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BYU becoming too liberal? Are some professors actually teaching ideas that contradict gospel principles? There have been some concerning incidents at BYU where faculty members have been dismissed or had their contracts not renewed, allegedly due to their views or advocacy around LGBTQ+ issues that were seen as conflicting with …

New Initiative for Military Veterans The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints has launched a new initiative to provide comprehensive support for military veterans and their families. This significant effort was organized by the Church’s Military Relations, Chaplain Services and Prison Ministries Division of the Priesthood and Family Department, which has been advising the First …

LDS Church’s Updated Restrictions on Transgender Members The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints has expanded its restrictions on transgender members with updated policies, including barring them from working with children or serving as teachers. The new general handbook, released Monday, represents another challenge for the LGBTQ community, which has faced state bans and …

The Cross in Latter-day Saint Culture: A Complex History and Evolving Perspective. The use of the cross as a symbol has been a topic of discussion and sometimes debate among members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. While the Church itself does not use the cross as …

Addressing Sexual Orientation and Gender Identity: A Latter-day Saint Perspective From a Latter-day Saint perspective, addressing the topics of sexual orientation and gender identity with our children requires a delicate balance of love, understanding, and adherence to gospel principles. As members of the Church, we believe in treating all individuals with kindness and …

Joseph Smith, the founder of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, led a life marked by profound spiritual experiences, rapid organizational growth, and intense persecution. From 1835 to 1844, Smith’s prophetic career reached its apex, encompassing a period of remarkable achievements and devastating setbacks. This timeline traces the …

The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints has long emphasized the importance of missionary work, considering it a fundamental aspect of its global outreach and spiritual growth. As of December 31, 2023, the Church reported 67,871 full-time missionaries serving worldwide, marking a significant 9% increase from the previous year. …

The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints extends love and support to its brothers and sisters who identify as LGBT or experience same-sex attraction. Watch a brief video or continue reading below 👇. The Church affirms that each individual is a beloved child of Heavenly Parents, created in Their …

In today’s world, young men desperately need strong, virtuous role models to guide them. The challenges facing modern youth are numerous and complex, ranging from societal pressures to moral ambiguity. In this landscape, Captain Moroni stands out as one of the most exceptional examples of manhood in religious history. Captain …

The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints’ stance on abortion is rooted in the commandment found in Doctrine and Covenants 59:6, which states, “Thou shalt not … kill, nor do anything like unto it.” This scripture forms the basis for the Church’s general opposition to elective abortion. The LDS Church firmly opposes elective …