October 2026 general conference Saturday Morning Session Saturday Morning SessionThe Saturday morning session of the 196th Semiannual General Conference of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints held on October 3–4, 2026. D. Todd ChristoffersonSustaining of General Authorities, Area Seventies, and General OfficersPresident Christofferson presents the General Authorities, Area Seventies, and General Officers for a sustaining vote. Gerrit W. GongCome to the Lord in His Holy HouseElder Gong shares foundational doctrine about the house of the Lord that can enrich our personal temple culture. Tamara W. RuniaThe Sculpting of Our SoulsSister Runia teaches that God is intimately aware of your experience and has a plan for you. Gérald CausséThe Gift of TestimonyElder Caussé teaches that a testimony of Jesus Christ is a personal gift of the Spirit and that we should each seek opportunities to share it. Vaiangina SikahemaProphets, Seers, and RevelatorsElder Sikahema teaches how important it is to listen to and follow the words of our prophets and apostles. Kevin J. HathawayJesus Christ Is the Great Deliverer!Elder Hathaway teaches that if we turn to Jesus Christ, He can deliver us from our afflictions. Ulisses SoaresA Higher and Holier FastElder Soares teaches that observing the law of the fast is an act of worship that shapes and refines our discipleship and draws us closer to the Lord. Sean DouglasThe Hour of Your Mission Is ComeBishop Douglas invites the rising generation to follow the counsel of modern prophets and serve missions. D. Todd ChristoffersonO Be WisePresident Christofferson teaches about the dangers of gambling and encourages us to use our time to do good. Saturday Afternoon Session Saturday Afternoon SessionThe Saturday afternoon session of the 196th Semiannual General Conference of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints held on October 3–4, 2026. Dale G. Renlund“How Long Will It Be Ere They Believe Me?”Elder Renlund teaches that remembering God’s goodness and trusting His promises can help us find joy and peace through Jesus Christ, even amid life’s challenges. Timothy L. FarnesDivine AppointmentsPresident Farnes teaches that as covenant followers of Jesus Christ, we should see the person before us with compassion rather than judgment and then act. Christian C. ChigbunduSpiritual ImmunityElder Chigbundu teaches that scripture study, prayer, the sacrament, and covenants can help us withstand life’s challenges. Patricio M. GiuffraTrusting the Lord Through Tithes and OfferingsElder Giuffra teaches about the blessings of obeying the law of tithing, even in difficult financial circumstances. Jeremiah J. MorganThe Infinite Power of God in Our CovenantsElder Morgan teaches that covenants with God have great power and affect not only us but also our posterity across generations. Hutch U. FaleI Am a Child of GodElder Fale teaches that we are all beloved children of God and we will be blessed as we follow His plan. Patrick KearonJesus Lives to LiftElder Kearon teaches that Jesus Christ will be our spiritual lift as we turn to Him. Michael A. DunnThe Ninety and TenUsing the story of a friend helping him finish a race, Elder Dunn testifies of the ways Jesus Christ ministers to us in the journey of life. Matthew J. EyringComfort from the Holy GhostElder Eyring teaches that as we turn to Jesus Christ, we can receive peace, hope, and comfort through the Holy Ghost. Ronald A. RasbandLove Like JesusElder Rasband teaches that those with wayward children should turn their feelings of despair over to Jesus Christ, since He is the one who can change the hearts of those who have gone astray. Sunday Morning Session Sunday Morning SessionThe Sunday morning session of the 196th Semiannual General Conference of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints held on October 3–4, 2026. Henry B. Eyring“Fear Not, I Am with Thee”President Eyring teaches that our loving Heavenly Father will help us during our challenges. Rosemary K. ChibotaA Child of GodPresident Chibota invites us to see others as children of God and to treat them as He would. Neil L. AndersenCourage Born of Our Faith in Jesus ChristElder Andersen shares many examples of people who had the courage to manifest their faith in Jesus Christ. James G. O. FantoneTake Upon Us His NameElder Fantone teaches that taking the Savior’s name upon us means covenanting to serve Him and our fellow beings throughout our lives. Edward DubeCome unto ChristElder Dube teaches that we can invite people to come unto Christ and do their best so that He can perfect them through His grace. Quentin L. CookIntegrity and Virtue Lead to HappinessElder Cook teaches that lifelong disciples of Jesus Christ best reflect the Savior’s teaching and direction when they joyfully live lives of integrity and virtue. Alfred KyunguUsing the Language of PeacemakersElder Kyungu teaches that we can be peacemakers by using language that is kind and respectful. Ciro SchmeilConsider Your Ways, and from This Day Will the Lord Bless YouElder Schmeil teaches that our Savior and our covenants are essential to guide us through the covenant path and help us overcome our challenges and weaknesses. Dallin H. OaksThe Gospel of Jesus Christ Is for AllPresident Oaks teaches that the gospel of Jesus Christ is for all people and encourages us to come unto Christ and trust in His promises. Sunday Afternoon Session Sunday Afternoon SessionThe Sunday afternoon session of the 196th Semiannual General Conference of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints held on October 3–4, 2026. Dieter F. UchtdorfChrist-Centered UnityPresident Uchtdorf teaches how we can become united in Christ as a community of Saints. Andrea Muñoz SpannausGod Is at Your SideDrawing inspiration from the thirteenth article of faith, Sister Spannaus invites young women to create a list of aspirations, testifying that the Lord will guide and help them. Moisés Villanueva“Prove Me Now Herewith”Elder Villanueva teaches that the Lord will bless us in subtle but significant ways when we obey the law of tithing. David A. BednarSealed by the Holy Spirit of PromiseElder Bednar teaches about the importance of ordinances and covenants in our journey back to our Heavenly Father. Thabo LebethoaJesus Christ Is the Light and Life of the WorldElder Lebethoa teaches three ways that we can feel the Savior’s influence more in our lives. Paul H. SinclairQuick to Help, Slow to JudgeElder Sinclair uses the story of Jesus and the woman at the well to encourage us to help and bless people rather than judging them. Gary E. StevensonFruit to Make One HappyElder Stevenson describes three fruits of the gospel of Jesus Christ and encourages children to share those fruits with others. Gabriel W. ReidYou Are Good Enough to TeachBrother Reid testifies that loving the Lord and loving those we teach is at the heart of gospel teaching. Clark G. GilbertTeach Truth with LoveElder Gilbert teaches about showing love to our neighbors while standing firm in our testimony of truth. Dallin H. OaksClosing RemarksPresident Oaks teaches us to focus on the Savior’s teachings, invites us to study the conference messages, and welcomes the world to the upcoming Salt Lake Temple Celebration.