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McGill Marks 10th Anniversary of Annual Global Mormon Studies Lectures
The McGill University School of Religious Studies hosted the 10th Anniversary Global Mormon Studies Lecture, a symposium titled “Religion and Globalization: Exploring Ethnicity and Gender in Global Mormon Studies.” Scholars gathered on November 20, 2024, to speak on topics related to The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day...
Summary of 2024 Light the World News
From Newsroom (Salt Lake City) This page provides a summary of the news and information about the 2024 Light the World Giving Machines of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints
The First Presidency Creates the Canada Area of the Church
From Newsroom (Salt Lake City) The First Presidency of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints has announced the creation of a new Canada Area to better provide leadership and support for all Church members in Canada.
Donation Brings Privacy and Dignity to Montreal-Area Emergency Service Facilities
The Old Brewery Mission (OBM), one of Canada’s oldest and largest homeless shelters, recently inaugurated new living spaces at its men’s shelter due to a C$1 million donation (US$769,230) from The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. The renovation project was part of the OBM’s vision to phase out dormitories at its...
A Worldwide Invitation to Light the World This Christmas Season
From Newsroom (Salt Lake City) Wherever you are this Christmas season, The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints encourages everyone to echo that message by bringing light and hope to those in need.
The First Presidency’s 2024 Christmas Message
From Newsroom (Salt Lake City) The First Presidency of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints — President Russell M. Nelson, President Dallin H. Oaks and President Henry B. Eyring — released its annual Christmas message on Friday, November 29, 2024.
Is Freedom of Religion or Belief Important in Our Day?
People from various faith groups gathered at the Alberta Legislature grounds on October 27, 2024, for a conference addressing freedom of religion or belief. This was the fourth such conference held in Edmonton, which has previously featured guests from Christian, Jewish, Muslim and Sikh faiths. Interfaith gatherings like this,...
Taber Vegetable Garden Grows Produce and Harvests Community Spirit
The Vegetable Garden in Taber provides about 16,000 pounds of fresh produce annually to food banks in southeastern Alberta and across the province while building relationships and fostering community engagement among its donors and volunteers. The garden began in 2016 on farmland near Barnwell, Alberta, owned by The Church...
Bishop Caussé Meets With Community Organizations in Montreal
On a recent trip to Montreal, Bishop Gérald Caussé, Presiding Bishop of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, met with community organizations and spoke to local Church members.
You Can Lift Another at a Light the World Giving Machine
From Newsroom (Salt Lake City) As you look for ways to bring light and hope to others this Christmas season, consider visiting a Light the World Giving Machine.