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From the Church

After 3 years of renovation, here’s what’s happening with the Salt Lake Temple

By Newsroom of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints

January 25, 2023 03:00 PM MST

Since the temple closed in December 2019, the whole of Temple Square looks vastly different.

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From the Church

The Church’s only temple in Alaska is going to be reconstructed

By Newsroom of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints

January 23, 2023 03:01 PM MST

The square footage of the temple will increase from 11,930 to approximately 30,000.

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From the Church

Elder and Sister Gong announced as keynote speakers for RootsTech 2023

By Newsroom of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints

January 19, 2023 11:26 AM MST

Elder Gerrit W. Gong and Sister Susan Gong will be the keynote speakers for Family Discovery Day on the final day of RootsTech 2023.

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From the Church

Here are some of the highlights from Pres. Nelson’s five years as Church President

By Newsroom of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints

January 09, 2023 01:53 PM MST

Leadership, revelation, and invitations from the 17th Prophet and President of the Church of Jesus Christ, set apart on January 14, 2018.

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From the Church

Elder and Sister Holland to speak at worldwide young adult devotional this Sunday

By Newsroom of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints

January 03, 2023 01:31 PM MST

Young adults ages 18–30, married or single, are invited to watch a worldwide devotional this Sunday, January 8, 2023.

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From the Church

Watch President Nelson’s inspiring new Christmas message

By Newsroom of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints

December 19, 2022 11:40 AM MST

In a new Christmas video, President Russell M. Nelson has encouraged people everywhere to share the light of Christ through acts of kindness and compassion.

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From the Church

Church releases new statement on signing of Respect for Marriage Act in US

By Newsroom of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints

December 13, 2022 02:27 PM MST

“Efforts to protect religious freedom as Congress sought to codify the Supreme Court’s same-sex marriage decision are both historic and commendable.”

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From the Church

New temple coming to Las Vegas: Here’s where it will be built

By Newsroom of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints

December 12, 2022 02:59 PM MST

The Lone Mountain Nevada Temple will be a a three-story temple of approximately 87,000 square feet. This will be the city’s second temple.

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From the Church

6 new temple locations announced in Asia, South America, and New Zealand

By Newsroom of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints

December 05, 2022 01:46 PM MST

New temples in Brazil, New Zealand, Taiwan, and Bolivia now have construction sites announced. Find out where.

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From the Church

Beehive House and Joseph Smith Memorial Building closing for renovation

By Newsroom of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints

December 01, 2022 01:16 PM MST

This project will address structural deficiencies, preservation of aging finishes, replacement of outdated mechanical systems, and updating the guest experience.

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From the Church

The Church will open 6 new missions in 2023. Where will they be?

By Newsroom of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints

November 28, 2022 12:43 PM MST

On Wednesday, the Church announced that six new missions will be created in 2023—five of which will be on the same continent. Find out where they will all be located.

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From the Church

First Presidency releases 2022 Christmas message

By Newsroom of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints

November 28, 2022 10:14 AM MST

The First Presidency invites all of us “to find quiet moments to reflect on our Savior’s birth, life, and atoning sacrifice.”

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From the Church

5 years after it was announced, the Saratoga Springs Utah Temple now has a dedication date

By Newsroom of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints

November 22, 2022 11:38 AM MST

President Thomas S. Monson announced the Saratoga Springs Utah Temple in April 2017, and construction began in October 2019.

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From the Church

Will there be Christmas lights on Temple Square this year?

By Newsroom of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints

November 22, 2022 07:00 AM MST

With all the ongoing construction on Temple Square, will there be any publicly accessible holiday events or Christmas lights to see?

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From the Church

Christmas and New Year’s Day fall on Sunday this year. Here’s how Church meetings are being adjusted

By Newsroom of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints

November 18, 2022 07:00 AM MST

The First Presidency has announced adjustments to Sunday Church meetings for Christmas Day and New Year’s Day, which both fall on Sunday this year.

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From the Church

Church issues statement on the Respect for Marriage Act

By Newsroom of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints

November 15, 2022 03:39 PM MST

The Church released the following statement with regards to the United States Congress Respect for Marriage Act.

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From the Church

Dedication dates announced for 2 US temples

By Newsroom of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints

November 14, 2022 03:24 PM MST

The First Presidency has released dates for the open houses and dedications of two houses of the Lord in the United States: the Columbus Ohio Temple and the Richmond Virginia Temple.

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