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Church Schools, Institute and Your College of Choice

Recently I had the opportunity to return and visit BYU again. I was fortunate enough to be able to attend and graduate from BYU, but it has been about ten years since I visited campus. I also recently had a conversation with some friends who chose not to attend a church school. I’ve known people who love the atmosphere and people who chafed while attending. It is important to realize that the church school experience is not for everyone. It is important that students apply and attend where they will be the happiest. This may mean a church school, or … Continue reading →

CES Firesides

CES firesides are starting back up again since it is fall. The first one scheduled is on September 9, 2007. These firesides are for young adults. The speakers are selected from the leaders of the church. Sister Cheryl C Lant, who is the general Primary President, will be the speaker in September. The event will be broadcast at 6:00 MDT. These firesides provided counsel and spiritual uplift for the young adults. They are held once a month during the school year. One reason it is so important to attend these firesides is that it is a chance to gather with … Continue reading →

Church Schools

This is the time of year when seniors are graduating from high school and preparing to go to college. In the church there are a lot of people who have a strong desire for their children to attend church schools (BYU, BYU Idaho, BYU Hawaii or the LDS Business College). These are good schools and difficult to get into. The majority of the applicants are not accepted. I am admittedly among those who definitely want my kids to go to BYU—my husband and I both did—in fact I have already told my five year old that is where she should … Continue reading →