Santa Margarita Stake of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints

06/18/2026

The June Glad Tidings articles have been posted to the US West Area site.
The stories and articles this month include a message from Elder Wada about the upcoming Tabernacle Choir concert at the Hollywood Bowl. There will be watch parties for those that aren't able to attend in person. There are also stories about Spanish-speaking saints reenacting the Book of Mormon stories at Noches de Hogar, how a man went from alcoholics anonymous to become a priesthood leader, the United Negro College Fund honors the Church for advancing opportunities for black students and strengthening communities, and more.
Click on the link to read all of the amazing stories of faith and service.
https://myoc.io/l/JjCih

06/18/2026

06/16/2026

We have a NEW Stake Relief Society Presidency! SWIPE RIGHT to see how excited they are! 🎉
Sister Bethany Warnick of the Altisima ward was called as President, Sister Erin Webber of the Foothill Ranch ward as First Counselor, Sister Kelly Brown of the Santa Margarita ward as Second Counselor, Sister Tiffany Cruz of the Tijeras Canyon ward as Secretary and Sister Aubrey Antis of the Lake Forest ward as Relief Society Board member.
We will miss our outgoing president Sister Kimberly Moncrief and her family as they relocate to Utah and are so grateful for the loving service she and her entire presidency gave to our stake!

06/16/2026

06/15/2026

The Tabernacle Choir and Orchestra at Temple Square return to the Hollywood Bowl with five incredible guest artists and one extraordinary family.
This June, the Choir and Orchestra will be joined by Donny Osmond, David Foster, Katharine McPhee, Stephanie J. Block, Sebastian Arcelus, and the Bonner family for the Songs of Hope Benefit Concert.
Together, these artists bring decades of experience across music, Broadway, television, recording, and live performance to an unforgettable evening at one of the world’s most celebrated outdoor venues.
Join us June 24–25 at 8:00 p.m. at the Hollywood Bowl.
Get tickets today.
100% of ticket revenue will be donated to trusted charities benefitting women and children worldwide, with donations matched by The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.
There will be watch parties throughout the world. Reach out to your local leaders for more information.

06/13/2026

Congrats Class of 2026

06/12/2026

The San Diego Temple Open House starts next week! Visitors of all ages are invited to a free public open house held for this renovated temple of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. The open house includes a walk-through tour of the temple. After the temple is formally dedicated, entrance is reserved for faithful members of the Church. Click on link in stories to make reservations for your friends and family now!

06/12/2026

"I have found joy in connecting with fellow Saints through the shared language of sacred music. And especially through the simple songs of Primary, the Holy Spirit has transcended language barriers and filled my heart with His whispering. In children’s voices, the love of God and His Son, Jesus Christ, has been proclaimed in clear, piercing truth."
Sister Tracy Y. Browning - October 2025 General Conference

On June 24-25, The Tabernacle at Temple Square will be performing at the Hollywood Bowl in Los Angeles. It will be 100 years since they debuted there. You can get tickets online to attend in person, or there will be watch parties across the country. Reach out to your local leaders if you have any questions. 100% of proceeds will go to charities of local organizations such as CARE, Helen Keller Intl, and The Hunger Project, with all donations matched by the Church's Humanitarian Services.

06/10/2026

Last month Sister Jamie White was baptized and joyously welcomed into the Santa Margarita ward (see pictures above;).
Sister Marcia Frost spoke at Jamie’s baptism saying “You may not understand what ‘the covenant path’ means, but it means something powerful. The covenant path is the path that leads us closer to Jesus Christ. It is the path of making and keeping sacred promises with Heavenly Father. It is the path that leads to greater peace and greater joy. It is the path that lets us be with our families forever. It is the path that eventually leads us back to our Heavenly Father.”
Sister Cathy Mclane also shared “I renew my baptismal covenant each week as I take of the sacrament. I like to think of it as a spiritual infusion. That I am pouring Christ’s spirit into me as I take that water and bread. Then he will give me new life for this new week and new strength and new hope to make better choices and follow him.”