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Apostle and Catholic Cardinal Speak at Freedom Festival

2019-06-30

Orem, Utah | Sunday, 30 June 2019 |

Hundreds of people gathered at a patriotic service in central Utah to hear a keynote address from His Eminence Timothy Cardinal Dolan, Archbishop of New York. He was introduced by Elder Quentin L. Cook of the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.

Gospel Literacy Program Launched in Sierra Leone to Strengthen Families

2019-06-28

Freetown, Sierra Leone | Friday, 28 June 2019 |

A pilot program designed to improve literacy while teaching the gospel of Jesus Christ has been launched in Sierra Leone.

Acclaimed Guest Artists to Perform for President Nelson’s 95th Birthday Celebration

2019-06-26

Salt Lake City | Wednesday, 26 June 2019 |

Guest artists for President Russell M. Nelson’s 95th birthday celebration, scheduled for early September, have been announced. The birthday celebration will share insights into the life and service of President Nelson.

Mission Leadership Seminar Held for Latter-day Saint Leaders

2019-06-24

Salt Lake City | Monday, 24 June 2019 |

New leaders assigned to supervise missions of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints received training and instruction from Church leaders at a mission leadership seminar.

Rising Generations Are Key to Religious Freedom and a More Just World

2019-06-20

Provo, Utah | Thursday, 20 June 2019 |

Elder Patrick Kearon of the Presidency of the Seventy of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints told attendees of a major conference on religious freedom Tuesday that such freedom cannot survive unless it is understood and valued by the rising generations.

The Story of the Church of Jesus Christ Continues in Volume Two of ‘Saints’

2019-06-20

Salt Lake City | Thursday, 20 June 2019 |

The first chapter of Saints: The Story of the Church of Jesus Christ in the Latter Days, volume 2, No Unhallowed Hand is now available at saints.ChurchofJesusChrist.org and in the Church History section of the Gospel Library app. Subsequent chapters will be posted each month until the entire volume is published digitally and in print in February 2020.

Elder Gong Meets Government Leaders in Asia and Oceania

2019-06-20

Pohnpei, Micronesia | Thursday, 20 June 2019 |

Elder Gerrit W. Gong of the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles met with government leaders from Oceania and the Middle East during a recent trip to Japan and Micronesia.

Durban South Africa Temple Open House and Dedication Dates Announced

2019-06-18

Salt Lake City | Tuesday, 18 June 2019 |

President Oaks Rededicates Oakland California Temple

2019-06-16

Oakland, California | Sunday, 16 June 2019 |

The Oakland California Temple of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints has been rededicated under the direction of President Dallin H. Oaks, first counselor in the First Presidency.

Answer Questions the ‘Right Way in the Right Time,’ Apostle Tells Church Educators

2019-06-12

Salt Lake City | Wednesday, 12 June 2019 |

During the Wednesday broadcast, Elder Jeffrey R. Holland of the Quorum of the Twelve said the seminary and institute programs are currently a major focus among top Church leaders.

Apostle Thanks State of Kuwait for Formally Recognizing the Church

2019-06-11

Kuwait City | Tuesday, 11 June 2019 |

In February — and for the first time in more than 40 years — the State of Kuwait gave official recognition to a religious organization. That organization is The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.

At Global Faith Forum, Apostle Shares Seven Ways Religions Can Help Society Prosper

2019-06-11

CHIBA, JAPAN | Tuesday, 11 June 2019 |

Elder Gerrit W. Gong of the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles spoke to global faith leaders gathered in Japan Saturday about seven ways religions can address sustainable development goals that can achieve peace and help people thrive and care for the planet. Elder Gong was joined at the sixth annual G20 Interfaith Summit by his wife, Susan, and Sister Sharon Eubank (who participated on a Sunday panel) of the Church’s Relief Society General Presidency.

President Nelson Addresses Saints in "The Happiest Place on Earth"

2019-06-09

Orlando, Florida | Sunday, 09 June 2019 |

President Russell M. Nelson of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints addressed thousands in a gathering in Orlando, Florida, Sunday evening, a destination known around the world for its theme parks and nearby beaches.

