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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.


“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.

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.