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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July 15, 2026 01:44 PM MDT
On the day of her husband’s funeral, President Susan H. Porter discovered that their home flooded.
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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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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.
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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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January 11, 2017 12:03 PM MST
In this fascinating podcast by LDS Perspectives, Dr. Brent Top, the Dean of Religious Education at BYU, shares fascinating insights into the LDS beliefs about life after death and near-death experiences.
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Fun
January 10, 2017 10:00 PM MST
In the article What Does Your Child’s Self Esteem Have To Do With Family History? We learn how children’s self-esteem can increase through family history. Research has found that children who know their family stories have a higher self-esteem, stronger self-control, lower anxiety, fewer behavioral problems, and function better in a family.
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Fun
January 10, 2017 10:00 PM MST
As a new year of Church curriculum begins, take a look at these awesome resources meant to help you get even more out of each lesson this year. Many of these resources will be helpful to you in preparing lessons, teaching your children, and finding new insights for yourself.
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January 10, 2017 09:27 PM MST
Many have often wondered where Nephi and his family settled before embarking on their sea voyage to the promised land. Today, several LDS explorers and scholars have scouted out potential spots they believe fits the description of the land of Bountiful. In fact, one group has recently started digging at a site they believe is Nephi's Bountiful.
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January 10, 2017 09:06 PM MST
BYU President Kevin J. Worthen and his wife, Peggy Seale Worthen, spoke at a recent BYU devotional on "The Pursuit of Truth," and it could not have come at a better time
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January 10, 2017 06:40 PM MST
Random toddler tantrums in supermarkets, constant errands, endless housework, and no sick days. Motherhood is a difficult, often unsung job.
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January 10, 2017 03:20 PM MST
A little more than 18 months ago, LDS author Jason F. Wright wrote an open letter to his daughter before she left on her mission titled Letter to Missionary Daughter: "A Mission Isn't for You." Now, after returning home from her mission, his daughter has a chance to respond to his letter.
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January 10, 2017 02:31 PM MST
A common complaint when other football teams face off against BYU linemen is they are two years older, because many serve LDS missions, and therefore bigger, giving an unfair advantage.
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January 10, 2017 01:34 PM MST
On New Year's Eve, LDS member Ariel Pearse became the first woman from New Zealand to win Miss Tourism International since it's inception in 1994.
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