Latter-day Seeker Ministries
You are welcome here.
Wherever you find yourself today, full of questions, holding grief, or simply curious, we invite you to take the next step that feels right for you. Learn more about Community of Christ and access resources for Latter-day Seekers at latterdayseekers.org.
Ways to Connect
We know that faith journeys are rarely simple. For many, they include questions, transitions, grief, hope, and the deep desire to find meaning and belonging again. Latter-day Seeker Ministries exists to walk alongside those who are exploring, questioning, or reimagining their faith, especially those with roots in Restoration traditions.
Wherever you are on your journey, you are welcome here. There is a place for you here.
What You Can Expect
Our journey as a people of faith has shaped in us a deep compassion for spiritual seekers and refugees, those finding their way and longing to make sense of what they’ve experienced.
Many who connect with Community of Christ come from an LDS background. We call those exploring our community “Seekers,” and we lovingly refer to our LDS friends who are exploring as “Latter-day Seekers.”
If you are feeling disaffected, frustrated, or unsure about what comes next, we invite you to come and see. We believe that the welfare of each is bound up in the welfare of all. We seek to be a community rooted in openness, curiosity, and a spirit of discovery. So whether you are looking for a new spiritual home, or simply a place to rest for a while, you are invited.
How We Support Latter-day Seekers
Meet With Us In Person
Frequently Asked Questions
Several of our congregations provide streamed worship services every Sunday so you can tune in and check us out before you take the step to walk in the building.
- Salt Lake City, Utah
- Richland, Washington
- Pocatello, Idaho
- Beyond the Walls (Canada/Worldwide)
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How is Community of Christ similar/different from The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints?
Community of Christ, formerly the Reorganized Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints, has its beginnings in 1830 with Joseph Smith Jr. After Smith’s death, a succession crisis ensued with believers who followed various factions in the Midwest coming together under the leadership of Joseph Smith Jr’s oldest son, Joseph Smith III, in 1860. Community of Christ shares 14-years of history of Joseph Smith Jr.'s leadership with The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, while both organizations have developed independently since.
What are your basic beliefs?
Read more about our Enduring Principles and Mission Initiatives.
Do you believe Community of Christ is the One True Church?
We do not believe any one church has all the answers. Therefore, we do not believe, as we did at one time in our history, that we are the one true church. We claim our “unique and sacred place within the circle of those who call upon the name of Jesus Christ.” (DC 161:1b) We seek to be a true and faithful reflection of God revealed through Jesus Christ and gain much insight in our association with other Christian faiths.
Does Community of Christ believe in the Trinity?
Yes, Community of Christ members are Trinitarians.
What does priesthood look like in Community of Christ?
Some disciples are called and ordained to particular priesthood responsibilities and ministries for the sake of the community, the congregation, and the world. Priesthood is not about selfaggrandizement; it is about serving others. There is no age requirement. The priesthood is not progressive. Generally, persons 18 and older may be called. Both men and women are represented in all priesthood offices.
What is the role of Women in Community of Christ?
On April 3, 1984, President Wallace B. Smith presented an inspired document to the World Conference. The ninth paragraph provided for the ordination of women. That document is Doctrine and Covenants 156. Now ordained women fully and effectively participate in every congregational leadership role. Women, including women of color, also serve in the highest levels of church hierarchy. It was a long journey that in many ways is still unfolding. The first woman Prophet-President, Stassi Cramm, was ordained at the 2025 World Conference.
Is Community of Christ LGBTQIA+ affirming?
In 2013, the Community of Christ in the USA voted to allow for same-sex marriage and LGBTQIA ordination. Many congregations in the Inland West Mission Center have also completed Harmony’s (a LGBT non-profit supporting inclusion in Community of Christ) Welcoming and Affirming program. Read more about our journey to LGBTQIA inclusion.
What does Community of Christ believe about scripture?
Community of Christ encourages its members to use the most scholarly, up-to-date translations of the Bible. The English-speaking church uses the New Revised Standard Version Updated Edition (NRSVue). The church also uses the Doctrine and Covenants and The Book of Mormon.
What is the purpose of the Temple in Independence?
