Announcements & Activities

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Multi-Stake Fireside (Orem YSA 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, and Vineyard Stakes)

Sunday Apr 19 - 7PM

Topic: You are Receiving Revelation Now Act on It

Speaker: Elder Loren G. Dalton, Area Seventy

1075 S Geneva Rd. Orem

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Stake Basketball Tournament

Teams: Ward vs Ward (your ward may have multiple teams)

When: 

• Sat, Apr 18 (pool play) 8am - 11am

• Sat, Apr 25 (tournament play) 8am - 11am

Prize: Trophy exclusively for your ward

Location: Orchard Stake Building 880 E 600 N Orem, UT 84097

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Stake Activity: Summer Kickoff

Sat May 2nd - 10am-2pm

Rotary Park - 1460 N 1500 W St. Provo, UT 84601

Pickleball, Spikeball, Volleyball, Soccer, Ultimate Frisbee, Pizza and Drinks, Friendship and Camaraderie

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Lindon Temple Open House

850 E Center St
Lindon, UT 84202

Thursday March 12–Saturday, April 11, 2026

Monday-Saturday 9:00 a.m.–8:00 p.m.

(excluding Saturday, April 4, and Sundays)

Click Here for more information

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🎓 Utah Valley Institute Graduation and Recognition Program

The Utah Valley Institute of Religion will hold its Graduation/Recognition Program for all students who have met the qualifications. A member of the Seventy will preside.

Location: Utah Valley Institute of Religion (North Chapel), 785 College Dr, Orem, UT 84058

Application deadline: April 6, 2026

Graduation: Sunday, April 26, 2026 at 4PM

Questions: 801-764-3000

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Worldwide Devotional for Young Adults

Young adults ages 18–35 are invited to a worldwide devotional on Sunday, May 3, 2026, at 6:00 p.m. MDT, featuring Elder Gary E. Stevenson and Sister Lesa Stevenson. The theme is “Lifelong Discipleship.”  

How to Watch

View live or on demand at:

https://broadcasts.churchofjesuschrist.org  

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☀️ FSY Summer 2026 Employment Opportunities

Young Single Adults are invited to apply for paid Summer 2026 positions with For the Strength of Youth (FSY) Conferences. Positions include Session Coordinators, Assistant Coordinators, Wellness Coordinators, and Counselors. FSY offers leadership development, service opportunities, and food and housing during sessions.

More information: https://fsyemployment.byu.edu

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🧇 Waffles and Worship (Every Second Saturday)

Every second Saturday at 9:30 AM in the Institute Lower Lounge. Enjoy waffles and an uplifting breakfast class for ages 26–35.

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🏀 Stake Sports

Thursday Nights are designated as the Stake’s night for sporting activities 7pm.

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🕊️ Overcoming Pornography Through Jesus Christ – Anonymous Zoom Class (Weekly)

We invite young single adults to join a weekly anonymous Zoom class focused on overcoming pornography through the power and grace of Jesus Christ. This is a safe, private, and spiritually uplifting resource for anyone seeking support, healing, and increased discipleship.

Wednesdays at 8:30 PM

Online (Anonymous Zoom Class)

Please see the attached flyer for full details.

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🤝 Self-Reliance Workshops

Self-Reliance Workshops - Please join us Thursdays at 7pm (dinner included at 6:30pm), in the church building just north of our Stake Center (same building as Stake Institute)!  Manuals will be provided. The topic for this semester’s classes is "Emotional Resilience”.  The class will run for 10 consecutive weeks (always on Thursdays at 7pm).  Class sizes will not exceed approximately 10 attendees. If interested, please email or text Scott Kirkland of the Stake High Council ([email protected] or 801-372-8687) to sign up and let him know which class you’d like to join.

Other nearby stake workshops:

• • Register online: quickreg.englishconnect.org/join-now

  • Orem Park Stake workshops: Register here

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UV Institute Ongoing/Weekly:

• Valley-Wide Choir (Every Tues & Thur 11AM or Sun 4pm )

• Institute Orchestra (Tues 5:30pm)

• Organ Skills (Every Wednesday, 7-8:30 PM)

• All Devotionals and Forums Winter/Spring 2025

• Waffles & Worship - Every Second Saturday at 9:30 AM in the Institute Lower Lounge. Enjoy delicious waffles and an uplifting breakfast class — food, faith, and fellowship for 26–35-year-olds.

