A legally blind paralympian who competed at the 2020 Tokyo Paralympics received an unexpected mission call without submitting an application. BYUI Radio reported that Taylor Talbot wanted to serve a mission for the Church for years, but after praying about it, she felt God told her not to. “I got the answer and it said, ‘No. […]
Disney Legend Lea Salonga announced as Tabernacle Choir Christmas concert guest artist
The Book of Lamentations Teaches Us How Pain & Praise Can Co-Exist
A joyful reunion with early Ghana pioneers
A recent meeting with early pioneers, families, friends and members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in Ghana brought forth many memories and emotions. On Aug. 5 and 6, members in Ghana gathered for a reunion and to commemorate the 10-year anniversary of the passing of early Church leader, Joseph W. “Billy” […]
Kyiv Ukraine Temple reopens after months of closing due to Russian invasion
7 keys to successful dating for young single adults
A multi-day course at BYU Education Week covered “YSA Survival 101. Using experiences, studies, quotes and humor, Stephen K. Hunsaker spent two days teaching young single adults and some parents his seven keys to successful dating. Hunsaker, who has a master’s degree in family and human development and currently teaches institute classes at Utah State […]
Church of Jesus Christ Releases Statement on Account Data Incident
In late March 2022, The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints detected unauthorized activity in certain computer systems that affected personal data of some Church members, employees, contractors, and friends. The affected data did not include donation history or any banking information associated with online donations. Since that time, we have been working with U.S. […]
LDS Church announces site for Singapore Temple
On a one-acre lot at 233 Pasir Panjang Road in Singapore, the Singapore Temple will be constructed. Plans call for a two-story, roughly 18,000-square-foot temple. Next to the temple, a meeting hall with an arrival center will be constructed. The Singapore Temple was first announced by Church President Russell M. Nelson during the April 2021 […]
What Covenants Do Latter-day Saints Make at Baptism?
Today’s question is “What covenants are made at baptism? Ours and the Lord’s?” Entering into your own covenant with the Lord is an extraordinary blessing. Some view baptism as simply a rite of passage for children who have turned eight, but God views it as much more. He wants us to remember and live up […]
12 fascinating facts about the new Primary General Presidency
Overcome the World and Find Rest – President Russell M. Nelson
During the general conference’s Sunday morning session in October 2022, President Russell M. Nelson addressed. He proclaimed that those who establish and keep covenants can find rest and overcome over the world with the aid of the Savior. A summary of his remarks is provided below. The complexities and challenges of the world leave many feeling […]