Church Updates Guidelines for New Hymnbook Submissions
May 17, 2019
The Church has offered up some doctrinal guidelines for songwriters to adhere to as they create content.
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First Presidency Reverses Policy that Prohibited Children of Same-Sex Couples from Being Baptized
April 4, 2019
Reversing a major 2015 policy, children of same-sex couples can now be baptized and be blessed.
Kuwait Grants Official Recognition to Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints
April 3, 2019
[dropcap]S[/dropcap]ome might be surprised to learn of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints’ presence in the Middle East, given the social and political
Church to Produce Fewer Styles of Printed Scriptures
March 27, 2019
[dropcap]I[/dropcap]n an attempt to “simplify” the process of printing scriptures, The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints has announced a reduction in the available
You Can Now Receive Reimbursements Electronically
March 18, 2019
Avoid paper and that unnecessary trip to the ATM.
Save the Date! Everyone Is Invited to President Nelson’s 95th Birthday Soiree!
March 14, 2019
A fitting event for a man who acts like he’s not a day over 65.
EP 415 – Catholicism Wow!
March 12, 2019
The Rome Italy Temple is dedicated! All 15 prophets, seers, and revelators were present in Rome! President Nelson met the Pope! Devin Thorpe is here!
President Russell M. Nelson to Dedicate Rome Italy Temple with Entire First Presidency and Quorum of the Twelve Present
March 8, 2019
For the first time outside of the United States, all 15 members of the First Presidency and Quorum of the Twelve Apostles will convene in one place.
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints Drops LDS.org Domain
March 5, 2019
At long last, the day has come. RIP LDS.org – 1998-2019
First Young Single Adult Ward in Asia Organized in Singapore
February 1, 2019
The new year brought new changes to the Church in Singapore with the creation of the first Young Single Adult ward in Asia.
2018: A Latter-day Saint (Once Mormon) Year in Review
December 30, 2018
By all accounts 2018 was a whirlwind of a year for Latter-day Saints. So it’s only fitting to take a look back at the stories and news that shaped our year.
EP 407 – I Would Happily Destroy Her
December 20, 2018
How involved can you be with another religion without crossing the line into official apostasy? Why is Deseret Book dropping “Mormon” titles?
Two-Hour Church Is Here, as Is “Home-Centered Church”
October 6, 2018
The rumors were true. Well, some of them.
The Latest Rumor about a Two-Hour Church Block Will Blow Your Mind
October 2, 2018
With General Conference just around the corner, and coming of the heels of one of the more consequential General Conferences in recent memory, the (formerly)
Barbara Ballard, Wife of President M. Russell Ballard, Passes Away at 86
October 1, 2018
After battling numerous health issues, including Alzheimer’s, Barbara Ballard has died.
Latter-day STET: A Copy Editor’s Thoughts on the Church’s Name Style Suggestions
August 17, 2018
Eschewing the term “Mormonism” in favor of clunkier, if correct, uses will prove difficult for journalists and PR efforts.
The Apostles Are On Instagram – And They Only Follow Each Other
August 15, 2018
In the mysterious world of apostolic social media, the only accounts worth following are those of your buddies.
An Apostle Visits Germany’s Chancellor. You’ll Never Guess Which One It Is!
July 9, 2018
Twelve men are available. Only one can be chosen. Will it be Elder Gong?
Mormon Church Condemns Forced Separation of Families, Calls for Compassion
June 18, 2018
At long last the Church speaks, and its counsel falls in line with the notion of family first.
West Africa Area to Celebrate Major Milestone with Creation of 100th Stake
June 12, 2018
The announcement comes with plans for celebrations throughout the area, underscoring how important Africa has become for future church growth.
Save the Date! Church Announces Celebration Commemorating 1978 Priesthood Revelation
April 11, 2018
A worldwide broadcast will celebrate the 40th anniversary of the revelation opening up priesthood and temple blessings to all worthy men.
