This is his first temple dedication as Church president.
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These inspiring quotes will help you start the new year strong.
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Under renovation since December 30, 2019, the Salt Lake Temple is nearing completion.
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“The spirit of Christmas brings out the best in us.”
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“He always tries to do what’s right,” Sister Oaks shared. “He doesn’t ever cut a corner.”
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To help each grandchild feel special, President Oaks has a tradition of honoring a “Grandchild of the Month.”
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“Let’s face it. You don’t have time for everything,” he says. “None of us do.”
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“It reminds me of things that I need to remember,” he says.
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The additions will bring the worldwide total to 506 missions.
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Ambassador Ulziidelger concluded his visit to Utah with a dinner hosted by Elder Neil L. Andersen.
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“He truly loves people, and I hope the Church membership and people in general get to see that side of him,” shared his daughter.
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“That is taught in five, at least five, different important scriptures in the Book of Mormon,” President Oaks said.
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“On your birthday, I want to thank you for making me happy.”
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Sister Oaks served a mission in Japan and later worked as a consultant for the largest privately held publishing house in America.
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President Henry B. Eyring, 92, and President D. Todd Christofferson, 80, will serve with him as First and Second Counselors.
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After graduating from the University of Chicago Law School, he clerked for Chief Justice Earl Warren of the United States Supreme Court.
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Here’s a quick look back at new temple announcements during general conference.
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“When I think of our dad, I think of joy!” shared President Nelson’s daughter Laurie N. Marsh.
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During the tribute, speakers shared memories and lessons from serving with President Nelson.
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You can watch videos on the accounts now.
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Pres. Oaks also clarifies that all who have ever lived will be resurrected.
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This fatherly advice has been a guiding light for Jenny Oaks Baker long past high school, helping her navigate crucial life decisions.
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The invitation in the Doctrine and Covenants to “doubt not, fear not” can sometimes be easier said than done.
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“Finding this story, sharing it with others, and producing this film has changed my life, and I hope that the story of these faithful soldiers will inspire and uplift generations to come.”
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More than 20 years ago, President Dallin H. Oaks was given an “unusual” assignment that would become his “period of greatest growth” as an Apostle.
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The temple recommend questions and statement on wearing the temple garment have been updated to help leaders and members better understand the importance of wearing the temple garment.
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There will be music, a visit from Louie the Toucan, and a fun craft! This 20-minute episode is made just for kids and can be used at home or in Primary.
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The devotional will include messages from Church leaders and music performed by The Tabernacle Choir and Orchestra at Temple Square.
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“The Savior’s infinite and perfect love moved Him to atone for all of God’s children. That gift—the Atonement of Jesus Christ—allows all of His other gifts to be ours.”
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Young adults ages 18-30, married or single, are invited to watch the worldwide devotional.
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A special Easter message from the First Presidency was included in the April 2023 “Liahona” magazine.
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The act’s “necessary protections for religious freedom” are “a big step forward,” President Oaks explained.
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Did you miss Sunday’s Christmas devotional? Here’s a recap of what was shared.
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Get to know the current members of the First Presidency and Quorum of the Twelve with these books and talks authored by our beloved leaders.
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Melaney Tagg is helping people with seemingly polarizing views come together to recognize that as children of God, we have more in common than we realize.
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Many of us know the First Presidency best by their messages and the service that they give. But what do we know of their life history and the women who have been by their sides?
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For President Oaks’s 90th birthday, Church News released a video highlighting his life and the many lessons he has learned throughout the years.
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President Dallin H. Oaks was born on August 12, 1932, in Provo, Utah. Before he was called as an apostle, he served as a justice of the Utah Supreme Court. He married June Dixon on June 24, 1952, and together they had six children. After June passed away on July 21, 1998, President Oaks met Kristen M. McMain. The two were married on August 25, 2000.
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Sen. Orrin Hatch memorial service: Pres. Oaks, Sen. Mitch McConnell celebrate his faith, camaraderie
Former Utah Senator and Latter-day Saint Orrin G. Hatch was honored by family, politicians, and Church leaders at a memorial service held at the University of Utah’s Institute of Religion.
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As the first speaker of the Saturday evening session of general conference, President Dallin H. Oaks called it a “unique” meeting and gave a special introductory message from the First Presidency.
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The last women’s session of general conference was held in October 2020. Here is one quote from each address to help remind you what was said:
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After they first met, President Oaks wrote in his journal, “Sharmon and I met and walked with Kristen McMain, who proved to be attractive, intelligent, faithful, and fun.”
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In a Church News video, viewers get a peek at what it looks like when the First Presidency discuss matters together as a council.
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Last week, President Oaks visited one of the world’s religious centers, Rome, Italy, and spoke about the global indispensability of religious freedom.
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President Dallin H. Oaks rededicated the Mesa Arizona Temple following extensive renovations on Sunday, December 12, 2021.
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The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (Mormon) is a global faith with more members outside the United States than inside. Another sign of the Church’s worldwide reach came 27 May as Elder Dallin H. Oaks of the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles organized the Hyderabad India Stake — India’s first stake.A stake is an administrative unit composed of numerous congregations (called wards and branches) within a geographic area (similar to what other faiths might call a diocese). The Church operates 2,946 stakes worldwide.
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Recently, I received a surprise gift in the mail from a friend: Elder Dallin H. Oaks ' new book, "Life's Lessons Learned: Personal Reflections." I am grateful for the thoughtfulness of my friend, who desires to remain unidentified. My friend sent me the book, along with a very kind and uplifting note, in appreciation of the thoughts and my testimony contained in a book I had written, which he had just completed. Given some of the subject matter of my book, my friend invited me to pay particular attention to Chapter 16 of Elder Oaks' book, titled "Assigning Reasons to Revelation."
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What do you want to be remembered for?
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Thousands braved light rainfall and temperatures in the 30s Saturday to witness Elder Dallin H. Oaks preside over the groundbreaking ceremony for the Payson Utah Temple of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (Mormon).“Standing adjacent to I-15, the major north-south artery in Utah, the Payson Utah Temple will be a dominant and visible influence on the millions who pass by here by day and by night,” said Elder Oaks, who is a member of the Church’s Quorum of the Twelve Apostles.
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Mexico's dutiful Latter-day Saints would be recognizable to fellow members across the globe. They are diligent, temple-going people who worship, serve and raise their families in faith despite the troubles sometimes found just outside the doors of their homes. Yes, they have worries — but they also live purposeful lives fueled by optimism and gospel principles. That was the observation made by a trio of General Authorities who recently spent several days touring Mexico. Elder Dallin H. Oaks and Elder Quentin L. Cook of the Quorum of the Twelve, along with Elder Ronald A. Rasband of the Presidency of the Seventy, traveled to Mexico to conduct an annual review of the Mexico Area and also meet with thousands of local priesthood leaders, members, missionaries and Church employees in a variety of gatherings and training sessions across the country. At times the three were together, but they also split up to visit members in several different Mexican cities.
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For the wife of an apostle of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, the devastation in Japan feels personal. "They have such respect for Americans and they are such friends to us that I feel that I personally have an obligation to do anything I can to help them," said Kristen Oaks.
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