The 2024 Youth theme “I am a Disciple of Jesus Christ” (3 Nephi 5:13) can be used as a topic for youth sacrament meeting talks and to provide focus for youth activities, including camps, youth conferences and devotionals. Click here to learn more (outside source). Logo and theme song available here.

Local Teens Return from Youth Conference Stronger in Spirit, Self Confidence, and Friendships.

Deepening their understanding of the gospel of Jesus Christ merely scratches the surface of what three local teens from Hurst, Texas and nearby areas experienced during their attendance at the 'For the Strength of Youth' (FSY) conference. This five-day event, sponsored by the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, took place in various global locations during the summer of 2023. Continue reading.

By ANNA ZENK

On June 14–17, 2023, the Young Women of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in the Hurst and surrounding areas were invited to Come Boldly to a fun-filled week at a BOOT CAMP themed Girls Camp—based on the scripture Hebrews 4:16. Amelia Duke led the camp planning committee that consisted of Jennie Camphuysen, Sandra Cooper, Jamie Harper and Mata Vakalahi. Read more.

By DEBBY ADAIR

Church Leadership Shares Lifelong Survival Tips with Local Youth

Many youth may be wondering if it's possible to survive now in this confusing world. In a devotional attended by youth from several congregations of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, Elder Ulisses S. Soares, one of the Lord’s modern-day apostles along with other Church leaders, reminded the youth that it is possible to survive with God and Jesus Christ as our companions. Read more.

By RACHEL SCOTT

Every summer, young women from the Hurst Texas Stake are given the opportunity to attend Girl’s Camp—a place where, through shared experiences, campers can draw closer to their Heavenly Father and strengthen themselves and others living the Gospel of Jesus Christ. Read more.

By DEBBY ADAIR and JESICA EASTMAN

This summer, about 20 teen boys and their adult leaders from the Watauga, River Trails 1st and 2nd Wards (congregations) of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints enjoyed a five-day campout at the Beavers Bend campsite near Broken Bow, Okla. Continue reading.

Using special indexing software from FamilySearch.org, teens in the River Trails 2nd ward (congregation) learned how to help others discover their ancestors. Read more.

Over 80 fathers and sons attended the annual Father and Sons Campout event hosted by the Hurst Texas Stake Young Men's program. Located on the scenic grounds of the Hills and Hollows Scout Camp in Denton, Texas, the event commemorates the restoration of the Aaronic Priesthood. Continue reading.

This May, local high school seniors donned colorful caps and gowns to signify the culmination of their high school years, however, 20 Hurst area teens celebrated another important milestone: the graduation of Seminary. Continue Reading.