LDS Church and BAPS Leaders Converge in Utah to Strengthen Interfaith Relations

The global leadership of the LDS Church hosted Pujya Brahmaviharidas Swami of BAPS Swaminarayan Sanstha at their headquarters in Salt Lake City on June 18, 2025. The visit involved tours of Deseret Industries and the Conference Center, followed by a significant meeting with the First Presidency. Key topics included global harmony, faith-based service, and cooperative humanitarian work. The participants, including senior leaders from both organizations, underscored the need for spiritual groups to unite in creating a more peaceful and compassionate world. The BAPS Hindu Mandir in Abu Dhabi was recognized as a model for interfaith understanding.