Summary
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (LDS) will change its Sunday worship schedule starting September 6, 2026. Members will now attend all second-hour classes every Sunday. The Church leaders say the update aims to strengthen gospel learning and increase spiritual support.
Key Facts
- The new schedule starts on September 6, 2026.
- Members will attend second-hour classes every Sunday without rotating between classes weekly.
- The main Sunday worship includes a 60-minute sacrament meeting followed by two 25-minute classes.
- The total worship time remains two hours, same as since 2019.
- Leadership changes, including the appointment of Clark Gilbert to the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles, occurred earlier in the year.
- Church leaders say the change will help members connect more closely with personal and family study.
- The Church will keep its current study programs and materials.
- The changes reflect goals to support members as "lifelong disciples of Jesus Christ."
