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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

New Birmingham England Temple Granted Planning Permission

Plans for a new temple in Birmingham, England, have taken a historic step forward, after planning permission was granted by Birmingham City Council. Once completed, this will be the third temple of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in the United Kingdom.

Church Lights the World in London

from Europe Newsroom “It's the first time in Europe that we've done this on this scale,” said Elder Robert F. Schwartz, an Area Seventy of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, who joined with hundreds of people gathered in London to Light the World on Wednesday, November 13, 2024.

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.

Spreading Joy Through Festive Giving: Light the World Initiative

As part of this global initiative, the Church has introduced its innovative Light the World machines in over 100 locations around the world across 15 countries, including London, Manchester and Solihull in the UK.

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.

Hope Shines Bright at London Ambassadorial Event

Beautiful music, artwork, candlelight and food set the stage for a glorious evening with ambassadors, dignitaries and friends of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. The event on 26 November 2024 was organised by the Church’s International Public Affairs team in London, England.

Light the World Illuminates London Landmark

For members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, Christmas is a time to celebrate the birth of Jesus Christ by following His example of compassion and service. This season, the Church is collaborating with local, national, and international charities to offer hope, support, and meaningful relief to those in ...

President Freeman’s Ministry in Dublin Highlights the Church’s Support for Children

from Europe Newsroom Young Women General President Emily Belle Freeman of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints has launched a 10-day, four-country ministry in northern Europe with a visit to the Ronald McDonald House in Dublin, Ireland, on Friday, November 1, 2024.

‘Saints, Volume 4’ Now Available

From Newsroom (Salt Lake City) The fourth and final volume of “Saints: The Story of the Church of Jesus Christ in the Latter Days” released today in 14 languages. “Sounded in Every Ear” tells the story of the Latter-day Saints from 1955 to 2020 — a period of accelerated worldwide Church growth and temple building.