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Sarah Jane Weaver

Sarah Jane Weaver is the executive editor of the Church News. Since 1995 she has covered, among other things, the Church’s welfare services, Church Education and social issues impacting Latter-day Saints. Her favorite assignments include reporting on temple dedications and writing about members around the world. Sarah graduated from BYU with a degree in journalism and history and served as editor in chief of the BYU student newspaper, the Daily Universe. Before joining the Deseret News staff, she completed a Pulliam Fellowship at the Arizona Republic in Phoenix, Ariz.

Elder David A. Bednar gives a hand heart to Snow College students after a devotional in Ephraim.
Leaders & Ministry
Press forward with faith, Elder and Sister Bednar tell Snow College students in Ephraim
Elder David A. Bednar asked students if they appreciate the “remarkable and marvelous season” in which they live.
President Henry B. Eyring and Sister Kathleen Johnson Eyring.
Leaders & Ministry
Video: A memorial tribute to Kathleen Johnson Eyring, who spent her life serving others and strengthening her family
This Church News video features President Henry B. Eyring talking about his wife and her final years.
The thumbnail for the latest Church News video, an aerial shot of the Missionary Training Center and surroundings in Provo, Utah, with the caption “Future Missionaries.”
Leaders & Ministry
Video: What Church leaders hope for the next generation of missionaries
This generation of missionaries will be more successful than any generation in leading others to Jesus Christ, says Elder Christofferson.
Elder Dieter F. Uchtdorf of the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles, in white, and Sister Harriet Uchtdorf, left, talk with Gabrielle and Christylee Jara and their children — Gabrielle, 10, Sarai, and Jasmine — prior to the the McAllen Texas Temple’s dedication on Sunday, Oct. 8, 2023.
Temples
McAllen Texas Temple dedication bridges borders, Elder Uchtdorf says
In the U.S.-Mexico border town where families are sometimes divided by literal and figurative walls, the temple represents peace and unity.
A painting of Joseph Smith and his father, mother and brothers and sisters.
History Revisited
Video: How Joseph Smith’s family was ‘A Family of Faith’
When angel Moroni appeared to Joseph Smith — 200 years ago — it became “a family experience,” historians share in this Church News video “A Family of Faith.”
President Russell M. Nelson addresses members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints during October 2023 general conference.
Podcast
Episode 156: October 2023 general conference — Leaders emphasize covenant keeping and invite all to ‘think celestial’
Church News podcast features October 2023 general conference speakers, temple announcements.
President M. Russell Ballard, Acting President of the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles, speaks during the Sunday morning session.
General Conference
President M. Russell Ballard: ‘The Prophet Joseph Smith’
“My message this morning is simple. It is deep. And it is full of love for the Prophet Joseph Smith,” said President M. Russell Ballad.
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Living Faith
Sarah Jane Weaver: My journey to understand why ‘prophets face lions’
After learning of President Nelson’s recent fall, Church News executive editor reflects on the lessons she learned from President Monson.
President Russell M. Nelson sits with his counselors, President Dallin H. Oaks and President Henry B. Eyring, during his 99th birthday party at the Church Administration Building on Friday, Sept. 8, 2023.
Leaders & Ministry
After recent fall, President Russell M. Nelson to participate in general conference remotely
“I pray that each of us, wherever we may be, will approach this sacred weekend with our hearts full of gratitude,” writes President Russell M. Nelson.
An aerial shot of Bronco Mendenhall’s farm in Bigfork, Montana.
Members
Video: How Bronco Mendenhall would help his football players find answers to questions
Former coach Bronco Mendenhall says in this Church News video titled “Disciple of Christ” that learning to find answers to your questions may be as important as learning to play football.
BYU President C. Shane Reese joins the Church News podcast.
Podcast
Episode 155: Getting to know President C. Shane Reese, the new president of Brigham Young University
The Church News podcast features an interview with President C. Shane Reese on his feelings for BYU, his career and history, and his passion for statistics and Church education.
President Russell M. Nelson departs after speaking at the 2023 Seminar for New Mission Leaders at the Provo MTC.
Leaders & Ministry
Leaders of the Church teach from ‘Preach My Gospel’ during 2023 mission leadership seminar
Second edition of “Preach My Gospel” is an enhanced resource to all members and missionaries in sharing the restored gospel of Jesus Christ.
President Russell M. Nelson and Elder Gary E. Stevenson speak during a news conference in Chile.
Living Faith
Sarah Jane Weaver: How President Nelson’s invitation to ‘eat your vitamin pills, get some rest’ is needed now
Recent events in the Church of Jesus Christ reflect President Russell M. Nelson’s words about the increasing reach and influence of the Church and its members.
Stained glass window depicts the First Vision with the title “Ongoing Restoration” in the bottom left corner.
History Revisited
Video: Church historians on the ‘Ongoing Restoration’ and mark 200th anniversary of angel Moroni appearing to Joseph Smith
Since the angel Moroni appeared to Joseph Smith 200 years ago and shared about the Book of Mormon, the Restoration of the gospel has been ongoing, historians say in Church News video “Ongoing Restoration.”
Elder Kyle S. McKay, a General Authority Seventy and Church historian and recorder, joins the Church News podcast to speak about the 200th anniversary of the Moroni’s first four appearances to Joseph and the coming forth of the Book of Mormon.
