In its first issue, the editor of theNew Era explained the rationale for its creation, stating:
By direction of theFirst Presidency, theNew Era is the publication arm of the Church to the unmarried persons of the kingdom—those from twelve up to marriage. It will reflect those qualities that have given rise to the Lord's confidence in youth: sincerity, authenticity, intellectual stimulation, and inspiration.[4]
TheNew Era regularly included articles written bygeneral authorities of the LDS Church on gospel topics, as well as articles contributed by other church members on topics such as preparing for marriage, media and entertainment, and the family. Poems, artwork, tips for coping with life's challenges, and true stories of inspiration, are also commonplace. Other regular features included questions and answers (a question for the youth (e.g., "How can I know I've truly been forgiven after I've repented?") and readers' responses), and theNew Era poster (or MormonAd).
In August 2020, the LDS Church announced that theNew Era would cease publication in at the end of 2020 and would be replaced by a new magazine namedFor the Strength of Youth.[5] The final issue was dated December 2020.
^For a few months in 2022 and 2023, Anthony D. Perkins was listed as the editor of this magazine. But since that assignment only lasted a few months, Bennett is listed as the editor for the entire time indicated here.
^During Bennett's tenure as editor, Ricardo P. Gimenez served as assistant editor from 2022-2023. In March 2023, Giminez was replaced in that assignment by Valeri V. Cordon.
