Latter-day Saints may now schedule group appointments for all proxy ordinances using the online system for temple appointments. The system previously only allowed group appointments for proxy baptism and sealing ordinances. This new feature will be a welcome addition for family and friends wanting to attend the temple together. Larger groups such as wards and […]
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Man Shot And Wounded in Sandy Latter-day Saint Church Parking Lot
Church responding with relief after Hawaii wildfires
How the Church is helping evacuees of the Maui wildfires. Five Latter-day Saints died in the fires; meanwhile, the Church is responding with relief as early stages of recovery begin Members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints are joining with the rest of the community to mourn, assess damage and provide relief […]
Deadly Hawaii Fires Affect Latter-day Saints and Their Neighbors
Raging brush fires fueled by hurricane-force winds are devastating the state of Hawaii — with at least 36 people killed on the island of Maui and more than 11,000 people evacuated, according to news reports. Much of the town of Lahaina has been destroyed, and hundreds of families have been displaced. Members of The Church of […]
10 Amusing Things Latter-day Saints Probably Prayed For
As a unique people, Latter-day Saints may have offered up some of these amusing prayers at some point! 1. “Please bless the person who stole my family’s pew in the chapel, that they may learn to be more considerate.” 2. “Bless the children who sang in sacrament meeting today, that they may someday hit the right […]
Latter-day Saints In New Zealand Urged to Prepare for Cyclone
Latter-day Saints to Attend Sacrament Meeting Only on Christmas Day
The First Presidency of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints has announced that because Christmas Day this year falls on a Sunday, the only meeting Church members need to attend that day is sacrament meeting. The November 10 letter to Church leaders also states that stake and district presidents may consult with bishops and branch presidents to adjust […]
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 […]