April 2024 general conference — leaders emphasize the importance of temples, covenants and joy

<p>Millions listened to <a href="https://www.thechurchnews.com/general-conference/">the 194th Annual General Conference of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints</a> on April 6 and 7, 2024. During the conference, Church leaders — including members of the First Presidency, Quorum of the Twelve Apostles and other general leaders — emphasized the<a href="https://www.thechurchnews.com/general-conference/2024/04/06/temples-covenants-2024-april-general-conference-peace-russell-m-nelson-dallin-h-oaks-henry-b-eyring/"> importance of temples and covenants</a> and <a href="https://www.thechurchnews.com/general-conference/2024/04/07/higher-joy-plan-of-happiness-jesus-christ-april-2024-general-conference/">encouraged seeking higher joy</a>. This special edition of the Church News podcast features excerpts<a href="https://www.thechurchnews.com/general-conference/2024/04/04/general-conference-april-2024-lds-talk-summaries-session-highlights-news-announcements/"> from every general conference talk</a>, including President Russell M. Nelson's invitation to <a href="https://www.thechurchnews.com/general-conference/2024/04/07/president-russell-m-nelson-april-2024-general-conference-priesthood-keys/">“Rejoice in the Gift of Priesthood Keys”</a> and his announcement that the Church will <a href="https://www.thechurchnews.com/temples/2024/04/07/15-new-temples-announced-president-nelson-april-2024-general-conference/">build 15 new temples</a>. </p> <p><a href="https://www.thechurchnews.com/podcast">The Church News Podcast</a> is a weekly podcast that invites listeners to make a journey of connection with members of <a href="https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/?lang=eng">The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints</a> across the globe. Host <a href="https://www.thechurchnews.com/author/sarahdeseretnews-com">Sarah Jane Weaver</a>, reporter and executive editor for <a href="https://www.thechurchnews.com/">The Church News</a> for a quarter-century, shares a unique view of the stories, events, and most important people who form this international faith. With each episode, listeners are asked to embark on a journey to learn from one another and ponder, “What do I know now?” because of the experience. Produced by <a href="https://kellieannhalvo.com/">KellieAnn Halvorsen</a>.</p>