Utah Religion Newswire

MCCAUGHEY: Another victory for religious freedom

Colorado politicians promised the state’s families universal pre-K programs — but snatched the promise back from Catholic parents who want to choose a school that supports their religious beliefs. Parents fought them all the way to the U.S. Supreme Court. …

Jon Gosselin likens ex-wife Kate to abusive Mormon YouTuber Ruby Franke — and says she should be in jail

Jon Gosselin compared his ex-wife, Kate Gosselin, to abusive Mormon YouTuber Ruby Franke. During Tuesday’s episode of the “Legally Goff” podcast, he claimed that the former nurse should be locked up over the alleged abuse she inflicted on their son Collin …

Utah’s biggest university has fewer students. It points to an LDS Church change allowing women as young as 18 to serve ...

Utah’s biggest university is a bit less big this year. Utah Valley University’s enrollment dipped by 985 students, or 2%, according to the latest headcount last month. That’s the largest decline for any public college or university in the state — half of …

Utah ranks among the top states for private equity backing. Is it good news for local owners?

This story appears in the November 2026 issue of Utah Business. Subscribe. Private equity has reached nearly every corner of Utah. In June, the University of Utah became the first collegiate athletic department in the country to close a private equity …

Letter: All bets are off? The LDS Church’s vilification of gambling is perplexing.

Voluntarily spending some of your hard-earned money at Wendover gambling, or on the horse races at Wyoming Downs, or on the lottery in Evanston, Wyoming were just some of the evils characterized at the recent LDS General Conference. Online sports betting …

Utah Republicans talk path forward as midterms wrap up

  Guests gathered into the venue hosted by Utah Republicans Wednesday night to watch as election results were announced. The watch party was hosted at the South Mountain Golf Course in Draper, Utah, overlooking the Salt Lake Valley.  To officially begin …

LDS Church wins one, loses one on abortion ballot measures

The fate of ballot measures seeking to expand abortion access — and opposed by The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints — was in the hands of Idaho and Nevada voters Tuesday. And they delivered a split decision, with Nevadans voting to widen access …

In the wake of shooting, LDS Church puts a Utah meetinghouse up for sale

SALT LAKE CITY — Nearly a year after two people died in a shooting outside of a Salt Lake City funeral, The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints is set to sell the site of the tragedy. Church officials have drawn up a contract to unload the …

BYU’s Keanu Tanuvasa reflects on being on both sides of BYU-Utah rivalry

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Trump’s Justice Department announces scores of election-related charges, including a Samoan in Utah

Pago Pago, AMERICAN SAMOA — Less than 24 hours before polls open for Election Day, the U.S. Department of Justice announced it charged 63 people in 15 states with voting illegally — including a Samoan national who allegedly cast a ballot in Utah in 2024. …

Utah activates emergency electronic voting amid floods

Alixel Cabrera (Utah News Dispatch) Lt. Gov. Deidre Henderson has issued an emergency declaration to accommodate San Juan County voters after severe flooding events over the past several days overwhelmed the rural area in which distances are long and …

Paris Twins share conversion story, faith through social media

Samuel and Reuben Paris came to the United States to pursue a career in soccer, but things changed when they learned about The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Known online as the Paris Twins, Sam and Reuben were born and raised in France to a …

Community Calendar: Upcoming and ongoing events as of Nov. 4, 2026

The following are a collection of community events upcoming as of Nov. 4, 2026. For even more event listings, see the community-submitted online calendar. If you’ve got an event you want to submit or have a question, email [email protected] with the event …

Why tradwives are fleeing the movement

When Bernadine Bluntly posted a video earlier this year renouncing the tradwife movement she had championed, it caused shockwaves through the “alt-right” social media world. Previously, posts of her and her six children had flooded feeds as the Maga …

Bar D Wranglers bringing Western music and cowboy humor back to Gunnison Nov. 7

GUNNISON, Utah — Cowboy songs, close harmonies, lively instrumentals and plenty of Western humor will return to the historic Casino Star Theatre on Saturday, Nov. 7, when the Bar D Wranglers make their return to Gunnison for two performances. The popular …

Historic flooding keeps overwhelming southeastern Utah — here’s how to donate

As historic flooding continues to overwhelm San Juan County and southeastern Utah and a flood watch extends to Monday night, donations for the rural and tribal communities there are still needed. But, amid road closures and other limitations, some …

Idaho voters reject abortion ballot measure as Missouri, Nevada and Virginia back access

Nationwide results for abortion ballot initiatives on Tuesday night largely favored protecting access to abortion and other reproductive care, with the exception of Idaho, where a measure that would have restored access to abortion was soundly defeated. …

‘Does God care who wins this game? No’: Morgan Scalley talks rivalry ahead of Utah-BYU matchup

Morgan Scalley is as well-versed in the Utah-BYU rivalry as anyone. Utah’s first-year head coach grew up a Ute fan, played for Utah for four seasons, then joined Utah’s coaching staff in 2006, rising up the ranks from safeties coach to defensive …

Kasey James Priestley

November 20, 2004 - October 30, 2026 (age 21) Kasey James Priestley, 21, was called back to his heavenly home on Friday, October 30, 2026. Kasey was born in Logan, Utah on November 20, 2004. He was welcomed into this world by his loving parents, Rick and …

Tonya ONeal’s It’s Not Too Late Connects Childhood Trauma and Recovery With the Possibility of Beginning Again

Her personal account addresses abuse, addiction, loss, and motherhood alongside faith, resilience, and the woman she has become. NEW YORK CITY, NY, UNITED STATES, November 4, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Healing after childhood trauma is the …

