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Eastin Hartzell
Eastin Hartzell

Eastin M. Hartzell is an intern for the Church News. He served a mission for The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in the California Santa Rosa Mission from 2019 to 2021. He is now pursuing a degree in journalism from Brigham Young University. Eastin started the “Study & Faith” podcast, where he discusses Church history, doctrine and culture with scholars and historians of the Church. In his free time, Eastin loves studying all things Church history and sharing the gospel on his Instagram account, “Finding Christ.”


From free eye clinics, to dozens of patriarchal blessings, missionaries and members are helping Kenyans to see

In collaboration with government leaders, the Church brings critical medical aid and training to underserved areas of Cambodia.

Donation of life-saving equipment and renovated ICU brings hope and comfort for patients and healthcare workers in Freetown, Sierra Leone.

Whether it’s a donated emergency supplies container, an athletic court, aeroponic tower gardens, or a truck, the Church’s support in the Marshall Islands is rooted in relationships.

This week on social media, Church President Russell M. Nelson spoke on increasing confidence before God. President Jeffrey R. Holland said, “You are His most precious possession.” Apostles Elder David A. Bednar and Elder Ronald A. Rasband talk about the hastening of the work.

"Resilience through religion" panel hosted by Latter-day Saint at Scandinavia’s foremost forum for democracy and public dialogue.

Though Morso, Ghana, doesn't have any Latter-day Saint meetinghouses, the Church gave the community hope and a new clinic.

Church donation allows eight doctors to receive training and improve care for more than 16,000 patients in Mexico.

As World Day of Prayer president, Latter-day Saint Luduina Williams leads with love, unity and reliance on the Lord.

DR Congo’s National Council of Religions for Peace unites with Church to promote peace, interreligious cooperation.

New market and solar-powered cold storage facility to support 525 women at the Bakau Women Horticulture Garden in The Gambia.

The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and Un Kilo de Ayuda collaborate to strengthen early childhood development in more than 500 underserved communities.

Organized on April 6, 2025, new Kenyan branch in refugee camp grows sixfold in just two months.

"Even though to some people I’m only helping out small areas of where I am right now, I feel like small things matter the most," said Elder Daniel Miller.

Whether leading his quorum or competing on the national stage, 13-year-old Bentley Watson found courage through prayer and Christlike love.

In honor of America’s Independence Day, here is a list of Latter-day Saint monuments and moments in the nation’s capital and beyond.

A rising generation and a rising Church prepare for their first temple in island nation.

"He invites each of us to learn of Him and cast upon Him our burdens," testified the General Authority Seventy.

Elder David A. Bednar taught new mission leaders that unity is a "powerful means to invite the spiritual ends of inspiration and revelation."

This week on social media, Elder David A. Bednar taught about the roles of the Godhead, Elder Gary E. Stevenson on the Antofagasta Chile Temple dedication, Elder Dale G. Renlund gave insights this week's "Come, Follow Me" lesson and Sister Amy A. Wright shared how she prepared for speaking in general conference.

Church video invites Latter-day Saints — and believers everywhere — to unite together and condemn racism.

See resources for Elder Patrick Kearon’s April 2025 general conference message to enrich gospel learning individually and in the home.

Every prophet of this dispensation and many other Church leaders have encouraged Latter-day Saints to seek peace in their conversations and relationships. Read 130-plus quotes from Church leaders and scriptures about being peacemakers.

See resources for Elder Scott D. Whiting’s April 2025 general conference message to enrich gospel learning individually and in the home.

Born June 15, 1952, Elder David A. Bednar has served as an Apostle since October 2004.

See resources for Elder Ulisses Soares’ April 2025 general conference message to enrich gospel learning individually and in the home.

On this episode of the Church News podcast, former BYU basketball player Travis Hansen shares how his faith and effort to “be in the right place” blessed his life and the lives of others.

See resources for Elder Gerrit W. Gong’s April 2025 general conference message to enrich gospel learning individually and in the home.

The Church works with Zaman, a local nonprofit organization in Detroit, Michigan, to help women, children and refugees become self-reliant.