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Beloved Fashion Designer Afa Ah Loo Killed During Protest in Salt Lake City
The vibrant Pacific Islander fashion world and wider creative community are mourning the tragic death of Arthur Folasa Ah Loo, better known as Afa Ah Loo, who was fatally shot during a protest in Salt Lake City on Sunday, June 14. He was 39 years old. Ah Loo, a...
BYU Quarterback Jake Retzlaff accused of sexual assault in latest lawsuit
PROVO, Utah — Jake Retzlaff, the first Jewish quarterback for Brigham Young University (BYU), has been accused of sexual assault in a lawsuit filed Wednesday in state court in the Salt Lake county. The lawsuit, filed in Salt Lake County and first reported by ESPN and...
Motorcycle Crash in Bountiful Leaves 19-Year-Old in Medically Induced Coma, Family Clings to Hope
Bountiful, Utah — A 19-year-old man remains in critical condition following a severe motorcycle crash in the hills above Bountiful, Utah, renewing calls for heightened caution on state roads as motorcycle-related accidents sharply rise. The young man, whose family has...
LDS Church Sends Delegate to Pope Francis’ Funeral in Vatican City
VATICAN CITY — On Saturday, April 26, 2025, thousands of mourners gathered in Vatican City to honor Pope Francis, whose death earlier in the week on April 21 marked the end of his transformative leadership of the Catholic Church. The funeral service, attended by...
Norway to host International Young Single Adult (YSA) Conference
From August 5 to 9, 2025, the Oslofjord Convention Center will host a major Nordic Young Single Adult (YSA) conference for young adults affiliated with The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. The annual event is expected to bring together 800 participants,...
Youth from Across Asia to Gather in Bangkok for 2025 Latter-day Saint FSY Conference
Thousands of youth members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints from across Asia are set to gather in Thailand this summer for the 2025 For the Strength of Youth (FSY) Conference—a weeklong event centered on faith, leadership, and fellowship. Scheduled...
Featured
How the LDS Church investment fund serves its sacred purpose
In recent discussions surrounding the reportedly $100 billion investment fund of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (LDS Church), skepticism has emerged, questioning the rationale behind accumulating such wealth. Critics argue that these funds should be...
North Korean soldier saves LDS prisoner and escape North Korea together
Millar, an American fighter pilot, crashed behind enemy lines in North Korea during the Korean War. When he was ejected, he broke his ankles and was apprehended and interrogated by communist soldiers. After months of being held captive, Millar was finally able to...
What the Church has to say about caffeine and the Word of Wisdom
In an article published by the Church, it clarifies that caffeine is not explicitly against the church’s Word of Wisdom—a set of guidelines for members that forbids the use of tobacco, alcohol, and “hot drinks.” According to the church, “despite what was reported, the...
The life changing story behind the viral photo of Spiderman meeting Elder Uchtdorf
A remarkable viral photo of Spiderman meeting an apostle of the Lord, Elder Uchtdorf, draws attention to many on social media. While many are busy sharing the iconic photo to their friends, only a few people know the real story behind the miraculous day when both...
President Nelson Emphasizes Importance of the Sacrament at Home
In a social media post on May 28, President Russell M. Nelson of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints once again emphasized the importance of the sacrament. He shared his personal experience of the sacrament in their home and give advice for all to partake...
How Mormon Entrepreneurs Balance Marriage and Business
“By divine design, fathers are to preside over their families in love and righteousness and are responsible to provide the necessities of life and protection for their families. Mothers are primarily responsible for the nurture of their children. In these sacred...
Youth
FSY Conferences to Continue After Being Postponed for 2 Years Due to COVID-19
Latter-day Saint youth in the United States and Canada can look forward to next year with excitement as the church announced that it will continue FSY in 2022. The announcement was made following the easing of COVID-19 restrictions by the CDC. After being postponed...
No Matter How Chaotic It Is Stay On the Ship of Zion, Church General Authority Says
In the devotional with Young Single Adults, held virtually in Mexico, last Friday, Elder Arnulfo Valenzuela of the Mexico Area Presidency recalled the story of the Sweedish warship Vasa, a 17th-century vessel that has survived almost intact even until to this day. He...
Girl Scouts of the USA: BSA should Focus on Serving American Boys and not Girls
After the announcement of the Boy Scouts of America to allow girls to join Cub Scout and to create new program for older women, Girl Scout of the USA criticized the initiative. GSUSA said that the change had stained the century old partnership between the two...
Family
The Impact of Domestic Violence on Children
What is Domestic Violence? Domestic violence refers to physical and mental harm to an intimate partner or spouse. Anyone can be a victim of domestic abuse, irrespective of gender, age, and ethnicity. While the signs of physical abuse are usually evident through bodily...
The Lifelong Effects of Divorce on Children
The separation between the two spouses, visits to a divorce attorney and claiming child custody is definitely not a pleasant experience. Many spouses question themselves in the development of these events whether they should stay together for their children? While...
