Music & the Spoken Word

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.

President Nelson’s life was anything but ordinary and  he seemed to leave an indelible mark wherever he went.  

This broadcast originally aired on Sunday, September 28th, 2025, from Temple Square in Salt Lake City, Utah. Broadcast number: 5,011.

Each week before the live broadcast begins, Kathy Clayton warmly welcomes the audience, setting the tone for an inspiring experience of music and messages. Her thoughtful introductions help create a spirit of connection and anticipation for the program that has uplifted audiences worldwide for nearly a century.

The Tabernacle: A House of Prayer, Praise, and Thanksgiving"  

This broadcast originally aired on Sunday, September 21st, 2025, from Temple Square in Salt Lake City, Utah. Broadcast number: 5,010.

Not far from here, lies the world’s largest aspen tree. It’s known as Pando, and if you were looking for it, you very well would miss it. Instead of seeing what you might expect, one massive and sprawling large tree, what you would find is a large grove of aspen trees, numbering more than 40,000, each appearing to be separate, but actually sharing a single...

This broadcast originally aired on Sunday, September 14th, 2025, from Temple Square in Salt Lake City, Utah. Broadcast number: 5,009

Ryan Murphy, Associate Music Director of The Tabernacle Choir at Temple Square, discusses his work shaping the Choir’s sound, preparing music for weekly broadcasts and global performances, and the inspiration that comes from working with one of the world’s most celebrated choral ensembles.

Occasionally, we may be the beneficiary of a much-needed summer thunderstorm of inspiration. But more often, inspiration from heaven comes drop by drop, “line upon line, precept upon precept.”   Our work then becomes to collect the drops.   As we apply effort to look for and capture each drop of heaven-sent communication, our drops add up to become a deep well of sustaining s...

This broadcast originally aired on Sunday, September 7th, 2025, from Temple Square in Salt Lake City, Utah. Broadcast number: 5,008

THE WORLD WE LIVE IN is a beautiful place—filled with wonders and breathtaking scenery. From soaring mountains and rolling plains to the concrete jungles of our cities and lush, tree-filled rainforests, one thing is certain: there is beauty all around. Ultimately, “beauty is found in the eye of the beholder.”1

This broadcast originally aired on Sunday, August 31st, 2025, from Temple Square in Salt Lake City, Utah. Broadcast number: 5,007.

Joseph Nielsen, Curator of Organs at Temple Square, shares his unique role in preserving and maintaining some of the world’s most iconic organs. From daily care to long-term preservation, Joseph gives insight into the craftsmanship, history, and responsibility behind keeping these remarkable organs in perfect harmony for generations to come

Go behind the curtain with  Heidi  Casson, longtime stage manager for  Music & the Spoken Word . In this episode,  Heidi  shares what it takes to coordinate a live weekly broadcast, her favorite behind-the-scenes moments, and why the spirit of the show continues to inspire her after decades on the job.

Taking time each day to sharpen our own spiritual saw prepares us for whatever lies ahead. This sacred time allows us to connect with God through scripture, to speak with Him in prayer, and to discover what He would teach us. A dull saw may still cut, but it slows our progress.

This broadcast originally aired on Sunday, August 10th, 2025, from Temple Square in Salt Lake City, Utah. Broadcast number: 5,004.

In one location, I visited an old Italian home. Fresh flowers filled the window boxes, the shades had recently been painted, and the front porch light burned brightly. However, as I looked closer, I noticed some imperfections in this otherwise magnificent home.

This broadcast originally aired on Sunday, August 3rd, 2025, from Temple Square in Salt Lake City, Utah. Broadcast number: 5,003.

The pioneer spirit, whether in 1847 or 2025, lives on. Each of us can be blessed as we strive to be pioneers in our own right – moving forward with faith, knowing that even amid great trial and uncertainty.  

This broadcast originally aired on Sunday, July 27th, 2025, from Temple Square in Salt Lake City, Utah. Broadcast number: 5,002.