LDS Church
Latest from Mormon Land: kinder Brigham Young, 20 new stakes
The Salt Lake Tribune's Mormon Land newsletter examines a historian's work on Brigham Young's softer private character, contrasting with his reputation for authoritarian leadership. The newsletter also reports on the creation of more than 20 new stakes globally, reflecting Church growth in various regions. The piece offers both historical perspective and current organizational developments.
August 20, 2026 at 9:06 AM MT · via The Salt Lake Tribune · 13 sources
Arizona court: churches define confession, not judges
The Arizona Supreme Court ruled unanimously that church doctrine, not courts, defines what qualifies as a religious confession protected from mandatory reporting requirements, according to the National Catholic Reporter. The decision came in a case involving a Mormon bishop who did not report a father's confession of child sexual abuse to authorities.
August 20, 2026 at 8:06 AM MT · via National Catholic Reporter · 3 sources
Apostle Kearon tells high achievers to balance service with stillness
Elder Patrick Kearon of the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles urged students and others driven by achievement to "slow down and turn more easily and comfortingly to Christ" during a Tuesday devotional at Brigham Young University, Meridian Magazine reported.
August 20, 2026 at 12:08 AM MT · via Meridian Magazine · 5 sources
President Chibota speaks to missionaries about 4 sources of power
President Rosemary Chibota addressed missionaries on four sources of spiritual power in remarks reported by the Church Newsroom. The talk, part of ongoing missionary training, emphasized principles of spiritual strength.
August 19, 2026 at 6:05 PM MT · via newsroom.churchofjesuschrist.org · 2 sources
Essay examines racial harmony after 1978 priesthood revelation
Meridian Magazine publishes an essay by Elder Ahmad S. Corbitt of the Seventy reflecting on racial harmony within the LDS Church following the 1978 revelation extending priesthood and temple blessings to Black members. Elder Corbitt, who converted from the Nation of Islam and has served in leadership positions including as mission president, offers his perspective on progress and ongoing challenges. The essay appears in a collection titled "Stay Thou Nearby: Reflections on the 1978 Revelation on the Priesthood."
August 19, 2026 at 2:06 AM MT · via Meridian Magazine
Seven signs your counselor undermines your faith
Deseret News published a perspective piece warning readers about therapists who may undermine religious faith, offering seven warning signs members should watch for when seeking mental health treatment. The article comes amid broader conservative discourse questioning secular therapy's compatibility with religious belief.
August 18, 2026 at 12:06 PM MT · via Deseret News
Tribune: falling retention raises questions about divine favor claim
For years, Latter-day Saints viewed the church's growth as evidence of God's favor. What does it mean as retention rates slip? The Salt Lake Tribune examines the theological implications of declining activity rates for a faith that has long equated growth with divine approval.
August 18, 2026 at 6:07 AM MT · via The Salt Lake Tribune · 4 sources
LDS women's leader who is single encourages young adults to care for one another
Kristin Yee, a member of the LDS Relief Society General Presidency who is herself unmarried, encouraged thousands of young single adults to care for one another at the Utah Area YSA Conference, according to The Salt Lake Tribune. Yee shared her own experience as a single member and emphasized community support.
August 18, 2026 at 6:07 AM MT · via The Salt Lake Tribune · 11 sources
Blogger sees 25-minute Sunday School as opportunity for change
A By Common Consent blogger argues the new 25-minute Sunday School period could be an opportunity rather than a limitation, countering concerns about whether the shortened class can work. The post follows earlier analysis questioning the practicality of the new schedule's tight transitions and compressed teaching time.
August 17, 2026 at 8:07 AM MT · via By Common Consent · 11 sources
Documents reveal more about Intermountain's LDS Hospital replacement plans
New documents obtained by KSL NewsRadio provide additional details about Intermountain Healthcare's plans to replace the historic LDS Hospital in Salt Lake City. The church-founded institution has been a landmark healthcare facility for more than a century.
August 16, 2026 at 7:06 PM MT · via KSL NewsRadio · 6 sources
Dallin Oaks caps his first international trip as LDS president with a religious rite he has performed before
LDS Church President Dallin H. Oaks dedicated Brazil's Belo Horizonte Temple on Sunday in his first international trip as head of the global faith. The Salt Lake Tribune reports this marks a significant milestone for Oaks, though he has performed temple dedications before as an apostle.
August 16, 2026 at 1:06 PM MT · via The Salt Lake Tribune · 17 sources
Church leaders encourage young adults at Utah Area YSA conference
Church leaders addressed thousands of young single adults at the fourth annual Utah Area YSA Conference in Salt Lake City, emphasizing themes of friendship and discipleship in Jesus Christ. The August 14-15 gathering focused on helping young adults navigate faith questions and build community.
August 16, 2026 at 3:09 AM MT · via Church Newsroom · 15 sources