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Leah Bowers
Leah Bowers

Leah Bowers is a fellow with the Church News. She studied at the Walter Cronkite School of Journalism at Arizona State University and plans to receive her master's degree in investigative journalism in summer 2027. Previously, she was a media intern at Turning Point Action. Leah served as a full-time missionary in the Uruguay Montevideo West Mission.


"It’s that connecting with the divine that really makes the big differences in our lives," the BYU researcher said.

"We are happy and we thank God for what you have done," said a district governor in Kenya.

This week on social media, Elder Quentin L. Cook shared that everyone deserves the freedom “to choose the faith that they wanted to follow." Other leaders, including President D. Todd Christofferson and President Dieter F. Uchtdorf, shared similar messages about unity.

"Gospel truths are intended to make us free, powerful, and joyful," explained Elder James Rasband, a General Authority Seventy, during a BYU–Hawaii devotional.

‘Onward, Ever Onward!’ Conference in Times Square teaches about discipleship, service and sisterhood bonds.

Brad Bywater lived his whole life with Polycystic Kidney Disease. When the need for a kidney transplant came, Brad never expected to receive one from his ministering brother.

On social media this past week, Church leaders shared experiences from ministry visits and thanked members for contributions.

“As we start to think about our ancestors, there can be a strength that is beyond us: the crowds cheering us on — those who’ve come before," said Sheldon Martin.

Joe Price and Shelly Bowers explained how microtasks can strengthen day-to-day spiritual experiences and “bring the spirit of Elijah” into daily living.

Church leaders teach various lessons this week on their social media platforms, inviting members to come unto Christ.

Ysabelle Cuevas, keynote speaker at 2025 RootsTech, is a singer-songwriter, YouTube content creator and nurse who was led by her family to become who she is.

Also, Sister Spannaus teaches youth how to access classes for RootsTech 2025.

Members of the Church gather together to support flood victims in Brazil, package food kits in Paraguay, and refurbishing buildings in Bolivia.

“Missionary work is so important in this dispensation,” said Elder Gary E. Stevenson.

Additionally, Elder Bednar represented the Church around the world at various interfaith councils and leadership meetings.

From Colombia to Uruguay to Argentina, Church donations and member volunteers bring increased health and hope to thousands.

Also, Elder Bednar encouraged Saints to refer to temples as “the house of the Lord,” and Elder Christofferson urged BYU–Hawaii students to remember the sacrifices of their ancestors.

"It filled me with joy to see this solidarity. We are the hands of the Savior here on earth, and we demonstrate this through service," said one volunteer.

Also, Sunday School general presidency creates social media account to share insights, lessons and testimonies for group and individual learning.

Also, Elder Stevenson suggested four banners to wave proudly as members of the Church, and Sister Browning taught about “spiritual eyesight.”

Church members in Peru organized service activities, youth programs and volunteer opportunities to serve their communities.

Also, the Young Women general presidency expressed excitement for new youth joining Young Women in January 2025, and shared suggestions to integrate them into the program.

Children in Nigeria received a new school building, female inmates in Ghana were given various food and hygiene donations, and families in Mexico gained greater access to clean water.

Also, donations in Ghana help improve healthcare for community and medical assistance in Bolivia decreases infant mortality rates.

Additionally, the Relief Society general presidency invited sisters to a March 16 worldwide Relief Society devotional.

“Children are the Lord’s most precious resource! They are sent to us by God, our Heavenly Father, with a divine mandate to raise them in His love,” wrote President Susan H. Porter.

Additionally, Elder Rasband gives words of encouragement and wisdom to college students, and Sister Browning testifies of the power of prayer through a new hymn.

“Our humanitarian work focuses on helping the most vulnerable, regardless of race, religion or nationality,” said Steve Dobb, emergency response manager in the Philippines.

“Through these temple experiences and others, we are strengthened to achieve our New Year’s resolutions,” taught President Nelson.

The Church also donated various rescue equipment to Davao City and local members participated in a blood drive.