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Latter-day Saints Refine Children and Youth Program
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In Short: The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints announced refinements to its Children and Youth program, set to begin in January 2027.
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints announced refinements to its Children and Youth program, set to begin in January 2027. The changes focus on three Christ-centered outcomes: Believe, Belong, and Become.
The new program will no longer track progress across four areas of growth—spiritual, social, physical, and intellectual—as outlined in Luke 2:52. Instead, children and youth will focus on applying gospel principles in their daily lives.
Children will set one goal a month, while youth will act on an invitation each month. These goals and invitations will be supported by resources available in the Parent and Leader guide and the Youth Tool Kit.
The January 2027 issues of the 'Friend' and 'For the Strength of Youth' magazines will include new program materials, including a Youth Tool Kit. These materials will also be available online at children.ChurchofJesusChrist.org and youth.ChurchofJesusChrist.org.
The Church also announced new year-end gatherings to celebrate what children and youth have learned throughout the year.
Service and activities, camps, and conferences will continue as part of the program.
Music remains a key component of the program, with the 2027 youth theme logo, artwork, stickers, and music album 'Rejoice in Christ' now available.
The January 2027 issue of the 'Liahona' will also feature an article for parents and leaders about the refined program.
Background
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints has announced its opposition to the Idaho Reproductive Freedom and Privacy Act, a proposition that will be voted on in November.
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints has announced its opposition to the Idaho Reproductive Freedom and Privacy Act, a proposition that will be voted on in November.
What's confirmed
- The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints announced on Nov. 3 refinements to its Children and Youth program to begin January 2027.
What's still developing
- Where to find more information and resources about the Children and Youth program By Mary Richards Published 8 days ago See details here about the Church’s Children and Youth program and how to get more information as it becomes available.
- Youth in southern Nevada celebrate and worship together through music at Las Vegas Youth Music Festival By Jeanette Hayes, for the Church News Published 24 days ago "Music has been the building block of my testimony," shared one artist, currently serving a full-time mission.
- Episode 321: Young Women general presidency explains Children and Youth program refinements By Mary Richards and Joel Randall Published 10 days ago The refinements center on Believe, Belong and Become, said Young Women General President Emily Belle Freeman.
- Episode 320: Young Men general presidency explains Children and Youth program refinements By Ryan Jensen and Joel Randall Published 10 days ago The program refinements focus on lifelong discipleship, said Young Men General President Timothy L.
- Beginning in January 2028, youth will receive these emblems upon entering the youth program at a special beginning-of-year program called Brand New Year.
- The announcement follows the introduction of the new youth curriculum based on the “For the Strength of Youth” guide and the addition of topic-based fast Sunday lessons in Primary.
- The January 2027 issues of the “ Friend ” and “ For the Strength of Youth ” magazines replace previous program materials and, together with the “ General Handbook ” (will be updated in 2027) provide program guidance.
- Lee: “Be a light and an example in your community.” On the eve before dedicating the San Luis Potosí Mexico Temple, Elder Renlund of the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles detailed why in his mind this new house of the Lord is as special as any of the now 229 dedicated temples of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.
- This November, as the United States observes Veterans Day, The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints is expanding support for members who serve or have served in their nations’ armed forces around the world.
- Thousands attend ‘Walk With Me’ youth concert in the Philippines By Mary Richards Published 1 month ago A youth concert in Cagayan de Oro, Philippines, had the theme "Walk with me" and is one of several options for youth theme experiences this year.
- Youth in southern Nevada celebrate and worship together through music at Las Vegas Youth Music Festival By Jeanette Hayes, for the Church News Published 25 days ago "Music has been the building block of my testimony," shared one artist, currently serving a full-time mission.
Sources
- Church Newslink
- LDS Livinglink
- Meridian Magazinelink
- newsroom.churchofjesuschrist.orglink
- Thechurchnewslink
- WarpBeat — background on Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints Announces Opposition to Idaho Reproductive Freedom and Privacy Act link
- WarpBeat — background on The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints Announces Opposition to Idaho Abortion Initiative link