In a world pulling us in countless directions, true fulfillment comes from serving others as the Savior taught. The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints has launched Get Involved, a powerful new app designed to help members live the two great commandments—loving God and loving our neighbors—through practical, inspired service opportunities.
What Is Get Involved?
Released in 2024 and continually updated, Get Involved is the official mobile app for JustServe.org, the Church’s global platform for community volunteerism. As President Russell M. Nelson has emphasized, “The best is yet to come… as we focus on Jesus Christ and His gospel” (October 2024 General Conference). This app embodies that focus by connecting users with real needs in their local areas, from food drives to disaster relief.
Key features include:
- Localized Opportunities: Search for projects by zip code, skills, or cause—whether tutoring youth, assembling hygiene kits, or supporting refugees.
- Group Coordination: Create teams for ward activities, youth groups, or family service projects.
- Tracking and Inspiration: Log hours, share experiences, and receive tailored recommendations based on your interests.
- Integration with Church Tools: Seamlessly links with your Church account for streamlined sign-ups.
Available free on iOS and Android, the app reflects the prophetic priority on “ministering as the Savior did” (President Nelson, April 2018).
Rooted in Scripture and Prophetic Counsel
Service isn’t optional—it’s central to discipleship. The Book of Mormon teaches: “When ye are in the service of your fellow beings ye are only in the service of your God” (Mosiah 2:17). Modern apostles echo this: Elder Dieter F. Uchtdorf counseled, “As we emulate [Christ’s] example, we will bless lives, including our own” (October 2019).
Unlike secular volunteer apps that treat service as self-help, Get Involved aligns with covenant path principles. It strengthens families (as urged in “The Family: A Proclamation to the World”) and builds Zion communities. Contrast this with creedal Christianity’s emphasis on individual salvation through faith alone (sola fide in Protestantism) or sacramental grace (Catholic tradition)—Latter-day Saint doctrine integrates works as evidence of living faith (James 2:17-18; 2 Nephi 25:23).
Why It Matters Now
In an era of digital isolation, Get Involved counters with real-world impact. Data from JustServe shows millions of volunteer hours logged annually, proving that small acts create ripple effects. Biologically, service triggers oxytocin release, fostering bonds and reducing stress—evidence of divine design in human physiology, where altruism enhances survival and societal cohesion (contrasting evolutionary views of selfishness as a primary driver).
Get Started Today
Download Get Involved from the App Store or Google Play. Sign in with your Church account, set your location, and browse opportunities. As King Benjamin declared, retaining a remission of sins comes “by succoring those who stand in need” (Mosiah 4:26).
This app isn’t just technology—it’s a tool for becoming more like Christ. Start serving, and watch blessings unfold.