Music & the Spoken Word

A teachable spirit opens the door to lasting wisdom.

This broadcast originally aired on Sunday, August 9th, 2026, from Temple Square in Salt Lake City, Utah Broadcast number 5056.

Some of the greatest sermons are preached by the singing of hymns.

This broadcast originally aired on Sunday, August 2nd, 2026, from Temple Square in Salt Lake City, Utah Broadcast number 5055

When we put God first, all other things fall into their proper place...”  -Ezra Taft Benson

This broadcast officially aired Sunday July 26th, 2026, from Temple Square in Salt Lake City, Utah Broadcast number: 5054.

God’s love is endless.

This broadcast officially aired Sunday July 19th, 2026, from Temple Square in Salt Lake City, Utah Broadcast number: 5053.

God’s blessings are an extension of His hand in our lives.

This broadcast officially aired Sunday July 12th, 2026, from Temple Square in Salt Lake City, Utah Broadcast number: 5052.

A special message delivered from Kansas City's Head Coach, Andy Reid.

This broadcast officially aired Sunday July 5th, 2026, from Temple Square in Salt Lake City, Utah Broadcast number: 5051.

Host Derrick Porter is joined by Andy Reid, guest narrator for the July 5, 2026, Music & the Spoken Word broadcast commemorating America's 250th anniversary. Recorded in conjunction with this special program, Coach Reid shares his connection to the Tabernacle Choir, the values that have shaped his life and career, and reflections on family, faith, football, and the enduring spirit of America.

When life’s challenges seem daunting, we can move forward in faith

This broadcast officially aired Sunday June 21st, 2026, from Temple Square in Salt Lake City, Utah Broadcast number: 5049.

Some of life’s greatest lessons come from experiences we would never choose.

This broadcast officially aired Sunday June 14th, 2026, from Temple Square in Salt Lake City, Utah Broadcast number: 5048.

With all thy getting, get understanding. – Proverbs 4:7

This broadcast officially aired Sunday June 7th, 2026, from Temple Square in Salt Lake City, Utah Broadcast number: 5047.

Friends at first are friends again at last.

This broadcast officially aired Sunday May 31st, 2026, from Temple Square in Salt Lake City, Utah Broadcast number: 5046.

Host Derrick Porter sits down with Craig Butler and Nathan K. Wright, members of the teleprompter support team for the Tabernacle Choir and Music & the Spoken Word. They pull back the curtain on what it takes to keep a live broadcast running smoothly — from cueing lyrics and scripts to working in lockstep with the production team each week. It's a behind-the-scenes role most people never see, but one that's essential to every broadcast.

Cast thy burden upon the Lord, and he shall sustain thee.

This broadcast officially aired Sunday May 17th, 2026, from Temple Square in Salt Lake City, Utah Broadcast number: 5045.

This broadcast offically aired Sunday May 17th, 2026, from Temple Square in Salt Lake City, Utah Broadcast number 5044.