Mutual Theme 2009 and New Year's DVDby Miriam Caldwell | More from this Blogger 22 Oct 2008 10:31 AM The mutual theme for 2009 is based on 1 Timothy 4:12 "Be thou an example of the believers, in word, in conversation, in charity, in spirit, in faith, in purity." Additionally leaders are asked to read the talk "Be Thou an Example" by President Thomas S Monson. You can find the talk in the May 2005 Ensign. This is an excellent theme for the youth, in a world where it is becoming harder to live the values that the gospel teaches. This theme gives the leaders of the church as well as families, an excellent opportunity to talk about the standards of the church. It is a great time to review the For the Strength of Youth pamphlet as well. You may want to incorporate the theme into a stake standards night at the beginning of the year. Additionally you should talk to the youth about the importance of being an example in they way that they choose to live their lives. The quiet example of clean language, and kindness can open doors for them to share the gospel. People also respect those that are willing to live up to their standards. You may want to have discussions on situations where they are being examples and may not realize it. If you are the parent of youth, you may want to adopt this as a family theme as well. You could devote just one family home evening lesson a month to reviewing one or two of the standards set forth in the For the Strength of Youth pamphlet. This can make a big difference in your children understanding and embracing the standards. It is important that you lead by example and live the standards as well. The church has announced a DVD will be available to help youth leaders plan activities for a New Year's celebration. This DVD can be used as part of the celebration on New Year's Eve or as a fireside. The DVD includes a message given by Elder Holland, and also talks by the general Young Men and Young Women presidencies. These may be an excellent addition to a fireside that introduces the new theme to your stake or ward. Related Articles: Young Men: Teaching the Standards General Conference: "See the End from the Beginning" Learn more about Miriam Caldwell  Miriam is a SAHM mom of three children. She has a daughter who is seven, and two sons, four and two. She loves being a parent and spending time with her children. Relevantlds tags User Comments kellymiller (10) 04 Jan 2009 04:11 PMI can be an example, though I'm just one Of a righteous believer in the Son In word, in spirit, in faith, and in purity In conversation, too, and in charity The Savior Jesus Christ trusts me with His name And I want to represent Him just the same As part of a generation with destiny I know that others will be drawn to me Through the power of faith, I've influence To show God's standards of excellence I'll make every decision pass this test: What will this do for me to be my best? I'll partake and renew my covenants each week For the constant companionship that I seek Then I, just one, can make a difference in the world Till the dawning of a brighter day is unfurled -------------------the young women--------------------- By small and simple things are great things brought to pass And there are three things I've been challenged to task To pray, to smile, and to read the Book of Mormon each day That people will be drawn to me for a happy way ------------------the young men------------------------ I cannot neglect the gift that is in me For through hands it has been given through prophecy I'll live worthy for the blessings that through me flow I'll attend to my duties, and strive ever to grow An Example of the Believers New Era, January 2009, 8 1 Tim. 4: 12 Let no man despise thy youth; but be thou an example of the believers, in word, in conversation, in charity, in spirit, in faith, in purity. "The morning breaks; the shadows flee; Lo, Zion's standard is unfurled! ... The dawning of a brighter day Majestic rises on the world." (Hymns, no. 269.) 1 Tim. 4: 14 Neglect not the gift that is in thee, which was given thee by prophecy, with the laying on of the hands Alma 37: 6 Now ye may suppose that this is foolishness in me; but behold I say unto you, that by small and simple things are great things brought to pass; and small means in many instances doth confound the wise. Community Tags Gospel Standards, lds, Mutual, young men, Young Women Discuss this article
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