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Temple Worship

This new temple is inspired by historic Spanish mission architecture

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

April 28, 2026 10:40 AM MDT

The temple features design elements that reflect the local landscape and communities.

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People sitting in the overflow of an LDS church building chapel.

Temple Worship

Church announces new US temple during stake devotional

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

April 21, 2026 10:47 AM MDT

“This is a reason for all of us to rejoice and express gratitude for such a significant blessing,” wrote the First Presidency.

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Young women smiling wearing red dresses.

From the Church

Church announces new names for Young Women age groups

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

April 20, 2026 11:07 AM MDT

One of the purposes of the new names is to “help young women understand their divine place in God’s work.”

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The Tabernacle Choir and Orchestra at Temple Square stands for applause in the Tabernacle building in Salt Lake City, Utah.

Latter-day Saint Life

Tabernacle Choir returns to world-famous Hollywood Bowl for benefit concert

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

April 14, 2026 10:34 AM MDT

One hundred percent of ticket sale revenues from the concert will be donated to trusted charities.

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From the Church

Stunning look inside the new Temple Square Visitors’ Center

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

April 13, 2026 11:35 AM MDT

The new visitors’ center opens to the public on May 18, 2026.

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From the Church

Get to know the new Primary General Presidency

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

April 04, 2026 02:47 PM MDT

The new presidency members will begin service on August 1, 2026.

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An advertisement in a NYC subway station for the Lamb of God oratorio’s debut at The Metropolitan Opera House.

Latter-day Saint Life

Watch: Highlights from ‘Lamb of God’ debut at Met Opera

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

April 03, 2026 10:43 AM MDT

This sacred oratorio by Rob Gardner centers on Jesus Christ’s death, Atonement, and Resurrection.

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LDS ward sacrament meeting singing hymns

From the Church

First Presidency announces updates to Sunday meeting schedule

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

March 30, 2026 08:21 PM MDT

The adjustments will strengthen gospel learning in homes and congregations throughout the world.

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From the Church

1 million students worldwide are now enrolled in seminary and institute

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

March 30, 2026 10:55 AM MDT

The enrollment number marks an unprecedented milestone in the program’s more than 100-year history.

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A statue of Jesus Christ carrying a cross in front of the LDS Salt Lake temple.

From the Church

Temple Square unveils 2 breathtaking new statues of Christ

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

March 26, 2026 09:57 AM MDT

The two statues are visible to the public, but they are in an area of Temple Square still under construction.

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Latter-day Saint Life

Church members extend service and Christlike love following Hawaii floods

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

March 25, 2026 10:50 AM MDT

“From the earliest hours, individuals of all ages responded to help those in need.”

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Construction workers wearing bright yellow place stained glass panels of Jesus Christ in an LDS temple.

From the Church

Stunning new art glass added to Salt Lake Temple

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

March 23, 2026 10:44 AM MDT

The artwork depicts sacred scenes from the life, ministry, and teachings of Jesus Christ.

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From the Church

New hands-on exhibit teaches kids about the Salt Lake Temple

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

March 20, 2026 10:55 AM MDT

The exhibit is now open and will remain on view through 2027.

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From the Church

Church expands ward Sunday School presidency callings to women

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

March 18, 2026 10:05 AM MDT

“Effective immediately, the bishop may call a man or a woman to serve as ward Sunday School president.”

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Copies of the book "Rise Up and Speak: Selected Discourses of Eliza R. Snow."

From the Church

New book honors Eliza R. Snow’s life and sermons

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

March 05, 2026 10:59 AM MST

"Rise Up and Speak" features 52 of Eliza R. Snow’s most powerful and timeless discourses.

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From the Church

Songs about the Old Testament join hymnbook

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

February 27, 2026 10:38 AM MST

“The hymns help teach the doctrine and principles of the gospel with power and clarity.”

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Elder Gérald Caussé of the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles speaks at a pulpit in a church building.

Follow the Prophets

Elder Caussé ministers to members in his home country

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

February 25, 2026 10:42 AM MST

“[The Church is] seeing a surge of baptisms in France right now,” Elder Gérald Caussé said.

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Painting of Jesus Christ appearing to Mary Magdalene by the tomb.

From the Church

Read the First Presidency’s invitation for you this Easter season

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

February 23, 2026 10:38 AM MST

“We testify that your Easter celebrations can strengthen your own faith and testimony.”

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From the Church

11 final ‘Book of Mormon Videos’ coming in 2024

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

December 18, 2023 12:20 PM MST

New videos completing the 45-episode series will be released in time for the 2024 “Come, Follow Me” study of the Book of Mormon.

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From the Church

New MTC in Thailand opening in 2024

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

December 14, 2023 10:15 AM MST

To help in training new full-time missionaries from Southeast Asia and other regions, the Church will open a new missionary training center in Bangkok, Thailand effective January 2024.

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From the Church

Dedication dates announced for new temples in Utah, Mexico, and the Philippines

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

December 11, 2023 03:46 PM MST

Open house and dedication dates for the Layton Utah Temple, the Puebla Mexico Temple, and the Urdaneta Philippines Temple have been announced.

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From the Church

‘Music & the Spoken Word’ announcer Lloyd Newell to conclude his service with the Tabernacle Choir

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

December 11, 2023 10:51 AM MST

Lloyd D. Newell has served as the announcer and writer of the weekly “Music & the Spoken Word” broadcast for 34 years.

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From the Church

Elder Patrick Kearon called to the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles

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

December 08, 2023 10:09 AM MST

The British and Irish national has been a General Authority Seventy since 2010 and was called to the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles on Thursday, December 7, 2023.

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From the Church

Prosper Texas Temple gets a name change and site location

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

December 05, 2023 04:26 PM MST

The First Presidency has released the location and name change for a temple to be built in the North Dallas, Texas area.

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