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 2009 Youth Theme
"Be thou an example of
the believers, in word, in conversation, in charity, in spirit, in faith, in
purity"
1
Timothy 4:12.
The Aaronic Priesthood is the basic
organization for the young men of the Church ages 12 through 18. The
Young Men organization is an auxiliary or help to the priesthood.
At the general level, the First
Presidency, Quorum of the Twelve, and Presiding Bishopric are
responsible for the young men of the Church. The Presiding Bishopric is
the presidency of the Aaronic Priesthood of the Church (see
D&C 107:15). The First Presidency calls three men to serve as the
Young Men general presidency.
Members of the stake presidency
oversee the Aaronic Priesthood in the stake. Within each ward, the
bishopric, as the presidency of the Aaronic Priesthood within the ward
(see
D&C 107:15), is responsible for each young man. The ward Young Men
presidency assists the bishopric in this responsibility.
The Young Men organization promotes
the growth and development of each young man through quorum instruction,
quorum activities, and combined Aaronic Priesthood-Young Women
activities. The Young Men organization strengthens the work of the
Aaronic Priesthood in the ward and gives support to the parents and the
home. Young Men leaders help young men fulfill the purposes of the
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A new youth-oriented Web site,
www.ABrandNewYear.lds.org, with music, video,
testimonies, and other features from the Brand New
Year youth celebration DVD. Youth, parents, and
leaders are invited to enjoy the resources on this Web
site.
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2008 Young Mens's Theme
 Be
steadfast and immovable, always abounding in good works"
Mosiah 5:15
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ACTIVITY IDEAS FOR T H I S Y E A R ’ S MUTUAL THEME from
the Jan 2006 New Era
■ Find and read scriptures that talk about being an
example.
■ Have a testimony meeting at sunrise.
■ Memorize the words to “High on the Mountain Top” (Hymns,
no. 5).
■ Perform an anonymous act of service.
■ Read about the title of liberty in the Book of Mormon
(see Alma 46:11–27). Make a flag or banner representing your ideals.
■ Role-play some of the stories in the scriptures with
your Mutual group or family. Dress like the people in the scriptures might
have dressed, and memorize and present their testimonies as given in the
scriptures.
■ Plan a family home evening based on the Mutual theme.
Present it to your family with your parents’ guidance.
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The purposes of the
Aaronic Priesthood |
The purposes of the Aaronic Priesthood include:
• Become converted to the gospel of Jesus Christ and live its teachings.
• Serve faithfully in priesthood callings, and fulfill the
responsibilities of priesthood offices.
• Give meaningful service.
• Prepare and live worthily to receive the Melchizedek Priesthood and
temple ordinances.
• Prepare to serve an honorable full-time mission.
• Obtain as much education as possible.
• Prepare to become a worthy husband and father.
• Give proper respect to women, girls, and children. |
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True to the Faith
: A Gospel Reference |
Here is the message that is on the front of the booklet:
M ESSAGE FROM THE
FIRST
PRESIDENCY
This book is designed as a companion to your study of
the scriptures and the teachings of latterday prophets. We encourage you
to refer to it as you study and apply gospel principles. Use it as a
resource when you prepare talks, teach classes, and answer questions
about the Church.
As you learn gospel truths, you will increase in your
understanding of Heavenly Father’s eternal plan. With this understanding
as a foundation for your life, you will be able to make wise choices,
live in harmony with God’s will, and find joy in living. Your testimony
will grow stronger. You will remain true to the faith.
We are especially mindful of youth, young single adults,
and new converts. We promise you that through regular personal prayer
and study of the scriptures and the doctrines of the gospel you will be
prepared to withstand evil influences that would deceive you and harm
you.
May this book strengthen you in your efforts to draw
near to the Savior and follow His example.
The First Presidency
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Activities Forms from LDS.ORG |
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Offices and Duties of the Aaronic Priesthood
from LDS.ORG |
Priesthood
offices are divisions of authority with different rights and
responsibilities of service. Offices in the Aaronic Priesthood are
deacon, teacher, priest, and bishop. The bishop oversees ordinations to
these offices.
- Deacon
Worthy brethren may be ordained deacons
when they are at least 12 years old. A deacon follows counsel, sets
a good example, and may (1) pass the sacrament, (2) collect fast
offerings, (3) care for the poor and needy, (4) be a standing
minister appointed to "watch over the church" (D&C
84:111), (5) assist the bishopric, (6) serve as a messenger, (7)
participate in quorum instruction, (8) serve in quorum leadership
positions, (9) fellowship quorum members and other young men, (10)
be baptized and confirmed for the dead, (11) speak in meetings, (12)
share the gospel, (13) bear testimony, and (14) care for the
meetinghouse and grounds.
- Teacher
Worthy brethren may be ordained
teachers when they are at least 14 years old. A teacher has all the
responsibilities of a deacon. A teacher follows counsel, sets a good
example, and may (1) prepare the sacrament, (2) "watch over the
church always, and be with and strengthen them" (D&C
20:53), (3) serve as a home teacher, (4) "see that there is no
iniquity in the church, neither hardness with each other, neither
lying, backbiting, nor evil speaking" (D&C
20:54), (5) "see that the church meet together often, and . . .
that all the members do their duty" (D&C
20:55), (6) usher reverently in ward meetings and stake
conference, (7) assist the bishopric, and (8) participate in
seminary, where available.
- Priest
Worthy brethren may be ordained priests
when they are at least 16 years old. A priest has all the
responsibilities of a deacon and teacher. A priest follows counsel,
sets a good example, and may (1) "preach, teach, expound, exhort, .
. . and visit the house of each member, and exhort them to pray
vocally and in secret and attend to all family duties" (D&C
20:46-47), (2) "administer the sacrament" (D&C
20:46) by worthily officiating at the sacrament table and
offering the sacrament prayers when authorized (see
D&C 20:77, 79), (3) baptize when authorized by the bishop (see
D&C 20:46), (4) confer the Aaronic Priesthood and ordain
deacons, teachers, and priests when authorized by the bishop (see
D&C 20:48), and (7) assist the bishopric.
- Bishop
The office of bishop is the highest in
the Aaronic Priesthood. The bishop is the president of the priests
quorum, the president of the Aaronic Priesthood, and the presiding
high priest in the ward.
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Click on picture to go the LDS.ORG and this
booklet
MESSAGE
FROM THE FIRST PRESIDENCY
This book is
designed as a companion to your study of the
scriptures and the teachings of latterday prophets.
We encourage you to refer to it as you study and
apply gospel principles. Use it as a resource when
you prepare talks, teach classes, and answer
questions about the Church. As you learn gospel
truths, you will increase in your understanding of
Heavenly Father’s eternal plan. With this
understanding as a foundation for your life, you
will be able to make wise choices, live in harmony
with God’s will, and find joy in living. Your
testimony will grow stronger. You will remain true
to the faith.
We are especially
mindful of youth, young single adults, and new
converts. We promise you that through regular
personal prayer and study of the scriptures and the
doctrines of the gospel you will be prepared to
withstand evil influences that would deceive you and
harm you.
May this book
strengthen you in your efforts to draw near to the
Savior and follow His example.
The First Presidency |
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