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Campus Events

Theologian speaks on being a disciple of Jesus Christ at the end of the world

By Edith Aguilera
March 11, 2022 12:00 AM
Guest speaker Adam Miller discussed material from his book, 'Mormon: A Brief Theological Introduction,' on March 10 at an event hosted by the Maxwell Institute.
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Religion

Where is the Church on political neutrality?

By Cassidy Wixom
March 30, 2021 12:00 AM
The First Presidency of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints sends a letter during national election years in the United States to be read by each bishop regarding the Church's politically neutral stance.
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Religion

LDS missionaries in Africa, Guam impacted by COVID-19

By Kenzie Holbrook
March 19, 2020 12:00 AM
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints announced on March 18 that all non-native missionaries in most missions in Africa are being sent back to their home countries.
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Religion

First Presidency announces adjustments in temple ceremonial clothing

By Alicia Matsuura
January 17, 2020 12:00 AM
The First Presidency of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints on Friday announced adjustments to the sacred ceremonial clothing worn in Latter-day Saint temples.
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Religion

Full-time mission cost rising to $500 a month

By Jenna Alton
June 27, 2019 12:00 AM
The cost of serving a full-time mission for The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints will increase to $500 per month starting July 1, 2020, according to a First Presidency letter sent to Church leaders.
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Breaking News

Extensive Salt Lake Temple renovations remaking Temple Square

By Jenna Alton
April 19, 2019 12:00 AM
The Salt Lake Temple of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints will close this December for about four years as part of a major Temple Square renovation.
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Religion

Church leaders emphasize basic principles in General Conference

By Jessica Smith
April 08, 2019 12:00 AM
President Russell M. Nelson of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints waves to members in the Conference Center during the Saturday afternoon session of conference. (Hannah Miner)
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Featured

Church updates LGBTQ policies

By Arianna Davidson
April 04, 2019 12:00 AM
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints announced Thursday children of LGBTQ parents will no longer need First Presidency approval to get baptized, a policy put into place in November 2015. (Church Newsroom)
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Art

Instagram influencers pave way for new business opportunities

By Jessica Smith
March 07, 2019 12:00 AM
Instagram influencer Justin Packer snaps a photo of his wife, Monica Moore Smith, for her own Instagram account with more than 46,000 followers. (Jessica Smith)
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Religion

Church culture in process of embracing diversity

By Sydnee Gonzalez
October 17, 2018 12:00 AM
Dancers performing onstage to musical numbers as part of the 'Be One' 40th Anniversary Celebration. Members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints say the celebration is an example of a recent trend towards a more racially inclusive attitude within the church. (Claire Gentry)
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Religion

188th General Conference brings substantial changes, spiritual counsel

By Matthew Bennett
October 08, 2018 12:00 AM
President Russell M. Nelson addresses the congregation at the 188th Semiannual General Conference. President Nelson announced significant changes including a reduced church Sunday block and 12 new temples. (Claire Gentry)
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Religion

Mormon no more: Tabernacle Choir renamed in big church shift

By Associated Press
October 05, 2018 12:00 AM
In this March 31 photo, The Mormon Tabernacle Choir performs during the twice-annual conference of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. The well-known choir was renamed Friday, Oct. 5, to strip out the word Mormon in a move showing the faith's new president is serious about ending shorthand names for the religion that have been used for generations by church members and previously promoted by the church. The gospel singing group will now be called 'The Tabernacle Choir at Temple Square,' The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints said in a statement. (AP Photo/Rick Bowmer, File)
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Religion

Political tension in Nicaragua forces LDS missionaries to move

By Sarah Sparks
May 22, 2018 12:00 AM
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints announced Tuesday it will transfer 169 of the 327 missionaries serving in Nicaragua because of political instability.
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Religion

LDS Church publishes statement on Utah Marijuana Initiative

By Jillian Argento
April 10, 2018 12:00 AM
The LDS Church released a statement Tuesday supporting the Utah Medical Association’s opposition to the proposed Utah marijuana initiative, a ballot measure that would let voters decide whether to legalize medical marijuana in the Beehive State.
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Religion

Russian temple announcement 'life-changing' for members

By Kaleena Mckell
April 04, 2018 12:00 AM
BYU student Bogdan Mukhametkaliev (right) was in the conference center when President Russell M. Nelson announced there would be a temple in Russia. He was joined by friends (from left) Jeremy Evans, Daniel Tegai, Anya Kuznetsova, Alexander Suslov, Liliya Khamzina and Katya Mokhnatkina. (Bogdan Mukhametkaliev)
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Readers' Forum

Readers' Forum April 3, 2018

By Camille Baker
April 03, 2018 12:00 AM
Gender pay gap
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Religion

New LDS Young Women General Presidency called

By Carley Porter
March 31, 2018 12:00 AM
Sisters Bonnie L. Oscarson, Carol F. McConkie and Neill F. Marriott were released from the Young Women General Presidency during the Saturday afternoon session of General Conference.
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Religion

LDS Church announces policy updates regarding abuse

By Mckenna Park
March 27, 2018 12:00 AM
The First Presidency of the LDS Church released an official letter and resource document Monday updating church policy on preventing abuse. (Dani Jardine)
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