The First Presidency and Quorum of the Twelve have approved the following as the Mutual theme for 2008: "Be steadfast and immovable, always abounding in good works" (Mosiah 5:15).
Leaders are encouraged to introduce the theme in December 2007. Young Men and Young Women leaders are also encouraged to emphasize the theme in Mutual opening exercises and other youth activities during 2008. Additional resource material regarding this theme will be available in the New Era and Liahona magazines at the beginning of 2008.
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| Past Annual Themes |
2007 Theme:
"Let virtue garnish thy thoughts unceasingly; then shall thy confidence wax strong in the presence of God" (D&C 121:45).
2007 GYWM Theme: "Let Virtue Garnish Thy Thoughts" |
2006 Theme:
"Arise and shine forth, that thy light may be a standard for the nations" (D&C 115:5).
2006 GYWM Theme: "Arise and Shine Forth" |
2005 Theme:
"A Great and a Marvelous Work" (2 Nephi 4:17).
2005 GYWM Theme: "A Great and a Marvelous Work" |
2004 Theme:
"Search diligently, pray always, and be believing, and all things shall work together for your good" (D&C 90:24).
2004 GYWM Theme: "Search, Pray, Believe" |
2003 Theme:
"Wherefore, ye must press forward with a steadfastness in Christ, having a perfect brightness of hope, and a love of God and of all men" (2 Nephi 31:20; see also For the Strength of Youth, 40–42).
2003 GYWM Theme: "Be Steadfast in Christ" |
2002 Theme:
"Stand Ye in Holy Places" (see D&C 87:8).
2002 GYWM Theme: "Stand Ye in Holy Places" |
| Note: A statement introducing an annual theme was published for the first time in December of 2001 in the Guidebook for Parents and Leaders of Youth. Information will be sent each year from Church headquarters to priesthood leaders suggesting an annual theme for Mutual to be discussed with youth leaders. The theme may be used to provide focus for activities such as dance, drama, speech, sports, music, or service. Preparations for the activities should be made during Mutual (see Guidebook, 25). |
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