![]() I wonder if the parents realize some of the challenges their teenage children are facing. Sister Bennion, Relief Society president: As a mother of teenage daughters, I worry about that too. So let me just ask this question and throw it out to the group: What are some things that we can do to increase the spirituality of the youth in our ward? And so we decided that we would ponder and pray about it this week and come back prepared to counsel together.Īnd so I hope you’ve had a chance to do that. And as we discussed it last week, we found that our seminary attendance was down a little, and there was a general sense in the ward council that perhaps our youth are struggling with their testimonies a bit and with living some of the standards. So please, in our discussions today, feel free to contribute and make an expression as you feel moved upon by the Spirit.Īs you remember, we started a discussion about the general level of spirituality and the commitment level of our youth. So I’d ask you to quickly look over the calendar and tell me if there are any corrections or changes that you would like to make.ĭoes it look good? Then we’ll accept it as our calendar between now and the end of the year and we’ll move forward with it.īrothers and sisters, before we start our discussions today, I just wanted to remind you that my impression has been, having watched us as a ward council, that we make better decisions when we all participate, regardless of what the topic is or our particular calling in the ward. And I appreciate you coordinating with him so that we don’t have to spend much time in the meeting today going over that. Now, Brother James has distributed to you the ward calendar that has our dates between now and the end of the year. We’d like to start our meeting today by calling on Sister Jones, our Primary president, who will give us an opening prayer.īishop Richards: Thank you, Sister Jones, I appreciate that. We, as a bishopric, appreciate you being here and on time. Tom Perry: Next, brothers and sisters, we have invited a group of currently serving members of ward councils to model for us some examples of how a ward council can effectively work together to meet the needs of their members and accomplish the purposes of the Church.īishop Richards: Brothers and sisters, welcome to this week’s ward council meeting. (See “ Plan and Conduct Presidency Meetings” under “What Should I Focus On?”) Make sure the second counselor in the bishopric is always invited to attend.Īttend ward youth council meetings.Elder L. Work with your quorum secretary to prepare an agenda, and ask him to record notes and assignments. Hold regular quorum presidency meetings, weekly if possible. During each presidency meeting and at other times, they will provide leadership instruction to help you (see “ Quorum and Class Presidency Resources”). They may use the Aaronic Priesthood Quorum and Young Women Class Presidency Orientation to guide their instruction. (See “ Know and Minister to Each Young Man in Your Quorum” under “What Should I Focus On?”)Īs a presidency meet with the second counselor in the bishopric and your quorum adviser to receive instruction on how to lead your quorum. Seek inspiration about how your counselors can share the responsibilities of your presidency. Remember that being a kind and loving son and brother at home is your first priority.Ĭontinue to pray for guidance about your service. Pray to truly love each member of your quorum as Christ would love them. Remember the bishopric is entitled to receive the final revelation on whom should serve with you. Seek revelation on whom to recommend for counselors. The Young Men General Presidency Where to Start Before You Are Sustained We are grateful for your willingness to serve. ![]() You cannot fail with Heavenly Father on your side. ![]() ![]() Participate actively in ward youth council. With the support of the bishopric and your adviser, plan presidency and quorum meetings and activities that will bless your quorum and others. Minister with love to all the members of your quorum. Seek personal revelation and respond to the promptings of the Holy Ghost as you lead your quorum. This time in the deacons quorum is a time for you to: Nelson has lifted our vision to a higher and holier way to serve, and he has called on you and your quorum members to be active participants in the work. He loves you and your quorum members.Īs you strive diligently to fulfill your sacred calling, remember the primary purposes of priesthood quorums are to serve others, build unity and brotherhood, and instruct members in doctrines, principles, and duties. Welcome to your new calling! We know that Heavenly Father has called you to this work. ![]()
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