News Releases
Two New Area Seventies Called for Asia
On April 2, 2026, two new Area Seventies were called to the Asia Area of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.
Church Releases Instructional Videos for September Sunday Schedule Changes
From Newsroom (Salt Lake City) The Church has released instructional videos to assist with implementing the new Sunday schedule on September 6, with special Sunday instruction taking place globally on August 30 and September 6.
Asia Area Presidency Reorganized in August 2026
The Asia Area Presidency of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints has been reorganized, effective August 1, 2026.
Nine Area Organization Advisers Called for Asia Area
The increasing visibility of women’s leadership in The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints is reflected by the nine Area Organization Advisers (AOAs) currently serving in the Asia Area. These sisters, representing diverse cultures and regional needs, will provide localized instruction, mentorship, and support to Relief...
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in Hong Kong Participates in the Citywide Book Fair for the First Time
Marking a historic milestone in its community engagement efforts, The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in Hong Kong is making its debut at the annual citywide Book Fair, running from July 15 to 21, 2026.
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints Reaches New Missionary Record
From Newsroom (Salt Lake City) The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints now has more missionaries serving than at any other time in its history.
2026 FSY Asia Conference Guides Youth to “Walk With Me”
2026 Asia International FSY Conference was again held in Thailand
President Oaks Says Soon There Will Be More Missionaries Than Ever
From Newsroom (Salt Lake City) “In coming weeks, we will have the largest number of full-time missionaries in the Church’s history,” President Dallin H. Oaks told new mission leaders on Saturday, June 20.
AI Can Further, Not Replace, Human Relationships, Elder Gong Teaches in New Video
From Newsroom (Salt Lake City) In a new Church video about AI, Elder Geritt W. Gong explores “how to hear God’s voice clearly in an age of artificial intelligence, and why that distinction matters more now than ever.”
May 2026 Friend to Friend Episode Teaches Children How Prophets ‘Point Us to Christ’
From Newsroom (Salt Lake City) The newest episode in the Friend to Friend series helps children of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints understand the role of ancient and living prophets in inviting all to come unto Christ.