Joel Randall is a reporter with the Church News. He focuses on themes of religion and spirituality, exploring topics such as Christianity, church administration, and religious practices, while also delving into architecture and culture. His work has been featured in The Church News and Deseret News.
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Joel Randall's articles primarily focus on religion, missionary work, and spiritual events within the local context of Salt Lake City. Given his emphasis on expert commentary and announcements related to religious themes, he may be interested in pitches that offer insights from religious leaders or scholars with a deep understanding of the topics covered.
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August groundbreakings have been announced for the Victoria British Columbia Temple and Tulsa Oklahoma Temple. An architectural rendering and site map were also released for the Victoria temple.
By: Joel Randall
See resources for Elder Chi Hong (Sam) Wong’s April 2026 general conference message to enrich gospel learning individually and in the home. #GeneralConference
By: Joel Randall
Submissions are open until Tuesday, June 30, to write a brief testimony of the Savior
By: Joel Randall
The Church has provided a toolkit of Salt Lake Temple Celebration resources to involve Latter-day Saints and friends around the globe. “We have a singular opportunity to help the world rejoice in Christ,” said President Dieter F. Uchtdorf.
By: Joel Randall
The Lord preserved the U.S. for “the great unfolding of the gospel,” said Elder Ronald A. Rasband in the 2026 Patriotic Service of America’s Freedom Festival in Provo, Utah.
Also, carpet is placed in the celestial room, and chandeliers are installed above the east baptismal font and other areas
In a Church News video titled ‘The Temple Is Set Free,’ construction workers and engineers explain recently completed seismic renovations
By: Joel Randall
Commemorating the country’s 250th birthday, Elder Ronald A. Rasband celebrates liberty, love and religious freedom in the United States in a new Church News video.
An Aug. 29 groundbreaking date has been set for the Coeur d’Alene Idaho Temple of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.
Here’s a first look at the final house of the Lord announced by the late President Russell M. Nelson
