Church News
Experience behind-the-scenes stories and interviews relating to The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Join Sarah Jane Weaver as she interviews Church leaders, members who are making a difference and writers from the Church News team.
Elder Kevin S. Hamilton and Steve Rockwood on 130 years of FamilySearch
Church History Department’s Scott Hales and James Perry on ‘Saints, Vol. 4’
The miracle of Christ-centered disaster relief with Elder Quinn S. Millington
Deseret News’ Dick Harmon and Lee Benson on the lasting legacy of BYU football's 1984 season
BYU’s Justin Dyer on mental health and the positive impact of temple attendance
An artful testimony at the Church History Museum’s 200 years of Latter-day Saint art exhibit
October 2024 general conference— President Nelson calls upon Latter-day Saints to prepare for the Second Coming of Jesus Christ
The new voice of the Tabernacle Choir, Derrick Porter, on the program's goal to deliver peace, hope, and joy
Boyd Matheson on the gospel principles of civil, peaceful, political engagement
President Russell M. Nelson’s family, friends, and fellow leaders celebrate his century of service and dedication to Jesus Christ in special event
Celebrating President Nelson’s century of service ahead of his birthday
President Jeffrey R. Holland on the gospel of Jesus Christ and life’s challenges, with guest host Sheri Dew
Insights on President Russell M. Nelson's historic tenure with former Church Historian Richard E. Turley Jr.
The educational and spiritual growth of BYU–Pathway Worldwide with President Brian K. Ashton and Matt Eyring
The Other Side Academy’s Joseph Grenny on the power and positive influence of truth and covenants
Sarah Jane Weaver on the sacred responsibility of working to create a ‘living record of the Restoration’
University of Utah President Taylor Randall on the value of higher education
The unifying power of Church Correlation with Clyde Williams
Finnish member Mia Kemppaala on the power of personal revelation
‘Invite others to come unto Christ’: Excerpts from the 2024 Seminar for New Mission Leaders
‘Book of Mormon Videos’ producers on making the series and the truths found in sacred scripture
The Relief Society general presidency on the blessings of the expanded global initiative for women and children
The retiring conductor of the Bells at Temple Square on the importance of music in worship and daily life
Lloyd and Karmel Newell on their service with the Tabernacle Choir and their future as mission leaders
Elder D. Todd Christofferson reflects on his own mission to Argentina and on returning to South America to dedicate the Salta Argentina Temple
As Church releases 13 new hymns, leaders discuss ongoing hymnbook project and sacred music
Salt Lake Temple renovation update with Brent Roberts and Andy Kirby
Deseret News opinion editor Jay Evensen on forgiveness and peacemaking
Olympic hopeful runner Courtney Wayment on ‘belief, resilience, faith and hope’
Getting to know the new General Authority Seventies through their own words and testimonies
President and Sister Oaks on the blessing of returning to the Philippines and the Urdaneta Temple dedication
Church News editor Ryan Jensen on finding purpose in gospel principles amid life’s ups and downs
April 2024 general conference — leaders emphasize the importance of temples, covenants and joy
The Tabernacle Choir brings musical ‘Hope’ to the Philippines as it continues its world tour
BYU–Hawaii and the Polynesian Cultural Center: Teaching and sharing the 'aloha spirit' and love of Christ
BYU–Hawaii President John S.K. Kauwe III on the spiritual and intellectual mission of the university
Church historians reflect on the spiritual significance of the historic Kirtland Temple, other sites, artifacts
Relief Society general presidency celebrates the 182nd anniversary of the organization
The Rev. Que English on the power of and need for interfaith efforts
Elder Clark G. Gilbert on the expansive Church Educational System and the power of involving the Lord in learning
Church News reporter Christine Rappleye on continual service and the covenant path
RootsTech 2024 theme 'Remember' reaches across nationalities, religions and generations
BYU coach Jennifer Rockwood on the mantle of a BYU athlete and the remarkable 2023 women’s soccer season, with Sheri Dew as guest host
The ever-expanding BYU Speeches collection with curator Charles Cranney
The 2024 youth theme with President Steven J. Lund and President Emily Belle Freeman on becoming active disciples of Christ
The Sunday School general presidency on personal conversion, the 2024 ‘Come, Follow Me’ curriculum and the Book of Mormon
Elder Dale G. Renlund on his testimony of the Book of Mormon and the Church’s distribution of 200 million copies of the sacred text
Recounting significant Latter-day Saint news of 2023 with Deseret News editors Doug Wilks and Hal Boyd
FamilySearch’s Dan Call on honoring family history and traditions in the Christmas season