5 Gospel-Based Keys to Keeping Your New Year’s Resolutions
There are countless stories and jokes about abandoned New Year’s resolutions, perhaps because the experience is so universal. When it comes to self-improvement, it seems that “the spirit is indeed willing but the flesh is weak” (Matthew 26:41). So how do we overcome...
Mormon Celebrities
The girl from the famous meme got baptized to the Latter-day Saint Church
We all know the funny meme that swept the world. Many know her, but only a few know that she's a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. She was baptized on December 1, 2018, and currently lives in the United States. Chloe posted on...
Latter-day Saint Actor Reacts to Controversial ABS-CBN Franchise Denial
Greg Hawkins, the former 'Kuya Escort' for It's Showtime, expressed his dismay and support for his pro-Kapamilya friends after the Congress denied franchise renewal to the Philippines' top broadcasting station, ABS-CBN. "I understand that emotions are running high,...
BYU Vocal Point Pays Tribute in CNN Performance to COVID-19 Victims
Vocal Point’s reach outside the Church recently manifested itself in a virtual CNN musical tribute of the hymn “Be Thou My Vision.” Their May 31 tribute to those who have lost their lives due to COVID-19 generated over 187,000 Facebook views. Said Jonathan Meyers, one...
Inspirational Messages
If you listen with the Spirit, your heart will be softened, your faith strengthened, and your capacity to love the Lord increased.
The proud depend upon the world to tell them whether they have value or not. Their self-esteem is determined by where they are judged to be on the ladders of worldly success. They feel worthwhile as individuals if the numbers beneath them in achievement, talent, beauty, or intellect are large enough. Pride is ugly. It says, If you succeed, I am a failure.
In today’s world, no matter our circumstances, it is essential that our preeminent identity is as a child of God.
The experience of same-sex attraction is a complex reality for many people. The attraction itself is not a sin, but acting on it is. Even though individuals do not choose to have such attractions, they do choose how to respond to them. With love and understanding, the Church reaches out to all God’s children, including our gay and lesbian brothers and sisters.
Faith
Hundreds of Youth to Gather for 2025 Nationwide FSY in Korea
This summer, hundreds of young people from across South Korea will come together at the Gyeonggi-do Youth Training Center (경기도청소년수련원) in Ansan City for an unforgettable experience: FSY Korea 2025. Youth ages 17 to 19 and counselors ages 19 to 35 have been invited to...
Makati 3rd Ward YSAs Set Sail for Connection and Healing
SUBIC BAY, Philippines — Against the glistening waters of Subic Bay, a group of young single adults from the Makati 3rd Ward gathered not for an official church activity, but for something equally sacred in its own way—an afternoon of fellowship, fun, and freedom...
Elder Lawyer, brother of Michelle Dee, returns home after completing LDS mission in Chile
Elder Abraham Lawyer, brother of Miss Universe Philippines 2023 Michelle Dee, has returned home after successfully completing his full-time mission for the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in Chile. Elder Lawyer faithfully served the Lord during his...
Mormon Answers
Answering Questions of Members, Investigators, and Non – Members of the Church
Does The Bible Mentioned Cremation, If So What Scripture Verse?
By: Dean West, Moroni Channel United States Of America Q: Does the Bible mention about cremation and if so, what scripture in the Bible? Allan, Ohio USA A: Generally, while the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints is aware that cultural practices differ...
Is The Sabbath In The First Day Or In The Last Day Of The Week?
Answered By: Dean West, Moroni Channel Los Angeles California, USA Q: Hello.. Is the commandment changed that says the seventh day is the Sabbath??? or where is it written that the Sabbath is the first day of the week in the bible or changed from the seventh...
What Are The Errors Corrected In The Old Edition Of The Book Of Mormon?
By: Dean West, Response Team United States Of America Question What is the difference between last edition of BOM and this new edition, I want to know, what is the error corrected. Ernest, Lagos Nigeria Answer Besides some changes to study aids, Elder Neil L. Andersen...
Missionary Corner
Blind paralympian receives mission call without sending an application
A legally blind paralympian who competed at the 2020 Tokyo Paralympics received an unexpected mission call without submitting an application. BYUI Radio reported that Taylor Talbot wanted to serve a mission for the Church for years, but after praying about it, she...
How 5 heroic Latter-day saint missionaries save lives in the Tongan tsunami
On 2022 January 14, a massive eruption on Hunga Tonga triggered a tsunami that swept the Kingdom of Tonga. Homes have been damaged or destroyed. Families and communities continue to clean up and rebuild, often lending a hand to neighbors, extended families, and...
Church implements additional COVID-19 protocols following surge in the Provo MTC
PROVO — The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints announced Thursday, 30 December 2021, that it will implement additional health protocols following the surge of positive COVID-19 cases at the flagship MTC. "The Provo MTC continues to operate at a reduced...