Church implements Sunday schedule changes with third-hour classes
September 6, 2026 at 2:03 PM MT · via ABC4 Utah · Summarized by Mormon News from original reporting

The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints began implementing changes to its Sunday worship schedule today, adjusting class meeting times announced earlier this year. The modifications affect the structure of Sunday instruction beyond the traditional two-hour block that previously consisted of Sacrament meeting followed by classes.
The schedule changes alter what happens on Sundays for millions of members globally, restructuring time commitments for families and changing the weekly rhythm of Mormon worship services.
More coverage of this story
- Deseret News →September 3, 2026 at 10:52 AM MT
- Church News →September 4, 2026 at 7:00 AM MT
- ABC4 Utah →September 6, 2026 at 12:49 PM MT
- churchofjesuschrist.org →September 8, 2026 at 11:06 PM MT
- By Common Consent →September 6, 2026 at 2:46 PM MT
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