Tabernacle Choir President Mike Leavitt and Director of Member Support Karmel Newell on the future of the choir and the power of music at Christmas
Aaron Sherinian of Deseret Management Corp. on inviting connection around the world and across faiths this holiday season
Historian Matthew C. Godfrey on the ongoing legacy of the St. George Utah Temple
Elder Gary E. Stevenson reflects on the Okinawa Japan Temple — a symbol of peace in a land once defined by war
President M. Russell Ballard, 1928 — 2023: Celebrating his life in his own words
Oxford’s the Rev. Dr. Andrew Teal — Part 2: The reverberations of interfaith friendships with David W. Checketts and Deb Checketts, former London England Mission leaders
Oxford’s Rev. Dr. Andrew Teal — Part 1: Building bridges of interfaith friendship with Elder Matthew S. Holland of the Seventy; with Sheri Dew as guest host
Issac and Rebecca Goeckeritz on dealing with disappointment and utilizing talents to bring people closer to Christ
Ronald K. Esplin, other historians discuss the upcoming Brigham Young Papers Project and the prophet’s life and legacy
Rabbi Joseph Charnes on the power of general conference as a member of a different faith
October 2023 general conference: Leaders emphasize covenant keeping and invite all to ‘think celestial’
Getting to know President C. Shane Reese, the new president of Brigham Young University
Elder Kyle S. McKay and Keith A. Erekson on the 200th anniversary of the angel Moroni's first visits to Joseph Smith and the coming forth of the Book of Mormon
Seeking and giving spiritual solace amid the Maui wildfires, with Church News reporter Mary Richards
Forgiveness expert Dr. Loren Toussaint on the health benefits and blessings of forgiving
Coach Bronco Mendenhall and his wife, Holly Mendenhall, talk about family, faith and football with guest host Sheri Dew
Gail Miller on helping millions to ‘Know Brother Joseph Again,’ through the now completed Joseph Smith Papers Project
BYU runner Kenneth Rooks on winning the USA Outdoor Track and Field Championships in steeplechase after falling — and getting up
New Young Women General President Emily Belle Freeman hopes to create a community of young women who feel connected to the Savior
Messages from the 2023 Seminar for New Mission Leaders, part 2 — the second edition of ‘Preach My Gospel’ is for every member and missionary
Messages from the 2023 Seminar for New Mission Leaders, part 1 — the second edition of ‘Preach My Gospel’ is for every member and missionary
Ellis Ivory, executive director of ‘This Is The Place Heritage Park,’ on history, heritage and faith
Young Women General President Bonnie H. Cordon on the lessons learned while serving Latter-day Saint children, youth
In celebration of United States’ Independence Day, President Dallin H. Oaks and his call to protect religious freedom
Sandy Utah Willow Creek Stake leaders on serving ‘in the world, but not of the world’
The Relief Society general presidency on how ‘Jesus Christ is Relief’
Reporter Rachel Sterzer Gibson on how her experience at the Church News has helped her see the Lord’s hand in her life
‘And the truth shall set you free’: Historians discuss the Mountain Meadows Massacre and its aftermath
In honor of his 90th birthday, President Eyring shares life lessons on service, modern prophets and his testimony of Jesus Christ
The commissioner of Family Services on the importance of mental and emotional health
Prolific songwriter Janice Kapp Perry on sharing her testimony of the Savior through her music
Utah Policy editor Holly Richardson on how her testimony has helped her tackle the unpredictabilities of motherhood
Dean Brigitte C. Madrian of the Marriott School of Business on the positive influence of BYU
Elder David A. Bednar on Latter-day Saint temples and the ‘power of godliness’ that comes through covenants and the ordinances
Church News Spanish translation coordinator Nadia Gavarret on the universal blessings of the gospel of Jesus Christ
10 international singers on performing with The Tabernacle Choir at Temple Square during general conference
April 2023 general conference recap: Leaders invite all to come unto Christ, be peacemakers
General conference special hosted by Mary Richards: How JustServe is blessing the world, one project at a time
‘My soul delighteth in the song of the heart’: Ryan Eggett, a music manager for the Church, on the power of music
The communications director for Mesa Temple Events, Jill Bishop Adair, on their historic Mesa Easter Pageant
Church history specialist Ken Adkins on the Belle Harris Prison Journal and her story of faith amid persecution
Elder Kevin S. Hamilton and FamilySearch CEO Steve Rockwood on how RootsTech 2023 is ‘Uniting’ family history fans worldwide — virtually and in-person
New Deseret News publisher Burke Olsen on why the Church owns a newspaper and its mission to be a voice of ‘light and truth’
What does ‘all in’ gospel living mean to Latter-day Saint Living podcast host Morgan Jones Pearson?
