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A Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints congregation in Grand Blanc, Michigan has started rebuilding work after a deadly attack on the meetinghouse. The reconstruction marks a step toward recovery for the local faith community as it mourns those killed in the incident. Details on the scale of the rebuilding and the congregation's plans remain limited in initial reports.
- 2Grand Blanc Township LDS church begins rebuilding after deadly attack●Grand Blanc Township LDS church begins to rebuild after deadly attack
A Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints congregation in Grand Blanc Township, Michigan, has started rebuilding after a deadly attack on the church. The congregation is moving toward recovery while the community continues to react to the violence that struck the place of worship.
- 3Letter questions LDS Church's selectivity on moral issues▼Letter: In opposing Idaho’s abortion measure, the LDS Church says it weighs in on issues that have ‘significant moral consequences.’ Why, then, does it stay mum on so many others?
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints publicly opposed an Idaho abortion ballot measure, citing its practice of weighing in on issues with 'significant moral consequences.' A letter in the Salt Lake Tribune challenges that reasoning, asking why the church remains silent on many other issues that could equally be described as morally weighty. The critique fuels ongoing debate about the church's political influence in Idaho and Utah.
- 4Grand Blanc Mormon church begins rebuilding one year after deadly attack▼One year after deadly attack, Grand Blanc Mormon church begins rebuilding
One year after a deadly attack on the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints meetinghouse in Grand Blanc, Michigan, the congregation has begun rebuilding. The milestone marks a moment of recovery for the local faith community, which has spent the past year mourning victims while weighing how to move forward from the violence that struck their place of worship.
- 5Latter-day Saints Church Announces Milestones for Multiple Temples▼Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints announces milestones for multiple temples
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints has announced new milestones for several of its temples, according to a report from ABC4 Utah. The announcements cover progress on temple projects in multiple locations, though specific sites and details were not included in the initial report. Temple milestones typically involve groundbreaking, open house, or dedication phases for the faith's growing worldwide building program.
- 6Michigan Latter-day Saints break ground on new stake center after deadly attack▼Michigan Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints breaks ground on stake center 1 year after deadly attack
A Michigan congregation of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints has broken ground on a new stake center, one year after a deadly attack on the church. Local and national outlets covered the ceremony, noting the congregation is rebuilding a year after the tragedy that shook the community.
- 7LDS Church abortion message to voters called coercive●Voices: The LDS Church’s abortion message to voters is not peacemaking. It is coercive control at every level.
A commentary in The Salt Lake Tribune argues that the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints' abortion guidance to voters amounts to coercive control rather than peacemaking, criticizing the church's influence over members' political choices. The piece challenges the institution's framing of its election-season messaging on abortion.
- 8Church members worldwide adjust to new Sunday schedule▼Church members around the world embrace new Sunday schedule
Members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints around the world are adapting to a revised Sunday worship schedule, which consolidated meetings into a single two-hour block instead of the previous three-hour format. Reports from the Church News suggest congregations are embracing the change, using freed-up time for home-based gospel study and family activities alongside Sunday services.
- 9Latter-day Saints worldwide adjust to new Sunday worship schedule▼Latter-day Saints around the world embrace new Sunday schedule
Members of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints around the world are settling into a revised Sunday schedule, according to Deseret News. The change consolidates worship services and classes into a shorter block of time on Sundays, with members reportedly welcoming the new format. The shift encourages greater gospel study and activities at home during the week.
- 10Grand Blanc breaks ground on new Latter-day Saints church after deadly attack●Groundbreaking held for new Latter-day Saints church in Grand Blanc after deadly attack
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints has held a groundbreaking ceremony for a new meetinghouse in Grand Blanc, Michigan, following a deadly attack on its congregation there. The rebuilding effort is being read as a signal of resilience by the local Mormon community as it recovers from the tragedy.
- 11Church of Jesus Christ to unveil new Temple Square during general conference▼Church of Jesus Christ unveils its new Temple Square in upcoming general conference special
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints is set to present its renovated Temple Square in Salt Lake City through a special during its upcoming general conference. The project, one of the largest renovation efforts in the church's history, has drawn attention as members await a first look at the restored grounds and landmarks in downtown Salt Lake City.
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A groundbreaking date has been set for the Cuernavaca Mexico Temple of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, moving the long-planned project into its construction phase. Church News reported the announcement. The temple, announced for the city of Cuernavaca in Morelos state, will serve Latter-day Saints in the region once completed.
