SALT LAKE CITY — Courtesy of Mormon Newsroom The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints has finalized plans to expand the missionary training center (MTC) in Provo, Utah. Crews are expected to start building several new structures just south of the existing campus in the summer of 2015. The additional space will be used for classroom learning, personal study …

Chills. Heart thrills. Tears. “And I know that He is risen! Yes I know that He is risen. Oh I know that my Jesus is Risen!” The music swells, the voices soar, and my heart lifts and joins the testimony, “He is Risen!” I have song number eleven on the Nashville Tribute Band’s new album, Redeemer, on repeat. I’ve listened …

Salt Lake City — The president of the more than 15-million-member church was greeted by Latter-day Saints from Phoenix and surrounding areas. President Monson was joined by President Dieter F. Uchtdorf, second counselor in the First Presidency, and Elder Dallin H. Oaks of the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles as he conducted the cornerstone ceremony, a Church tradition that sybolizes the temple’s …

ROME — This week’s gathering of global religious leaders at the Vatican to discuss the importance of marriage fuses two key beliefs of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints: the importance of marriage between man and woman, and the importance of interfaith cooperation in common causes for good. “At this time of rapidly declining moral values and the …

Scripture “For behold, this is my work and my glory—to bring to pass the immortality and eternal life of man.” – Moses 1:39 Quote “It requires self-mastery and brings confidence, eternal happiness, and a sense of fulfillment to us and, by example, to those around us; and it always includes a deep personal commitment to sustain priesthood leaders and follow …

Salt Lake City | Thursday, 23 October 2014 00:00:00 -0700 | Entertainer Donny Osmond will be part of RootsTech 2015, the largest family history conference in the world. The event, hosted by FamilySearch, will be held on 12-14 February 2015, at the Salt Palace Convention Center in Salt Lake City.

Christmas is just around the corner. There is so much fun in the commercial celebration of Christmas. Get into the true spirit of Christmas with this great family home evening lesson on the Christmas Story! Scripture: Isaiah 9:6 Hymn: Away in a Manger or Joy to the World Lesson: The Christmas Story (Luke 2) Treat: Rice Krispie Snowman or Finger Jello Activity: Christmas Caroling, Testimony of Christ, Visit Elderly •View entire lesson...

Patriarchal Blessings are a beautiful privilege and gift from our Heavenly Father. It is our road map in this life. We must prepare for this sacred opportunity if we haven't received one and cherish our Patriarchal Blessing if we have. This lesson is a beautiful reminder of what our Patriarchal Blessings are for. Scripture:Alma 37:17 Hymn:Seek the Lord Early or Come unto Him Lesson: "Patriarchal Blessings are a sacred gift, given to all worthy members of the Church." Treat: Homemade Ice Cream in a Bag and Fanciful Fruit Pizza Activity:Digital Hot Potato or Outdoor Movie •View entire lesson...