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(The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints) A sealing room in the St. George Temple, released Wednesday, Sept. 5, 2023. Latter-day Saint couples are increasingly choosing to marry civilly first and then be sealed "for eternity" in temples.
David is a managing editor at The Tribune, where he has worked since 1984. He oversees coverage ranging from local government and west-side issues to growth, development and housing. In addition, he directs religion reporting, co-hosts the award-winning “Mormon Land” podcast and writes the Mormon Land newsletter.