"For unto you is born this day in the city of David a Saviour, which is Christ the Lord." (Luke 2:11)
An angel spoke those words to a group of shepherds nearly 2,000 years ago. Everything else about the Christmas season, from the lights to the music and the gifts under the tree, came after.
The wise men were the first to bring Christmas gifts, presenting gold, frankincense, and myrrh to the young child (Matthew 2:11). We emulate the celebration of the Savior’s birth by gifting and sharing what we have with those around us.
Finding the right gift for every name on your Christmas list can take more thought than wrapping the gifts themselves. Whether you are searching for LDS gifts for your own family or something meaningful for someone else on your list, the goal is to find something that makes the person feel loved and appreciated.
This LDS Christmas gift guide breaks things down by who you are shopping for, with a variety of meaningful options.
Table of contents
Gift ideas for the women in your life
Gifts for husbands, dads, and grandfathers
Ideas for children and grandchildren
Gifts for newlyweds and first homes
Gifts for missionaries away from home
Gifts for neighbors and people you minister to
Find the perfect LDS Christmas gift at Altus Fine Art
Gift ideas for the women in your life
"Forget Me Not" Christian journal by Annie Henrie Nader
Some of her most sacred thoughts deserve more than the back of a receipt or a note typed into her phone. This journal, wrapped in Annie Henrie Nader's tender image of Christ comforting a woman, gives her a quiet place to keep the moments she never wants to forget, or a safe space to tuck her worries away.
A quality journaling pen set, like this one from Cross
A nice pen pairs naturally with the journal above. It’s the kind of small upgrade she'd never think to buy for herself.
"Guiding Light" 500-piece puzzle by Annie Henrie Nader
A slower evening curled up doing a puzzle is the perfect break for mom. This puzzle, featuring the art of Annie Henrie Nader, gives her permission to sit down and enjoy herself for the night.
Walk with Jesus Daily calendar
Some days leave barely a minute to breathe, let alone scripture study. This calendar puts a new piece of art and a Bible verse in front of her every day of the year. Each page lists only the month and day, so it works year after year, the kind of religious Christmas gift that keeps giving long after the tree comes down.
A cute tote for church
A cute tote gives her one place to keep everything she brings to church, her scriptures included, instead of juggling a handbag and a loose stack of books every Sunday.
Gifts for husbands, dads, and grandfathers
"Lead, Kindly Light" Christian journal by Simon Dewey
Some of his most honest thoughts deserve more than staying stuck in his head, whether they come during General Conference or on an ordinary Tuesday. This journal, featuring Dewey's painting of Christ holding a candle through the dark, gives him a quiet place to work through them and share the moments he wants to cherish.
"Portrait of the Prophets" by Doc Christensen
For a father who reads Church history books for fun and already knows more about past prophets than most, this piece is perfect to hang in his study or display on a shelf in his bookcase.
"In the Hands of the Lord: The Life of Dallin H. Oaks" by Richard E. Turley Jr.
He's watched President Oaks speak at General Conference for years, but likely knows little about the life of the man behind the pulpit. This biography traces President Oaks’ story, from his father's early death to years on the Utah Supreme Court and eventually the apostleship, giving him a fuller picture of the man now leading the Church. It's a meaningful religious Christmas gift for a father who already has most everything else.
Ideas for children and grandchildren
"Under His Wing" by Jay Bryant Ward
Every child needs to know there is Someone who notices when they're scared or sad. This tender painting of Christ comforting a young child says exactly that, sized to work as a stand-alone gift or slipped into a stocking.
"I Love to See the Temple" 45-piece puzzle by Lance Bertola
Christmas break gives kids more energy than most parents know what to do with. This puzzle, a simple, colorful image of the Salt Lake Temple, gives a young child something quiet to sit with and piece together, sized right for little hands and a shorter attention span.
A CTR ring, like this one from the official Church Store
Long after the wrapping paper is gone, this little ring is a gentle reminder to always choose the right.
