News Releases
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints Welcomes Announcement of 2034 Winter Olympics
From Newsroom (Salt Lake City) The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints extends its heartfelt congratulations to Salt Lake City on securing the bid to host the 2034 Winter Olympics.
Meet the New Area Seventies Called for Asia
Church’s New Prison Ministry Site Offers Support to Those Affected by Crime and Incarceration
From Newsroom (Salt Lake City) A new Prison Ministry website available through ChurchofJesusChrist.org and the Gospel Library app offers guiding principles for ministering to incarcerated individuals and their families. Resources are also available for individuals and families affected by crime and incarceration, emphasizing the love and mercy that comes...
Elder McKay Explains Why the Church Purchased the Kirtland Temple
From Newsroom (Salt Lake City) “There is little we do in this Church of lasting significance that is not done under the authority of the keys restored on April 3, 1836, in the Kirtland Temple,” Elder McKay said.
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Relief Society Leads Global Effort to Improve Health and Well-being of Women and Children
From Newsroom (Salt Lake City) The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints is expanding its efforts to help women and children under 5 around the world.
Church Officer and Interfaith Leaders Build Bridges of Cooperation and Religious Harmony
On May 30, 2024, two global faith leaders – Andrea Muñoz Spannaus, second counselor of the Young Women General Presidency for The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, and Prof. Dr. KH. Nasaruddin Umar – convened at the Istiqlal Mosque in Jakarta, Indonesia, to discuss and promote interreligious understanding.
99+1: President Nelson Invites All to Extend a Gift of Love for His 100th Birthday
From Newsroom (Salt Lake City) As President Russell M. Nelson approaches his 100th birthday (September 9, 2024), he is highlighting a place in scripture where Jesus Christ uses the number 100 to teach a lesson about service and love.
The May 2024 Update to the “General Handbook”
From Newsroom (Salt Lake City) Several updates to “General Handbook: Serving in The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints” were published today, May 31, 2024, and some of the adjustments are listed below.
Release of New Hymnbook Begins with First Wave of 13 Songs
From Newsroom (Salt Lake City) The gradual release of the new global hymnbook of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints has begun with the release of 13 new songs. This new music may be accessed digitally through the Sacred Music and Gospel Library apps and in the online Church Music Library at music.churchofjesuschrist.org.
Answering the Call: Two Years Since the Prophet Invited Young and Old to Serve Missions for Christ
From Newsroom (Salt Lake City) Two years ago, Church President and Prophet Russell M. Nelson reaffirmed the importance of sharing the message of the restored gospel of Jesus Christ with the world. The response to that call has been positive and significant.