Church leaders recently hosted Thomas Bach, president of the International Olympic Committee, for a special visit to Temple Square.
Acting President Jeffrey R. Holland enthusiastically assured Bach that "no one will be more supportive of these Olympics than [the Church] will."
Church leaders also emphasized the value of Utah's volunteerism for the 2034 Games and the added benefit of having former missionaries who speak languages from all over the world.
“Thank you for highlighting the volunteers,” Bach said. “This is one of the values we share with your Church. It’s about unity. It’s about volunteerism. It’s about one global world. It’s about peace. Therefore, for me it’s no surprise we get along with each other.”
Read more about this meeting and the gifts Church leaders and Bach exchanged at Church Newsroom.