Cotopaxi founders Davis and Asialene Smith on stepping away from their company to serve as mission leaders in Brazil
The Young Women general presidency on how youth are proving they ‘Can Do All Things Through Christ’
Church History Department’s Matt Heiss on collecting, preserving and sharing records
Inside Church Headquarters: The Presiding Bishopric and their role to provide temporal support to the divine mission of the Church
Three of President Russell M. Nelson's children celebrate his 5 years as prophet, offering a glimpse into his role as a father
An interfaith conversation on ‘sharing goodness’ and the Tabernacle Choir, with social media influencers from the Philippines
Deseret News Executive Editor Doug Wilks reflecting on 2022 and on seeking joy through Christ amid trials
A historical visit to Bethlehem at the Savior’s birth, with BYU Professor Dr. Matthew Grey
The Sunday School general presidency on coming closer to Jesus Christ using the 2023 ‘Come, Follow Me’ curriculum on the New Testament
Light the World 2022: A reminder that ‘The World Needs Your Light’ all year
Church News reporter Trent Toone on family, faith and choosing Christ
Discussing the diaries and discourses of Emmeline B. Wells and Eliza R. Snow
The first two women appointed to the Church’s Military Advisory Committee discuss serving Church and country
Deseret News national politics editor on what the American Family Survey reveals about family, marriage
President M. Russell Ballard on how living the gospel requires ‘faith in every footstep,’ with guest host Sheri Dew
Rabbi Meir Soloveichik on connecting to other faiths through scripture and shared principles
The Young Men general presidency on how the new ‘For the Strength of the Youth’ guide helps youth choose Christ
Elder S. Gifford Nielsen on the Black 14, feeding the hungry and healing communities, with guest host Sheri Dew
October 2022 General Conference recap: ‘Overcoming the world through your covenants with God’
Church News chief copy editor David Schneider on coping with trials and change by choosing to focus on miracles
A gospel-centered approach to administering psychological first aid with therapist Kevin Broderick, featuring Mary Richards as guest host
What Church News editor Sarah Jane Weaver knows now after 100 episodes of the Church News Podcast
Elder Ronald A. Rasband and Elder S. Mark Palmer on the growing and influential Church in Africa, with guest host Sheri Dew
Former federal Judge Thomas B. Griffith on the importance of religious liberty and political civility
BYU Education Week administrator Bruce Payne on celebrating a century of spiritual and academic learning
The Summers family on finding healing comfort by trusting God’s plan amid continuing medical trials
Approaching his 90th birthday, President Dallin H. Oaks shares lessons learned during the past nine decades
Elder Massimo De Feo, the president of the Church’s Europe Central Area, on the ‘unparalleled future’ of Europe despite trying times
New Relief Society President Camille N. Johnson on how understanding divine nature and purpose leads to lasting happiness
New Primary General President Susan H. Porter on how teaching and serving children can be life-changing
Church Historian and Recorder, Elder LeGrand R. Curtis Jr., on the vital role of Church History
Managing Director of the Church History Department Matt Grow on the importance of celebrating past and present pioneers
Deseret News family policy reporter talks about her youth and what she learned about 'seeing' from blind parents
Latter-day Saint researcher on how cultivating thankfulness and indebtedness to God increases overall happiness
President Steven J. Lund and Sister Rebecca L. Craven on how FSY conferences can strengthen the faith of the rising generation
Looking back on what Church leaders, others of influence have said about the historic Washington D.C. Temple
Sister Carol F. McConkie, a former member of the Young Women general presidency, on building bridges of sisterhood through service, advocacy and education
Elder Jeffrey R. Holland and Sister Patricia Holland, with guest host Sheri Dew. Part 2: Becoming disciples of Jesus Christ
Elder Jeffrey R. Holland and Sister Patricia Holland Part 1: Service, health, faith and devotion to Jesus Christ, featuring Sheri Dew as guest host
Deseret News religion reporter Kelsey Dallas on the importance of religious freedom
How a unique ‘Reverse Open House’ is helping build interfaith relationships in the Washington D.C. area
