The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints Suspends Meetings

The First Presidency and Quorum of the Twelve Apostles of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints sent the following letter March 12, 2020, to Church members worldwide.

We have considered the counsel of local Church leaders, government officials and medical professionals, and have sought the Lord’s guidance in these matters. We now provide the following updated directions.

Beginning immediately, all public gatherings of Church members are being temporarily suspended worldwide until further notice. This includes:

• Stake conferences, leadership conferences and other large gatherings
• All public worship services, including sacrament meetings
• Branch, ward and stake activities

Where possible, leaders should conduct any essential leadership meetings via technology.

Bishops should counsel with their stake president to determine how to make the sacrament available to members at least once a month.

We encourage members in their ministering efforts to care for one another. We should follow the Savior’s example to bless and lift others.

We bear our witness of the Lord’s love during this time of uncertainty. He will bless you to find joy as you do your best to live the gospel of Jesus Christ in every circumstance.

Sincerely,

The First Presidency and Quorum of the Twelve Apostles

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Note: There are approximately 6,000 members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in the Tri-Valley from Livermore to Danville, in about 15 wards (congregations) and approximately 16 million members worldwide.