General conference (Latter Day Saints)

Since Smith's death, the churches of the Latter Day Saint movement have continued the tradition of meeting in regular general conferences.

The first general conference of the newly formed Church of Christ was held on June 9, 1830, in Fayette, New York, presided over by Joseph Smith.

Once the majority of the church gathered in Nauvoo, Illinois, it settled into a more regular pattern of holding general conferences twice per year, in April and October.

Various speakers will generally include all members of the First Presidency and Quorum of the Twelve Apostles, along with other selected church leaders.

Frequently, significant announcements are made at general conference, which may include building sites for new temples or the institution of new policies or programs.