Mormons are frequently mentioned in the press. News articles can provide insight into how Mormons live their lives and how they impact the communities in which they live. Take a look at what people are saying about The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints!
Molotov cocktail damages Ogden Mormon church meeting house | The Salt Lake Tribune
State and federal authorities Monday were investigating a fire at a Mormon church meeting house that officials say was caused by a Molotov cocktail.
Prophet calls for tolerance, kindness toward those who don't share LDS beliefs | Deseret News
Under an overcast sky dark with unfulfilled promises of rain all weekend, the 183rd Annual General Conference of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints closed Sunday afternoon with a plea from their prophet that church members follow the example of Jesus Christ to be “tolerant of, as well as kind and loving to those who do not share our beliefs and our standards.”
Mormon missionary numbers keep rising as women close gap | Following Faith | The Salt Lake Tribune
The LDS Church has continued to call about 1,400 new missionaries a week, which is double the number the Utah-based faith was seeing before October 2012, when it lowered the minimum missionary age from 19 to 18 for males and 21 to 19 for females.
Former NRL star Will Hopoate's Mormon mission the latest step in the life of a fine young man | thetelegraph.com.au
Fellow members of Sydney's Mormon congregation watched young William grow up and knew what a fine young man he was, but even they were surprised when, at age 19, he turned down a $1.8 million football contract to spend two years as a Mormon missionary. The only people he didn't surprise were his parents.
Churches Reenact Mormon Cross-Country Trek - North Charleston, SC Patch
Youth from Lowcountry Congregations of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints will begin a three-day Pioneer Youth Conference Trek on the Jericho Trail in the Francis Marion Forest Tuesday April 4.
Mormon church makes myriad contributions to world » Ventura County Star
Under humanitarian service, the church serves those in need worldwide without regard to race, nationality or religion. It has distributed more than 340 million pounds of food, medicine, educational supplies and clothing in 178 countries, often in concert with other relief organizations.
Church Hosts African-American Genealogical Conference - Church News and Events
Sponsored by the Afro-American Historical and Genealogical Society and the Church, the conference drew many attendees from the greater New York metropolitan area.
Coming soon: A Mormon temple in Rome
Italy, known for its strong Catholic presence, is also home to nearly 25,000 Mormons. And just eight miles from the Vatican, a Mormon temple is being built—the first in the city, the first in Italy, and the first in the Mediterranean region.
Elder Holland Dedicates Abu Dhabi Stake Center in Middle East - Church News and Events
The Middle East Africa North Area encompasses 20 countries, with Morocco on the west and Afghanistan on the east. In this vast geographical region stands just one building constructed by the Church solely as a meetinghouse for its members. That building is the newly completed Abu Dhabi Stake Center in the United Arab Emirates, which Elder Jeffrey R. Holland of the Quorum of the Twelve dedicated on February 22, 2013.
Mormon missionaries share their faith with North Iowans
One of the missionaries, Elder Addison Firth, said the biggest misconception about Mormons is that they do not believe in Jesus Christ.
Church’s Humanitarian Efforts Making a Difference Worldwide - Church News and Events
One decade ago, Church humanitarian representatives recommended to the First Presidency that LDS Charities donate money to help vaccinate children across the globe against childhood diseases.
LDS Black History Month Celebration Held in Florida - Church News and Events
More than 800 people attended a two-day Mormon celebration of Black History Month that featured an acclaimed author and international recording artist on February 23–24 in Miami, Florida. This free event was open to the public and was held at the local meetinghouse.
Young Elders Find Purpose in Church-Service Missions - Church News and Events
As the Church expands, so does its need for volunteers and service missionaries. Service missions range from conducting trainings and making classroom visits to assisting with family history and welfare.
Elder Echo Hawk reflects on law career | Deseret News
On Jan. 25, Elder Larry Echo Hawk accepted the 2013 Distinguished Service Award. Elder Echo Hawk, now a general authority for The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, previously served as Assistant Secretary for Indian Affairs in the U.S. Department of the Interior from 2009-12.
Two Utah Jazz dancers accept Mormon mission calls | Deseret News
Washburn said they were thrilled when the realization struck that they had been on the same spiritual journey, even though it meant resigning from the Jazz Dancers at the pinnacle of their dancing careers.
LDS Church Sponsors United Nations Event to Discuss Violence Against Women | More Good Foundation Blog
Violence against women is not a new topic of discussion by any means. It is an everyday reality of life, and therefore is a topic of discussion that demands some sort of resolution.
President Uchtdorf Represents the Church in White House Meeting - Church News and Events
President Dieter F. Uchtdorf and 13 other faith leaders met with President Barack Obama in the White House on March 8 to discuss the topic of immigration.
