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Sarah Jane Weaver

Sarah Jane Weaver is the executive editor of the Church News and host of the weekly Church News podcast. Since 1995, she has traveled the globe covering The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Weaver grew up in Salt Lake City and received a bachelor’s degree in communications from Brigham Young University.

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Church of Jesus Christ
Latter-day Saints gather to remember the inspiring life of Sister Patricia Holland
“Sister Patricia Holland is exactly what a celestial woman looks like,” President Russell M. Nelson said.
By Sarah Jane Weaver
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Church of Jesus Christ
Sister Patricia T. Holland, former general officer and wife of Elder Jeffrey R. Holland, dies at age 81
A mother, grandmother and great-grandmother, she is remembered for her love of the gospel of Jesus Christ.
By Sarah Jane Weaver
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Faith
Inside the Vatican, these business and religious leaders discuss the role of news, media and art in society
Every person has a “spark of the divine” within them, says Keith McMullin during symposium at the Vatican in Rome.
By Sarah Jane Weaver
Elder D. Todd Christofferson, of the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles, greets Britney Nielsen and her mother Jalene Nielsen as he leaves the San Juan Puerto Rico Temple.
Faith
The hurricane left devastation, a new temple in Puerto Rico is a sign of hope
It has been more than five years since Hurricane Maria hit Puerto Rico. But this weekend, a milestone was reached.
By Sarah Jane Weaver
The Tabernacle Choir sings during the First Presidency’s Christmas Devotional at the Conference Center in Salt Lake City.
Church of Jesus Christ
First Presidency’s Christmas Devotional 2022: Read talk summaries
Messages given by President Dallin H. Oaks, Elder Neil L. Andersen, Elder José A. Teixeira and President Bonnie H. Cordon
By Sydney Walker and Sarah Jane Weaver
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Church of Jesus Christ
A surprise guest at the Ephraim Utah Temple groundbreaking
As President Russell M. Nelson concluded the prayer dedicating the site of the future Ephraim Utah Temple, rain began to fall.
By Sarah Jane Weaver
President M. Russell Ballard of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, in London, England.
Faith
Latter-day Saint missionaries share historic week with 3 apostles who returned to the field
President M. Russell Ballard, Elder Jeffrey R. Holland and Elder Quentin L. Cook of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints return to Great Britain.
By Sarah Jane Weaver
President M. Russell Ballard of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, center, his son Craig Ballard, left, and Elder Massimo De Feo, Area President
Church of Jesus Christ
Latter-day Saint leaders pay visit to Scottish Parliament
President M. Russell Ballard of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints met with government leaders in Edinburgh, Scotland.
By Sarah Jane Weaver
Washington D.C. Temple
Faith
Washington D.C. Temple is a ‘community gift’ to be appreciated in spring open house
By Sarah Jane Weaver
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Faith
Focus should be riveted on Christ, leaders say in First Presidency Christmas Devotional
President Russell M. Nelson of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints said nothing is more important this December “than to rivet our focus on the Savior and on the gift of what his life really means to each of us.”
By Sarah Jane Weaver
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Faith
President Nelson finishes 7-day, 4-country Southeast Asia ministry in Indonesia
By Sarah Jane Weaver
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Faith
‘A new movement’: Pray for the country, its leaders, church official urges Latter-day Saints
By Sarah Jane Weaver
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Faith
Visit to Joseph Smith’s birthplace brings feelings of ‘deep reverence and appreciation’ to church leaders
By Sarah Jane Weaver
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Faith
Church of Jesus Christ leader ends South American tour and looks forward to ‘exciting things ahead’
“This work is moving forward at an accelerated pace. I can hardly wait to bounce out of bed each morning and see what the day will bring,” said President Russell M. Nelson of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.
By Sarah Jane Weaver
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Faith
Understanding the power of a wheelchair to change young lives in Argentina
Disabled children without a wheelchair have limited access to education and medical treatment. It’s why The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints partners with a local nongovernmental organization in Argentina to provide help.
By Sarah Jane Weaver
Elder Peter M. Johnson and his wife Sister Stephanie Lyn Johnson pose for photos at the Church office building in Salt Lake City on Monday, April 8, 2019. Elder Johnson was called be a General Authority Seventy.
Faith
Church News: Basketball led Church’s first African-American General Authority to Christianity
It was in Hawaii that Elder Johnson discovered sports — especially basketball — and started down a road that would lead to a university education and membership in The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.
By Sarah Jane Weaver
President Russell M. Nelson, and his wife sister Wendy Nelson smile and wave to the crowd as they and the others make their way off the stage at the Amway Center in Orlando Florida on Sunday, June 9, 2019.
Faith
Church News: How President Nelson’s visit made dreams come true in Orlando
In the hours before President Russell M. Nelson entered the Amway Center here Sunday evening, June 9, Disney show director Ken Malquist looked at the electronic ribbon circling the arena and explained the pattern had its origins on the Orlando Florida Temple.
By Sarah Jane Weaver
President Russell M. Nelson and his wife, Sister Wendy Nelson, greet Barbara Poma, owner of the Pulse nightclub, prior to speaking at a devotional at the Amway Center in Orlando, Florida, on Sunday, June 9, 2019.
Faith
President Nelson meets with Pulse nightclub owner prior to addressing Latter-day Saints in Orlando
Before addressing a crowd of more than 15,500 members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in Orlando, President Russell M. Nelson quietly acknowledged a dark day in this city known for theme parks and happy memories.
