For nearly a century, Music & the Spoken Word has broadcast messages of hope and inspiration alongside the beautiful music of the Tabernacle Choir and Orchestra at Temple Square. The show offers uplifting messages each week, and will occasionally include the stories of those behind the scenes who contribute to the overall beauty of the whole.
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Christ is the reason for the Christmas Season.
This broadcast originally aired on Sunday, December 7th, 2025, from Temple Square in Salt Lake City, Utah. Broadcast number: 5,021.
In this behind-the-scenes episode of Music & the Spoken Word, host Derrick Porter sits down with Laura Miller, Director of Guest Relations, and Teresa Fugate, Women’s Wardrobe Manager. Together, they share how their teams prepare, support, and care for guests and performers each week—offering a rare, inside look at the people and processes that help bring the broadcast to life.
This Christmas season, may we each look for those who may feel alone, those who could be warmed by new friendship and neighborly love.
This broadcast originally aired on Sunday, November 30th, 2025, from Temple Square in Salt Lake City, Utah. Broadcast number: 5,020.
GRATITUDE TO GOD IS A GIFT BECAUSE IT IS SOMETHING WE FEEL AFTER A TRIAL HAS PASSED .
This broadcast originally aired on Sunday, November 23rd, 2025, from Temple Square in Salt Lake City, Utah. Broadcast number: 5,019.
Host Derrick Porter talks with Jason Graham, Audio Team Lead for Music & the Spoken Word. Jason shares what it takes to deliver the world-renowned sound of the Tabernacle Choir and Orchestra at Temple Square each week, offering a behind-the-scenes look at the expertise and dedication that make every broadcast unforgettable.
Find someone to serve.
This broadcast originally aired on Sunday, November 16th, 2025, from Temple Square in Salt Lake City, Utah. Broadcast number: 5,018.