First Presidency Offers “Warmest Wishes” to Newly Elected Pope - Church News and Events
On behalf of the leadership and members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, we extend our warmest wishes to His Holiness Pope Francis and pray he will feel the peace of the Lord as he serves as pontiff of the Catholic Church.  
Mormon Runs for President in Mali | Mormon Voice | a Chron.com blog
Although the democratic election was delayed last year due to extremist activity, Yeah’s faith and Western education have given him a unique perspective on how to protect and improve his impoverished country.
Mormon author talks about his mental illness and faith | Deseret News
The hardest thing about writing any article about mental illness is figuring out where to start.
LDS International Art Competition for Youth | LDS Media Talk
The LDS International Art Competition for Youth “Arise and Shine Forth” has ended and the Church History Museum is now exhibiting selected art from the competition.
First black Mormon stake president in Alabama took winding path to leadership | al.com
Peter M. Johnson took a winding path to become the first black Mormon regional leader in Alabama.
Mormon church to open 58 new missions, including 2 in Idaho | News - Home
The Mormon church is creating 58 new missions around the world to accommodate an influx of missionaries triggered by the lowering of the minimum age.
LDS Church Growth: Seven New Mission to be Created in Brazil
Church members in Brazil report that seven new missions will be organized in Brazil this summer in Curitiba South, Fortaleza East, Juiz de Fora, Piracicaba, Natal, Santos, and Sao Paulo West bringing the number of missions in Brazil to 34.
Excerpt from 'Cougar Converts': The LDS conversion of Sete Aulai | Deseret News
Originally from the small village of Vailoa on the island of Savai'i, Samoa, Sete Aulai grew up in a Christian home in Carson, Calif.
LDS Church Growth: New Mission to be Created in Ghana
Missionaries serving in the Ghana Accra Mission report that the mission will divide this summer to create the new Ghana Accra West Mission.
Mormon missionaries spark conversation - The Daily Eastern News: News
They walk door-to-door hoping to share their Mormon faith with others, but many times the door is slammed in the faces of the 20-year-olds — or worse. 
Mormon 2-year-old basketball star becomes famous for 'trick shot' YouTube video ( video) | Deseret News
Two-year-old Titus Ashby of Derby, Kan., has been shooting baskets since he could walk. At 18 months, he could score a basket without even looking. Now, six months later, he has made it on national television.
'Exactly what I needed': From life of crime to life of faith, man looks to help those in dark places | Deseret News
Brown was a 19-year-old punk with a propensity for dealing drugs. Before night's end, he would have attempted three armed robberies as part of a crime spree that included the murder of his friend. Yet less than a year later, he would feel a deep need to make a change and start reaching for a higher power. Soon after, he would read scriptures in jail and then started praying for his enemies.
Meet the Mormon presidential candidate in Mali who has a bold plan for combatting Islamic extremism | Deseret News
Yeah Samake, a former BYU student and now mayor of Ouelessebougou in Mali, West Africa, is running for president of the country.
Extensive damage found in Des Moines Mormon church | The Des Moines Register | desmoinesregister.com
The contents of every fire extinguisher in the building had been expelled all over every hallway. Glass littered the floor from where the vandals had broken the extinguishers’ cases. Every lock in the building was pried open. The contents of closets had been thrown to the ground.
Kits made by LDS missionaries at MTC arrive today in Mali | Deseret News
A little-known region of Mali in northwestern Africa has been receiving help from both a Utah nonprofit group and a high school, and despite the news of violence and upheaval in the country, more help is expected to arrive unimpeded.
African American Family History Conference Is March 9 - Church News and Events
While February is African American History Month, March will be the month some African Americans in Southern California focus on their own history.
LDS Church Growth: First Young, Male Missionaries Assigned to Laos
Missionaries serving in the Thailand Bangkok Mission report that the first four young, male missionaries were assigned to Vientiane, Laos on educational and humanitarian assignment.
Young LDS woman to be high school Grammy correspondent | Deseret News
Allison Spice is a 15-year-old from Trabuco Canyon, Calif., and she has been chosen as the first-ever high school media correspondent for the 2013 Grammy Awards.
Kenyan man enjoying life as a member of the Mormon Tabernacle Choir | Deseret News
Bro. Musungu was introduced to The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in 1992 in Nairobi where he was baptized. Shortly thereafter he served as a full-time missionary, first in Nairobi, and then in Tanzania.
Mormon missionary dies in Oklahoma car-bicycle collision | News OK
A 22-year-old Arkansas woman serving a Mormon mission in Oklahoma died Friday night after she was hit by a pickup while riding her bicycle, church officials said Sunday.
Mormons select first black regional president in Alabama | al.com
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints has named Pete M. Johnson as Bessemer stake president, the first black regional leader for Mormons in Alabama.
Old Mormon Fort preserves Las Vegas' early roots - Living - ReviewJournal.com