Hope is Here
The 2025 World Conference, themed “Hope Is Here,” will take place from 30 May to 6 June in Independence, Missouri, USA, focusing on community, worship, and church business. This event will celebrate President Steve Veazey’s twenty years of courageous, visionary leadership and consider the call of Stassi D. Cramm to serve as the next prophet-president. Join us for this inspiring and historic event!
Musicians for World Conference
The Graceland University Director of Bands invites musicians of all ages and experience levels to join the ensemble for the 5 June worship service at World Conference. Sign up today to participate!
Translation and Hearing Services Available
Translation and hearing services available during Conference via ListenWIFI app.
Name Badges for Conference
All registered participants are encouraged to wear their conference name badges during all on-site events.
Listen to Legislative Session Summaries
Listen to summaries of World Conference Legislative Exploration Sessions.
New Field Configurations
Learn about the new field configurations following the 2025 World Conference.
Journey to World Conference
The First Presidency invites us into a time of reflection, renewal, and spiritual growth as we prepare to be together for 2025 World Conference.
Ignite Hope
This resource offers weekly spiritual practices as we prepare for World Conference 2025.
Share Your Reflections on Hope
Share your thoughts on hope to inspire and guide World Conference attendees by completing a brief form.
Schedule
Updated on 28 May 2025. Schedule subject to change. Times are listed in Central USA Time.
Wednesday, 28 May
10:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m.
Registration Booth Open
Auditorium, west entrance, foyer
1:00 p.m.
Prayer for Peace
Temple Sanctuary
Thursday, 29 May
10:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m.
Registration Booth Open
Auditorium, west entrance, foyer
1:00 p.m.
Prayer for Peace
Temple Sanctuary | YouTube
Worship Bulletin
Friday, 30 May
hope is here
9:00 a.m.-7:00 p.m.
Registration Booth Open
Auditorium, first floor, east side
12:00-5:00 p.m.
Conference Event Store
Temple Museum
12:00-5:00 p.m.
First Aid Open
Temple, Hallway behind Reception Desk
1:00 p.m.
Prayer for Peace
Temple Sanctuary | YouTube
Worship Bulletin
1:15-2:45 p.m.
Discussion Sessions
Temple
See Program for locations
3:00-4:30 p.m.
Discussion Sessions
Various Locations
See Program for locations
6:00-7:00 p.m.
Sacred Pulse
World Plaza
Details Found Here
6:00-9:00 p.m.
Young Adult Kick-Off Celebration
Family Life Center
Join us for dinner, fellowship, games and a spiritual practice to center us for the upcoming week of hope!
Saturday, 31 May
story of hope
7:30 a.m.-6:45 p.m.
Registration Booth Open
Auditorium, first floor, east side
8:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m.
Conference Kids
Advance enrollment required
8:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m.
Childcare
Advance enrollment required
8:00 a.m.-6:00 p.m.
First Aid Open
Auditorium, first floor, southeast corner, Room 123
8:30 a.m.-12:00 p.m.
Legislative Session
Auditorium Conference Chamber | YouTube
Session will include opening ceremony, conference organization, statements by departing First Presidency, and presentation of Prophet-President call by Council of Twelve Apostles
8:30 a.m.-6:45 p.m.
Conference Event Store
Temple Museum
11:30 a.m.-2:00 p.m.
Mission Expo
Temple Reception Hall
12:00-1:00 p.m.
Lunch
1:00-1:30 p.m.
Prayer for Peace
Temple Sanctuary | YouTube
Worship Bulletin
1:30-5:00 p.m.
Conference Kids
Advance enrollment required
1:30-5:00 p.m.
Childcare
Advance enrollment required
2:00-4:30 p.m.
Priesthood and Caucus Meetings
Various Locations
Session will include consideration of Prophet-President call; See Program for locations
4:30-6:00 p.m.
Dinner
4:30-7:00 p.m.
Mission Expo
Temple Reception Hall
6:30-10:00 p.m.
First Aid Open
Temple, Hallway behind Reception Desk
7:00-8:30 p.m.
Worship
Auditorium Conference Chamber | YouTube
Worship Bulletin
Celebrating our story and 20 years of President Stephen M. Veazey's leadership
8:30-9:30 p.m.
World Plaza Celebration
Temple World Plaza
Come and meet and celebrate our Conference community
8:30-9:30 p.m.
Mission Expo
Temple Reception Hall
8:30-9:30 p.m.
Conference Event Store
Temple Museum
8:30-9:30 p.m.
Youth Activity: Board Game Night
Temple Shalom Place
Details Found Here
9:00-10:00 p.m.
Communion Server Practice
Auditorium Conference Chamber
9:30-10:30 p.m.
Young Adult Candle-Lit Campfire
Temple Roof
Join us under the stars for classic campfire singalongs and heartfelt harmonies. Bring friends and favorite songs—fun for all ages!
Sunday, 1 June
prophetic hope
8:00 a.m.-6:00 p.m.
First Aid Open
Auditorium, first floor, southeast corner, Room 123
8:30-9:15 a.m.
