News Releases

Taking the Long View: Latter-day Saints Continue to Help Brazil Flood Victims

Leaders and members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints continue to minister to the many souls affected by flooding in Brazil’s Rio Grande do Sul.

News for Temples in Brazil and Guatemala

The Ribeirão Prêto Brazil Temple groundbreaking date is announced, and renderings of Maceió Brazil and Huehuetenango Guatemala temples are released.

Latter-day Saint Youth Assemble New Beds at Las Vegas Rescue Mission

Latter-day Saint teenagers came together on Saturday, May 11, 2024, to assemble new beds for the Las Vegas Rescue Mission (LVRM) in downtown Las Vegas.

Canadian Youth Participate in Global Youth Service Month

From Canada Newsroom Canadian youth, including many from The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, celebrated Global Youth Service Month, April 12 to May 12, 2024, by volunteering in their communities. This is the 36th year of the worldwide event, with youth from more than 100 countries participating.

The Latest Temple News from the Church of Jesus Christ

This page provides a summary of recent news about the many houses of the Lord being built around the world by The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.

Church Leaders Assess Success of the Succeed in School Program in Sierra Leone

From Ghana Newsroom John D. Wilson and Kelley Mackay-Shane from the Church of Jesus Christ met with local leaders in Freetown, Sierra Leone, to discuss the progress of the Succeed in School (SIS) Program. They visited SIS classes and emphasized the importance of education for God’s children.

Influence of Women Is ‘Remarkable,’ Says President Nelson on Mother’s Day

On this Mother’s Day, President Russell M. Nelson, President of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, called women’s actions “heroic,” and their influence “remarkable.”

Answering the Call: Two Years Since the Prophet Invited Young and Old to Serve Missions for Christ

Two years ago, Church President and Prophet Russell M. Nelson reaffirmed the importance of sharing the message of the restored gospel of Jesus Christ with the world. The response to that call has been positive and significant.

Church of Jesus Christ Responds to Major Flooding in Rio Grande Do Sul, Brazil

The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints has assembled staff and resources to assist those affected by the floods in Brazil’s southern state of Rio Grande do Sul, according to the Brazil Area Presidency. Some 200,000 people have been forced out of their homes, with at least 90 people dead and more than 130 missing.

Building Bridges: Latter-day Saints Visit State Legislatures Across the Southeast US

Leaders and members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints visited with elected officials during legislative sessions in nine states. Government leaders learned about the humanitarian mission of the Church and celebrated religious freedom.