Podcast
Episode 154: Church historians on 200th anniversary of angel Moroni’s first visits to Joseph Smith and coming forth of the Book of Mormon
The Church News podcast features Church Historian and Recorder, Elder Kyle S. McKay, and Keith A. Erekson of the Church History Department.
Elder D. Todd Christofferson greets members after a Spanish-language devotional originating in Mexico City.
Leaders & Ministry
Church leaders emphasize education during historic Spanish-language devotional originating from Mexico City
Education has always been a fundamental belief of the gospel of Jesus Christ, explained Elder Christofferson, Elder Rasband and President Johnson in Latin American devotional.
President Russell M. Nelson, during his career as a heart surgeon, explains a surgical procedure to a nurse.
Living Faith
Sarah Jane Weaver: How President Nelson’s invitations to forgive are good for our hearts — both spiritually and physically
Research shows people who struggle with being unforgiving have a “25% to 50% increased risk of also having had some sort of cardiovascular health problem.”
A person in a red hoodie looks at the Christus statue. The words “Partnering With the Savior” are written across the bottom.
Leaders & Ministry
Video: Sister Dennis on learning about ‘Partnering with the Savior’
As Sister J. Anette Dennis reflects on her life, she can see the Savior’s watchful care and influence, the counselor in the Relief Society general presidency says in the Church News video “Partnering with the Savior.”
Bronco Mendenhall rides his horse at his ranch in Bigfork, Montana.
Members
Bronco Mendenhall talks about leaving UVA and how his faith continues to direct his life
“There’s not a decision that I make or that we make that doesn’t start with our beliefs,” said Bronco Mendenhall.
Survivors of the Maui wildfires and those who provided relief joined the Church News podcast Sept. 12, 2023.
Podcast
Episode 153: Seeking and giving spiritual solace amid the Maui wildfires, with Church News reporter Mary Richards
Church News reporter Mary Richards reports on the Maui wildfires, sharing the experiences of local leaders and members in their own words.
President Russell M. Nelson, celebrating his 99th birthday on Sept. 9, 2023, poses with birthday cards.
Leaders & Ministry
How President Russell M. Nelson celebrated his 99th birthday
See photographs of Church President Russell M. Nelson marking his landmark 99th birthday at the Church Administration Building.
Loren L. Toussaint, a professor of psychology at Luther College, joins the Church News podcast to talk about the health benefits and blessings of forgiveness.
Podcast
Episode 152: Forgiveness expert Loren L. Toussaint on the health benefits of forgiving
Luther College professor Loren L. Toussaint shares the health benefits of answering President Russell M. Nelson’s call to forgive.
A copy of the second edition of the “Preach My Gospel” manual on a table.
Leaders & Ministry
Daily videos: Senior leaders share important lessons from the revised ‘Preach My Gospel’
Members of the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles and Missionary Executive Council speak on each chapter of the second edition of “Preach My Gospel” in these daily videos.
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Members
Video: How Bronco and Holly Mendenhall’s testimony and beliefs define their decisions
New Church News video “Child of God” features former BYU and UVA head football coach Bronco Mendenhall and his wife, Holly, sharing the things that are most important to them.
President Russell M. Nelson, Sister Wendy W. Nelson, and Elder Dale G. Renlund participate in a meeting marking the donation of President Nelson’s patient operative records to the University of Utah.
Leaders & Ministry
President Nelson donates his medical journals to the University of Utah
The records are the “tangible tracks” of his surgical career, said President Nelson during a special meeting in the Church Administration Building.
Bronco Mendenhall, former University of Virginia head football coach, joined the Church News podcast in August 2023 to talk about faith, family and football.
Podcast
Episode 151: Coach Bronco Mendenhall and his wife, Holly Mendenhall, talk about family, faith and football with guest host Sheri Dew
During a recent visit to their home in Montana, Sheri Dew asked Bronco and Holly Mendenhall the questions “we all wish we could ask them.”
A video screenshot of the Provo Utah Temple.
Leaders & Ministry
Video: 5 Apostles on how serving a mission influenced their lives
This Church News video titled “My Mission Influence” features Elder Jeffrey R. Holland, Elder David A. Bednar, Elder Neil L. Andersen, Elder Gary E. Stevenson and Elder Dale G. Renlund speaking about drawing closer to Jesus Christ as full-time missionaries.
Gail Miller, owner of the Larry H. Miller Company, joined the Church News podcast this week.
Podcast
Episode 150: Gail Miller on helping millions to ‘Know Brother Joseph Again’
Gail Miller, owner of the Larry H. Miller Company, joins the Church News podcast to talk about her family’s philanthropy, her testimony of Jesus Christ and what she has learned by studying the life of Joseph Smith
Kenneth Rooks crosses the finish line with his hands up and with the finish line ribbon his waist and streaming behind him.
Podcast
Episode 149: BYU runner Kenneth Rooks on winning the USA Outdoor Track and Field Championships in steeplechase after falling — and getting up
Kenneth Rooks joins the Church News podcast to talk about overcoming hurdles and how his belief in Jesus Christ has blessed his life.
Elder Alexander Dushku has been called as a General Authority Seventy.
Leaders & Ministry
First Presidency calls Alexander Dushku to serve as a General Authority Seventy
The new leader will be sustained during October 2023 general conference.