Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints

Frances J. Monson Remembered by Faithful Gathered in the Salt Lake Tabernacle

Bob Nelson — Thu, 23 May 2013 23:41:31 +0000

Hundreds of mourners gathered at the LDS Tabernacle in Temple Square Thursday to remember Frances J. Monson, the wife of President Thomas S Monson, of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Ann M. Dibb says her mother used her quiet manner to show her deep conviction and strength of her faith.

“As a family we are so grateful to Frances Monson for her legacy, a legacy of humility, service, faithfulness and love,” Dibb said.

Boy Scouts of America Open Scouting to Gay Youth

Dan Bammes — Thu, 23 May 2013 22:38:51 +0000

The Boy Scouts of America has voted to change its policy on including gay youth. At a meeting in Grapevine, Texas 61-percent of the delegates from Scout councils across the country voted to support the change, which still bars gay adults from becoming Scout leaders. A delegate from Utah who says it was a very civil debate, even though there were strong feelings on both sides.

Scout Leaders Gather for Vote on Including Gays

Dan Bammes — Wed, 22 May 2013 19:22:05 +0000

Boy Scout leaders from all over the country are gathering in Texas for a vote on a change in policy that would allow young gay men to participate in Scouting.

LDS Groups Plan Bigger Role in Utah Pride Parade

Dan Bammes — Mon, 20 May 2013 20:23:43 +0000

Mormons marching in their Sunday best were a big part of last year’s Utah Pride Parade in Salt Lake City. This year, even more could turn out to support the LGBT community.

The group Mormons Building Bridges will be joined by the group Mormons for Equality. In all, Corey Howard with Mormons Building Bridges expects as many as five hundred marchers.

Frances Monson, Wife of LDS President, Passes Away

Dan Bammes — Fri, 17 May 2013 17:17:01 +0000

Frances Monson, the wife of President Thomas S. Monson of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, passed away early this morning at the age of 85.

LDS Church Endorses Boy Scouts Policy Proposal

Dan Bammes — Fri, 26 Apr 2013 17:33:30 +0000

The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints is endorsing a proposed policy change by the Boy Scouts of America that would let young gay men participate as members, but would still exclude gay adults from leade

LDS Women Seek Ordination

Dan Bammes — Sun, 07 Apr 2013 16:36:35 +0000

The prayer offered by Jean Stevens at the end of the Saturday morning session of the General Conference of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints was unprecedented – no woman has ever been asked to pray in a General Conference session.

The change could be seen as part of an effort to draw attention to the leadership roles Mormon women already serve in their church – and a way of countering pressure from some members to ordain women to the LDS priesthood.

30-Year-Old Deal Could Save Salt Lake County Millions of Dollars

Brian Grimmett — Mon, 25 Mar 2013 23:09:33 +0000

A deal made more than 30 years ago between the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and Salt Lake County could end up saving taxpayers millions of dollars.

Peter Cooke Called as LDS Mission President

Dan Bammes — Thu, 10 Jan 2013 19:08:38 +0000

Retired U.S. Army Major General Peter Cooke was the Democratic Party nominee for governor of Utah in the 2012 election, but lost to the Republican incumbent, Gary Herbert. He says it was a surprise when church leaders asked him to be a mission president a few days ago. He doesn't yet know where he'll be assigned among the church's 350 missions worldwide, but he says his wife Heather and their four children are delighted with the opportunity to serve.

KUER News Pod: Tuesday September 4, 2012

Brian Grimmett — Tue, 04 Sep 2012 17:47:19 +0000

LDS Democrats prepare to use the National Convention to grow their caucus, Democratic Congressman Jim Matheson is staying home, and the Red Cross tries to make emergency food taste better.

Italian Government Grants LDS Church Official Status

Brian Grimmett — Tue, 07 Aug 2012 22:30:00 +0000

After decades of negotiations the Italian Government has finally granted the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints official status as a church and partner of the state.

Church Asks Members to "Sustain" MTC Project

Dan Bammes — Mon, 09 Jul 2012 20:42:38 +0000

Some of the neighbors around the Missionary Training Center in Provo opposed plans to build a nine-story addition, saying a building that tall doesn't fit the neighborhood. It's been a planning and zoning issue with the city of Provo. But now they're being asked to support it based on their commitment to the church.