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Elder Bangerter sees ‘bonds of friendship’ during Philippines’ Week of Prayer for Christian Unity

By Christine Rappleye

25 Jan 2022

“The Savior’s prayerful pleading for unity became the hallmark of his intercessory prayer, and therefore, should be at the heart of our lives," Elder Steven R. Bangerter said.

Church temporarily moves missionaries out of Ukraine due to political, military tensions

By Scott Taylor

24 Jan 2022

Missionaries are being reassigned to missions in Europe; a few close to finishing their service will be released and return home.

3 ways Latter-day Saints in England are serving refugees

By Mary Richards

23 Jan 2022

Church members throughout England planned events and found other ways to help refugees in their area.

Church presents formal position on religious freedom in meeting with Peru’s president

By Sydney Walker

21 Jan 2022

The vice president of the Interreligious Council — a Latter-day Saint — delivered a speech on religious freedom to the president of Peru.

Inside the first 18 months of the new mission in Ethiopia: Pandemic, civil unrest and lots of miracles

By Scott Taylor

20 Jan 2022

Overseeing a new mission has been anything but ordinary and routine for President and Sister Dudfield of the Ethiopia Addis Ababa Mission.

Church releases ‘Muslims and Latter-day Saints: Beliefs, Values, and Lifestyles’ to enhance understanding between 2 faiths

By Scott Taylor

20 Jan 2022

Elder Bednar and Elder Gong previewed the new 35-page pamphlet in October and speak of the two faiths in an accompanying video.

Elder De Feo participates in Conference on the Future of Europe session

By Scott Taylor

20 Jan 2022

The Church's Europe Area president spoke on issues such as climate and migration in a discussion sponsored by the European Commission.

Church to send clean water, masks and satellite phones to Tonga following volcano eruption, tsunami

By Rachel Sterzer Gibson

19 Jan 2022

“With our combined faith and prayers, we will work our way through this issue and enjoy a bright future,” said Elder Ian S. Ardern, Pacific Area president.

Argentine singer and actor Diego Torres to speak at RootsTech 2022

By Sydney Walker

19 Jan 2022

Get to know Diego Torres, a singer and actor from Argentina who will share his story during a keynote address at RootsTech 2022 in March.

14 photos of what Latter-day Saint Charities is doing to help Palestinians in Jordan

By Sydney Walker

16 Jan 2022

See photos of Latter-day Saint Charities' collaboration with Medical Aid for Palestinians in Talbieh, Jordan.

Actor Matthew Modine to speak at RootsTech 2022

By Sydney Walker

12 Jan 2022

Get to know Matthew Modine, an award-winning actor who will share his story during a keynote address at RootsTech 2022 in March.

Elder Uchtdorf answers 3 questions about seeking Heavenly Father’s help

By Christine Rappleye

9 Jan 2022

In a devotional for young adults in the Asia, Asia North, Philippines and Pacific areas, Elder Uchtdorf answers three questions about seeking help from Heavenly Father.

French baker Apollonia Poilâne to speak at RootsTech 2022

By Sydney Walker

7 Jan 2022

Get to know Apollonia Poilâne, who runs a world-renowned bakery in Paris and will be speaking at RootsTech 2022 in March.

How converted sewing machines changed lives in Guyana

By Mary Richards

7 Jan 2022

Women and refugees in Guyana were hand-sewing face masks, until Latter-day Saint Charities and Sew Much Hope found a solution.

Timeline: How the Church has responded to the COVID-19 pandemic

By Sydney Walker

6 Jan 2022

Take a look at how The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints has responded to the COVID-19 pandemic since January 2020.

How to subscribe to the Church News in print and online

By Valerie Walton

2 Jan 2022

Here are all the ways you can keep up-to-date with the Church News in print, on the computer and on mobile.

Africa South Area presidency offers condolences on passing of Desmond Tutu, who leaves ‘an indelible legacy’

By Scott Taylor

31 Dec 2021

South African archbishop honored for lifelong service and work "in promoting peace, reconciliation and human rights."

Missionary work in 2021: Spotlight on hybrid training, reopened MTCs

By Scott Taylor

24 Dec 2021

All 10 MTCs reopened in 2021, and the new phased training combined a third in "home MTC" and two-thirds on-site at an MTC.

Missionary from DR Congo passes away in Cote d’Ivoire mission

By Scott Taylor

23 Dec 2021

The elder passed away unexpectedly Dec. 19; preliminary reports suggested it is the result of an undiagnosed medical condition.

Latest Japanese triple combination edition updates footnotes, study helps and headings

By Christine Rappleye

21 Dec 2021

Previously, the most recent revisions to the Japanese scriptures were in 1995.

As a ‘present witness,’ President Oaks testifies of Christ during ‘Witnesses of Christmas’ concert in Europe

By Scott Taylor

20 Dec 2021

President Dallin H. Oaks testified of the Savior during Sunday's "Witnesses of Christmas" concert, originated from the Rome Italy Temple Visitors’ Center and the historic Church of Our Lady in Copenhagen, Denmark.

50-plus Church meetinghouses open as shelters in Philippines after homes damaged, power knocked out by Typhoon Rai

By Christine Rappleye

20 Dec 2021

Two Church members in Calape, in the Bohol province, died after a tree fell on their home. Many families have lost their homes.

Typhoon Rai evacuees shelter in Church meetinghouse as storm hits Philippines

By Christine Rappleye

16 Dec 2021

The more than 130 people at the Tacloban meetinghouse were invited to watch a Christmas video about the Nativity and missionaries shared a musical presentation.

Which countries have the largest percentages of their populations as Latter-day Saints?

By David Schneider

16 Dec 2021

Tonga has the highest percentage of Church members among nations and territories, followed by Samoa, American Samoa and Kiribati.

Tonga’s first YSA ward is organized

By Megan McKellar

14 Dec 2021

“It is such a beautiful and historic thing to be part of and I can’t wait to enjoy this ward together with my fellow YSAs,” member Eric Tautua’a said.