  • • April 11 - Temples and Becoming like our Heavenly Parents

  • Mental & Emotional Health & Wellness Forum - Every Tuesday at 12pm at UVU Institute

  • Addiction Recovery Classes - Every Tues/Wed at 7:30pm at the UVU Institute building

  • Orem Mission - Addiction Recovery - visit www.OremAddictionRecovery.com for more information

  • Overcoming Pornography (Wed 8:30 p.m. via Zoom, 8-week workshop, see flyer below)

  • English Connect Classes are every Saturday 9-10:30 am in Rm 178 and 186 at the UVU Institute building.

  • Stake Institute (Language) - Korean Institute classes every Tuesday starting at 6:30pm at 785 College Dr, Orem, UT 84058

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UV Institute Sports:

Every Tues/Wed/Thurs 8:30pm - UV Institute Gym

• Tues - Indoor Soccer

• Wed - Basketball

• Thurs - Volleyball

📅 Upcoming Multi-Stake / Institute Events (Save the Date)

• Monday, April 20, 2026 – Closing Social

• Sunday, April 26, 2026 (4:00 PM) – Institute Graduation

• Monday, August 24, 2026 – Fall Opening Social

• Friday, September 25, 2026 – Date Night

• Monday, October 26, 2026 – Halloween Dance

We will share the date for the Fall Semester Quorum of the Twelve Devotional once it has been announced.

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📖 Specialty Classes and Events at the Utah Valley Institute

View classes and details here: https://myinstitute.churchofjesuschrist.org/institute/18464

All classes are held at the Utah Valley Institute of Religion, 785 College Drive, Orem.

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📖 SPECIALTY CLASSES & EVENTS AT THE UTAH VALLEY INSTITUTE**

• Mental Health

• Peacemakers Wanted

• Sunday Choir

• The Gospel Plan and Sexual Intimacy

• The Campfire Class

• Sports Night

• Orchestra

• 26–35-Year-Old Classes

• Stake Institute Night Dinners & Classes

• Book of Mormon

• Jesus Christ and the Everlasting Gospel

• The Eternal Family

• Mission Prep

• Temple Prep

• And many more Christ-centered classes

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⛪ Stake Presidency Temple Recommend Interviews

• Tuesdays: 8:00pm–9:00 p.m.

• Sundays: 12:30–2:00 p.m.

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🕊️ Stake Live Ordinance Class

Join us for 2–3 one-hour Sunday afternoon classes designed for members preparing to receive their own endowment and/or sealing.

Sign up here: Stake Live Ordinance Class Registration

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📖 Family History Center

• Open to all members of the stake. We'd love for you to come and experience the blessings of Family History. A wonderful way to help gather Israel! We look forward to working with you.

• Contact to schedule a time:

  • Brother & Sister Meservy - 801-362-2083 / 801-655-3843

  • Brother & Sister Carroll - 385-254-5444 / 385-539-7509 

  • Sister Davies

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🏛️ Temple Ordinance Worker

The Provo/Orem Temple Presidency has indicated that they need many more ordinance workers. With additional temples being built in our area, this is an exciting time to serve in the House of the Lord. Contact your Bishop if you’re interested.

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🏛️ Orem Utah Temple — Non-Ordinance Worker Opportunities

To Serve: Meet with your bishop for a recommendation interview.

After approval, the temple will contact you for scheduling.

All are welcome — skilled and non-skilled volunteers needed.

• Custodial – Mon 11 a.m.–2 p.m. or 3–6 p.m.; Tue–Fri 9:30 p.m.–12 a.m.

• Facilities Maintenance – Mon 8:30 a.m.–3:30 p.m.; Tue–Fri 1:30–6 p.m.

• Admin Assistance – Mon 8:30 a.m.–3:30 p.m.; Tue–Fri 1:30–6 p.m.

• Grounds – Mon–Fri 7:30 a.m.–3 p.m. (4-hour shifts preferred)

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👉 For the most up-to-date Church calendar, click here.

🌿 March

March 29–April 5 — Holy Week (Palm Sunday March 29)

• Focus on the Atonement and Resurrection of Jesus Christ.

• Encourage Christ-centered Easter traditions.

• Especially during Holy Week, all are invited to reflect on the Atonement of Jesus Christ and on His greater love as we prepare to commemorate His Resurrection on Easter Sunday. Establishing Christ-centered Easter traditions could include using the Holy Week study guide and inviting friends and family to join in Palm Sunday and Easter worship.

✝️ April

April 4–5 — Easter Weekend General Conference

• Hear from prophets and apostles.

• Live sessions:

  • April 4 — 10 a.m., 2 p.m., 6 p.m. MDT

  • April 5 — 10 a.m., 2 p.m. MDT

• Also available on demand.

