12/5 – Temple Christmas Lights, International Tabernacle Choir, & the Rise of Single Adults

Guest hosts Melissa Jensen and Matt Miles walk us through last week's news items. Article Links: Temple Square Christmas lights have evolved during construction, but retain familiar features Elder Quentin L. Cook Instagram Mesa Temple Christmas More than 1,000 Nativities on display in Michigan This Latter-day Saint meetinghouse is expected to attract 10,000 visitors in the next 5 days—here’s why Church plans to close 3 historic buildings near Temple Square in 2023 for renovations Today is Elder Holland’s 82nd birthday. Here are 9 of his quotes from the past year Tabernacle Choir aims to expand worldwide reach through tryouts, touring, translations ‘Strengthening Young Single Adults’ notice emphasizes callings, committees and ‘gathering places’ Mormon church’s celebration of Latino cultures puts spotlight on often-overlooked diversity Video: Why the Presiding Bishopric calls temple-building ‘a miracle’ Opinion: Why many conservative Republicans in Utah don’t want Trump Jana Riess: Why Americans, including Latter-day Saints, are leaving their churches