by Larry Richman | Aug 4, 2021
The article “Strive to Be—a Pattern for Growth and Mental and Emotional Wellness” in the August Liahona magazine explains that the pattern of growth outlined in the Children and Youth program can help all of us as we strive to become more like the Savior....
by Larry Richman | Aug 3, 2021
The Church has announced the youth theme for 2022: “Trust in the Lord with all thine heart; and lean not unto thine own understanding. In all thy ways acknowledge him, and he shall direct thy paths” (Proverbs 3:5–6). Parents and youth leaders are encouraged to teach...
by Larry Richman | Jul 29, 2021
The Gospel Library now has a section especially for children. The new Children section is found under Audiences on Gospel Library, whether you access it online or using the app. The children’s collection gives children the power to take responsibility for their own...
by Larry Richman | Jun 14, 2021
Latter-day Saint youth in the United States and Canada will be able to attend For the Strength of Youth (FSY) conferences beginning in the summers of 2022 and 2023. The conferences, provided by The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, were postponed over the...
by Larry Richman | May 21, 2021
In addition to the event held March 17, 2021, the worldwide Youth Music Festival was two months of inspiring music that helps to lead people to Christ. As part of the festival, the Church published a new music video every week from February 21 through April 25. This...
by Larry Richman | Mar 18, 2021
If you missed the the second annual Youth Music Festival held on March 17, 2021, you can watch it below. This virtual concert featured testimonies by youth and Church leaders, music, and photos, videos and performances of youth from around the world. It ended with...
by Larry Richman | Feb 24, 2021
As part of the worldwide Youth Music Festival on March 17, the Church will publish a new music video every week now through April 25. The youth music festival is actually two months of inspiring music that helps to lead people to Christ. Below is the music video,...
by Larry Richman | Feb 5, 2021
Youth worldwide and their friends are invited to participate in a Youth Music Festival, a virtual global concert, on March 17, 2021. It will be a 40-minute, livestream virtual concert with videos and performances by youth from around the world. In addition to...
by Larry Richman | Jan 4, 2021
The Church has released the music album, music video, artwork, and other resources for the 2021 youth theme. The music may be streamed on the Sacred Music app, Spotify, Apple Music and YouTube under the artist “Strive to Be.” It’s also available on Gospel Library...
by Larry Richman | Dec 29, 2020
Beginning in 2021, the Church’s updated children’s magazine the Friend will reach more than 90% of members’ children worldwide in 48 languages. Previously, English speakers received three magazines—the Ensign for adults, the New Era for youth, and the Friend for...
by Larry Richman | Dec 28, 2020
Beginning in January of 2021, the youth of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints will receive the new For the Strength of Youth magazine that will be translated into 48 languages and sent to about 150 countries on a more frequent basis. Previously, English...
by Larry Richman | Dec 16, 2020
A new feature in the Church’s account manager lets parents manage their children’s online accounts, including creating accounts, resetting passwords, and deleting accounts that are no longer needed. The new feature automatically appears in a parent’s...
by Larry Richman | Dec 4, 2020
LightTheWorld.org provides videos, service ideas, and other resources to help adults, youth, and children participate and serve this Christmas season. But we don’t engage children in the process as much as we could. The Primary General Presidency has suggested...
by Larry Richman | Sep 16, 2020
Helping someone with their family history is a powerful way to minister. Whether they are a Church member or not, anyone can find joy in learning more about where they came from. You don’t have to be an expert or do anything big. A page on the Church’s website...
by Larry Richman | Aug 27, 2020
The Church has announced the youth theme for 2021: “Wherefore, be not weary in well-doing, for ye are laying the foundation of a great work. And out of small things proceedeth that which is great. Behold, the Lord requireth the heart and a willing mind” (Doctrine and...
