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LDS Church (The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints)

The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, commonly known as the LDS Church or Mormon Church, is a Christian denomination founded in the early 19th century in the United States. It emphasizes Jesus Christ’s role as the Savior, promotes family values, and teaches that God continues to communicate with humanity through living prophets. Members believe in additional scriptures, like the Book of Mormon, alongside the Bible. The church focuses on community service, personal spiritual growth, and has distinct practices such as temporary baptism for the dead and emphasis on missionary work. It is a global organization with millions of members.