Community of Christ has one temple located in Independence, Missouri. Like other temples in the Restoration, the Temple in Independence is designed with symbols that draw the mind to higher things. At our historic "center place," the Temple is our symbolic mountain of the Lord which orients us to Zion and the peaceable kingdom. Like the first temple of the Restoration built in Kirtland, Ohio, the Temple in Independence is open to all people. It is dedicated to peace, reconciliation, and healing of the spirit. Similar to the way Kirtland Temple supported the early members of the church in the 19th century, the Temple at Independence serves three functions for Community of Christ:
- Church leaders maintain offices and regularly meet together from across the globe at the Temple to administer the church
- The Temple is a place to gather for worship and to experience God's Spirit
- Through education programs our priesthood members throughout the world receive training and instruction to fulfill their callings
Does Community of Christ perform "saving ordinances?"
Previously known as ordinances, sacraments are special ministries given to the church to convey the grace of Jesus Christ to his followers and all those he yearns to touch with his compassion. In these ministries, God sanctifies common elements of creation (water, bread and wine, oil, hands) to bless human life and to renew and form the church to seek the peaceful kingdom of God. Through the sacraments, we discover the presence of God everywhere and realize that all life is sacred.
Community of Christ sacraments include: Baptism, Confirmation, Communion (Lord’s Supper), Blessing of Children, Laying on of Hands for the Sick (Administration), Evangelist Blessing, Ordination, and Marriage.
We do not practice baptism for the dead. We believe that baptism is a choice each person should make. We do not practice celestial marriage, we believe in eternal life, and believe we are married for earthly life. Mark 12:25 “…rise from dead neither marry nor given in marriage, but as angels.” We trust in God’s boundless love and grace which always seeks to unite us, not separate us.
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Meet Our Ministers
We want you to know you don’t have to explain everything to us. We get it, because we’ve been there too. Each of us has walked our own path through questions, change, and rediscovery. We understand the complexity of faith transitions, and we’re here to listen without judgment or agenda. If you’d like to connect, we’re available in whatever way feels most comfortable to you. That might look like a text, an email, a Zoom conversation, or meeting up for coffee.
Stories of Faith & Transition
Faith transitions can feel isolating, but you are not alone.
Fair Trade is a series from our podcast, Faith Unfiltered, for honest, courageous conversations about faith, identity, and belonging. Guests share what they’ve left behind, what they’re still discovering, and how they’ve found peace and purpose along the way. These stories remind us that even in uncertainty, something new and meaningful can take shape.
Latter-day Seeker Ministries is more than a single program, it’s a growing network of people, spaces, and opportunities for connection, learning, and belonging.
Some of the ways we engage this ministry include:
- Showing up in the wider community by staffing booths and connecting with seekers at events like Sunstone Symposium and Pride festivals
- Equipping Community of Christ ministers and leaders through training and resources to better understand and support Latter-day Seekers
- Creating thoughtful, accessible online content for those exploring faith, often quietly and on their own time
- Supporting in-person gatherings such as discussion groups, book clubs, and small communities where honest conversation can unfold
At the heart of all of this is a simple commitment: to meet people where they are, and to walk alongside them as they discern what comes next.
Listen to stories of Latter-day Seekers like you:
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Laura grew up in a small Colorado town in the LDS tradition, where her early faith experiences continue to shape her deep empathy for those navigating spiritual transitions. Before joining Community of Christ, she worked as a paralegal and was actively involved in the Ordain Women movement in Utah.
Now an ordained priest in Community of Christ, Laura has served on the leadership teams of the Salt Lake Congregation and Utah Mission Ministries. She is passionate about social justice, expansive spirituality, and thoughtful, responsible interpretation of scripture. Laura brings creativity into everything she does and loves crafting in all its forms. She lives in Davis County with her husband.
A Community for Seekers
Brittany grew up in Provo, Utah, in the LDS tradition and has been engaged in seeker ministry since 2015. Her work has especially focused on digital spaces, including social media and podcasting, helping create accessible and meaningful entry points for those exploring faith.
She holds a seminary degree from Graceland University and is an ordained elder in Community of Christ. Brittany currently serves as pastor of the Salt Lake Congregation and is actively involved in ecumenical work across Utah, including the Great Salt Lake Interfaith Action coalition and the “That’s Church” team. An avid reader and plant enthusiast, Brittany lives in Utah County with her husband, kids, and dogs.
- A safe and welcoming space to explore faith at your own pace
- Honest dialogue and thoughtful questions
- A community grounded in grace, compassion, and belonging
- Opportunities to connect online or in person
Community of Christ does not proselytize. We are not here to convince or persuade. We are here to offer connection, conversation, and community. If you are happy in your current faith, we celebrate that with you. If you are searching, we are here.
We have four groups in Utah that provide support for Latter-day Seekers either in person or online. Each group has it's own schedule, meeting format, and activities.
- Logan
- Ogden
- Salt Lake
- Provo