Music & the Spoken Word

Christ is the reason for the Christmas Season.

This broadcast originally aired on Sunday, December 7th, 2025, from Temple Square in Salt Lake City, Utah. Broadcast number: 5,021.

In this behind-the-scenes episode of Music & the Spoken Word, host Derrick Porter sits down with Laura Miller, Director of Guest Relations, and Teresa Fugate, Women’s Wardrobe Manager. Together, they share how their teams prepare, support, and care for guests and performers each week—offering a rare, inside look at the people and processes that help bring the broadcast to life.

This Christmas season, may we each look for those who may feel alone, those who could be warmed by new friendship and neighborly love.

This broadcast originally aired on Sunday, November 30th, 2025, from Temple Square in Salt Lake City, Utah. Broadcast number: 5,020.

GRATITUDE TO GOD IS A GIFT BECAUSE IT IS SOMETHING WE FEEL AFTER A TRIAL HAS PASSED .

This broadcast originally aired on Sunday, November 23rd, 2025, from Temple Square in Salt Lake City, Utah. Broadcast number: 5,019.

Host Derrick Porter talks with Jason Graham, Audio Team Lead for Music & the Spoken Word. Jason shares what it takes to deliver the world-renowned sound of the Tabernacle Choir and Orchestra at Temple Square each week, offering a behind-the-scenes look at the expertise and dedication that make every broadcast unforgettable.

Find someone to serve.

This broadcast originally aired on Sunday, November 16th, 2025, from Temple Square in Salt Lake City, Utah. Broadcast number: 5,018.

RECALL THE NEW STAR THAT ANNOUNCED THE BIRTH AT BETHLEHEM? IT WAS IN ITS PRECISE ORBIT LONG BEFORE IT SO SHONE.

This broadcast originally aired on Sunday, November 9th, 2025, from Temple Square in Salt Lake City, Utah. Broadcast number: 5,017.

Host Derrick Porter welcomes Meredith Campbell, violinist and Concert Master with the Orchestra at Temple Square. Each week, the orchestra joins the Tabernacle Choir to bring an inspiring sound to Music & the Spoken Word. In this episode, Merideth shares her passion for performance and the joy of creating music that uplifts and unites audiences around the world.

This broadcast originally aired on Sunday, November 2nd, 2025, from Temple Square in Salt Lake City, Utah. Broadcast number: 5,016.

Noah built the ark before it began to rain.

This broadcast originally aired on Sunday, October 26th, 2025, from Temple Square in Salt Lake City, Utah. Broadcast number: 5,015.

Time is one of our most precious resources, and it’s one that seems to always be there—until it isn’t.

Host Derrick Porter welcomes The King’s Singers, the acclaimed British a cappella ensemble from King’s College, Cambridge. Together with the Tabernacle Choir, they share music  that celebrates harmony, heritage, and the unifying power of music.

As we pursue faith, our fear is cast out.

This broadcast originally aired on Sunday, October 19th, 2025, from Temple Square in Salt Lake City, Utah. Broadcast number: 5,014.

God does not intend for us to cross life’s intersections alone. Instead, He lovingly assures us, “I am with thee: … I am thy God: … yea, I will help thee.”

This broadcast originally aired on Sunday, October 12th, 2025, from Temple Square in Salt Lake City, Utah. Broadcast number: 5,013.

Thurl “Big T” Bailey, former NBA star with the Utah Jazz and Minnesota Timberwolves, now shares his warmth and charisma as the Greeter for Music & the Spoken Word. Before each live broadcast, Thurl welcomes audiences with the same presence and inspiration that have defined his career as an athlete, broadcaster, motivational speaker, singer, and actor.

At other times, perhaps in moments of discouragement or worry, we may instead find ourselves asking, “Heavenly Father, are you really there?” 

This broadcast originally aired on Sunday, October 5th, 2025, from Temple Square in Salt Lake City, Utah. Broadcast number: 5,012.