Lamanite diary

16/04/2026

16/04/2026

Missionaries gathered at the Provo Missionary Training Center to hear counsel from prophets, apostles, and other General Authorities and General Officers during the April 2026 general conference.

16/04/2026

The Spirit of Revelation
By Elder David A. Bednar

16/04/2026

The First Presidency of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints has announced the 2026–2027 area leadership assignments as well as adaptations that increase support in Area Presidencies to better meet the needs of a growing Church. These changes become effective on August 1, 2026.

Each of the following General Authority Seventies or Area Seventies serves as a member of an Area Presidency. There are no longer specific counselor designations.

Visit the link below to learn more:
https://newsroom.churchofjesuschrist.org/article/2026-2027-area-leadership-assignments-church-jesus-christ

16/04/2026

Happy follow-versary to my awesome followers. Thanks for all your support! Pablo Reyes, Augustine Kamara, Jessica Isata Buntinggradeen

15/04/2026

The First Presidency of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints has announced the 2026–2027 area leadership assignments as well as adaptations that increase support in Area Presidencies to better meet the needs of a growing Church. These changes become effective on August 1, 2026.

The Pacific Area Presidency for 2026–2027: Elder Taniela B. Wakolo, President; Elder Jeremy R. Jaggi; Elder Hans T. Boom; and Elder Matthew J. Eyring.

15/04/2026

The First Presidency of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints has announced the 2026–2027 area leadership assignments as well as adaptations that increase support in Area Presidencies to better meet the needs of a growing Church. These changes become effective on August 1, 2026.

Each of the following General Authority Seventies serves as a member of an Area Presidency. There are no longer specific counselor designations. The Area President is on the left, marked with an asterisk, with photos of those serving in the Area Presidency extending to the right.

15/04/2026

"Patience is a purifying process that refines understanding, deepens happiness, focuses action, and offers hope for peace."

Dieter F. Uchtdorf
General Conference: Apr. 2010

15/04/2026

"Take time to be a real friend to your children. Listen to your children, really listen. Talk with them, laugh and joke with them, sing with them, play with them, cry with them, hug them, honestly praise them.”
Ezra Taft Benson
Ensign, May 1987 "President Benson Lauds Blessings of Motherhood"

15/04/2026

The Institute of Religion marked its 100th anniversary, and the Yenagoa Nigeria Stake commemorated this milestone with a special and uplifting event. The gathering brought together institute and seminary students, BYU–Pathway Worldwide students, Succeed in School participants, service missionaries, full-time missionaries, teachers, and members. It was a spiritually enriching occasion filled with heartfelt testimonies and inspired instruction from leaders, all centered on strengthening faith in Jesus Christ.
The event was further blessed by the presence of Brother Ifeanyichukwu Ameme, the Institute Coordinator, who shared profound and timely truths. His teachings encouraged the youth to remain steadfast on the covenant path and to deepen their commitment to following Jesus Christ in all aspects of their lives.
This memorable celebration not only honored a century of Institute of Religion but also reinforced its enduring purpose—to guide and inspire young people to grow spiritually, develop lifelong discipleship, and build a firm foundation in the restored gospel.

14/04/2026

The Lindon Temple open house had 287,228 visitors over a four week period. That's the equivalent of filling LaVell Edwards Stadium 4.6 times! Two of those days had over 16,000 people visit each day. Wow!
Lindon City wants to thank the hundreds of volunteers who helped with traffic control and pedestrian safety. We also want to thank the residents of Lindon for their patience with heavy traffic and for their hospitality during this major event. Lastly, we want to thank the for their adjusted schedules, and extra time and efforts to help people stay safe. The Lindon Police Department responded to 14 emergency calls during the event including 2 vehicle crashes, 1 medical condition, 4 parking complaints, 1 lost/found child, 4 motor assists (keys locked in cars), 1 suspicious activity, and 1 call about protesters interfering with a crosswalk. Overall, a minor amount of calls and a big success for such a massive amount of people.
Thank you again to Lindon City residents, volunteers, and city employees. You helped make Lindon a great place to visit! We look forward to getting back to "regular traffic" and for continued safety and peace in our community.