Ground Is Broken for Peru’s Fourth Temple

2019-06-08

Salt Lake City | Saturday, 08 June 2019 |

Construction of the Lima Peru Los Olivos Temple of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints has begun. Ground was broken for the temple under the direction of Elder Enrique R. Falabella of the Seventy and president of the South America Northwest Area.

In Jerusalem, Apostle Encourages Interfaith Listening and Learning

2019-06-06

JERUSALEM, ISRAEL | Thursday, 06 June 2019 |

Speaking Wednesday evening from the auditorium of the BYU Jerusalem Center, with its breathtaking panoramic view of the Old City visible through the background windows, Elder Quentin L. Cook spoke to a group of Latter-day Saint and Jewish scholars about the importance of interfaith dialogue to build understanding and respect.

First Presidency Welcomes Delegation from Vietnam’s Committee for Religious Affairs

2019-06-06

Salt Lake City | Thursday, 06 June 2019 |

The First Presidency of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints met Tuesday with a delegation headed by Vietnam’s Committee for Religious Affairs (CRA). The delegation was in Utah Tuesday through Thursday to meet Church, government, religious and academic leaders. The group toured the Church’s Family History Library, Welfare Square, Humanitarian Center, Bishop’s Central Storehouse, and Brigham Young University.

West African Leaders Praise Church Focus on Family and Humanitarian Work

2019-06-05

Accra, Ghana | Wednesday, 05 June 2019 |

Senior leaders of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints visited several countries in West Africa last week, where they met with government representatives, including the president of the Republic of Ghana.

Elder Ulisses Soares Dedicates Fortaleza Brazil Temple

2019-06-02

Salt Lake City | Sunday, 02 June 2019 |

President Nelson Ministry in Latin America Announced

2019-05-29

Salt Lake City | Wednesday, 29 May 2019 |

President Russell M. Nelson and his wife, Wendy, along with Elder Quentin L. Cook of the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles and his wife, Mary, will travel to Latin America at the end of August for ministry visits.

President Russell M. Nelson's 2019 Pacific Ministry

2019-05-25

Salt Lake City | Saturday, 25 May 2019 |

President Russell M. Nelson of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints is visiting Latter-day Saints and others in the Pacific from May 16, 2019, to May 25, 2019. He and Elder Gerrit W. Gong of the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles are visiting Hawaii, Samoa, Australia, New Zealand, Fiji, Tonga and Tahiti.

President Nelson Concludes 2019 Pacific Ministry in Tahiti

2019-05-24

Papeete, Tahiti | Friday, 24 May 2019 |

“There’s trouble ahead … prepare for attacks from the adversary. Please protect yourself from Satan's traps, including harmful drugs and pornography,” warned President Russell M. Nelson of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, as he concluded his nine-day Pacific ministry in Papeete, Tahiti, the capital of French Polynesia.

Church Honored for Helping Utah Maintain High Quality of Life

2019-05-24

Salt Lake City | Friday, 24 May 2019 |

The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints was honored for its efforts to make the state more disaster resilient.

Latter-day Prophet Meets with Tongan King and Queen

2019-05-23

Nuku‘alofa, Tonga | Thursday, 23 May 2019 |

“You are precious to us and to the Lord. We love you. We miss you when we are away from you,” said President Russell M. Nelson of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints as he visited the Kingdom of Tonga during his nine-day Pacific ministry to seven countries.

The Tabernacle Choir at Temple Square Announces 2020 Heritage Tour

2019-05-23

Salt Lake City | Thursday, 23 May 2019 |

The world-renowned Tabernacle Choir and Orchestra at Temple Square will travel internationally for their upcoming tour performing in six cities in four Nordic countries and the United Kingdom over 22 days from Thursday, June 25, through Thursday, July 16, 2020. The tour will include performances in the following cities and venues:

President Nelson Reminds Fijians of Their Divine Potential

2019-05-22

Suva, Fiji | Wednesday, 22 May 2019 |

“May I thank you for your great faith,” said President Russell M. Nelson of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints as he addressed a large crowd under cloudy skies in Fiji Wednesday afternoon during his Pacific ministry.