Davis and Asialene Smith, founders of the Cotopaxi gear company, on being better member missionaries
‘Saints Volume 3’ editors detail documenting a history that highlights globalization of the Church and overcoming trials
Utah Area President Elder Kevin W. Pearson on the positive influence the area has on the global Church; featuring Sheri Dew as guest host
How youth and young adults are changing lives using JustServe
April 2022 general conference recap: Jesus Christ offers peace in turbulent times
President M. Russell Ballard shares memories of general conference, emphasizes the need to anchor faith in Christ
Elder Brent H. Nielson on the expansion of missionary work in a digital age
Relief Society President Jean B. Bingham on the 180th anniversary of the worldwide women’s organization
Incorporating spiritual strategies to forge emotional resilience, with David T. Morgan
Bishop Keith B. McMullin on key Christlike leadership principles that bless work, life and family
RootsTech 2022 organizers on what it means to ‘Choose Connection’ in a divided world
The expansive enterprise of the Salt Lake Temple renovation project, with Brent Roberts and Andy Kirby
Elder D. Todd Christofferson and President Brent L. Top emphasize drawing courage from history to face modern challenges
The Young Men general presidency on trusting in the Lord and strengthening Latter-day Saint youth
Sister Wendy W. Nelson on being an eyewitness to President Russell M. Nelson’s four years as Prophet
BYU athletic directors Tom Holmoe and Liz Darger on excellence in sports, BYU’s Honor Code, gospel principles; featuring Sheri Dew as guest host
Ethiopia Addis Ababa Mission leaders speak about faithfully and flexibly serving the Lord amid trials and the pandemic
Using critical conversation to empower and protect children online with WhiteRibbonWeek.org founder Deanna Lambson
Deseret News Executive Editor Doug Wilks on how connection helped overcome contempt in 2021
Service at Christmas and beyond, with JustServe Global Manager Heath Bradley
Mary Richards reports — from radio to Church News journalist
The Sunday School general presidency on the blessings of discovering old friends while studying the 2022 ‘Come, Follow Me’ curriculum on the Old Testament
Sister Uchtdorf and her daughter share how their German Christmas traditions help them celebrate the birth and life of the Savior
The positive power of President Nelson’s #GiveThanks invitation one year later
BYU-Idaho professors Eric and Sarah d’Evegnée on faith, testimony and reconversion
Three senior Apostles reflect on returning to their missionary roots in the British Isles
Latter-day Saint musician Wayne Burton on sharing talents to lift and testify of the restored gospel of Jesus Christ
The multigenerational blessings of senior missionary service with Elder Weatherford T. Clayton
Historian Spencer W. McBride on the importance of the Nauvoo Temple for early Church pioneers and for Latter-day Saints today
Reimagining missionary work with the executive director and managing director of the Church Missionary Department, Elder Marcus B. Nash and Brother David N. Weidman
During the 191st Semiannual General Conference, Church leaders testify of Jesus Christ and urge members to strengthen their spiritual foundations
Elder Brook P. Hales, secretary to the First Presidency, on the preparations for general conference
The unifying language of the gospel with the Church News translation coordinator, Vanessa Fitzgibbon
BYU Professor Julianne Holt-Lunstad on the loneliness epidemic and the power of connection
As President Russell M. Nelson celebrates his 97th birthday, Sheri Dew and Michael Colemere share the insights and lessons they have learned from the Prophet
Former Utah Gov. Mike Leavitt on his new role as president of the Tabernacle Choir at Temple Square
Shannon Allred Cox: The miracle of easing personal trials through service
Following the recent First Presidency message on masks, immunizations, Richard E. Turley Jr. reflects on the lessons of history
Church History Library Director Keith A. Erekson on dispelling latter-day myths and rumors
Church historic sites and the testifying ‘spirit of place,’ with Gary Boatright Jr. and Benjamin Pykles
Latter-day Saint women leaders on the influential voice of women in the Church through executive councils and revelation
President M. Russell Ballard and three other Apostles on why and how the Church is governed by councils
