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Pope urges Middle East to reject 'horror of war' at end of first overseas trip
Joshua McElwee and Catherine Cartier, Reuters | Posted Dec. 2 - 8:06 a.m. | Save Story
Pope Leo bade farewell to Lebanon on Tuesday with a fervent appeal to leaders across the Middle East to listen to their people's cries for peace and to change course away from the "horror of war."
A controversial infant Jesus is stolen from a Belgian Nativity scene
Sylvain Plazy, Associated Press | Posted Dec. 1 - 12:01 p.m. | Save Story
Belgian authorities are mystified over a brazen theft over the weekend from a Christmas Nativity scene of an icon of infant Jesus Christ that had been widely scorned online.
Photos: Salt Lake City's Temple Square is all aglow
KSL Staff | Posted Nov. 28 - 10:30 p.m. | Save Story
Christmas lights were turned on for the first time Friday evening on Temple Square in Salt Lake City and will remain on until Jan. 1.
Vatican warns against rise in polyamory
Christopher Lamb, CNN | Posted Nov. 25 - 7:35 a.m. | Save Story
The Vatican has issued a warning against the rise of polyamory, insisting marriage is the stable, lifelong and exclusive partnership between a man and woman.
Light the World Giving Machines return to Salt Lake City
Eastin Hartzell, Deseret News | Posted Nov. 25 - 6:15 a.m. | Save Story
Utah's 2025 Light the World Giving Machines officially opened Monday — marking the beginning of a season of giving that organizers say changes thousands of lives each year.
At least 24 people dead, 54 wounded after Israeli airstrikes in Gaza test ceasefire
Wafaa Shurafa, Associated Press | Posted Nov. 22 - 10:45 a.m. | Save Story
Israel's military says it has launched new airstrikes against Hamas militants in Gaza, testing the ceasefire that began on October 10. Health officials in Gaza report at least 24 people killed and at least 54 wounded, including children.
Church of Jesus Christ announces women can serve missions at age 18
Cassidy Wixom, KSL | Updated Nov. 21 - 11:59 a.m. | Save Story
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints announced Friday that women can now start serving church missions at age 18.
Church of Jesus Christ discontinues Saturday evening session of general conference
Cassidy Wixom, KSL | Posted Nov. 19 - 10:21 a.m. | Save Story
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints announced Wednesday there will no longer be a Saturday evening session during its general conferences.
Utah think tank weighs in as Christian schools ask Supreme Court to review Colorado program
Eastin Hartzell, Deseret News | Posted Nov. 19 - 10:00 a.m. | Save Story
A Utah-based think tank is asking a federal appeals court to protect a Colorado Christian school's ability to participate in the state's "universal" preschool program without changing what it teaches on gender and sexuality.
Pope returns artifacts to Indigenous peoples from Canada as part of reckoning with colonial past
Nicole Winfield, Associated Press | Posted Nov. 16 - 2:06 p.m. | Save Story
The Vatican has returned 62 artifacts to Indigenous peoples from Canada as part of a move to address its role in suppressing Indigenous culture in the Americas.
Church of Jesus Christ names new Presiding Bishopric
Cassidy Wixom, KSL | Posted Nov. 14 - 12:46 p.m. | Save Story
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints announced its new Presiding Bishopric Friday, after Elder Gérald Caussé, the former presiding bishop, was called as an apostle last week.
Chicago civil rights leader Jesse Jackson hospitalized for rare neurological disorder
Sophia Tareen, Associated Press | Updated Nov. 13 - 1:42 p.m. | Save Story
The Rev. Jesse Jackson is in the hospital with a rare neurological disorder. Jackson's Chicago-based civil rights organization said he had progressive supranuclear palsy and is under observation.
Church of Jesus Christ to put Light the World machines in 21 countries
Cassidy Wixom, KSL | Posted Nov. 12 - 11:54 a.m. | Save Story
Light the World Giving Machines sponsored by The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints are now available in more than 20 countries and 120 cities this holiday season.
12-year-old Camden the Preacher has growing audience
David Kennard, EastIdahoNews.com | Posted Nov. 10 - 9:36 a.m. | Save Story
A young preacher regularly posts short, 5- to 10-minute Bible-centered videos focused on bringing people to Christ. His YouTube audience — about 500 followers — is slowly growing.