• Audience: All members and friends.

🌸 May

May 3 — Worldwide Devotional for Young Adults

• Live at 6 p.m. MDT or on demand.

📖 June

June 4–5 — Religious Educators Conference

• Guidance for improving faith-based teaching.

• Audience: Seminary, institute, and religious educators.

🎵 August

Festival 2026: Walk with Me Music Devotional

• A flexible, music-focused event for youth devotionals, standards nights, or fifth-Sunday lessons.

• Audience: Youth and youth leaders.

August — Inviting All to Receive the Gospel

• Focus month on sharing and inviting as the Savior did.

🌍 October

October 3–4 — General Conference

• Live sessions:

  • October 3 — 10 a.m., 2 p.m., 6 p.m. MDT

  • October 4 — 10 a.m., 2 p.m. MDT

• Audience: All members and friends.

🌎 November

November 1 — Worldwide Devotional for Young Adults

• Live at 6 p.m. MST or on demand.

November — Luz de las Naciones

• Celebration of Latino culture and faith in Christ.

• Audience: Spanish-speaking members and friends (Utah Area live; global digital).

🎄 December

December 6 — First Presidency’s Christmas Devotional

• Messages from General Authorities about the Savior’s birth.

December 20 — Special Sacrament Meeting (One Hour Only)

• Sunday before Christmas focused on the Savior through talks and music.

📘 Additional Planning Notes

• Come, Follow Me 2026: Old Testament.

• Fifth Sundays: March, May, August, November.

• Teacher Council Meetings: Quarterly.

• Tithing Declaration: September – December.

• Annual Primary & Youth Activities: Camps, FSY or Youth Conference, Primary Presentation, Service Activity, and Temple & Priesthood Preparation Meeting.

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• 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline (24/7 support): https://healthcare.utah.edu/hmhi/programs/crisis-diversion/988

• Utah Warm Line (for non-crisis emotional support): https://healthcare.utah.edu/hmhi/programs/crisis-diversion#utahwarmline

Online Sunday School Classes in Your Native Language
Beginning November 16, 2025

Brothers and Sisters,

Our area continues to welcome many new members from all over the world who are beginning their journey on the covenant path. To support those whose first language is not English, the Utah Area Presidency is introducing online Sunday School classes taught in four languages: Chinese (Mandarin), French, Marshallese, and Haitian Creole.

These classes will be held via Zoom on the 1st and 3rd Sundays of each month from 5:00–6:00 p.m.

These classes are designed to help members learn the gospel in their native language while still fully participating in their local YSA ward, under local priesthood keys. All participants should continue attending sacrament meeting and regular Sunday meetings in their assigned YSA ward, where translation may also be available if needed.

Important Notes:

• These classes are not for practicing or learning a new language.

• They are not meant to replace in-person Sunday meetings in your native language unless you have physical limitations or another compelling need.

• Bishop approval is required before attending an online class.

Once a bishop approves participation, members may join using the information below:

French Class

Time: 5:00–6:00 p.m.
Start Date: Sunday, November 16, 2025
Teacher: Patrick Gerard – 801-830-3872, email: gerardpmj at gmail.com
Zoom Link: https://zoom.us/j/91385616389?pwd=6mf2Ob8461Q1ma3jjtLaWEk14OADaM.1
Meeting ID: 987 1921 7522
Passcode: 783775

Marshallese Class

Time: 5:00–6:00 p.m.
Start Date: Sunday, November 16, 2025
Teacher: Sister Yolanda Lodge-Ned – 385-230-1494, email: lodgeyolanda at gmail.com
Zoom Link: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/88011615257?pwd=Sd87NdDUFcbJbIWxzKaKJ1YYqO3gp9.1
Meeting ID: 880 1161 5257
Passcode: 681408

Haitian Creole Class

Time: 5:00–6:00 p.m.
Start Date: Sunday, November 16, 2025
Teacher: Brother Francois Synal – 801-783-0263, email: jfsynal1973 at gmail.com
Zoom Link: https://zoom.us/j/93333552515?pwd=Ff4guU89bM5H1is4M0jnoYaWhiPwcK.1
Meeting ID: 933 3355 2515
Passcode: 467356

For the full letter from the Utah Area Presidency, please see:
https://docs.google.com/document/d/12s1sHgvtmnYFWoyTt_Imlm9irAZDKgba9Ynxs3iZVFc/edit?usp=sharing

We are grateful for the diversity, faith, and strength each of you brings to our YSA stake. Please reach out to your bishop if you feel these classes would bless your gospel learning.