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Members of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints gather around the world to listen to messages from the Church’s leaders. Individuals gather in the Conference Center, Temple Square, and can listen anywhere through streaming. Though the option to listen...
Curious what stood out at this year’s General Conference? Here’s a recap of the key messages and main topics from all four sessions. Ministering and Service During the Saturday morning session, Sister Kristin M. Yee of the Relief Society General Presidency spoke about...
During the Saturday afternoon session of the 196th Annual General Conference, President D. Todd Christofferson announced a new Primary General Presidency. The new leadership consists of President Rosemary K. Chibota as the Primary president, Sister Nina M. Garfield as...
The yelling is heard before the top of the Conference Center comes into view. Voices pierce the morning air. Flyers rustle, books and notecards are thrust toward passersby. The noise is constant, insistent. The bright sunlight glints off tall signs. Some might assume...
While many General Conference attendees wear traditional “Sunday best,” a growing number incorporate pieces of clothing or accessories that reflect their heritage. These saints blend cultural pride with reverence. Members wear leis. Image Credit: Kali Vance At General...
The music swelled, and the voices soared. Alyce Rivera and Seth Lay stood with the rest of BYU-Idaho’s Student Choir as they performed at the Conference Center during General Conference weekend. Thousands attended in person, and millions more streamed the performance...
Elder Dill Strasser stood near the sidewalk, the brim of his tall black top hat catching the morning light as visitors hurried past him toward General Conference. In a crowd of dark suits and spring dresses, the hat made him easy to spot. That was the point. “This hat...
In between the Saturday morning and afternoon sessions of the 196th General Conference, Alex Boye sidled up next to protestors standing on the edge of the sidewalk. The Dreamspire Orchestra followed behind him, carrying trumpets, cellos and other instruments. The...
In the Saturday afternoon session of the 196th General Conference, President D. Todd Christofferson announced the new Primary General Presidency, releasing Susan H. Porter, Amy A. Wright and Tracy Y. Browning. Rosemary K. Chibota, Nina M. Garfield and Theresa A....
When Elder Clark G. Gilbert spoke during Saturday’s morning session of the 196th Semiannual General Conference. He shared three stories of converts overcoming struggles and “finding their way home.” Four members visiting the temple grounds shared how they were...
During the Saturday morning session of the 196th General Conference, members of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints had the opportunity to sustain Dallin H. Oaks as Prophet and President of the Church. The previous president, Russell M. Nelson, passed away...
As thousands of members gather in Salt Lake City for the 196th General Conference of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, the Salt Lake City Police Department has increased security measures in and around meetinghouses and event locations. Additional...
