“Every region of the world is seeing an acceleration in the growth of convert baptisms.”
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These men were strangers before beginning their missions in Nauvoo.
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A Latter-day Saint father recently pulled off something amazing for his family.
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Portrayals of missionary safety in the media may leave people with questions. Here are some reassuring answers.
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Single men over 40 may now serve, and opportunities for single sisters are expanding.
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It might seem early, but now is the time to start gathering your missionary’s Christmas package to ensure their gifts are mailed in time.
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In 2004, a woman prayed that her newborn twins would find a loving home. On the other side of the world, an Arizona couple felt called to adopt.
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If you have a missionary out serving right now, this message from Elder Uchtdorf will uplift and inspire them.
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Ore Kaffo lived with her foster parents until a fateful day when she was almost 7 years old.
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Church leaders recently hosted the president of the International Olympic Committee for a special visit to Temple Square.
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Elder Jonathan Scheible and Elder Steven Evans served as mission companions in 1991. Now their sons serve as companions in the French-speaking Republic of Congo Brazzaville Mission.
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Here are a few insights from Apostles on the divine inspiration behind this special process.
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Lately, I’ve come to see wearing garments as a very deliberate choice I make—a choice that is becoming ever more meaningful to me.
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When asked why she wanted to serve a mission, her response was, “Because it’s the right thing to do.”
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Support a new missionary during their first weeks in the MTC by sharing these important reminders.
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In June 2024, the Montoya family reunited with the families who introduced them to the gospel 50 years ago.
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The family couldn’t believe it. With 414 missions worldwide, all three young men are learning Spanish to serve in the same country.
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Elder Andersen reassured new missionaries by sharing a scripture exercise you could easily try with your family.
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Singer Brandon Pak found newfound peace coming back to church after years away. Read his story and hopeful advice for supporting loved ones who leave.
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“Between the excitement and adrenaline—and also knowing this might be the only time a missionary would have this opportunity—made it pretty easy for me to share something I love so much!”
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Encourage a missionary during a difficult transfer or season with these comforting scriptures.
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It’s easy to compare our results to others. But the great missionaries Ammon and Aaron weren’t doing that, and we shouldn’t either.
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Think of this as a job board for senior missionaries, and a lot of the opportunities listed are of “critical” need.
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“I felt a missing part of me kind of fill in a little,” said Elder Micah Beckstead of reuniting with his biological sister.
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Time and again, President Nelson has experienced the power of the Book of Mormon when sharing this passage with guests around the globe.
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Since 2022, a limited number of local missionaries have received training in a temporary center, leading to the need for a permanent facility.
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This brief video, captured in Guatemala, will touch your heart.
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Rosângela Lula da Silva, Brazil’s first lady, shared a heartwarming photo with missionaries, thanking them for their help in the relief efforts in southern Brazil.
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I believe reading this book will help missionaries have a better mission experience, which will ultimately impact the rest of their lives.
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From missions to marriage, young adulthood involves big decisions. Elder and Sister Godoy recently shared their tips for navigating this crucial time.
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From a new Q&A, it’s clear that this iconic Latter-day Saint director’s passion for bringing true stories of faith to the big screen runs deep.
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Right before WWII, 79 missionaries rushed to escape Germany. They experienced miracles—and so did those who brought their stories to the big screen.
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For these twins, the idea of being apart for two years came with some anxiety. But they soon realized their missions would be closer than they thought.
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Maybe you’re like me and found it bittersweet to send your child on a mission. Here are a few thoughts to bring peace during the pain of saying goodbye.
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Massive forest fires grew over the weekend in central and coastal Chile, killing at least 112 people and destroying thousands of homes.
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Brighten a missionary’s day this February with these fun ideas.
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Whether I was building up wind energy or the restored gospel, I always relied on foundational principles. And they’ve never let me down.
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To help in training new full-time missionaries from Southeast Asia and other regions, the Church will open a new missionary training center in Bangkok, Thailand effective January 2024.
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Ariana and Briana Mendez share a lot of things as twins, but they never anticipated finding and sharing a belief in the restored gospel.
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Church leaders have also adjusted a policy: Prospective missionaries can submit their missionary recommendations up to 150 days prior to their availability date instead of 120 days.
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Experiencing worldly fame helped Brandon Pak realize how much sweeter the joy of the gospel is.
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A power outage at the MTC becomes a miraculous moment.
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Several Latter-day Saint leaders were asked about their hopes and dreams for the next generation of missionaries.
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While missionaries’ challenges are many, our support from home can make a big difference! Here are a few practical ways parents and friends can help.
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I’ve become a firm believer in a gentle power that carried me through anxiety as a missionary in ways I’d never dreamed possible: family history.
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For Dan, finding his old Mustang is ‘truly a blessing.’
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Changes to the missionary handbook address commonly asked questions clarify existing standards for missionaries, prospective missionaries, mission leaders, and families.
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Elders Tanner, Brandon, and Cole Ashworth all landed within twenty minutes of each other, flying home from the Arizona Tucson Mission, the Michigan Detroit Mission, and the Oregon Portland Mission.
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The Church’s new Serve a Mission landing page can help answer questions for prospective young, service, and senior missionaries.
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The number of missionaries representing The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints has increased over the past year. Here are the inspiring numbers behind the shift.
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President Nelson recently announced a second edition of Preach My Gospel, saying, “It contains some of the best instruction I have ever seen to help people accept the Lord’s invitation to come unto Him.”
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