Latter-day Saint Temple cornerstone ceremonies have been discontinued
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints continues to announce, select sites for, design, and construct new temples at a remarkable pace. Ceremonial groundbreakings mark the official commencement of on-site construction, while these sacred structures are...Book of Mormon Videos: Jesus Christ Teaches How to Live the Higher Law, 3 Nephi 12–14
Jesus Christ Teaches How to Live the Higher Law | 3 Nephi 12–14 Jesus Christ continues His teachings during His visitation to people of Ancient America. Jesus’ words reflect the Sermon on the Mount and the Beatitudes as found in the Gospel of Matthew 5 – 7. The twelve...Watch The Virtual Tour of Historic Washington D.C. Temple
On May 11 a special virtual tour of the historic Washington D.C. Temple of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints was launched. The tour, now available online, takes visitors on a guided journey of the interior of the temple led by Elder Gary E. Stevenson of...Elder Andersen: Honest, Sincere Prayer Helps Us #HearHim
In a new #HearHim video and blog article, Elder Neil L. Andersen of the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles said that we can hear God and receive revelation through honest, sincere personal prayer. “Honest, sincere, personal prayer opens the window to revelation from our...Church of Jesus Christ: 2021 Year in Review
A look back at the past year of the Church of Jesus Christ (Videos from The Church Newsroom) In 2021, The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints continued to carry out Jesus’s commands to love God and neighbor. Latter-day Saint Charities and individual Saints...Watch President Nelson’s 2021 Message: The Light of Christmas
In a video posted Thursday, Dec. 16, President Nelson, President of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, invites all to “transform lives” during the Christmas season. “I invite you to ponder the ways you personally can reach out and help others experience...President Oaks: Avoid Being “Unduly Influenced” by Extreme Voices
President Oaks delivers the University of Virginia’s 2021 Joseph Smith Lecture and urges a ‘better way’ to resolve our differences ‘without compromising core values’ Although current divisions among the religious and secular in the United States are distressing and...FamilySearch Announces 300 Limit for Personal Temple Ordinance Reservations
Personal temple ordinance reservation lists in FamilySearch now have a maximum of 300 rows of reservations per user. This update is to encourage members to not reserve more names than they can realistically get done. As Latter-day Saints share family names, other...Mormon Prophets | Now You Know
You have heard of prophets in the Bible, and you may have heard of modern-day prophets too. Who are they? What is their purpose? Let’s talk about it. God told Noah to build an ark before the flood came. He did, and the family of Noah was saved. God gave Moses 10...Watch Video: How I #HearHim – Elder Ronald A. Rasband
“The ways that I hear the Spirit of the Lord best in my life is by reading the scriptures and following promptings of the Holy Ghost.” Elder Ronald A. Rasband says that we can #HearHim through promptings that we receive while reading the Holy Scriptures....Inside the Church Headquarters: The Power of Councils
The Savior governs His Church through councils. This divine pattern is critical to the organization of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints at every level. This Church News documentary, titled “Inside Church Headquarters,” examines the essential role of...October 2021 Edition of The Church World Report
Being used to read or watch news about all the turmoil of the world, it is refreshing and uplifting to have an entire session of news only about the positive and uplifting work of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. From the Church Newsroom The latest...FamilySearch Microfilms Are Now All Available Digitally
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints has completed the project to digitize all 2.4 million rolls of microfilm with the records of more than 11.5 billion people from around the world. These are now available to the public online. For 83 years, the Church has...Watch LDS Video: The Fruit that is Most Desirable
In His teachings, the Savior compared fruit with things of eternal worth, says Elder Neil L. Andersen. The fruit in Lehi’s dream symbolizes the blessings of the Savior’s Atonement, describing the fruit as “most desirable.” “ No wonder the angel described the fruit as...Watch LDS Video: There Is No Limit to God’s Love – His Grace
Despite her desire to repent, Carissa repeatedly fell victim to her addiction. Each time she messed up, she said she felt it set her back to the beginning of her repentance. “Why would I feel this way if God really loved me?” she asked herself. She earnestly desired...Watch LDS Video: If God Loved Me, He Wouldn’t Let This Happen – His Grace
After suffering four brain injuries in one year and enduring excruciating pain and memory loss, Emily Farmer felt God’s grace as she shared her talents. “We are never abandoned,” she exclaimed. “God is there for us.” “Every day was so hard,” she said, describing the...Watch LDS Video: Struggling with the History of Race and the Priesthood – His Grace
Danor acknowledges certain challenges of race and priesthood that young Black men face when joining the Church. In a private and personal way, he learned that not all past issues need justification if you know the reality of God. One day early in his investigation...Watch LDS Video: I Didn’t Feel Good Enough, But I Was Good Enough for God | His Grace
In his moment of greatest anguish, Drew felt heaven’s peace. He learned that God knew him. Drew was raised in a typical member home where he was taught to obey and serve. Despite separation anxiety as a child, he was strong and felt capable of serving a mission. But...‘Love, Share, Invite’ Event Provides Simple Examples of Sharing the Gospel
Credit: Screenshot from ChurchofJesusChrist.org Senior leaders of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints highlighted a pattern of sharing the gospel — “Love, Share, Invite” — during a special missionary broadcast on Saturday morning. “Sharing...HOPE WORKS: I Told Myself I Would Never Become Depressed
Challenging experiences in life changed how Julie saw the world as either black or white, good or bad. She now views others in high-definition color, more as Jesus does, with possibilities for infinite potential. Growing up, Julie says her view of life was simply a...Elder Ulisses Soares: I “Hear Him” by Aligning My Mind with His Will
Ulisses Soares: Quorum of the Twelve Apostles Elder Ulisses Soares tells how the Lord directed him in a strong, firm voice what to teach the missionaries. He felt the Savior speak to them. After, they sat silently, reflecting on the instruction. I Hear Him by Teaching...The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints sends Eid Al Fitr greetings to Muslims
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints sends Eid Al Fitr greetings to Muslims throughout the world to mark the end of Ramadan 2021. Elder Anthony D. Perkins, President of the Middle East/Africa North Area, recorded a video message expressing gratitude...How I #HearHim video: Act Upon Impressions – President Dallin H. Oaks
President Dallin H. Oaks says that the Lord can bless us and bless others if we #HearHim.
Watch Video: What is Revelation? | Now You Know
Just as God revealed His will to ancient prophets now recorded in the Holy Bible, He reveals His will today to modern-day prophets. To those who seek Him, He inspires with personal revelation to know His plan for them. Do you wonder how we know about God? Does God...April 2021 Video World Report of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints
The latest edition of The World Report, a biannual compilation of news from The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, is now available. The April 2021 edition shows how Latter-day Saint Charities, the humanitarian arm of the global faith, is reaching people...Church of Jesus Christ Announces Phase 2-B for Temple Openings in Some Areas
The First Presidency of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints has announced a new phase for temple reopening. Phase 2-B allows for a temple baptistry to open for small groups — particularly for members with a limited-use temple recommend.
“We are grateful for this opportunity for more members to participate in temple ordinances,” said President Russell M. Nelson.