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Leah Haynes
Leah Haynes

Leah Haynes is an intern for the Church News. She currently studies at the Walter Cronkite School of Journalism at Arizona State University. Previously, she was a beat writer for Casteel High School Athletics. Leah served as a full-time missionary in the Uruguay Montevideo West Mission.


“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.

Church leaders shared messages of light and love on social media in the spirit of Christmas.

The Manila community celebrated Jesus Christ’s birth with choirs, speakers and a countdown to the temple light opening.

Jackson Willis, his mother and friends and neighbors in Mesa, Arizona, packaged lunches for the homeless in an effort to strive to be more like Jesus Christ.

Also, President Holland studies in John 1, Elder Soares teaches how Jesus Christ is the light of the world, and Brother Wilcox shares his experience participating in Giving Machines in the Philippines.

The Church donated 300 food packages to the National Emergency Commission of Costa Rica, and volunteers were vital in packaging and shipping the donations

Through various donations of money, time and resources, Church leaders remind members and neighbors in Peru of the Savior’s love for them.

Additionally, President Holland invited the world to study in Psalms alongside him and Elder Kearon described his experience dedicating the Tallahassee Florida Temple.

The Church donated 450 wheelchairs for the disabled, 216,000 glasses for those with sight impairment, 12 medical posts and firefighting equipment.

Church leaders share social media posts with the world highlighting the Church’s Light the World initiative: Be someone’s angel.

Light the World Giving Machines are opened in Guatemala and Honduras, brining the true spirit of Christmas to more people globally.

“It was a way to let members express their love and faith in our Savior Jesus Christ, to allow us to focus on the true meaning of Christmas,” said Steve Pace, the local Church member who started the event.

Eleven different congregations, including The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, participated in the walk.

Additionally, Elder Quentin L. Cook reflected on his personal sentiments from dedicating the Casper Wyoming Temple.

“This shows the tremendous positive impact we can make when we work together,” says Aaron Magee, Global Preservation Initiative Founder.

Elder Dieter F. Uchtdorf and President Camille N. Johnson celebrated #LightTheWorld Giving Machines opening around the world. Also, President Jeffrey R. Holland taught how heartache and trial bring Saints closer to Christ.

From Illinois to Italy, members of the Relief Society are donating time, talent and efforts in order to serve others in meaningful and impactful ways.

Also this week, President Jeffrey R. Holland ministered in the Caribbean, Elder Dieter F. Uchtdorf studied in the Book of Mormon with members, and Elder D. Todd Christofferson attended the “Luz de las Naciones” celebration.

“Each person gets to know for themselves that the Book of Mormon is another testament of Jesus Christ,” said Jeff Sheets, creator of the experiment.

Lesson resources on Elder D. Martin Goury’s October 2024 general conference message to prepare for elders quorum or Relief Society.

Born Nov. 13, 1952, Elder Dale G. Renlund has served as an Apostle since 2015.

Young men and young women in South Korea, Mexico, Bolivia and Ecuador gathered in their local communities to foster a personal relationship with Jesus Christ.

Also, Elder David A. Bednar teaches about technology use and President Susan H. Porter and Sister J. Anette Dennis are ministering in Peru.

Missionaries on Parama Island, along with residents and local members, walked two kilometers to and from supply boats to bring supplies ashore.

Born Nov. 6, 1940, Elder Dieter F. Uchtdorf has been an Apostle since 2004.

Additionally, the Todu Guam Foundation received two van donations from the Church in order to better serve its community.