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Kaitlyn Bancroft
Kaitlyn Bancroft

Kaitlyn Bancroft is a reporter with Church News. Previously, she’s written for KSL.com, The Salt Lake Tribune, The Spectrum & Daily News (part of the USA TODAY NETWORK), The Denver Post, Deseret News and The Davis Clipper. She's a 2019 graduate of Brigham Young University's journalism program, where she worked at The Daily Universe for four years. Follow her work on Twitter @katbancroft or on Instagram @katbancroftreports, and email her at kbancroft@deseretnews.com.


This week’s study guide includes the story of Moses holding up the brass serpent in the wilderness.

The Harvard professor spoke April 30 about cultivating meaningful lives in a technology-saturated world.

The first counselor in the Young Women general presidency was a keynote speaker on Wednesday, April 29.

This week’s study guide includes details about the ancient tabernacle and animal sacrifices.

The event was modeled after For the Strength of Youth conferences and included classes, games and even a dance.

In honor of World Book Day on April 23, read lines from Shakespeare, Jane Austen and others that teach gospel principles.

This week’s study guide includes the Ten Commandments.

The source of true and lasting freedom is Jesus Christ, said Elder James R. Rasband in commencement speech.

This week’s study guide includes the miracle of God parting the Red Sea.

Sustained during April 2026 general conference, the incoming Primary general presidency will step into their roles on Aug. 1. Learn more about them here.

Each of the Church’s 18 prophets has, at one time or another, remarked on the importance of gaining all kinds of knowledge.

This week’s study guide includes the origin of the Passover tradition.

During April 2026 general conference, Elder Gerrit W. Gong, Elder Ulisses Soares and Brother David J. Wunderli all testified of what it means to abide in Jesus Christ.

“We, like the disciples on the road to Emmaus, long for our Savior to abide with us, for ’tis Eastertide,” said Elder Gerrit W. Gong.

“Becoming the Lord’s treasure ... requires patient effort, faithful persistence and sacrifice,” said Elder Alan R. Walker.

“Remaining connected to the True Vine is not merely desirable; it is essential,” said Elder Ulisses Soares.

“The gospel of Jesus Christ and a knowledge of Him has been had from the very beginning,” said Sunday School General President Paul V. Johnson.

“Come, Follow Me” for March 30-April 5 explores the significance of Easter, including how both ancient and modern prophets testify of Jesus Christ.

Individuals, families and children are all invited to draw closer to the Savior, Jesus Christ.

The Apostle and his wife will share a message about lifelong discipleship in the worldwide devotional broadcast May 3 in the Americas and rebroadcast May 10 in other areas.

A “wounded warriors” can serve as a spiritual guide to others, said General Authority Seventy at Ensign College devotional.

Elder Nathan A. Craig, an Area Seventy who will be serving as a mission leader, discussed faith and service with Kentucky Gov. Andy Beshear.

This week’s study guide includes the Lord speaking to Moses through a burning bush.

This week’s study guide includes Joseph reuniting with his brothers and saving them from famine.

Young Women General President Emily Belle Freeman was a keynote speaker at the 2026 Utah Coalition Against Pornography Conference.

A class focused on searching early pioneer records while another honored women pioneers.

This week’s study guide includes the story of Joseph’s brothers selling him into Egypt.

The National Geographic explorer, who dives for sunken slave ships, believes “profound healing” can occur through connection.

Marlee Matlin, Academy Award-winning actress, who is deaf, said at RootsTech 2026 that inclusion is a “historical responsibility.”

Elder Patrick Kearon of the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles and Elder Mark A. Bragg, a General Authority Seventy, spoke during the 2026 Temple and Family History Instruction. It is now available for on-demand streaming.