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Rachel Sterzer Gibson
Rachel Sterzer Gibson

Rachel is a reporter for the Church News, sharing stories intended to inspire, enlighten and build faith.


During a devotional at BYU, Sister Wright shared four spiritual anchors learned through the apostle Paul’s deliverance from a dangerous sea voyage.

Leading up to the rival football game, the BYU and University of Utah presidents encouraged fans to be respectful and participate in a food drive for hungry Utah families.

During a BYU forum, Dallas Jenkins shared how failure fueled him to create the TV series, "The Chosen," and influenced his spiritual journey.

The new facility is part of the Campus of Hope, a shelter for victims of abuse and neglect.

While commending students for their efforts, President Lund said he wished to address a topic even more important than education — “which is saying a lot.”

"Our enrollment growth is not just about attracting new students, but also about retaining and supporting our existing ones," Guy Hollingsworth, Ensign College’s vice president of college and student services, said of enrollment increase.

"You cannot put your testimony on the shelf during your college years," Elder Rasband said.

"The exciting growth is a product of an increased understanding across the Church of how remarkable a BYU–Idaho education is," said BYU–Idaho President Alvin F. Meredith III.

The new dean "has lived a life of service and quiet devotion to the true master healer, Jesus Christ," said BYU President C. Shane Reese.

During the October 2024 general conference, Church leaders, including President Holland, Elder Bednar, Elder Christofferson and Elder Soares, warned Latter-day Saints to beware pride and rebellion.

“The sacred scriptures and living prophets are a major way a loving Heavenly Father makes His plan of happiness available to all His children,” said Elder Quentin L. Cook.

President Eyring bore testimony of the sacred work of teaching Heavenly Father’s children the simple doctrine of Jesus Christ.

“As we teach these principles to those we love, the Holy Ghost will help us to know the truth,” said President Henry B. Eyring.

“Burying our weapons of rebellion leads to a unique joy,” said Elder D. Todd Christofferson.

“I promise you that as you trust in the Lord, His peace will come,” said Elder Neil L. Andersen.

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These devotionals testify "of a close, aware and loving Father in Heaven that wants us to stay connected with Him."

This year marks the 100th anniversary of broadcasting the Church’s general conference on radio, the 75th on television and the 25th of live broadcast via the internet.

The Deseret Peak Utah Temple, located in the Tooele Valley west of Salt Lake City, begins its open-house period prior to its Nov. 10 dedication.

"I know the joy that comes from conforming my will to His will," Elder Workman said of his Church service.

During a BYU–Idaho devotional, Elder Bangerter taught that confidence is a Christlike attribute God will bestow "as you look outside yourself and strive to lift the lives of others around you."

"Coming to know Jesus Christ is the most important thing we can do in this life," said BYU–Pathway President Brian K. Ashton during the opening devotional for fall semester.

Through small and simple acts of kindness and love, individuals become "flecks of gold to an often-troubled world," Elder Patrick Kearon taught during a BYU devotional.

"Wilt Thou accept this holy house as the gift of our hearts and hands," Elder Dieter F. Uchtdorf said in the prayer to dedicate the new Pittsburgh temple.

The Pacific Area presidency expressed "sincere aroha and great respect" for Kīngi Tūheitia Pōtatau Te Wherowhero VII, the Maori king in New Zealand who died Aug. 29, 2024, at age 69.

"As disciples of Jesus Christ, we believe BYU’s medical school is another way to lift God’s children," BYU President C. Shane Reese wrote in a letter on Sept. 5.

Online institute will soon be providing all of BYU–Pathway Worldwide’s religion courses. Here’s how that’s a good thing for students and beyond.

"These are boxes of love, and many lives will change because of this donation to the Saints in Papua New Guinea," said Elder Taniela B. Wakolo of the Pacific Area presidency.

More than 16,000 attended this year’s event, from countries as far away as Australia, Taiwan and the United Arab Emirates.

Although many messages are geared toward students, Latter-day Saints throughout the Church are invited to participate in devotionals, most of which are available online.