Austin Blessings Co-op Looks Ahead to a New Chapter of Growth Through ABOC East

AUSTIN, TX, UNITED STATES, November 3, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Austin Blessings Co-op is looking ahead to a new chapter of continued growth through Austin Blessings Outreach Center East (ABOC East), celebrating the impact of its work in East …

Spicy Organic Shares Organic Spice Guide for Diwali 2026 as DFW Families Prepare Festival Feasts

Ahead of Diwali on November 8, the McKinney, Texas spice brand shares the cardamom, garam masala and other spices behind classic festival sweets and dishes. MCKINNEY, TX, UNITED STATES, November 3, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- November 4, 2026 — Diwali …

Church Of God In Christ Convocation Returns to St. Louis With a Projected $250 Million Regional Economic Impact

ST. LOUIS, MO, UNITED STATES, November 3, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Delegates and attendees from all 50 states and around the globe will gather at St. Louis America's Center Convention Complex for the denomination's largest annual event …

Advantage | The Authority Company’s New Authors Bring Insights Into Maximizing Impact In Life and Career

Advantage | The Authority Company announces five new publishing projects by leading experts in healthcare, entrepreneurship, leadership, and faith. CHARLESTON, SC, UNITED STATES, November 3, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Advantage | The Authority …

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Todd Netland Reveals the Real-Life Music Experiences Behind *Fame and Fortune Tellers

Drawing on hundreds of gospel concerts, international tours, and personal challenges, the author explores the deeper meaning of faith, fame, and success. SAN FRANCISCO BAY AREA, CA, UNITED STATES, November 3, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Christian …

PAX AGRICULTURA Plants a White Rose for Peace at the Shrine of Our Lady of Fátima

World Food Prize Laureate Heidi Kühn brings her global “Peace Through Agriculture” movement to Portugal, a symbol of peace and food security on All Saints’ Day FATIMA, PORTUGAL, November 2, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- On the occasion of All …

Pastor Mike Novotny Concludes Taboo Tour for 1,500 Attendees

Pastor Mike Novotny concluded a tour that reached 1,500 students. Helping students address difficult topics, struggles, and confession through biblical truth. MILWAUKEE, WI, UNITED STATES, November 2, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Pastor Mike …

Vince Gill to Headline Mission Lazarus’ 'Songs on a Mission' at the Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum

Dean Dillon and Rodney Crowell also join the Nov. 19 celebration marking 25 years of faith-driven transformation in Honduras and Haiti NASHVILLE, TN, UNITED STATES, November 2, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- International nonprofit Mission Lazarus …

Just One Life Partners with GriefShare to Bring Hope and Healing to Churches

| Church screening licenses and free ministry resources connect congregations with conversations about grief, faith and hope through a GriefShare partnership. NASHVILLE, TN, UNITED STATES, November 2, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- As the holiday …

Aaron Wright of Personalized Retirement Planners Discusses Values-Based Investing

Discover how faith, family, and financial stewardship come together to help individuals align their investment decisions with their beliefs and values. COOKEVILLE , TN, UNITED STATES, November 2, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- COOKEVILLE, Tenn. — …

Award-Winning Western Drama 'Wild Faith Christmas' Arrives on VOD Nationwide November 3

Beloved Sequel to Hit Film 'Wild Faith' Brings Frontier Faith, Action, and Holiday Heart to All Major Streaming Platforms via BMG-Global LOS ANGELES, CA, UNITED STATES, November 2, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- BMG-Global announces the …

Psychotherapist Explores the Deeper Meaning of Gratitude Through Conversations He Believed Came from a Higher Source

LOS ANGELES, CA, UNITED STATES, November 2, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Gratitude often takes the form of a simple “thank you,” a kind word or a moment of appreciation when life takes a welcome turn. But what if thankfulness meant more than …

Bhava Opens Its Ambassador Programme to Desi Creators Worldwide

Bhava pays desi creators per post to talk about Kundali matching WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, November 2, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Bhava, the Hindu matrimony app that scores every match on Ashtakoota Guna Milan before two people meet, today …

Your True Human Power Explores the Connection Between Spiritual Purpose and Personal Transformation

Rev. Steven Golden, Doctor of Divinity, draws on New Thought, manifestation and transformative journey in a guide to reconnecting with the Divine Source within. NEW YORK CITY, NY, UNITED STATES, November 2, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Why do some …

Puritans, Plagues, and Promises Brings England's Turbulent Past to Life Through Family History

William E. "Bill" Cole presents a researched historical narrative connecting faith, genealogy, and the remarkable journey that helped shape early America. NEW YORK CITY, NY, UNITED STATES, November 2, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- William …

Announcing Capstone University's CPE Center Accreditation Board

UNIVERSITY PLACE, WA, UNITED STATES, November 2, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Capstone University is now a CPE Learning Center Accrediting Body. Organizations providing on-site CPE training that seek to become accredited by a nationally recognized and …

Julie Hansen Announces the Release of Children's Christian Book, The Night Before Christmas: A Savior is Born

“A Christmas classic meets the timeless story of our Savior’s birth.” DALLAS, TX, UNITED STATES, November 1, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- About the Book Children's Christmas Christian/Religious Date Published: 11-01-2026 Publisher: 100X …

Texas Amphitheater Welcomes The Holiday Season With Almost There: A Christmas Musical

Live musical production, with arrangements by Michael W. Smith, brings the Christmas story to Glen Rose for three weekends, December 4-19, 2026 GLEN ROSE, TX, UNITED STATES, October 30, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The spirit of Christmas will …