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Elder Christofferson condemns gambling in Saturday conference address

October 3, 2026 at 12:03 PM MT · via The Salt Lake Tribune · Summarized by Mormon News from original reporting

Elder Christofferson condemns gambling in Saturday conference address
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Elder D. Todd Christofferson of the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles condemned gambling in his address during Saturday's general conference session, according to the Salt Lake Tribune's live coverage. The remarks come as sports betting expands across the United States.

The Tribune's conference coverage includes real-time updates on announcements and notable addresses from church leadership. Christofferson's gambling remarks represent a direct statement on an issue gaining prominence in Utah politics.

The church has historically opposed gambling and has lobbied against its legalization in Utah. Saturday's session included multiple addresses from senior church leaders.

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