LDS apostle condemns sports betting in general conference address
October 10, 2026 at 11:02 AM MT · via The Enquirer Journal · Summarized by Mormon News from original reporting

A member of the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles spoke against sports betting and prediction markets during October general conference, warning members about the spiritual and financial dangers of gambling.
The address extends the Church's longstanding opposition to gambling to newer forms including online sports betting and prediction markets, which have proliferated following state-level legalization in recent years.
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