What Dr. Ben Carson said to UVU students about prayer, resiliency — and Charlie Kirk's legacy
Jason Swensen, Deseret News | Posted Nov. 8 - 10:32 p.m. | Save Story
In a lecture touching on faith, prayer, resiliency, the promise of America and finding common ground with others, Dr. Ben Carson traced his own unexpected path from childhood poverty to renown and influence across multiple communities.
'A privilege': Elder Caussé shares thoughts on new calling to apostleship
Cassidy Wixom, KSL | Posted Nov. 7 - 5:03 p.m. | Save Story
The newest member of the Church of Jesus Christ's Quorum of the Twelve Apostles said he can't remember a time he didn't have a testimony of Christ.
Church of Jesus Christ names Bishop Elder Gérald Caussé as new apostle
Cassidy Wixom, KSL | Updated Nov. 6 - 5:13 p.m. | Save Story
Presiding Bishop Gérald Caussé was announced Thursday as the newest member of the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.
'A unifying moment': Luz de las Naciones, highlighting Latin American dance and music, returns
Tim Vandenack, KSL | Posted Nov. 5 - 7:11 p.m. | Save Story
Luz de las Naciones, a celebration of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints focused on Latin American dance and music, returns on Friday and Saturday.
Exploring the legacy of this historic Utah church through its time capsule
Dennis Romboy, Deseret News | Posted Nov. 2 - 2:05 p.m. | Save Story
The newly opened time capsule and its carefully preserved artifacts at the Japanese Church of Christ gave not only a glimpse into its past — but also an uncertain future.
FBI confirms shooter in Michigan attack was motivated by hatred of Latter-day Saints
Isabella Volmert, Associated Press | Updated Oct. 31 - 8:04 p.m. | Save Story
The man who attacked a Church of Jesus Christ meetinghouse in Michigan was motivated by "anti-religious beliefs" against Latter-day Saints, the FBI confirmed on Friday.
Catholic Community Services urges support as benefits set to end for thousands of Utah families
Mike Anderson, KSL | Posted Oct. 29 - 8:09 a.m. | Save Story
Catholic Community Services in Ogden is urgently requesting food and monetary donations as 86,000 Utah families face the loss of SNAP benefits.
Church announces opening, dedication dates for new Lindon Utah Temple
Curtis Booker, KSL | Posted Oct. 27 - 6:20 p.m. | Save Story
Opening and dedication dates have been announced for the new Lindon Temple of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.
'Surviving Mormonism' and it's just ... a church member showing up with cookies
Eva Terry, Deseret News | Posted Oct. 26 - 9:03 a.m. | Save Story
After "Real Housewives of Salt Lake City" star Heather Gay announced Bravo's upcoming series, "Surviving Mormonism," members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints started a trend on X of what "surviving" church is like for them.
Broadway power couple announced as 2025 Tabernacle Choir Christmas concert guests
Cassidy Wixom, KSL | Posted Oct. 24 - 1:25 p.m. | Save Story
A Broadway power couple will join the esteemed guest list of the coveted Tabernacle Choir at Temple Square's annual Christmas concert.
Church of Jesus Christ adjusts boundaries, adds 55 new missions
Cassidy Wixom, KSL | Posted Oct. 24 - 10:45 a.m. | Save Story
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints announced Friday that 55 new missions will be created next year by adjusting the boundaries of existing missions.
'Truth & Treason': The real story behind the Latter-day Saint teen who resisted the Nazis
Margaret Darby, Deseret News | Posted Oct. 17 - 7:40 p.m. | Save Story
Director Matt Whittaker has always been captivated by Helmuth Hübener's story, and Whittaker's new film, "Truth & Treason," released on Friday, is a chance to share that story.
In his first interview, President Oaks calls the faith 'a gospel of happiness and growth'
Sarah Jane Weaver, Deseret News | Posted Oct. 17 - 7:01 a.m. | Save Story
The new First Presidency of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints sat down for a wide-ranging interview with award-winning journalist Jane Clayson Johnson on Wednesday.
Jenny Oaks Baker on her father, the newly ordained president of the Church of Jesus Christ
Carole Mikita, KSL | Posted Oct. 15 - 11:30 a.m. | Save Story
Jenny Oaks Baker, the youngest daughter of President Dallin H. Oaks, offered on Tuesday a daughter's insight into the life of the man who now leads a worldwide church.
