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LDS Young Adults Attend Young Faith Leaders Summit in D.C.
Posted: 4 March 2013Representatives from 10 religious faiths, including several Latter-day Saints, met together for the inauguration of the Washington D.C. Area Young Faith Leaders Summit to discuss how young adults of different faiths can serve in their communities. Full Story
Elder Andersen Marks 30-Year-Anniversary of Church in Haiti
Posted: 4 March 2013Elder Neil L. Andersen’s visit to Haiti February 12, 2013, commemorated the Church’s 30-year anniversary in the country, where there are now nearly 20,000 members. President Thomas S. Monson, who initially dedicated the land for missionary work, recorded a message promising “glorious days” for covenant-keeping members. Full Story
Elder Andersen Commemorates 30-Year Anniversary of Church in Haiti
Posted: 28 February 2013Elder Neil L. Andersen’s visit to Haiti February 12, 2013, commemorated the Church’s 30-year anniversary in the country, where there are now nearly 20,000 members. President Thomas S. Monson, who initially dedicated the land for missionary work, recorded a message promising “glorious days” for covenant-keeping members. Full Story
Elder Andersen Counsels Caribbean Pioneers to Share Light of Christ
Posted: 28 February 2013Elder Neil L. Andersen of the Quorum of the Twelve recently toured the Church’s Caribbean Area, holding several meetings with local priesthood leaders, missionaries, and members throughout the region. Full Story
Church Releases Statement about BSA’s Delayed Decision
Posted: 11 February 2013Church spokesman Michael Purdy released a statement about the Boy Scouts of America’s decision to delay its proposed leadership policy change on Wednesday, February 6. Full Story
Elder Christofferson Counsels Members to Rely on the Lord
Posted: 11 February 2013Elder D. Todd Christofferson stressed the importance of families and spiritual strength as he met with and counseled members and local leaders in Central America during a tour of the area January 11–20. Full Story
President Monson Has Traveled the World
Posted: 7 February 2013Since becoming the Church’s 16th President on February 3, 2008, President Thomas S. Monson has traveled to many places in the world, addressing members, meeting with government leaders, and dedicating temples. See a list of his major travels during the past five years. Full Story
Prophet Has Seen Many Noteworthy Events in Past Five Years
Posted: 7 February 2013Many noteworthy events have occurred during President Thomas S. Monson’s five years as prophet, including placing in the top 10 for the USA Today/Gallup “Most Admired Man” poll and announcing the change in ages of eligible missionaries. Full Story