By Sarah Jane Weaver
President Russell M. Nelson of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints speaks during a devotional at Stade Pater stadium in Papeete, Tahiti, on May 24, 2019.
Faith
Church News: President Nelson concludes Pacific Ministry Tour by warning ‘there’s trouble ahead’
After addressing a total of 94,510 members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints; flying 17,844 miles; and calling upon kings, presidents and prime ministers, President Russell M. Nelson completed his Pacific Ministry Tour.
By Sarah Jane Weaver
President Russell M. Nelson of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and his wife, Sister Wendy Nelson, wave to devotional attendees on May 19, 2019, in Sydney, Australia.
Faith
Church News: Pacific tour — As religion declines in Australia, President Nelson speaks on Book of Mormon, happiness
Addressing a capacity congregation of 8,000 members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints here in this increasingly secular city, President Russell M. Nelson delivered a custom message on the importance of the Book of Mormon.
By Sarah Jane Weaver
Newly renovated Oakland California Temple, of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, in Oakland, Cali., on Monday, May 6, 2019.
Faith
Church News: Oakland California Temple open house guests see community, diversity reflected in the renovated temple
Originally dedicated Nov. 17, 1964, the Oakland temple closed in February 2018 for extensive renovations.
By Sarah Jane Weaver
Sister Joy D. Jones of the Primary general presidency approaches the podium at the National Day of Prayer event in the Rose Garden of the White House, Thursday, May 2, 2019, in Washington.
Faith
Church News: Primary General President asks God to ‘inspire’ and ‘strengthen’ U.S. at National Day of Prayer
Sister Joy D. Jones, Primary General President of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, joined political and religious leaders at the White House on Thursday morning, May 2, for the National Day of Prayer. As part of the event, Sister Jones offered a prayer.
By Sarah Jane Weaver
President Russell M. Nelson of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints speaks during a press conference in Salt Lake City on Friday, April 19, 2019 about renovations to the Salt Lake Temple and grounds.
Faith
Church hopes to complete Tooele Valley Temple during Salt Lake Temple construction
“We’re hoping that Tooele will be open before the Salt Lake Temple. ... And we will be moving as rapidly as we can on the construction of that temple.”
By Tad Walch and Sarah Jane Weaver
The Salt Lake Temple during the 188th Annual General Conference of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in Salt Lake City on Sunday, April 1, 2018.
Faith
Church News: LDS.org, Mormon.org, other social channels are changing to reflect the full name of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints
In an effort to reflect the full name of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and better convey the faith’s commitment to follow Jesus Christ, the First Presidency announced today changes to the names of LDS.org, Mormon.org and other Church communication channels.
By Sarah Jane Weaver
FILE - Four missionaries for The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints were involved in a serious car accident on Saturday, Feb. 16, on the island of New Caledonia. The Church has 65,000 missionaries from numerous countries, as portrayed by some fla
Faith
Church News: Latter-day Saint missionary from Utah injured in serious car accident in New Caledonia
Four missionaries for The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints were injured in a serious car accident on Saturday, Feb. 16, on the island of New Caledonia.
By Sarah Jane Weaver
FILE - Missionaries sing a hymn during an MTC devotional address by Elder Quentin L. Cook held as part of the 2018 Mission Leadership Seminar on Sunday, June 24, 2018.
Faith
Church News: Latter-day Saint missionaries can now call, text home weekly, First Presidency announces
Effective immediately, the Church’s 65,000 missionaries are authorized to communicate with their families each week on preparation day by text messages, online messaging, phone calls and video chats in addition to letters and emails.
By Sarah Jane Weaver
President Russell M. Nelson of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints speaks in Chico, California, on Sunday, Jan. 13, 2019, two months after the Camp Fire destroyed more than 18,000 homes and businesses.
Faith
Church President Russell M. Nelson writes in Arizona Republic prior to addressing State Farm Stadium crowd
“Whatever your faith tradition or personal circumstances, as a servant of the Lord I invite you to look to him and make him the center of your life,” wrote the 94-year-old leader of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in an op-ed article published this morning in The Arizona Republic.
By Sarah Jane Weaver
President Russell M. Nelson of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints looks over a destroyed chapel with his wife, Sister Wendy Nelson, in Paradise, California, on Sunday, Jan. 13, 2019, two months after the Camp Fire destroyed more than 18,000 h
Faith
Church News: President Nelson brings words of comfort in a season of sorrow to California fire victims
Two months after the Camp Fire savagely claimed an entire community here, President Russell M. Nelson surveyed the ashes of Paradise on Sunday and spoke to the community’s Latter-day Saint residents about loss — his and theirs.
By Sarah Jane Weaver
Jeremy and Brynne Chatfield and their children McKell, Aylee and DeLynn survey their destroyed home in Paradise, Calif., on Saturday, Jan. 12, 2019, two months after Campfire destroyed 1,400 homes and hundreds of businesses.
Faith
Church News: President Nelson bringing hope to Paradise fire victims after devastating losses
It has been two months since the Camp Fire — the deadliest and most destructive wildfire in California history — destroyed Paradise.
By Sarah Jane Weaver
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Church News: Daughter of President Nelson dies after battle with cancer
Wendy Nelson Maxfield — a daughter of President Russell M. Nelson, the leader of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saint Saints — died Friday, Jan. 11, 2019, at her home after a battle with cancer.
By Sarah Jane Weaver
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