Communion Prep and Meditation
Temple
10:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m.
Communion Service
Auditorium Conference Chamber | YouTube
Council of Twelve Apostles presiding
12:00-1:30 p.m.
Lunch
12:00-2:00 p.m.
Mission Expo
Temple Reception Hall
12:00-4:00 p.m.
Registration Booth Open
Auditorium, first floor, east side
1:00-1:30 p.m.
Prayer for Peace
Temple Sanctuary | YouTube
Worship Bulletin
1:00-6:45 p.m.
Conference Event Store
Temple Museum
1:30-5:00 p.m.
Conference Kids
Advance enrollment required
1:30-5:00 p.m.
Childcare
Advance enrollment required
2:00-4:30 p.m.
Legislative Session
Auditorium Conference Chamber | YouTube
Session will consider Prophet-President call, Alternative Common Consent: Statement on Nonviolence
4:30-6:00 p.m.
Dinner
4:30-7:00 p.m.
Mission Expo
Temple Reception Hall
6:30-10:00 p.m.
First Aid Open
Temple, Hallway behind Reception Desk
7:00-8:30 p.m.
Worship
Auditorium Conference Chamber | YouTube
Prophet-President ordination service and presentation of Letter of Counsel with leadership changes
8:30-9:30 p.m.
World Plaza Celebration
Temple World Plaza
8:30-9:30 p.m.
Mission Expo
Temple Reception Hall
8:30—9:30 p.m.
Conference Event Store
Temple Museum
Monday, 2 June
turn toward hope
8:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m.
Conference Kids
Advance enrollment required
8:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m.
Childcare
Advance enrollment required
8:00 a.m.-6:00 p.m.
First Aid Open
Auditorium, first floor, southeast corner, Room 123
8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m.
Registration Booth Open
Auditorium, first floor, east side
8:30-11:30 a.m.
Priesthood and Caucus Meetings
Various Locations
Session will consider Letter of Counsel for World Church leadership; See Program for locations
10:00 a.m.-6:45 p.m.
Conference Event Store
Temple Museum
11:30 a.m.-1:00 p.m.
Lunch
12:00-2:00 p.m.
Mission Expo
Temple Reception Hall
1:00-1:30 p.m.
Prayer for Peace
World Plaza
1:30-5:00 p.m.
Conference Kids
Advance enrollment required
1:30-5:00 p.m.
Childcare
Advance enrollment required
2:00-4:30 p.m.
Legislative Session
Auditorium Conference Chamber
Session will consider statements by World Church leaders retiring, consideration of the Letter of Counsel for World Church leadership, World Conference Legislation
4:30-6:00 p.m.
Dinner
4:30-7:00 p.m.
Mission Expo
Temple Reception Hall
6:30-10:00 p.m.
First Aid Open
Temple, Hallway behind Reception Desk
7:00-8:30 p.m.
Worship
Temple Sanctuary | YouTube
Ordination of First Presidency Counselors and Presiding Evangelist
8:30-9:30 p.m.
Welcoming New Leadership
World Plaza
8:30-9:30 p.m.
Mission Expo
Temple Reception Hall
8:30-10:00 p.m.
Young Adult Coffee & Open-Mic Night
Delaware Coffee
Unwind with creativity and connection at open mic night. Enjoy performances, meet peers, and explore ways to support the church through giving and generosity.
Tuesday, 3 June
spirit of hope
8:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m.
Conference Kids
Advance enrollment required
8:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m.
Childcare
Advance enrollment required
8:00 a.m.-6:00 p.m.
First Aid Open
Auditorium, first floor, southeast corner, Room 123
8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m.
Registration Booth Open
Auditorium, first floor, east side
8:30-10:00 a.m.
Priesthood and Caucus Meetings
Various Locations
During the High Priest Quorum, the new President will be set apart; See Program for locations
10:00 a.m.-6:45 p.m.
Conference Event Store
Temple Museum
10:30-11:30 a.m.
Legislative Session
Auditorium Conference Chamber
Session will consider World Conference Legislation
11:30 a.m.-1:00 p.m.
Lunch
12:00-2:00 p.m.
Mission Expo
Temple Reception Hall
12:30-1:30 p.m.
Lunch and Learn Sessions
Various Locations
See Saturday Bulletin for locations
1:00-1:30 p.m.
Prayer for Peace
Temple Sanctuary | YouTube
Worship Bulletin
1:30-5:00 p.m.
Conference Kids
Advance enrollment required
1:30-5:00 p.m.
Childcare
Advance enrollment required
2:00-4:30 p.m.
Legislative Session
Auditorium Conference Chamber
Session will consider World Conference Legislation, Alternative Common Consent: Statement on Nonviolence
4:30-6:00 p.m.
Dinner
4:30-7:00 p.m.
Mission Expo
Temple Reception Hall
6:30-10:00 p.m.
First Aid Open
Temple, Hallway behind Reception Desk
7:00-8:30 p.m.
