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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.


Tropical Storm Trami, known locally as Typhoon Kristine, is the deadliest of 11 storms to hit the country this year.

This week’s study guide includes the entire destruction of the Nephite civilization.

The series wraps up in December 2024 and will total 45 videos, available in multiple languages.

The new council members began serving in August and September 2024.

David Rencher, FamilySearch International’s chief genealogical officer, said he was "humbled and honored" by the unexpected award.

This week’s study guide includes Jesus Christ’s commandment to call the Church in His name.

Krissy Miller and Shiller Joseph consider their story both a ‘modern-day miracle’ and evidence of Jesus Christ’s love.

Their efforts total 170,000 volunteer hours across 5,700 homes in the southeastern U.S.

This week’s study guide includes Jesus Christ teaching the words of Isaiah to the Nephites.

Missionaries in Florida and Tennessee share their experiences of serving impacted communities.

Volunteers traveled across impacted regions, helping muck out homes, clear debris, tarp roofs and more.

The inverse themes bookended the Sunday morning session, while multiple speakers taught the simplicity of gospel principles throughout general conference.

"We must not be guilty of such simplistic versions [of the Savior] that conveniently ignore teachings we find uncomfortable."

This week’s study guide includes Jesus Christ ministering to Nephite children.

“We must not be guilty of such simplistic versions of Him that conveniently ignore teachings we find uncomfortable,” said President Jeffrey R. Holland.

“Don’t sell your birthright for a mess of pottage. … Don’t let the world change you when you were born to change the world,” said Brother Wilcox.

“Our loving, wise and perfect Heavenly Father has designed the plan of happiness such that we are not destined to fail,” said Elder Brook P. Hales.

“Let us follow Him by foregoing contention,” President Dallin H. Oaks said during the Saturday morning session of October 2024 general conference. See more from the Saturday morning session.

In the wake of a record storm surge and over 100 deaths, The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints is preparing humanitarian aid for the southeastern U.S.

This week’s study guide includes Jesus Christ teaching a discourse similar to the Sermon on the Mount.

Church members recently organized a “5K Restoration Run” that took participants past sites like the Sacred Grove and the Smith family farm.

This week’s study guide includes the resurrected Christ appearing to the Nephites.

A college graduate at age 83, she leaves a legacy of faith, selflessness and continuous self-improvement.

The video features selections from President Nelson’s April 2023 general conference talk “Peacemakers Needed.”

From the Philippines to Japan to Nigeria, Church members and FamilySearch users all over the world are reaping the rewards of genealogy.

The 10-day ministry included visits with a South Korea Supreme Court justice, a Japanese interfaith leader and local Latter-day Saints in both countries.

This week’s study guide includes the birth of Jesus Christ and the fulfillment of Samuel the Lamanite's prophecies.

Young adults ages 18 to 35 are invited to attend and to discuss the devotional with friends.

President Reese shared three ideas for progressing on the gospel path, while Sister Reese spoke on the power of positivity during the Tuesday, Sept. 10 devotional.