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Whitmer Farm: Church Organization Site The Whitmer Farm is where the restored Church of Jesus Christ was organized. It includes artifacts, fimlms and interactive displays about the site's history.

The Whitmer Farm Visitors' Center is located inside the chapel next to the Whitmer Farm Log Home where The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints was organized in 1830 and where Joseph Smith received revelations from God to guide the new church.

10/17/2026

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April 5 – October 1, 2027
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10/16/2026

What does it mean to make promises with God? And how can those promises bring us closer to Him?

In Episode 3 of Dedicate, seven young adults explore the power of covenants, beginning with the opportunity to be baptized on behalf of their ancestors.

Watch episode 3 of Dedicate on YouTube this Sunday.

10/15/2026

“Hard things happening doesn’t make me question whether God exists or whether Christ is real. Hard things happening makes me desperate to connect with Them.”

Watch to see how Courtney was strengthened by Jesus Christ in her trials.

The First Presidency of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints has shared the following statement about the hea...
10/14/2026

The First Presidency of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints has shared the following statement about the health of Pope Leo XIV:

“We express our heartfelt concern for Pope Leo XIV as he confronts health challenges and extend our sincere wishes for his comfort, strength, and a swift recovery. We join with people of faith around the world in praying that heaven will bless and sustain him during this time. May he feel the peace and healing power of our Savior, Jesus Christ.”

https://newsroom.churchofjesuschrist.org/article/first-presidency-message-healing-comfort-pope-leo-xiv

“For most of my teenage years, people knew me as ‘Melanie the swimmer.’ “I trained early in the morning and again after ...
10/13/2026

“For most of my teenage years, people knew me as ‘Melanie the swimmer.’

“I trained early in the morning and again after school. I competed in national championships and dreamed of moving from Argentina to another country to pursue swimming professionally. My life was built around the next practice, the next tournament, and the next goal.

“Then the pandemic stopped everything.

“When I finally returned to the pool months later, something had changed. I no longer felt the same desire to compete. I knew it was time to close that chapter, but walking away left me feeling lost.

“If I wasn’t ‘Melanie the swimmer,’ who was I?

“I prayed often and talked with people I trusted. Slowly, Jesus Christ helped me understand that swimming was something I did, but it was never the source of my worth. I was Melanie before I was a swimmer, and most importantly, I was a daughter of God.

“God loved me when I was winning races, and He still loved me when I left the pool. I didn’t need to prove my worth to Him or anyone else.

“I still love swimming, but I now know my identity is rooted in something that can’t be lost when my circumstances change. I am a daughter of God, and that will always be who I am.” —Melanie

10/11/2026

Before the recently renovated Salt Lake Temple opens to the public, seven young adults from around the world were invited to see it for themselves.

In Episode 2 of Dedicate, they get a behind-the-scenes look at how the temple foundation has been reinforced to prepare for earthquakes. As they discover what helps support this sacred building, they also explore a powerful symbol of Jesus Christ as the cornerstone—the sure foundation of our faith.

Watch the full episode on YouTube (link in bio). Subscribe to The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints to follow the series.

Everyone is welcome at the Salt Lake Temple Celebration beginning April 5, 2027.

10/10/2026

In the scriptures, we learn of Jesus Christ and His doctrine from the prophets of old. Today, we can hear the words of our modern-day prophets and apostles during general conference.

Messages from the most recent general conference are now available in the Gospel Library app or at the link below:

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2026/10?lang=eng

President Dallin H. Oaks gave several invitations just for you this last general conference.Go to the link in our bio to...
10/08/2026

President Dallin H. Oaks gave several invitations just for you this last general conference.

Go to the link in our bio to read or listen to the most recent general conference talks.

“I call upon all to act on these truths and to share them with others that we may all draw closer to Jesus Christ our Savior.” —President Dallin H. Oaks

“As declared on its title page, the Book of Mormon has come forth that we ‘may know of the covenants of the Lord.’” —President Dallin H. Oaks

“And also for the convincing of all ‘that Jesus is the Christ, the Eternal God, manifesting himself unto all nations.’” —President Dallin H. Oaks

“As the messages from this conference are published, we invite all to study and ponder them prayerfully and to act in faith on the principles they explain.” —President Dallin H. Oaks

“The Lord has promised, ‘Unto him that receiveth, I will give more.’” —President Dallin H. Oaks

“As we now go forward, we invoke the blessings of the Lord on you and your families, blessings of peace and contentment. And we bless your service of the Lord Jesus Christ in these challenging times.” —President Dallin H. Oaks

You can now read and listen to all of the general conference talks on the Gospel Library app. You’re invited to study, ponder, pray, and act.

Go to the link in our bio to read or listen to the most recent general conference talks.

10/05/2026

The messages of this conference and the Spirit of the Lord have inspired all of us to consecrate our worship, focus our learning, and unite our testimonies on the teachings of the Lord Jesus Christ and His Father’s plan for our eternal increase and joy.

As we look forward, we welcome the world, in person or virtually, to the Salt Lake Temple Celebration. On April 5, 2027, the temple doors will open to the public—the first such opening since 1893.

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1455 Aunkst Road
Waterloo, NY
13165

Opening Hours

Monday 10am - 6pm
Tuesday 10am - 6pm
Wednesday 10am - 6pm
Thursday 10am - 6pm
Friday 10am - 6pm
Saturday 10am - 6pm
Sunday 1pm - 6pm

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(315) 539-2552

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