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.
2 Min Read
Above all, President Rosemary K. Chibota says she is excited to serve “God’s finest, the little children.”
1 Min Read
From meaningful books to gorgeous artwork, here are some of our favorite gifts for the newlyweds in your life.
1 Min Read
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.
1 Min Read
Newsletter form
Join Our Newsletter
Receive a daily dose of inspiration and good news Monday through Friday.




July 15, 2026 01:44 PM MDT
On the day of her husband’s funeral, President Susan H. Porter discovered that their home flooded.
2 Min Read
Approximately 88,500 full-time missionaries are serving worldwide, surpassing the previous record from 2014.
1 Min Read
July 10, 2026 10:45 AM MDT
“Give it a go, and see how you feel,” Elder Kearon advises.
3 Min Read

Podcasts

Exploring what it means to be “all in” the gospel of Jesus Christ
A Come, Follow Me study group podcast
Using our influence as women of God to make a difference in the world.
Connect with Latter-day Saint thought leaders in a personal way
July 10, 2026 10:41 AM MDT
The upgrades will improve care for patients and working conditions for staff.
1 Min Read
July 09, 2026 10:55 AM MDT
Members recently gathered to tour the new building.
1 Min Read
July 09, 2026 09:51 AM MDT
Let these scriptural and prophetic reminders inspire you to strengthen your circles.
1 Min Read
February 23, 2017 01:05 PM MST
The First Presidency announced that two temples will close for extensive renovation in early 2018.
1 Min Read
February 22, 2017 10:15 PM MST
David Abbot "Ab" Jenkins, also known as the father of salt flat racing, has proven to be one of the most influential race car drivers in history—and not just because he shattered several records and set several more.
2 Min Read
February 22, 2017 08:19 PM MST
While in the temple, Tim Ballard, then a CIA agent who helped fight human trafficking, felt conflicted. As a government agent, Ballard could only work cases if a U.S. citizen was involved, and his frustration grew as a lack of resources forced him to leave innocent victims from other countries behind.
1 Min Read
February 22, 2017 05:58 PM MST
With the dedication of the Paris France Temple coming up this May, the Church has called a few new visitors' center directors to get ready for this event.
1 Min Read
February 22, 2017 05:27 PM MST
From Oregon to Brazil and the Philippines to Nevada, learn more about these eight newly called mission presidents and their wives.
1 Min Read
February 22, 2017 05:20 PM MST
I was baptized 10 years ago. During these 10 years, my journey has not been easy. But being baptized has made it easier. The gospel, the Church, and my membership in the Church have truly enriched my life.
6 Min Read
By  LDS Living
February 22, 2017 05:03 PM MST
LDS Blogger Jill Nystul gained a lot of attention recently for her simple cleaning tip, one the Daily Mail called genius. The concoction—a combination of baking soda and hydrogen peroxide—is one she typically uses for most cleaning jobs. She recently used it to experiment with her grimy, rusted baking sheets and found it doesn't require any hard work.
1 Min Read
Fun
February 22, 2017 03:52 PM MST
The men in the 26th Ward in Provo, Utah, did something unexpected to show the women in their ward that they appreciate them: they created an ingenious Disney parody. On the heels of theirhilarious Inside Out parody that received over 300,000 views, the men were at it again with this Beauty and the Beast parody that shows many of the pitfalls of YSA dating.
1 Min Read
February 22, 2017 03:28 PM MST
When Royce Fuhriman arrived home from World War II, he weighed only 95 pounds, an incredible contrast when compared to the 150 pounds he weighed when he left to serve as an 18-year-old. No doubt the war took a toll on Fuhriman, but he was never one to make a fuss about his service. "He never talked about the war, but as I grew up learning about the war and realizing what he went through, he's been my hero all my life," his daughter Patricia Eckman said.
1 Min Read