A Book of Mormon storybook, like this one from Deseret Book
Long car rides and quiet Christmas afternoons go a lot better with a good story, especially one straight from the scriptures. This board book retells real Book of Mormon stories, from Nephi's courage to Christ's visit to the Americas, and makes for one of the easiest LDS gifts to pair with any of the art above.
Gifts for newlyweds and first homes
"For Unto Us a Child Is Born" by Simon Dewey
Their first Christmas as a married couple only happens once. This Nativity piece gives them something to start their own Christmas traditions with when they bring it out each December.
"Fire of the Covenant" 2027 calendar by Robert A Boyd
A first year of marriage means combining two lives onto one calendar, doctor appointments, ward assignments, and both families' birthdays all going up on the same wall for the first time. Give them a beautiful calendar where they can keep track of all their plans in one place. This one, featuring art by Robert A. Boyd, makes a practical religious Christmas gift for a couple settling into their first home together.
A shared memory journal, like this one from Chronicle Books
The first year of marriage moves fast, and most of it never gets written down. This journal gives them one line a day to hold onto it together and stay connected through all the ups and downs marriage brings.
Gifts for missionaries away from home
"A Pillar of Light" Temple Journal by Robert A Boyd
Some of the most unique experiences will happen during these two years for missionaries. This soft-cover journal gives them a place to hold onto it, small enough to fit in a missionary's bag without adding bulk to an already-full life.
"Fear Not, I Am With Thee" repositionable poster by Kelsy and Jesse Lightweave
A shared apartment rarely feels like home, and blank walls get old fast. A repositionable poster gives them a way to add their own touch to the space without leaving a mark when they move out. On the days when finding and teaching feel harder than expected, Isaiah's promise is right there on the wall as a reminder.
J. Kirk Richards note card pack
Missionaries write more notes than people realize, to investigators, ward members, and family back home. These notecards slip flat into a package or letter, making it easy to send a few kind words without adding weight to their bag.
A handwritten letter and a favorite treat from home
It costs almost nothing, but a letter and a favorite treat from home can turn an ordinary Tuesday into the best day of their week, and sending something during the season when homesickness runs highest is exactly what good LDS gifts for missionaries are meant to do. For more ideas, our full guide to missionary gifts covers even more ways to help them feel remembered this season.
Gifts for neighbors and people you minister to
"I Love to See the Temple" 2027 calendar by Mandy Jane Williams
A calendar works well as a ministering gift because it's practical without feeling like too much, something they'll actually use instead of set aside. This year there are multiple mini calendar options to choose from as well as the traditional calendars.
"Ministering Angels" bookmark by Annie Henrie Nader
Sometimes the gift is really an excuse to show up. This small, budget-friendly bookmark fits neatly with a plate of treats and gives someone you minister to one more reason to feel remembered.
A batch of homemade treats or a plate from a local bakery
A warm plate of treats says you thought of someone without needing to say much else. Simple and inexpensive, it's easy to prepare in bulk for an evening of dropping off gifts to several homes.
A small potted poinsettia or plant from a local nursery
For a neighbor or extended family member who already has plenty, a poinsettia says you were thinking of them anyway, festive and low-cost, with nothing to hang or find room for.
"May we give as the Savior gave. To give of oneself is a holy gift. We give as a remembrance of all the Savior has given. May we also give gifts that have eternal value, along with our gifts that eventually break or are forgotten." (President Thomas S. Monson, "The Real Joy of Christmas," 2013 Christmas Devotional)
Find the perfect LDS Christmas gift at Altus Fine Art
A thoughtful LDS Christmas gift can come in many forms. No matter who you are shopping for, Altus Fine Art carries art, journals, calendars, and keepsakes from Latter-day Saint artists in one place so that you can find meaningful gifts for everyone on your list. Browse our full Christmas gift collection to find something for everyone.