Speaking to young adults from Newcastle to Novosibirsk and from Copenhagen to Cape Town, Elder Jeffrey R. Holland began his message by clarifying that his purpose was not to “recruit” them to attend institute.
“You don’t exist so institute can become a successful Church program,” said the member of the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles. “No, it’s the other way around. Institute exists so you can become a successful Latter-day Saint.”
Rather than inviting them to “take institute,” Elder Holland invited young adults to allow institute to “take” them — closer to God and to His words in the scriptures.
Elder Holland’s message — titled “The Institute Journey: To Take or Be Taken?” — was part of a devotional for young adults across the Europe, Europe East, and Africa areas on Sunday, March 7.
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Expand this section to get a list and short description of courses included in the new Institute relationship.
Current Events & Issues and the Church
Deepen your conversion and strengthen your testimony as you study the Church’s position on current social, political, religious, and humanitarian issues. Strengthen your ability to articulate the Church’s position on current issues with confidence and from a position of faith.
Women and the Priesthood
Study the words of Church leaders to better understand the role of women and their relationship to the priesthood of God.
Emotional Resilience – Managing Life’s Challenges
Life is full of challenges. Learn and discuss gospel principles and practice skills that will help you to manage the stress and anxiety that often accompanies these challenges.
Marriage Preparation
Whether you’re contemplating marriage or not, this course will help you to think about and start living in such a way that will help you to be better prepared for marriage.
Mission Preparation
Prepare for your mission by studying truths and practicing skills that will help you to become more effective in sharing the gospel.
Book of Mormon Reads
Join other young adults and the full-time missionaries and come closer to Jesus Christ as you read and discuss the truths contained in The Book of Mormon.
Self-Reliance
Led and facilitated by YSA East Stake Self-Reliance / Pathway Facilitators, choose from topics such as Obtaining an Education, Improving Personal Finances, Starting and Growing a Business, or Finding a Better Job and be on your way to improving your life while being centered on Jesus Christ.
Teachings of President Nelson
What has the prophet said recently? How do we better live what he is teaching? Come join a conversation-based class and read, study, and discuss how to better follow the counsel of President Russel M. Nelson.
Tips to Having Fun in Dating
Not sure how to proceed in dating or looking for ideas on how to have fun in dating? You’re not alone! Come learn practical ways to make dating more meaningful and more enjoyable.
Living Proof – Latter-day Saint Professionals in their Careers
Ask questions and learn gospel principles from successful Latter-day Saint professionals in how they live the gospel in their careers.
Return Missionary? What Now?
Returning home from a mission requires a transition. Come join with other returned missionaries who are seeking to successfully navigate post-mission life and gain additional insight in how to do so.
Come Follow Me Study Group
Led and facilitated by attending young single adults, study and discuss this week’s Come Follow Me material from the Doctrine and Covenants.
Life Skills
Learn how to take care of your body by eating better and being healthier by acquiring some simple skills that will help you in the kitchen.
Young Adult Conversations: What is relevant to you today?
Come and join a discussion on relevant issues of our day and how to navigate them successfully while being centered on Jesus Christ.
Foundations of the Restoration
Study fundamental truths and events regarding the ushering in of the Restoration of the Gospel of Jesus Christ and strengthen your testimony of the marvelous work and a wonder the Lord has brought forth in these latter days.
Skills to Seek Truth
Knowing where to look for truth and how to find it is often challenging. Learn and practice skills of how to seek truth and to feel more confident in your abilities to discern truth and error, identify reliable sources, and feel more confident in expressing what you know to be true.