During the week of March 22-28, Elder Neil A. Anderson of the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles completed a 12-day mission to the Pacific region of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and posted about it on his social media accounts.
Elder Patrick Keylon and his wife, Sister Jennifer Keylon, of the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles served in four countries and territories in Asia: Taiwan, Laos, Hong Kong, and Thailand.
Elder Clark G. Gilbert of the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles spoke at an event on Harvard University’s campus about how to support faith at the university.
Two new statues depicting Jesus Christ suffering in the Garden of Gethsemane and carrying the cross before his crucifixion have been installed in Temple Square.
The Davao Philippines Temple is now open to the public for guided tours.
A new location for the Charlotte North Carolina Temple has been announced. Additionally, renderings of the Vienna Temple in Austria and the Culiacan Temple in Mexico were released. Yorba Linda Temple is also open to the public and reservations are available now.
Elder K. Brett Nattress of the General Authority Seventy spoke about trusting in Jesus Christ during a devotional at Ensign College.
Elder Nathan A. Craig of the Area Seventy met with Kentucky Governor Andy Beshear to discuss faith and service.
On this week’s episode of the “Church News” podcast, BYU professor Matthew Gray talks about the lessons he remembers during the Easter season.
Read the overview and find links to articles below.
1. Elder Andersen reminds his social media followers about his recent service in the Pacific Area
Elder Anderson brought his social media followers with him on a 12-day mission to the Pacific region. The apostle posted multiple interviews, interactions, and highlights from his ministry from March 11th to 22nd.
He was accompanied by his wife, Sister Kathy Andersen, and by Elder Edward Dube of the Presidency of the Seventy and his wife, Sister Naume Dube.
Learn more about Elder Anderson’s ministry here.
2. “Look to the Savior Jesus Christ” encouraged by Elder Kiaron during his mission in Asia.
Elder and Sister Kearon met with members, missionaries, leaders, and friends during a 10-day mission in four Asian countries and territories: Taiwan, Laos, Hong Kong, and Thailand. While in Asia, Elder Kiaron emphasized the importance of having faith in the Savior and embracing repentance as an opportunity filled with joy and hope, especially during difficult times.
His mission will be the first time in 20 years that an apostle of the Church has served in Laos.
Learn more about Elder Kiaron’s ministry in Asia.
3. Elder Clark G. Gilbert invites Harvard students and faculty to stand up for their faith in the public square
Elder Gilbert spoke to students and faculty at Harvard University about the role of faith in the public sphere. Elder Gilbert said faith-based and faith-inclusive colleges and universities need to deepen young people’s sense of purpose and provide a sense of belonging.
The speech was a return to Harvard University, where he earned his Ph.D. and taught at the business school.
Learn more about Elder Gilbert at Harvard University.
4. Two new statues in Temple Square represent Christ’s “greater love”
Just before Easter, two new statues were installed in Temple Square, depicting the Savior at two key moments of the first Holy Week. These statues depict Christ suffering in the Garden of Gethsemane and carrying the cross before his crucifixion.
They stand near the Temple Square Visitors Center plaza, just south of the Salt Lake Temple in Salt Lake City.
Learn more about the two new statues here.
5. General invitation to tour of the Lord’s house in Davao, Philippines
The Davao Philippines Temple is open to the public. The tour to the House of the Lord in Davao begins on March 26 and continues until April 10, excluding Sundays.
This will be the fifth temple to be dedicated in the Philippines.
Click here to learn more about the Davao Philippine Temple Open House.
6. New location announced for Charlotte North Carolina Temple, renderings of Austrian and Mexican temples released, reservations available for Yorba Linda open house
A new location for the Charlotte North Carolina Temple has been announced. This will be the second temple in North Carolina.
Conceptual drawings of the Vienna Temple in Austria and the Culiacan Temple in Mexico have been released. The Vienna Temple will be the first of its kind in Japan. Culiacan Temple is one of 27 temples in various stages in Mexico.
Reservations are now available online to tour the Yorba Linda California Temple during its public opening hours. The open house will be held from April 30th to May 23rd, excluding Sundays.
Learn more about the Charlotte North Carolina Temple. Learn more about Austria and Mexico renderings here. Learn more about the Yorda Linda Temple Open House.
7. Trust in Jesus Christ — “That’s where we find our strength,” Elder Nattress teaches.
During a devotional held at Ensign College on Tuesday, March 24, Elder Nattress reflected on the importance of trusting in Jesus Christ. He shared that in a world of complex issues, the answer is always Jesus Christ.
“He is the very Way, the Truth, and the Light,” Elder Nattress said.
Learn more about Elder Nattress’ dedication here.
8. Area Seventy meets with Kentucky Governor prior to missionary leadership in Ghana
Elder Craig met with Kentucky Governor Andy Beshear to discuss faith and service. Mr. Beshear expressed his appreciation for the church’s humanitarian and volunteer efforts in Kentucky, especially the efforts of members to come together to support local communities during natural disasters.
Elder Craig and his wife, Sister Amy K. Craig, were recently called to preside over the new Ghana Accra South Mission.
Click here for more information on visiting local seventy people.
9. Church News Podcast Episode 286: How Passover, Easter, and the Sacraments Bring Hope and Increase Faith
This week’s episode of the Church News podcast features Matthew Gray, professor of ancient scripture and coordinator of ancient Near Eastern studies at BYU. He shares lessons from the Feast of Passover and the institution of the sacrament that we can remember during the Easter season.
Gray testifies to how the sacrament points to hope in the past, present, and future thanks to the Atonement of Jesus Christ.
Listen to the podcast here.
