The Sacred Foundation of the Family During the Saturday afternoon session of the 195th Semiannual General Conference of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, Elder Ronald A. Rasband of the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles spoke with great tenderness and conviction about the sacred nature of the family. His message, titled “The Family Proclamation — Words From God,” centered on the enduring power and divine origin of “The Family: A… Read more
How Do LDS Temples Differ from Chapels?
When people see a building of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter day Saints, they quickly notice that not all buildings look the same. Some are simple chapels where families gather every Sunday, while others are larger and more ornate temples that stand as landmarks in many cities. For those not familiar with the faith, this difference can be confusing. Why are there two types of church buildings? Why are chapels… Read more
Starting a Family Young: Trusting God’s Timing and Building Eternal Joy
Families Are at the Center of God's Plan As Latter-day Saints, we understand that families are not temporary social units. They are eternal structures ordained by God for our growth, joy, and salvation. In The Family: A Proclamation to the World, we are taught that “the family is central to the Creator’s plan for the eternal destiny of His children.” That truth has never changed. But the world we live in often… Read more