Another temple at Chorley was dedicated in 1998. Nearly 800 missionaries of many nationalities serve in the British Isles, and many British missionaries serve vlounteer missions overseas. The Church operates through an unsalaried ministry. More than 380 bishops and branch presidents and thousands of other leaders serve congregations throughout the country. A strong emphasis on family life and a commitment to high moral principles charaterise Latter-day Saints belief.
Much attention is given to developing family ties.