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Rachel Sterzer Gibson
Rachel Sterzer Gibson

Rachel is a reporter for the Church News, sharing stories intended to inspire, enlighten and build faith.


Although many messages are geared toward students, Latter-day Saints throughout the Church are invited to participate in devotionals, most of which are available online.

“The prophetic governance of BYU is its comparative advantage in the whole world,” Elder Rasband declares during BYU University Conference.

The five-day event features a Tuesday devotional with Elder Andersen, plus classes taught by hundreds of presenters, including the Primary, Relief Society, Young Women and Young Men general presidencies.

The Savior’s "incomparable example of aligning His will with the will of the Father brings us a beautiful vision of our way forward," Elder Andersen taught during BYU Education Week.

"It is a glorious season" to be members of a society which brings the Savior’s relief to sisters and brothers around the world, said Relief Society General President Camille N. Johnson during BYU Education Week.

"I’m confident that people who attend Education Week will come away inspired and better prepared to face their individual challenges," said Bruce Payne, program administrator.

The donation was made to the Fédération Polynésienne de Protection Civile in French Polynesia, where the surfing competition was staged.

BYU–Pathway Worldwide President Brian K. Ashton explains how the online education provider can enable native Kiribati to become educated and employed in Kiribati.

Despite the smorgasbord of obstacles facing many college campuses, including his own, University of Utah President Taylor Randall says he’s optimistic about the future.

The group included Church members from different Indigenous tribes in the country’s Northern Territory.

Though the path may seem rocky, “as you are intentional about keeping the vision of your eternal destination firmly in your mind and keep a firm hold on the rod of iron, you will make it,” Sister J. Anette Dennis told BYU–Idaho graduates.

Elder Camargo served as a mission leader, temple president and General Authority Seventy from 1985 to 1990.

Institute is "excited to welcome 31-35 year olds," said Brother Chad H Webb, administrator for Seminaries and Institutes of Religion.

Like the Book of Mormon prophet Nephi, individuals can utilize tools, resources and divine guidance.

Leaders of the Church and government of Tonga collaborated on several projects, including breakfasts at primary schools and hospital upgrades.

How this senior missionary couple’s concern for the hearts of those they serve has been literal, not just metaphorical.

Youth in Tasmania, Australia, grew, harvested and sold potatoes to pay for a trip to the Sydney Australia Temple about 1,000 kilometers away.

Dell Van Orden helped document the news of the Church from 1968 to 1999, covering the ministry of six Church presidents.

Robert "Bob" Wilkes served as interim president of the Church-owned university from 2004-2005 and played a key role in the transition from Ricks College to BYU-Idaho.

On June 13, the torch made its way across the island of Tahiti in French Polynesia on its way to the opening ceremonies in Paris.

Treat each missionary “as a sacred trust for whom you were personally prepared,” President Eyring told new mission leaders.

"Those nourished with spiritual Twinkies are unlikely to become lifelong disciples of Jesus Christ," Elder Dale G. Renlund taught during Religious Educators Conference held at BYU.

During first-ever Religious Educators Conference, leaders emphasized the need to teach and amplify the words of living prophets.

Read Elder Christofferson’s prayer of gratitude: "We affirm this dedication and express to Thee our love, loyalty and gratitude."

Elder Bednar offers blessing upon patrons of Layton temple: "May the spiritual lessons learned in this sacred place bless and transform individuals, families, homes and communities."

“I know the product, I’ve seen the end result that the gospel brings into lives,” said the new General Authority Seventy.

"We are grateful to be part of Thy work that is destined to destroy the powers of darkness, renovate the earth and bring salvation to the human family," said Elder Dale G. Renlund.

Full-time missionaries serving in the archipelago located east of Australia have been reassigned to other Pacific countries.

Elder Ulisses Soares traveled to French Polynesia for events commemorating 180 years of the first Latter-day Saint missionaries there.

Sarah Jane Weaver, the Church News executive editor, has been named the new editor of the Deseret News.