Primary general presidency invites children to share Jesus' love through service

<p>Since the Primary organization of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints was organized in August 1878, Primary children have served other children. Now the Primary general presidency is inviting wards and branches worldwide to&nbsp;<a href="https://www.thechurchnews.com/members/2025/01/09/primary-service-initiative-invitation-to-organize-projects/">organize annual service activities for children</a> beginning in 2025. Church News reporter Mary Richards hosts this episode featuring Primary General <a href="https://www.thechurchnews.com/2022/7/2/23218810/primary-general-president-susan-h-porter-hopes-to-help-strengthen-the-faith-of-children/">President Susan H. Porter</a>; <a href="https://www.thechurchnews.com/2022/7/9/23218875/sister-amy-a-wright-enters-new-primary-call-with-years-experience-perspective-and-emphasis-on-childr/">Sister Amy A. Wright</a>, first counselor; and <a href="https://www.thechurchnews.com/2022/7/16/23278552/sister-tracy-browning-primary-general-presidency-counselor-conversion-family-new-york/">Sister Tracy Y. Browning</a>, second counselor. The presidency discusses this <a href="https://www.thechurchnews.com/members/2025/02/04/february-friend-to-friend-invitation-service-project/">sacred responsibility and previews</a> a <a href="https://www.thechurchnews.com/members/2024/12/02/february-friend-to-friend-invitation-david-a-bednar/">Friend to Friend broadcast on the topic airing Feb. 15, 2025</a>. Through this worldwide effort, children can realize they are an important part of the Church and can contribute in meaningful ways.</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. Hosts <a href="https://www.thechurchnews.com/authors/ryan-jensen/">Jon Ryan Jensen</a>, editor of the <a href="https://www.thechurchnews.com/">Church News</a>, and <a href="https://www.thechurchnews.com/authors/mary-richards/">Church News reporter Mary Richards</a> share unique views of the stories, events, and people who form this international faith. With each episode, listeners are asked to embark on a journey to learn from one another and ponder, &ldquo;What do I know now?&rdquo; because of the experience. Produced by <a href="https://kellieannhalvo.com/">KellieAnn Halvorsen</a>.</p>