Interfaith roundtable to discuss new temple
Local leaders of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints will host a virtual Interfaith Roundtable titled, “Why Temples in Modern Times,” Tuesday, May 11 at 7 p.m.
BYU Women’s Conference
The 2021 BYU Women’s Conference, cosponsored by Brigham Young University and the Relief Society of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, will be available online beginning Thursday and Friday, April 29–30, 2021.
Local members to gather virtually for General Conference
Members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints will gather virtually this weekend (April 3-4) for the church’s semiannual General Conference.
Day of Fasting & Prayer
Dear Friends, As members of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints we believe that from the beginning of time God has asked his children to fast to help them draw nearer to Him, to worship Him, to concentrate on spiritual matters, and to help them overcome weaknesses or problems (see Chapter 25 - Fasting, Gospel Principles). The Book of Mormon prophet Alma declared, “Nevertheless the children of God were commanded that they should gather themselves together oft, and join in fasting and mighty prayer in behalf of the welfare of the souls of those [...]
Black History Month a time to reflect
TALLAHASSEE – For the people who operate FamilySearch, a family history and genealogical records website sponsored by The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, every month is Black History Month – not just when February rolls around on the calendar – and the interest is not limited to the Black community. “Black History Month is a learning opportunity for all people,” said Kayla Jackson, FamilySearch marketing coordinator. “We want to highlight those stories to help people understand how Black narratives are interwoven and integrated into American history.” Delois Hollinger and Tichaona Matewa of Tallahassee, two [...]
Area residents respond to Light the World nativity project
TALLAHASSEE – Area residents in northwest Florida and southern Georgia responded to a LightTheWorld.org holiday promotion by The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints that asked families to submit photos of their favorite nativity scenes. The promotion was addressed to Facebook users in the church’s Tallahassee Stake, which includes seven congregations in Tallahassee and congregations in Thomasville, Cairo, Quincy, Madison, Perry, and Crawfordville. Submissions were sent to the Tallahassee Stake News & Events website and Facebook page. Erin and Josh Matson of Tallahassee submitted a photo of a nativity they acquired in Jerusalem. “We were so excited [...]
COVID-19 Crisis—A Wake-Up Call for Religious Freedom
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Family History Library is bringing resources to your home
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