The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints has released new guidance to help prospective full-time missionaries prepare for service as missionary numbers continue to reach historic levels. Church leaders announced that missionaries may submit their applications through local leaders up to 150 days before their availability date, giving families more time to complete medical, dental, passport, visa and spiritual preparations. Leaders encourage young men and women to begin meeting with their bishop or branch president well before the application window opens. Possible Solutions / Key Takeaways • Begin missionary preparation early by working with local Church leaders and completing required documents in advance • Focus on spiritual, emotional and practical readiness to ensure a successful missionary experience #MissionaryWork #LDS #ChurchNews #PresidentOaks #JesusChrist #MissionPreparation #BreakingNews

"Peace I leave with you, my peace I give unto you." — John 14:27. Christ’s peace steadies our hearts during uncertainty. As we follow Him, we can face every challenge with hope, patience, and unwavering faith. #ChristlikeAttitude #JesusChrist #Peace #Faith

With just 10 months left before the public open house begins, construction teams are making significant progress on the extensive renovation of the Salt Lake Temple. Workers are now completing key phases of the project as preparations continue for visitors to tour the historic temple before its rededication. #SaltLakeTemple #TempleRenovation #LDSChurch #ChurchofJesusChrist #TempleOpenHouse #FaithInAction #HistoricPreservation #SaltLakeCity #TempleConstruction #GospelOfJesusChrist #CommunityEngagement #TempleRededication

President Dallin H. Oaks announced that The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints will soon have the largest number of full-time missionaries in its history, with more than 87,000 missionaries currently serving worldwide and even more expected in the coming weeks. The increase is being driven by the first wave of 18-year-old sister missionaries and the creation of 55 new missions in July, bringing the global total to 506 missions. Speaking to new mission leaders, President Oaks said missionary work is reaching historic growth and emphasized that missionaries are called to testify of Jesus Christ and invite people to come unto Him. Possible Solutions / Key Takeaways • Continue strengthening missionary preparation and leadership support as the number of missionaries grows • Focus missionary efforts on teaching the doctrine of Christ with clarity, faith and Christlike example #PresidentOaks #MissionaryWork #LDS #ChurchNews #JesusChrist #BreakingNews #WorldNews

The public open house of the San Diego Temple provides a valuable opportunity to share and strengthen faith in Jesus Christ, according to Neil L. Andersen. He emphasized that welcoming visitors into the temple allows members of the Church to testify of Jesus Christ and help others better understand His gospel and the sacred purpose of temples. #SanDiegoTemple #JesusChrist #FaithInChrist #TempleOpenHouse #LatterDaySaints #ElderAndersen #ChristianFaith #TempleWorship #ShareTheGospel #CommunityOutreach #TheChurchOfJesusChrist #FaithAndHope

Youth from the Brambleton Virginia Stake of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints experienced a taste of missionary life during an “MTC night” last month, strengthening their confidence in sharing the gospel with others. #LDS #ChurchOfJesusChrist

Renovations at Temple Square continue as crews remove final scaffolding around the Salt Lake Temple and install detailed art glass. The artwork features scenes from the life of Jesus Christ, highlighting His ministry and teachings with careful craftsmanship. #TempleSquare #SaltLakeTemple #ChurchNews #Faith #JesusChrist

The First Presidency has shared a twofold invitation for people to reflect on and celebrate Easter, while bearing testimony of the love of Jesus Christ in a newly released video message. ✝️🎥 #Easter #JesusChrist

The First Presidency invited members and the public to celebrate Easter by attending Palm Sunday services on March 29, 2026, and watching the General Conference of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints on April 4–5. In a special message, church leaders shared testimonies about the love and Resurrection of Jesus Christ. #Easter #GeneralConference #JesusChrist #Faith

The First Presidency invited people worldwide to feel God’s love this Easter season by attending Palm Sunday services and watching General Conference of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Leaders including Henry B. Eyring and Dallin H. Oaks testified of the Resurrection of Jesus Christ and His love, emphasizing hope, redemption and eternal life. #Easter #JesusChrist #GeneralConference #Faith

The First Presidency of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints — President Dallin H. Oaks, President Henry B. Eyring, and President D. Todd Christofferson — shared a message of hope and testimony for Easter, affirming the central Christian truth that Jesus Christ is risen. Quoting the angels at the empty tomb — “Why seek ye the living among the dead?” — they testify that Christ’s Resurrection brings peace, strengthens faith, and ensures that death is conquered. They invite all to seek Jesus Christ this Easter season and deepen their testimony of His living reality and redeeming grace. #EasterMessage #HeIsRisen #JesusChrist #FirstPresidency #LatterDaySaints #Faith #Resurrection

Composer Michael R. Hicks created the “FSY Medley” by combining “As Sisters in Zion” (by Emily H. Woodmansee) and “We’ll Bring the World His Truth” (by Janice Kapp Perry). While serving as a counselor for Especially for Youth (EFY), he felt inspired to blend the two melodies into one powerful medley. The song, now known as the “FSY Medley,” is sung worldwide at youth conferences of #Michael#R.#Hicks #FSY #The ChurchofJesusChristof Latter-daySaints.