Church of Jesus Christ announces new First Presidency
Bridger Beal-Cvetko and Daniel Woodruff, KSL | Updated Oct. 14 - 1:29 p.m. | Save Story
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints announced Tuesday that President Dallin H. Oaks has been named the 18th president and prophet of the church.
Utah nonprofit sewing hope for victims of Michigan tragedy
Emma Benson, KSL | Posted Oct. 14 - 6:22 a.m. | Save Story
Two weeks after the deadly church shooting and fire in Grand Blanc, Michigan, Utahns are finding a way to send comfort from afar — one quilt at a time.
Fires damage Latter-day Saint meetinghouses in New Zealand and New Caledonia
Curtis Booker, KSL | Posted Oct. 13 - 7:45 p.m. | Save Story
Two meetinghouses of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in New Zealand and New Caledonia sustained damages after fires broke out in both buildings on Sunday.
Church appeals decision to place construction of Heber Valley temple on hold again
Pat Reavy, KSL | Posted Oct. 13 - 10:56 a.m. | Save Story
The Church of Jesus Christ is appealing a judge's decision to halt construction of a new temple in Heber City pending an appeals decision from the Utah Supreme Court.
How this BYU professor is using 'The Chosen' to help people connect with the New Testament
Margaret Darby, Deseret News | Posted Oct. 13 - 10:03 a.m. | Save Story
More than 2 million views are tallied on a single one of BYU religion Professor John Hilton III's "Teaching with 'The Chosen'" video clips.
Elder Tad R. Callister, an emeritus general authority seventy, dies at age 79
Tad Walch, Deseret News | Posted Oct. 11 - 12:03 p.m. | Save Story
Elder Tad R. Callister, an emeritus general authority seventy and former Sunday School general president of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, died Thursday. He was 79.
Pope Leo tells US bishops to address Trump's immigration crackdown
Joshua McElwee, Reuters | Updated Oct. 8 - 11:06 a.m. | Save Story
Pope Leo told U.S. bishops visiting him at the Vatican on Wednesday that they should firmly address how immigrants are being treated by President Donald Trump's hardline policies.
President Russell M. Nelson remembered as 'the holder of hands and the healer of hearts'
Ashley Imlay, KSL | Updated Oct. 7 - 2:35 p.m. | Save Story
Family members and church leaders remembered President Russell M. Nelson as a devoted father, leader and friend during his funeral service on Tuesday.
'A moment with him': Thousands pay respects to President Russell M. Nelson in public viewing
Cassidy Wixom, KSL | Posted Oct. 6 - 4:00 p.m. | Save Story
Thousands visited the Conference Center during a public viewing to pay their respects to the late President Russell M. Nelson of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.
Friends of the Michigan church shooting suspect say he long carried hatred
Isabella Volmert, Mark Vancleave and Ed White, Associated Press | Posted Oct. 6 - 2:46 p.m. | Save Story
The man who opened fire in a Michigan church and killed four people while setting it ablaze long harbored hatred toward The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, according to longtime friends.
General conference special: 'Deseret News 175 years'
Sarah Jane Weaver, Deseret News | Posted Oct. 6 - 12:33 p.m. | Save Story
From its pioneer roots to its digital future, this documentary highlights the Deseret News' enduring mission to inform, uplift and inspire.
Reports: Latter-day Saint meetinghouse in Australia destroyed by fire
Ashley Imlay, KSL | Posted Oct. 5 - 10:43 p.m. | Save Story
Australian news outlets reported a meetinghouse of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints was destroyed in a fire early Monday.
Church of Jesus Christ faithful in Samoa reflect on President Nelson's 2019 visit
Tamara Vaifanua, KSL | Posted Oct. 5 - 5:00 p.m. | Save Story
President Russell M. Nelson is being remembered around the world and in the islands of the South Pacific, where his visit in 2019 left a lasting impression.
Sunday afternoon session: Summaries from Latter-day Saint general conference
KSL Staff | Updated Oct. 5 - 4:08 p.m. | Save Story
The latest talk summaries and announcements from the Sunday afternoon session of the October 2025 general conference of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.
Church leaders opt to 'slow down' announcement of new Latter-day Saint temples — for now
Sean Walker, KSL | Posted Oct. 5 - 4:08 p.m. | Save Story
President Dallin H. Oaks, president of the Quorum of Twelve Apostles, said Sunday that no new temple announcements would be made at the conclusion of this weekend's general conference.
