Debbie Worthen
Rabbis asked to take down Jewish pride signs at Utah Jazz game
In a surprising turn of events during last night's Utah Jazz game against the Dallas Mavericks, a group of Utah Jazz fans found themselves at the center of controversy after being asked to take down signs that read "I'm Jewish and proud."4 months ago
Associated Press
Pope says ‘our hearts are in Bethlehem’ as he presides over the Christmas Eve Mass in St. Peter’s
Recalling Jesus’ birth in a stable in Bethlehem, Pope Francis in a Christmas Eve homily said that “the clash of arms even today" prevents Jesus “from finding room in the world.”4 months ago
Associated Press
Faith groups say more foster families are needed to care for the children coming to the US alone
Faith and community groups across the country are trying to recruit many more foster families to help move the children from overwhelmed government facilities. U.S. authorities encountered nearly 140,000 unaccompanied minors at the border with Mexico in fiscal year 2023, according to U.S. Customs and Border Protection.4 months ago
Mark Jones
Church announces temple locations for England, the Philippines
Temple locations in England and the Philippines were announced Monday by The First Presidency of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.4 months ago
Nicole Winfield
Pope approves blessings for same-sex couples if the rituals don’t resemble marriage
Pope formally approves same-sex blessings, says people shouldn’t be subject to "exhaustive moral analysis" to get them.4 months ago
Josh Ellis
Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints to open missionary training center in Thailand
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints announced it will open a new missionary training center in Bangkok, Thailand, in 2024.5 months ago
Larry D. Curtis
Man arrested for vandalizing Provo temple with a hammer
A man was arrested Tuesday on suspicion of vandalism at the Provo Temple.5 months ago
Mike Anderson
Little Wyoming town recreates Bethlehem experience to big Christmas crowds
People in a small Wyoming community put on a different kind of Christmas display: a recreation of the little town of Bethlehem. The effort drew large crowds while uniting different faiths to share the true meaning of the holiday.5 months ago
Debbie Worthen
‘Project Menorah’ is uniting people of all faiths to support the Jewish community
In downtown Salt Lake City, the Gallivan Center shines with the glow of a menorah, symbolizing the unity and resilience of the Jewish community on the fifth night of Hanukkah.5 months ago
Michael Houck
Dedication dates announced for temples in Layton, Mexico, and Philippines
The First Presidency of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints has released the open house and dedication dates for multiple temples across the globe on Monday.5 months ago
Tad Walch, Deseret News
‘I’m planning on eternity’: President Holland rededicates historic St. George Utah Temple
President Jeffrey R. Holland rededicated the St. George Utah Temple, the oldest operating temple of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, after a major renovation.5 months ago
Devin Oldroyd
Lloyd Newell announces departure from ‘Music & the Spoken Word’
After 34 years, Lloyd Newell, host of the Tabernacle Choir’s “Music & the Spoken Word”, announced he is concluding his service next year.5 months ago
Josh Ellis
Elder Patrick Kearon called to Quorum of the Twelve Apostles
Elder Patrick Kearon has been called as the newest member of the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.5 months ago
Larry D. Curtis
First night of Hanukkah celebrations planned at Utah Capitol rotunda
Thursday is the first night of Hanukkah with a celebration at 6 p.m. at the Utah State Capitol Rotunda.5 months ago
Emma Benson
From one faith to another: Church of Tonga building dedicated
The Free Wesleyan Church of Tonga has a new church building which was formerly a church building for the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.5 months ago
Erin Cox
Consul general of Israel visits Utah, believes Beehive State can help Israel’s future
The Consul General of Israel, Israel Bachar, paid Utah leaders a visit this week, but his focus was not on the conflict alone.5 months ago
Michael Houck
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints announces McKinney Texas Temple site
The First Presidency of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints announced a name change and the location for a temple near North Dallas, Texas, on Monday.5 months ago
Tad Walch, Deseret News
Church responds to AP story detailing 2015 Idaho abuse case
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints responded Sunday night to an Associated Press story that detailed allegations about a former church member who allegedly sexually abused his daughter.5 months ago
Emily Ashcraft
Leaders of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints urge remembrance of Christ this Christmas season
President Russell M. Nelson, of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, invited members to come and "adore" Christ at the annual First Presidency Christmas Devotional on Sunday.5 months ago
KSL.com
Church of Jesus Christ invites people to Light the World with display at NYC’s Times Square
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints took over the iconic New York City Times Square on Monday, to show scenes of Jesus Christ's birth and the traditional nativity.5 months ago
Shara Park
Family of Isabelle Parr celebrates her life on the anniversary of her death
A Holladay family is offering forgiveness to the driver of a hit and run accident that took the life of UVU student Isabelle Parr.5 months ago
Carter Williams, KSL.com
Church implements ‘important’ landscape pilot program to cut water use
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints has redesigned the landscape outside six of its Utah meetinghouses and is working to complete a seventh as it seeks to move forward with new conservation goals first outlined last year at the height of the state's severe drought.5 months ago
Mark Jones
Open house dates announced for Manti Utah Temple
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints announced Monday that the Manti Utah Temple will be rededicated on April 21, 2024.5 months ago