LDS Church Removes Home and Visiting Teaching Programs, Replaced with Ministering Program
April 1, 2018
Longtime LDS programs Home Teaching and Visiting Teaching are going out the window in favor of a more nuanced approach.
LDS Church Combines Elders and High Priests Quorums, Other Changes
March 31, 2018
In a landmark move, the high priests group is a thing of the past. Current high priests and elders quorum presidencies will be released.
Gerrit W. Gong and Ulisses Soares Sustained as New Members of the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles
March 31, 2018
General Conference started with a bang, calling the first apostles of Asian and Latin descent.
First Presidency Issues Letter, Updated Guidelines, on Preventing Abuse
March 26, 2018
In the era of abuse by MTC presidents and #MeToo, the First Presidency has encouraged all leadership to refresh their familiarity with the correct protocol for preventing and dealing with abuse.
Mormon Girls Camp Gets a Makeover
March 8, 2018
Changes to the camp manual mean more responsibility for girls, and less focus on dramatic spiritual experiences.
Mormon Church Leader Russell M. Nelson, Alluding to Inadequate Legislation, Says Guns “Go to People Who Shouldn’t Have Them”
February 23, 2018
Speaking directly, the Mormon leader did not make a specific call for certain legislation, but made it clear additional forms of gun control are necessary.
Elder Von G. Keetch Passes Away at Age 57
January 27, 2018
The former litigator was called as a General Authority Seventy in 2015.
Mormon Church Almost Endorses DACA
January 26, 2018
It’s some of the strongest language yet in support of compassionate immigration reform, even if it falls short of a full-throated defense of DACA.
Elder Dieter F. Uchtdorf Receives New Assignments – Lots of Them
January 22, 2018
Lest you think Elder Uchtdorf is getting a well-deserved break after 10 years in the First Presidency, he’ll be kept quite busy in his new roles.
Elder Dieter F. Uchtdorf Responds to Return to the Twelve, Expresses Support for President Nelson
January 17, 2018
If you’re looking for Elder Uchtdorf to voice his displeasure at being removed from the First Presidency, you will be disappointed.
Russell M. Nelson Set Apart as 17th President of LDS Church, Dallin H. Oaks as First Counselor and Henry B. Eyring as Second Counselor
January 16, 2018
In a move not seen since the 1970s, a member of the First Presidency has not been retained in a new administration for reasons other than health.
The Passing of Thomas S. Monson Is a Watershed Moment for Mormon Millennials
January 11, 2018
Many of us of a certain age don’t know a Mormon Church without the presence of Thomas S. Monson or Gordon B. Hinckley. These are unknown waters.
When the Prophet Dies: Reorganizing the First Presidency
January 3, 2018
The passing of President Thomas S. Monson means a reorganization of the First Presidency. What has history taught us and what will happen in the future?
LDS Church President Thomas S. Monson Dies
January 3, 2018
A General Authority since age 36, Thomas S. Monson spent the majority of his life ministering to the one.
Temple Square’s Nauvoo Cafe Gets a Facelift
December 29, 2017
Largely ignored by the press, the Temple Square eatery received a substantial facelift. It also doles out caffeinated soda like it’s no one’s business.
Is Reaching 100 Stakes The New Celebratory Milestone For Church Growth?
November 13, 2017
Very few countries have 100 stakes, but is achieving that even a goal worth considering?
President Thomas S. Monson Will Not Attend General Conference
September 28, 2017
For the first time since 1994, a President of the Church will not be present at any sessions of General Conference.
Temple Predictions – October 2017 General Conference
September 28, 2017
Once more we play our dangerous game. In the April 2017 General Conference we crushed it on temple predictions. Will we repeat?
LDS Church Purchases Book of Mormon Printer’s Manuscript for $35 Million
September 21, 2017
The LDS Church now holds the earliest copies of manuscripts used for the translation and printing of the Book of Mormon.