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The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints has announced the site for its planned temple in Otavalo, Ecuador. The announcement, carried by the Church News, marks a step forward for the project, which will serve members in northern Ecuador. Details such as groundbreaking or completion dates were not included in the initial release.
- 14LDS church in Michigan breaks ground a year after attack●LDS church in MI breaks ground 1 year after attack: 'beauty from ashes'
A congregation of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in Michigan has held a groundbreaking ceremony one year after its meetinghouse was attacked. Members and church leaders described the rebuilding effort with the phrase 'beauty from ashes,' framing the new construction as a symbol of resilience and recovery for the local faith community.
- 15LDS church in Michigan breaks ground a year after attack▼LDS church in Michigan breaks ground year after attack
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints has held a groundbreaking ceremony in Michigan, one year after an attack on one of its meetinghouses in the state. The event marks the start of rebuilding a year after the violence, and local coverage is highlighting the congregation's recovery and the community's response since the incident.
- 16ABC12 to Air Special Coverage Remembering LDS Church Attack●WATCH: ABC12 News at 6 as we remember the LDS church attack
Flint, Michigan station WJRT ABC12 is promoting its 6 p.m. news broadcast devoted to remembering the attack on an LDS church. The programme marks continued public attention to the shooting, with viewers in the region tuning in for coverage of the victims and the community's response. The broadcast recalls an assault on a Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints congregation that drew national concern.
- 17Site of deadly LDS church shooting and arson being rebuilt▼‘It’s a symbol of hope’ — The site of a deadly shooting and arson attack on an LDS church is being reborn
The Michigan meetinghouse of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, where a deadly shooting and arson attack took place, is being rebuilt. Church members and leaders describe the restored site as a symbol of hope, saying the reconstruction represents resilience and healing for the congregation and the wider community after the tragedy.
- 18Michigan LDS church breaks ground on rebuilding a year after attack●LDS church in MI breaks ground year after attack: 'Beauty from ashes'
A Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints congregation in Michigan has held a groundbreaking ceremony roughly a year after its meetinghouse was attacked. Church members and local leaders are framing the rebuilding effort with the phrase 'beauty from ashes,' presenting construction as a symbol of resilience and recovery for the community a year on from the violence.
- 19Latter-day Saints honored at Boston Red Sox game▼Latter-day Saints share honors for interfaith efforts and charity at Boston Red Sox game
Members of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints were recognized at a Boston Red Sox game, sharing honors for their interfaith cooperation and charitable work. The recognition highlighted the faith community's collaboration with other religious groups and its service efforts in the region, an event noted with interest in church news circles.
- 20LDS Church holds October 2026 general conference▼October 2026 general conference: Announcements, talk summaries, photos, session highlights
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints is holding its October 2026 general conference, with coverage rounding up major announcements, summaries of talks given by church leaders, photo galleries and session highlights. The Church News is compiling the key moments as the conference unfolds. Members and observers typically follow the biannual event closely for new temple announcements, leadership changes and doctrinal messages.
- 21New LDS church to rise on site of Grand Blanc attack▼New LDS church being built on site of deadly attack in Grand Blanc
A new Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints building is planned for the Grand Blanc, Michigan site where a deadly attack occurred. The Detroit Free Press reported the plans, which local residents see as a sign of resilience and rebuilding after the tragedy. Details on the attacker, victims, or construction timeline were not included in the initial report.
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A meetinghouse of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints that is under construction in Santaquin, Utah, has been vandalized. Local news reports confirmed the damage, though details about the extent of the vandalism or any suspects have not been released. The incident has drawn attention in the local community.
- 23First international temple announced under President Oaks moves forward▼Church of Jesus Christ advances first international temple announced under President Oaks
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints is advancing plans for the first international temple announced since Russell M. Nelson's death and Dallin H. Oaks became the church's president. Deseret News reports the project is progressing through early planning steps. Temple announcements are closely watched by members worldwide as signals of the new first presidency's priorities and the church's international growth.
- 24Michigan LDS congregation breaks ground on new church a year after attack▼One year after the deadly attack against a The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in Grand Blanc Township, congregants and leaders break ground on a new church building. 📸 by Niraj Warikoo, Detroit Free Press
One year after a deadly attack on a Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints meetinghouse in Grand Blanc Township, Michigan, congregants and church leaders held a groundbreaking ceremony for a new building. The event marks a step toward rebuilding for the community, with coverage by Detroit Free Press photographer Niraj Warikoo documenting the milestone.