Shooter targeted a Mormon church in Michigan; multiple fatalities and injuries. LDS Church: world’s largest Latter-day Saint denomination, founded in the 19th century.
The Pentagon has removed the Christian label from the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in its religion-codes, narrowing the list of recognized denominations to about 31. Lawmakers and church leaders accuse the move of mischaracterizing LDS Christianity, while the Defense Department says the change aims to streamline chaplain support and resource access.