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Latter-day Saint Life

Book of Mormon exhibit draws visitors in popular Buenos Aires book fair

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

May 07, 2025 02:10 PM MDT

After its success in North America and Europe, the display arrived in South America for the first time this year.

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From the Church

The First Presidency expresses condolences after the death of Pope Francis

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

April 21, 2025 10:07 AM MDT

“We join the world in mourning the passing of His Holiness Pope Francis. His courageous and compassionate leadership has blessed countless lives.”

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Follow the Prophets

Elder Uchtdorf shares powerful, unexpected lesson from the Savior’s final week

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

April 16, 2025 01:59 PM MDT

Christ’s followers may have felt confused that their deliverer ended up on a cross, but His true mission became clear with the bigger picture.

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From the Church

President Nelson announces 15 new temples

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

April 06, 2025 03:51 PM MDT

Today’s announcement brings the total number of temples—operating, under construction, or announced—to 382.

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From the Church

Updated Church handbook now has an AI-powered search assistant

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

March 21, 2025 04:26 PM MDT

The new feature helps members quickly find answers to questions about Church policies.

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From the Church

New photos of hand-painted details in Salt Lake Temple sealing rooms

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

March 03, 2025 03:56 PM MST

Finish work is underway in the celestial room and adjoining original sealing rooms of the historic temple.

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From the Church

What the Lehi Utah Temple will look like

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

February 26, 2025 02:16 PM MST

Plans call for a multi-story temple and a new meetinghouse.

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From the Church

Breaking news: Salt Lake Temple open house announced

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

February 14, 2025 08:58 AM MST

Plus, see newly released photos of the interior of the temple.

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From the Church

15 more songs added to the Church hymnbook

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

February 13, 2025 09:40 AM MST

Do you recognize any of these songs?

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From the Church

Church releases statement on immigration

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

January 31, 2025 09:45 AM MST

Read the official statement from the Church.

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From the Church

Open house and dedication dates for a new Utah temple

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

January 28, 2025 04:35 PM MST

If you live in Utah, mark your calendars!

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From the Church

Church mourns with those affected by California fires, mobilizes resources

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

January 10, 2025 10:05 AM MST

“Our hearts go out to all affected by the fires that continue to cause destruction in Southern California.”

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From the Church

New statue of Christ at Temple Square + major renovation milestone reached

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

January 09, 2025 02:21 PM MST

Watch a new video about exciting construction updates on Salt Lake Temple.

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From the Church

Church donates a mental health facility in Ghana

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

January 02, 2025 10:39 AM MST

“This psychiatry unit is a tangible representation of the Church’s commitment to exemplify the Saviour’s love.”

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From the Church

Watch: New sculpture of First Vision unveiled at Temple Square

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

December 02, 2024 01:59 PM MST

These breathtaking statues are the first in an upcoming series.

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From the Church

Date for First Presidency’s Christmas devotional released

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

November 11, 2024 10:29 AM MST

Get excited to bring the Christmas spirit to your heart.

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From the Church

Ground broken for temple on tiny Pacific island

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

November 05, 2024 04:37 PM MST

See a rendering of this beautiful upcoming temple.

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From the Church

Pres. Nelson will be dedicating the Church’s 200th temple

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

October 25, 2024 01:18 PM MDT

Prophet and President Russell M. Nelson will dedicate the 200th temple on Sunday, November 10, 2024.

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From the Church

Read highlights from groundbreaking ceremonies for 2 new US temples

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

June 03, 2024 04:49 PM MDT

Ground has been broken in Cleveland, Ohio, and in Rexburg, Idaho, for two new temples of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.

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From the Church

Church announces new updates to the General Handbook

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

May 31, 2024 02:58 PM MDT

Several updates to the Church's General Handbook were published today, May 31, 2024, including adjustments to sections on Primary, “My Covenant Path,” and young service missionaries.

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From the Church

Honduras’ second temple will be dedicated later this year

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

May 28, 2024 05:51 PM MDT

The open house and dedication dates for the San Pedro Sula Honduras Temple will take place this fall. Learn more about the status of temples throughout Central America and around the world:

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From the Church

The first portion of the new hymnbook is coming this week. Here’s what we know

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

May 28, 2024 09:45 AM MDT

Twelve hymns of the Church’s new global hymnbook—including “Come, Thou Fount of Every Blessing”—will be available on May 30, 2024.

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From the Church

Mexico’s 14th temple was just dedicated. Read what Elder Gong had to say

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

May 20, 2024 10:56 AM MDT

Elder Gerrit W. Gong of the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles dedicated the Puebla Mexico Temple on Sunday, May 19, 2024.

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From the Church

Groundbreakings and renderings released for new temples in Brazil and Guatemala

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

May 13, 2024 03:47 PM MDT

The Church has announced a groundbreaking date for the Ribeirão Prêto Brazil Temple and renderings for the Maceió Brazil and Huehuetenango Guatemala Temples.

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