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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.


Now through July 19, users can view personal connections with famous past soccer players.

Elder Bragg was a keynote speaker at the III Congress of Archivists held June 8-12 in Kazakhstan.

This week’s study guide includes the story of David and Goliath.

The service project was part of the One by One Young Single Adult Conference in England.

This week’s study guide includes the story of Saul and the anointing of David to be king of Israel.

Individuals will draw closer to Christ as they follow living prophets and the Spirit, the Apostle taught.

From Missouri to the Carolinas, young single adults will gather to strengthen faith and friendships.

This week’s study guide includes the stories of Ruth, Hannah and Samuel.

“It’s really not about us. It’s about Him, and it’s about His work,” said the new General Authority Seventy.

The Brussels Nexus Conference focused on questions of public life, religious freedom and family policy.

Strengthen faith in the Savior to find peace in an uncertain world, the Apostles taught.

Elder Edward Dube and Sister J. Anette Dennis were among those who welcomed the organization to Church headquarters.

This week’s study guide includes the stories of Deborah, Gideon and Samson.

Elder Neil L. Andersen addressed hundreds of young adults in Southern California during a devotional on Saturday, May 16.

This week’s study guide includes the Lord’s admonition to "be strong and of a good courage."

Sunday School General President Paul V. Johnson and Brother Gabriel W. Reid, second counselor, encourage members to stay focused on Jesus Christ.

The General Authority Seventy also called temple ordinances for dead ancestors a "joyous" doctrine.

This week’s study guide includes Moses’ final discourses to the Israelites.

Through the Savior, real change and healing are possible where imperfect mortal efforts aren’t enough, writes Church News reporter Kaitlyn Bancroft.

From California to the Czech Republic, single adults around the world will gather throughout 2026 to strengthen faith in Christ.

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.