NEWS
Church of Jesus Christ Acquires Sacred Sites and Historical Documents
Responsibility and ownership for a number of historical documents and sacred sites, including the Kirtland Temple, has been transferred from the Community of Christ to the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.
Introducing the New Youth Theme for 2024 “I am a Disciple of Jesus Christ”
The 2024 Youth theme “I am a Disciple of Jesus Christ” (3 Nephi 5:13) can be used as a topic for youth sacrament meeting talks and to provide focus for youth activities, including camps, youth conferences and devotionals. Click here to learn more (outside source). Logo and theme song available here.
Elder Patrick Kearon Called to the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles
Elder Patrick Kearon is the newest member of the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. To learn more about him and to hear Elder Kearon describe how he feels about his new responsibility, click here (outside source).
President M. Russel Ballard Dies at 95
Prophet praises him as a man of conversion, commitment and consecration. Read more (outside source).
Church Breaks Ground on the Fort Worth Temple
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints begins work on its sixth temple in Texas, with two more announced for the Lone Star State. Read more (outside source).
By JANENE NIELSEN
Light the World, Visit a Giving Machine this Season
Light the World is the global Christmas initiative of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Its purpose is to encourage people in our communities to show love to others. This season, Light the World Giving Machines will be temporarily installed in local Texas communities to provide such an opportunity. Read more.
By ANDRES AYALA
Groundbreaking Date Set for the Fort Worth Texas Temple
To read the announcement, click here.
Renaming of Family History Centers
On January 10, an official letter was sent from the Temple and Family History Executive Council of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints to leaders and General Authorities of the Church informing them of a name change to its Family History Centers worldwide to “FamilySearch Center.” Read more.
Location of the Fort Worth Temple Announced
On October 31st 2022, The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints announced the location of a new temple to be built in the Forth Worth Area. Read more.
How the Church is Helping Refugees in Europe
From the earliest hours, the Church began contacting friends and collaborating organizations in the region to assess needs and purchase food and other necessities. Read more.
Additional Temple Sessions Now Available
In a letter sent from the Dallas Temple Presidency, members of the Church learn additional temple sessions are now available, along with a reminder why wearing masks will continue to be required. Read more.
First Presidency Statement on Armed Conflict
First Presidency of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints issues a statement on armed conflict. Read more.