International
Elder Villar champions religious freedom at Peru's first symposium
Elder José L. Alonso Villar participated in Peru's first-ever symposium on religious freedom, calling religious liberty "a fundamental human right," according to Church News. The event, held in Lima, brought together government officials, faith leaders, and academics to discuss religious freedom protections and challenges in the region.
August 11, 2026 at 7:17 PM MT · via Church News
Liberia First Lady joins Church leaders at maternity hospital groundbreaking
The First Lady of Liberia joined leaders of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints to break ground on a new maternity hospital, according to the Church's Africa newsroom.
August 11, 2026 at 2:03 PM MT · via news-africa.churchofjesuschrist.org
Public invited to tour Phnom Penh Temple before dedication
The public is invited to tour the new Phnom Penh Temple of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints before its dedication, The Manila Times reports.
August 11, 2026 at 1:02 PM MT · via The Manila Times
Liberia's First Lady joins Church leaders for hospital groundbreaking
Liberia's First Lady joined Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints leaders for a groundbreaking ceremony for a new maternity hospital, according to the Church's Africa newsroom.
August 11, 2026 at 1:02 PM MT · via news-africa.churchofjesuschrist.org
Public invited to tour new Phnom Penh LDS temple
The public is invited to tour the new Phnom Penh temple of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints before its dedication, according to The Manila Times. The open house period allows community members to see inside the temple before it is dedicated for sacred use.
August 11, 2026 at 12:01 PM MT · via The Manila Times
Church breaks ground for Naga Philippines Temple
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints has broken ground for a new temple in Naga, Philippines, according to LDS Daily. The groundbreaking ceremony marks the beginning of construction for the house of worship.
August 11, 2026 at 12:01 PM MT · via LDS Daily
LDS Church leader detained in Russia for 'financing terrorism'
A leader of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints has been detained in Russia on charges of "financing terrorism," according to Russian Life magazine. The detention represents an escalation of tensions between Russian authorities and the LDS Church.
August 11, 2026 at 12:01 PM MT · via Russian Life magazine
Liberian First Lady joins Church leaders for maternity hospital groundbreaking
The First Lady of Liberia joined leaders of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints for a groundbreaking ceremony for a new maternity hospital, according to the Church's Africa news site. The humanitarian project represents collaboration between the Church and Liberian government.
August 11, 2026 at 12:01 PM MT · via news-africa.churchofjesuschrist.org
Public invited to tour new Phnom Penh temple
The public is invited to tour the new Phnom Penh temple of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints before its dedication, The Manila Times reports. Open houses allow community members to view the interior of temples before they are dedicated for religious use.
August 11, 2026 at 11:44 AM MT · via The Manila Times
Church breaks ground on Naga Philippines temple
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints held a groundbreaking ceremony for a new temple in Naga, Philippines, according to LDS Daily. The project continues the Church's expansion in Southeast Asia.
August 11, 2026 at 11:44 AM MT · via LDS Daily
LDS Church leader detained in Russia on terrorism financing allegations
A leader of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints has been detained in Russia on allegations of "financing terrorism," according to Russian Life magazine. The arrest represents a significant escalation in tensions between the Church and Russian authorities.
August 11, 2026 at 11:44 AM MT · via Russian Life magazine
First Lady of Liberia joins Church leaders for hospital groundbreaking
The First Lady of Liberia joined leaders of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints for a groundbreaking ceremony for a new maternity hospital, according to the Church's Africa newsroom. The project reflects the Church's humanitarian work on the African continent.
August 11, 2026 at 11:44 AM MT · via news-africa.churchofjesuschrist.org