News Releases

Elder Bednar Welcomes Bahrain Ambassador to Utah

Elder David A. Bednar of the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints welcomed the Bahrain Ambassador to the United States to Church headquarters in Salt Lake City on Thursday, February 12, 2025.

Elder Gilbert Meets with the Media 

Elder Clark G. Gilbert Is Called to the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles

Elder Clark G. Gilbert is the newest member of the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. 

‘The Great University of the Lord’: President Oaks’ Vision Enshrined at BYU

At a special presentation following his devotional address at BYU, a plaque was unveiled honoring President Dallin H. Oaks of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.

Church Gifts Generator to Help Power Guatemala's Largest Hospital

Elder Gregorio Casillas, a member of the Central America Area Presidency of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, formally presented an industrial generator for San Juan de Dios General Hospital to Guatemalan President Bernardo Arévalo. The ceremony took place Monday, February 2, 2026, at the National Palace of Culture...

President Dallin H. Oaks Shares Four Ways to Come Closer to Jesus Christ

In a speech at Brigham Young University (BYU) — his first public address as President of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints — Dallin H. Oaks shared four ways to come closer to Jesus Christ.

Chile, Peru Officials Visit Church Leaders to Promote Religious Freedom

Government authorities in both Chile and Peru recently met with leaders of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, highlighting ongoing collaboration on humanitarian initiatives and promoting religious freedom and interfaith dialogue.

The Latest Temple News from the Church of Jesus Christ

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

Location Announced for the Norfolk Virginia Temple 

The First Presidency of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints has announced the location of the Norfolk Virginia Temple. An exterior rendering has also been provided.

Liberia Chapter of the J. Reuben Clark Law Society Inducts First Leadership

From Africa Newsroom On January 23, 2026, the Liberian legal community celebrated a milestone event as the J. Reuben Clark Law Society (JRCLS) officially inducted the inaugural leadership of its Liberia Chapter under the theme “Faith, Integrity, and Service: Advancing Ethical Leadership in the Legal Profession.”