The Gospel of Jesus Christ in Action

Serving Our Communities Together by Reaching Out With Love, Service & Community Programs within the Vernon, BC Stake of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. 

The Vernon BC Stake (geographical area) of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints consists of twelve congregations (referred to as Wards or Branches):

Kamloops First and Second Wards,
Salmon Arm Ward,
Vernon First and Second Wards,
Kelowna First and Second Wards,
West Kelowna Ward,
Okanagan Young Single Adults (YSA) Branch,
Penticton Ward,
Osoyoos Branch,
and Merritt Branch.

The Gospel of Jesus Christ in Action is an initiative
open to anyone in need and to anyone willing to serve.

The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints provides a wide variety of programs and services to bless our members, friends, neighbors, and communities. Through simple acts of service and community outreach, we can build stronger bonds, uplift others, and invite all to experience the Gospel in Action.

Explore your ancestry and participate in family history workshops through FamilySearch.

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Access resources to improve employment opportunities and self-reliance at Employment Services.

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Committed to providing resources to strengthen the home and family.

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Learn how to prepare for emergencies with the Church’s Emergency Preparedness Guide.

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Find and participate in community service projects via JustServe.

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Seek support and healing through the Church’s Addiction Recovery Program.
Find help with advisors through a phone call.

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Improve English language skills with EnglishConnect.

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Participate in humanitarian efforts through the Church’s Humanitarian Services. The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints is coordinating the BC Thanksgiving food drive.

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Participate in humanitarian efforts through the Church’s Humanitarian Services. The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints is helping Canadian Blood Services with local blood drives.

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Engage in interfaith dialogue and events, such as the World Religions Conference.

The World Religions Conference 2026 will be held on Sunday, September 27th, 6:30 pm. It will be held at the Okanagan College in Kelowna (details to come). At the end of the Conference, an Indian/Asian dinner will be served for free.

Participate in the Church’s annual Christmas initiative 
and make the world a brighter place through Light the World.

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Access affordable online higher education through BYU–Pathway Worldwide.

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Do you need more information?

Reach out to our missionaries to learn more about The Gospel of Jesus Christ, Purpose of Life, and other techings of Jesus Christ. Click this link and select the area where you are located to talk to them.