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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December 04, 2019 09:54 AM MST
President Packer's book, The Holy Temple, is a classic of Latter-day Saint literature that has become one of the most comprehensive and definitive works written about temples. In fact, much of the material found in the Church's temple preparation pamphlet comes from this inspired book.
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December 03, 2019 04:00 PM MST
A few years ago my sister-in-law shared with me her brutal sub for santa shopping attempt with her young family. Determined to do some good and teach their children about the true spirit of Christmas, they were armed with a list of needs and a handful of wants for a family in a destitute position. She was excited to have her kids walk the aisles of Costco with her, gathering simple things like coats, socks, underwear and then a few fun surprises as she taught them about service and giving.
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December 03, 2019 03:07 PM MST
When I talk to people about investing, whether it's for retirement or just general savings, I get all kinds of reactions. Some people get excited just thinking about their financial accomplishments and the steps they've taken toward building a beautiful retirement. Others feel anxious and don't have any idea where to start.
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December 03, 2019 02:50 PM MST
Elder John H. Groberg and his wife, Jean, were the guests on this week's "All In" podcast.
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December 03, 2019 02:48 PM MST
Four days into the MTC and Matt knew learning Spanish wasn't going to be easy.
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Angels have played a prominent part in the Lord’s plan of salvation in all dispensations, and our own dispensation is no exception. Here are 20 things we know about these heavenly beings and how they interact with us in mortality.
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December 02, 2019 09:50 PM MST
The First Presidency of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints has issued this statement on refugees following recent media inquiries:
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December 02, 2019 09:09 PM MST
President James Hansen Jr., who served as first counselor in the Ammon Idaho Foothills Stake, and members of his extended family were traveling home from their annual pheasant hunt in South Dakota when their Pilatus PC-12 crashed within a mile of takeoff. President Hansen and eight of the relatives aboard the plane were killed in the crash. Three members of the family survived and are being treated in a South Dakota hospital.
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December 02, 2019 04:19 PM MST
The first date 23-year-old Laura Faganello remembers having with her husband, Brayden Faganello, 25, was a round of mini-golf. They started the date with some nervous small talk and she made sure to throw in a few jokes “to make him think (she) was funny.” By the third hole, however, they were flirting, laughing, and having a lot of fun.
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