Worship
Temple Sanctuary | YouTube
Ordination service for new apostles
8:30-9:30 p.m.
Welcoming New Leadership
World Plaza
8:30-9:30 p.m.
Mission Expo
Temple Reception Hall
9:00-10:00 p.m.
Youth Activity: Pizza with the President
Temple Shalom Place
Details Found Here
Wednesday, 4 June
breathe in hope
8:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m.
Conference Kids
Advance enrollment required
8:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m.
Childcare
Advance enrollment required
8:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m.
First Aid Open
Auditorium, first floor, southeast corner, Room 123
8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m.
Registration Booth Open
Auditorium, first floor, east side
8:30-10:00 a.m.
Priesthood and Caucus Meetings
Various Locations
During the Joint Council of Seventy the new Presidents of Seventy will be set apart; See Program for locations
10:00-3:00 p.m.
Conference Event Store
Temple Museum
10:30-11:30 a.m.
Legislative Session
Auditorium Conference Chamber
Session will consider World Conference Legislation
11:30 a.m.-1:00 p.m.
Lunch
12:00-2:00 p.m.
Mission Expo
Temple Reception Hall
This is the last session for the Mission Expo during this World Conference
12:30-1:30 p.m.
Lunch and Learn Sessions
Various Locations
See Saturday Bulletin for locations
1:00-1:30 p.m.
Prayer for Peace
Temple Sanctuary | YouTube
Service will include setting apart of President of Council of Twelve Apostles
1:30-5:00 p.m.
Conference Kids
Advance enrollment required
1:30-5:00 p.m.
Childcare
Advance enrollment required
2:00-4:30 p.m.
Legislative Session
Auditorium Conference Chamber
Session will consider World Conference Legislation
4:30-5:30 p.m.
Dinner
Various Locations
Receptions and Community Building; See Saturday Bulletin for details
5:00-6:00 p.m.
Youth Activity: Graceland University Esports Takeover
Stone Church
Details Found Here
8:45-10:00 p.m.
Young Adult Round-Table Discussions: A Conversation Between World Church Leaders and Young Adults
Stone Church
Join church leaders and young adults for open, thoughtful dialogue on topics that matter. Come ready to engage in meaningful, productive conversation.
Thursday, 5 June
choose hope
8:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m.
Conference Kids
Advance enrollment required
8:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m.
Childcare
Advance enrollment required
8:00 a.m.-6:00 p.m.
First Aid Open
Auditorium, first floor, southeast corner, Room 123
8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m.
Registration Booth Open
Auditorium, first floor, east side
8:30-10:00 a.m.
Priesthood and Caucus Meetings
Various Locations
During the High Priest Quorum the new Standing High Council members will be set apart; See Program for locations
10:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m.
Conference Event Store
Temple Museum
10:30-11:30 a.m.
Legislative Session
Auditorium Conference Chamber
Session will consider World Conference Legislation
11:30 a.m.-1:00 p.m.
Lunch
12:30-1:30 p.m.
Lunch and Learn Sessions
Various Locations
See Saturday Bulletin for locations
1:00-1:30 p.m.
Prayer for Peace
Temple Sanctuary | YouTube
Worship Bulletin
1:30-5:00 p.m.
Conference Kids
Advance enrollment required
1:30-5:00 p.m.
Childcare
Advance enrollment required
2:00-4:30 p.m.
Alternative Common Consent: Statement on Nonviolence
Auditorium Conference Chamber
4:30-6:00 p.m.
Dinner
6:30-10:00 p.m.
First Aid Open
Temple, Hallway behind Reception Desk
7:00-8:30 p.m.
Worship
Temple Sanctuary | YouTube
First Presidency presiding
8:30-9:30 p.m.
World Plaza Celebration
Temple World Plaza
Come celebrate our Conference community
Friday, 6 June
onward in hope
8:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m.
Conference Kids
Advance enrollment required
8:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m.
Childcare
Advance enrollment required
8:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m.
First Aid Open
Auditorium, first floor, southeast corner, Room 123
8:30 a.m.—3:30 p.m.
Registration Booth Open
Auditorium, first floor, east side
8:30-11:30 a.m.
Legislative Session
Auditorium Conference Chamber
Session will consider World Conference Legislation
11:30 a.m.-1:00 p.m.
Lunch
1:00-1:30 p.m.
Prayer for Peace
Temple Sanctuary | YouTube
Worship Bulletin
1:30-5:00 p.m.
Conference Kids
Advance enrollment required
1:30-5:00 p.m.
Childcare
Advance enrollment required
2:00-3:30 p.m.
Legislative Session
Auditorium Conference Chamber
Session will engage in Prophetic Imagination or continue with Unfinished World Conference Legislation
3:45-4:30 p.m.
Commissioning Service
Auditorium Conference Chamber | YouTube
Council of Twelve Apostles and Presidents of Seventy presiding
5:30-6:30 p.m.
Young Adult Closing Worship
Temple Meditation Chapel
Reflect on the week with prayer, music, and hope. Open to young adults and high school youth as we welcome summer together in community.
