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What was Bethlehem like when Jesus was born? – Church News
WEBDec 19, 2022 · Among these locations, the site most associated with the beginnings of the New Testament story is Bethlehem — the setting of Jesus’ birth as described in the Gospels of Matthew and Luke. Visitors to Bethlehem immediately feel of its profound scriptural significance as they recall the events of the Nativity while viewing the ancient ...
Why some words and phrases are no longer used in the
WEBSep 29, 2021 · The terms “proselyting missionary” and “Church-service missionary” are no longer used in the handbook. Instead, the term “missionary” is used to refer to anyone who has received a call to serve. “We’re trying to avoid some stigma of the kind of mission you serve. What’s important is you serve the Lord,” Elder Perkins said.
‘Come, Follow Me’ simplifies from 4 manuals to 1 - Church News
WEBDec 13, 2023 · The Church has made the first significant adjustment to the “Come, Follow Me” curriculum since 2019. See how it is simplifying from four manuals to one.
Full texts of October 2022 general conference talks now
WEBOct 5, 2022 · The full text of the 35 talks given at the October 2022 general conference are available online now in English on ChurchofJesusChrist.org and Gospel Library app. Spanish and Portuguese are expected by this weekend.
Get to know Church’s new 36 new missions – Church News
WEBNov 8, 2023 · With 36 new missions of the Church of Jesus Christ coming in 2024, get to know the cities, states and countries a little better.
First Presidency expands senior service missionary opportunities ...
WEBMay 6, 2021 · Based on area presidency direction and approval, eligible members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints anywhere in the world may now be considered for a senior service mission. A letter from the First Presidency released May 6 details the expanded senior service mission opportunities. “We are deeply grateful for the faithful service of senior missionaries around the world and ...
A look at Utah’s 28 Latter-day Saint temples – Church News
WEBMar 31, 2023 · A look at Latter-day Saint temples in Utah — 28 total, and going strong In a state of 2.16 million members, the Church has 14 temples operating and another 14 under construction, under renovation or awaiting dedication
Map shows area breakdown of Church of Jesus Christ’s 411 …
WEBSep 30, 2022 · The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints has 411 missions spread across the world, from North and South America to Europe and Africa and on to Asia and Australia/Oceania. The Church News has a world map showing an area-by-area breakdown of the 411 missions, and the countries in the various areas. The map is arranged by general global or geographic areas, not by the 23 area divisions ...