognizable titles and others you may have never heard of, this list compiles books that have received high ratings from their readers in regard to providing powerful, thought-provoking, and testimony-building material. With writings from beloved LDS prophets and apostles, LDS leaders, and motivational speakers, these modern classics help readers answer questions and gain a better understanding of LDS teachings.
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