3.5 Writing Style Resources

Using correct grammar and consistent writing style practices helps our messages look, sound, and read the same throughout the world. Everyone preparing Church communications should reference these guides and resources.

Department and Area Style Guides

Follow your department’s or area’s general guidelines for writing style, usage, and grammar.

The Chicago Manual of Style, 18th edition

Associated Press Stylebook (Newsroom)

Church Style Guide for Editors and Writers
These guidelines supplement department and area style guides with specific Church usage.

“Style Guide—The Name of the Church”

Guides for Church Media Channels

Many Church communication channels have specific resources to define the guidelines and purpose for each channel. If you are creating for a channel not listed here, please contact the Church Communication Department, as channel guidelines continue to be developed: