We had ward youth conference this year, and it turned out really well. We had to change our original date, but because we did that, we were able to take all the youth up to the Fort Collins temple open house. It was beautiful and such a great experience for all our youth. The 12 and 13 year-olds went home after the open house, while the older youth and leaders went up to Farish.
We had an impromptu dance party that night, and then switched to the more spiritual part. I spoke to the youth about pressing forward with a steadfastness in Christ that evening. 2 Nephi 31:20 is our mutual theme this year and what the youth wanted to focus on for youth conference. I encouraged them to continue pressing forward and used the word PRESS, breaking it down and talking about how they can press forward. P--Pray, R-Read Scriptures, E-Enjoy life, S-Spirit (always have the companionship of the Holy Ghost), and S-Savior (strengthen your relationship with the Savior). Then the bishop spoke and all then we all had a discussion on our thoughts and feelings about the temple. It was a great night.
The next day we had some team building activities and then did service at the food bank in town. Everyone was exhausted by the end of the day, but some of us went to the regional dance that night as well. Most of the boys bailed, so the girls were sad, but we still had fun. There was a lot of great bonding and growing together as a ward that weekend. I am so grateful I had the opportunity to help and participate.
Looks fabulous!
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