General conference special: 'A Higher Purpose'
Angie Denison, KSL | Posted Oct. 5 - 1:45 p.m. | Save Story
"A higher purpose" explores how Utah's academic community is not only generating solutions — but transforming lives — through projects that reflect a deep commitment to improving the human condition, both locally and globally.
Sunday Edition: A Tribute to President Russell M. Nelson
Deanie Wimmer, KSL | Posted Oct. 5 - 1:04 p.m. | Save Story
This special episode of Sunday Edition honors the extraordinary life and legacy of President Russell M. Nelson, leader of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, who died on Saturday, Sept. 27, at the age of 101.
General conference special: 'From Acorn to Oak Tree: A 100-year Legacy in South America'
Dan Rascon and Angie Denison, KSL | Posted Oct. 5 - 12:23 p.m. | Save Story
Through historical content and interviews with current members, viewers will see how the church has grown to be a major force in South America with over 4.3 million members and more than 100 missions.
Sunday morning session: Summaries from Latter-day Saint general conference
KSL Staff | Updated Oct. 5 - 11:56 a.m. | Save Story
The latest talk summaries and announcements from the Sunday morning session of the October 2025 general conference of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.
Apostles will 'direct the church' until First Presidency is reorganized, Latter-day Saint leader says
Daniel Woodruff, KSL | Posted Oct. 5 - 9:03 a.m. | Save Story
Elder Henry B. Eyring told general conference attendees on Saturday that the faith is under the direction of the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles "until ... the First Presidency is reorganized."
Saturday evening session: Summaries from Latter-day Saint general conference
KSL Staff | Updated Oct. 4 - 7:39 p.m. | Save Story
The latest talk summaries and announcements from the Saturday evening session of the October 2025 general conference of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.
Tiny temples: BYU engineers 3D print microscopic temple replicas
Cassidy Wixom, KSL | Posted Oct. 4 - 7:05 p.m. | Save Story
BYU engineers have been working on their 3D-printing skills with their latest project creating microscopic temples to honor the school's 150th anniversary.
General conference special: 'Pathway to Hope: Jane Clayson Johnson in Africa'
Jane Clayson Johnson | Posted Oct. 4 - 5:12 p.m. | Save Story
In this moving documentary, Jane Clayson Johnson meets face-to-face with members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints whose lives have been forever changed by access to education, spiritual growth and opportunity.
Fellow heart surgeon mentored by then-Dr. Russell M. Nelson returned service years later
Erin Cox, KSL | Posted Oct. 4 - 4:44 p.m. | Save Story
Dr. Robert Fowles is a cardiologist who first knew President Russell M. Nelson when he served as his stake president. Later, Fowles was offered a position at the LDS Hospital, where President Nelson worked.
Saturday afternoon session: Summaries from Latter-day Saint general conference
KSL Staff | Updated Oct. 4 - 4:06 p.m. | Save Story
The latest talk summaries and announcements from the Saturday afternoon session of the October 2025 general conference of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.
General conference special: 'Breaking Barriers: Seeking help for mental health'
Angie Denison, KSL | Updated Oct. 4 - 1:24 p.m. | Save Story
In a world where faith and mental health often intersect, "Breaking Barriers: Seeking help for mental health" aims to shatter the stigma surrounding accessing resources for your mental health.
General conference special: 'President Russell M. Nelson: A Legacy of Service'
Carole Mikita, KSL | Posted Oct. 4 - 1:03 p.m. | Save Story
This heartfelt tribute honors the life and ministry of President Russell M. Nelson, the 17th president of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, who passed away on Sept 27.
Saturday morning session: Summaries from Latter-day Saint general conference
KSL Staff | Updated Oct. 4 - 11:58 a.m. | Save Story
The latest talk summaries and announcements from the Saturday morning session of the October 2025 general conference of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.
Church of England names first female Archbishop of Canterbury
Muvija M, Reuters | Updated Oct. 4 - 11:14 a.m. | Save Story
Sarah Mullally on Friday was named as the next Archbishop of Canterbury, the first female archbishop worldwide, prompting criticism from conservative church leaders in Africa.
General conference special: 'History of the Saints'
Glenn Rawson | Posted Oct. 4 - 9:35 a.m. | Save Story
In this general conference special, we'll take a compelling look at the early days of the church through stories, insights, and historical context that bring the Restoration to life.