Church News senior reporter Jason Swensen reflects on Latter-day Saint athletes who showcase discipline and persistence
Gold Star Widow Jennie Taylor on resilience amid life's trials by practicing faith and seeking personal revelation
Sister Reyna I. Aburto of the Relief Society general presidency on mental and emotional health and the power of turning to the Savior for comfort
Norman C. Hill on the silver linings of aging faithfully
Young Men and Young Women General Presidents Steven J. Lund and Bonnie H. Cordon on reengaging in the Children and Youth program of the Church post-pandemic
Former Church Historian Richard E. Turley and Film Director Mauli Junior Bonner on the Importance of Early Black Pioneers of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints
Church Historian Kate Holbrook on the dedication of early Church members in Nauvoo and how they can inspire Latter-day Saints today
Get to know the new Primary General Presidency
Finding increased joy, healing and protection through family history work with Church News reporter Sydney Walker
Elder Craig C. Christensen discusses directing the work of the Church’s Utah Area during the COVID-19 pandemic, featuring Church News reporter Scott Taylor as guest co-host
England London Mission leaders President David Checketts and Sister Deborah Checketts, with guest host Sister Sheri L. Dew, discuss missionary work during the pandemic
Elder Dieter F. Uchtdorf discusses how to incorporate pandemic lessons as we move ‘back to the future’ of missionary work
BYU Women's Conference Chair Sister Rosemary Thackeray on this year’s virtual event: ‘I am a Child of God. His Promises are Sure’
Elder Quentin L. Cook on the continued blessings of the interlocking pattern of revelation
During the 191st Annual General Conference, Church leaders testify of Jesus Christ and the promised blessings of righteousness
Elder David A. Bednar highlights a pattern for listening to and studying conference messages, featuring Scott Taylor of the Church News as guest host
Jill Manning on lighting the way to protect homes and families from the darkness of pornography
Even in a pandemic Charity Never Faileth: The Relief Society at 179 with President Jean B. Bingham
Sister Kristen M. Oaks, with guest host Sister Sheri L. Dew, speaks on building marriage, family and universal relationships through The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, no matter your state in life
Celebrating 90 years of Church News: Former editor Gerry Avant talks about her nearly five decades of Church News reporting
Matthew J. Grow, Managing Director of the Church History Department, on connecting to the people in the Doctrine and Covenants through historical exploration
Rootstech 2021: The world’s largest family history event is free and virtual, with Elder Kevin S. Hamilton and FamilySearch CEO Steve Rockwood
Counselors in the Primary General Presidency look ahead to the historic Friend-to-Friend broadcast and discuss the willingness of children who are “Trying to Be like Jesus”
Anxiety and a Church resource for Life Help
Temples in a pandemic year: Closures, reopenings, continued growth and increased appreciation with Church News managing editor Scott Taylor
The Sunday School general presidency on the invitation to seek revelation as exemplified in the Doctrine and Covenants
BYU-Pathway Worldwide President Clark Gilbert on the blessings of accessible higher education
Sister Wendy Nelson speaks about witnessing President Nelson’s prophetic calling in the first three years of his service: Featuring Sheri Dew as guest host
Observations on prophetic invitations with Boyd Matheson, Opinion Editor of the Deseret News
Doug Wilks, Deseret News Editor and Salt Lake Stake President, on journalism and hope in 2020
How the Primary general presidency, Latter-day Saint Charities and the Friend magazine are encouraging children to joyfully serve
Celebrating a non-traditional Christmas with the Tabernacle Choir
Elder Jeffrey R. Holland on turning to God amid the trials of the pandemic
President Russell M. Nelson’s historic invitation to #GiveThanks
Capturing more than photos with Deseret News photographer Jeffrey Allred
President Bonnie H. Cordon: The 150-year legacy of Young Women — an invitation of faith
Finding faith in the embers of our trials
Celebrating Betters Days: The pioneering saints of the suffragette movement
President M. Russell Ballard celebrates 92 years of life and service
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