The following is a press release from The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints

Two-hour church to include weekly Sunday School, Relief Society, Young Women, and priesthood quorum meetings

In advance of the upcoming general conference leadership session (April 2, 2026), The First Presidency of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints has announced upcoming adjustments to the Sunday class meeting schedule to support members in their efforts to be lifelong disciples of Jesus Christ. The adjustments will strengthen gospel learning in homes and congregations throughout the world. See the official letter from the First Presidency.

In January 2019, the Church implemented a two-hour Sunday schedule to provide individuals and families with increased opportunities for home-centered gospel study. Members across the world have embraced these changes with faith and enthusiasm. Additional adjustments will be introduced to further enhance learning, fellowship, and worship.

Weekly Sunday School and Quorum and Class Meetings

Beginning September 6, 2026, the alternating weekly schedule for Sunday School and quorum or class meetings will be replaced. Under the updated schedule:

• Sunday School, Relief Society, elders quorum, Young Women and Aaronic Priesthood quorum meetings will be held each week.
• Sacrament meeting will continue to be 60 minutes, followed by brief transition periods.
• Sunday School and quorum and class meetings will each be 25 minutes.
• Primary will continue every Sunday and will be 55 minutes, held while adults and youth attend their respective classes.
• Where local circumstances necessitate, units may begin with Primary and quorum and class meetings and conclude with sacrament meeting.

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“Gathering weekly in every class helps deepen gospel learning by connecting it more closely to personal and family study,” said President Paul V. Johnson, Sunday School General President. “It also enhances the spiritual support that members get. Though the schedule looks different, the amount of time spent learning together remains the same.”

“Come, Follow Me” Alignment

Every age-group will continue participating in “Come, Follow Me” lessons that directly support home study. Weekly classes will offer consistent opportunities to learn together, share experiences, and encourage one another in living gospel principles.

Sunday School classes will continue using “Come, Follow Me—For Home and Church.”

Youth Curriculum: “For the Strength of Youth”

An updated “For the Strength of Youth: A Guide for Making Choices”—now available in the Gospel Library—features 12 chapters that align with monthly study. Physical copies are being shipped to units and do not need to be ordered by local leadership.

Beginning September 6, 2026, this guide will become the curriculum for Young Women classes and Aaronic Priesthood quorums. Additional supporting content will be provided through the “For the Strength of Youth” magazine, starting with the September 2026 issue.

“Living prophets have given us the FSY guide. It’s simple but powerful. It will help young men and young women focus on Christ, know His doctrine, and listen to the Spirit,” said President Timothy L. Farnes, Young Men General President. “This guide will help youth walk in confidence, rely on His power, and move forward with hope in a challenging world. I find it helpful as a daily part of my scripture study.”

The desired outcomes for youth who study this guide are that they will:

1. Become lifelong disciples of Jesus Christ with a firm understanding of His gospel.
2. Be prepared for the endowment with a deeper understanding of priesthood ordinances and covenant promises.
3. Be prepared for a mission with a desire to serve the Lord.
4. Be focused on their future family with an understanding that marriage between a man and a woman is ordained of God and that the family is central to the Father’s plan.
5. Know Jesus Christ is their strength.

Young women, young men, their parents, and leaders are encouraged to subscribe their household to the “For the Strength of Youth” magazine at no cost. Those who would like to receive additional copies can purchase current issues at store.ChurchofJesusChrist.org or at retail stores. Current and past issues can be accessed digitally on ChurchofJesusChrist.org or the Gospel Library app. If members need help with subscriptions, they may contact their local magazine representative or ward clerk.

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Relief Society and Elders Quorum

Weekly Relief Society and elders quorum meetings will continue to focus on messages from the most recent general conference. These discussions emphasize understanding prophetic teachings and applying them in daily life.

“There is additive strength that comes when we meet each week to counsel, learn, and support one another,” said President Camille N. Johnson, Relief Society General President. “When we gather in His name, the Spirit is there to teach us, testimonies are strengthened, and we lift each other in discipleship. This weekly time for connection will help us draw closer to the Savior and each other. We find joy in walking the covenant path together.”

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Strengthening Worship in Sacrament Meeting

While the length of sacrament meeting remains unchanged, leaders are encouraged to deliberately consider ways to strengthen the quality of worship and help sacrament meeting become more central in the lives of Latter-day Saints. Members are invited to seek meaningful ways to enrich their own worship experience. Sacrament meeting is a time of joy, reverence, and welcoming fellowship centered on the Savior Jesus Christ.

The fifth Sunday in August 2026 will be dedicated for preparation and discussion by youth, their parents, and their leaders. Additional preparation and discussion for members will take place during the second hour on September 6, 2026. Resources, training materials, and answers to common questions will be made available in the coming weeks.