Coronavirus

From ‘playing’ the couch to the Tabernacle organ, Andrew Unsworth is living his dream
By Eliza Smith-Driggs
He was 17 years old when he first sat on the Tabernacle organ bench. Now one of the five Tabernacle organists, Andrew Unsworth is excited to start up virtual organ recitals after the COVID-19 recital hiatus.
Tabernacle Choir announces rescheduled 2021 tour dates for its European tour
By Eliza Smith-Driggs
The Tabernacle Choir and Orchestra at Temple Square announced the new dates for their 2021 European tour. Originally planned for 2020, the tour was postponed due to COVID-19 limitations.
How Elder Holland’s view of himself and others has changed during the COVID-19 crisis
By Sydney Walker
In an interview with the Elijah Interfaith Institute in Jerusalem, Elder Jeffrey R. Holland said he is determined to return to public service after pandemic restrictions end with a renewed focus on individuals and their needs.
Latest temple updates: 4 more temples added to limited-reopening list; 93 now in Phase 1
By Scott Taylor
Four temples — in Australia, France, Samoa and the Dominican Republic — were announced for Phase 1 reopening on June 22, bringing the total of temples worldwide to 93
What members of the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles say about the implications of COVID-19
By Sarah Jane Weaver
During the past three months when COVID-19 travel restrictions have prevented Church leaders from going “into all the world,” they have continued to “send” their message.
Glimpses of hope sustain Latter-day Saints in COVID-19 hotspots of Navajo Nation, NYC
By Jason Swensen
Latter-day Saints in the United States' two most heavily virus-impacted regions are still unable to worship in traditional gatherings and continue to rely on technology.
How Brazil became a ‘pioneer’ for FamilySearch live social media events
By Sydney Walker
Brazil’s pioneering role in live social media events can be credited to support from local Church leaders and members, a unique demographic with a rising interest in family history, and a localized marketing strategy.
First Presidency announces October 2020 general conference to be broadcast but closed again to public
By Scott Taylor
Due to health concerns and restrictions of the ongoing COVID-19 global pandemic, October 2020 general conference will be broadcast but closed to the public.
‘Helping Hands’ volunteers from 6 states offer help after Michigan flooding
By Eliza Smith-Driggs
Helping Hands volunteers came from 175 cities across six states to offer help and relief to Midland, Michigan, residents after a historic flood devastated their homes on May 19.
‘Survive, strive and thrive’: How missions in Europe are working — and succeeding — during the COVID-19 pandemic
By Scott Taylor
Despite being in isolation for months now, missionaries in Europe are not simply waiting out the pandemic. Here's a look at how they are using technology to increase finding and teaching efforts.
How youth worldwide are gathering virtually during the COVID-19 pandemic
By Sydney Walker
Though youth and Primary children haven’t been able to physically meet for a few months due to COVID-19 concerns, many have found creative ways to gather virtually. Here’s a glimpse of what some stakes and wards have been doing around the world.