ER (Eternal Rewards) – Youth Conference Theme
Based on “…he who doeth the works of righteousness shall receive his reward, even peace in this world, and eternal life in the world to come.” D&C 59:23 Orientation – decorate things like an operating room. Have leaders wear scrubs, stethoscopes, etc. Workshops Ideas: “Life Support” (daily scripture study, seminary attendance, prayer), “Operation: Family†(do your part to build a…
Once Upon a Time – YW Camp Theme
Based on “We have to keep writing, keep walking, keep serving and accepting new challenges to the end of our own story…” (Gayle M. Clegg, “The Finished Story,” Ensign, May 2004) Each ward selects a fairy tale story as their theme for colors, decorations, etc. Workshop Ideas: “Writing my Story” (The importance of keeping a journal), “Mirror, Mirror, On the…
Righteous Round-Up YW Camp Idea
Based on “And then shall the righteous shine forth in the Kingdom of God.” Alma 40:25 Each unit/level decorates area in western or country theme. Also, they can each select a name for their “Company” (Bunkhouse Beauties, Cutey-Pie Corral, Western Warriors, Sagebrush Sweeties, etc.) The Mess Hall is the Chuck Wagon, the main campfire area is Horseshoe Court, meals are…
The MTC Experience Youth Conference Theme
“Lift up your heart and rejoice, for the hour of your mission is come…” D&C 31:3 During Orientation/Check-in, assign each youth a “companion”. They must attend each workshop with their companion. Each person wears a badge with “Sister†or “Elder†and their last name. During welcome, have everyone repeat D&C 4, inserting “In the (name of ward), (name of stake) 
Teddy Bear Picnic YW Camp Theme
Based on “…that every man might bear his part.” Mosiah 29:34 Each unit selects a “beary” fun name for their “den†(Bear Haven, Polar Bears, Berenstein Bear Cave, Gummi Bear Resort, etc.) The camp director is Mama Bear. Everything is “beary†nice and “beary†fun. Devotionals are “A Time to Pawsâ€, etc. Snacks could be things with honey or teddy…
Candyland: Something Wonderful & Sweet YW Camp Idea
Based on “If we are seeking the Lord and His guidance, if our direction is to return to our Father in Heaven, the sweet moments will come.” Bonnie D. Parkin, Relief Society General President, “Sweet Moments”, Ensign Nov 2005 Each ward or level selects a candy for their unit themes. For example: the Licorice Whips, the Sweetarts, the Peanut Butter…
Angels Among Us YW Camp Theme
Based on “You will become great women if you are united in the angelic cause of doing good and if you hunger and thirst after righteousness.” – President James E Faust Each unit selects a heavenly name (Cloud 9, Heavenly Hut, Angels in the Outfield, Divine Divas, Blissful Beauties, etc.) The mess hall is Hallowed Halls. Meal ideas: Angel Hair…
How Gossip Effects Your Spirituality
Have five youth act out the skit.Take youth outside (must be done OUTSIDE)place 2-liter bottle of Diet Coke(must be diet)in the parking lot away from cars (about 10 feet) tell the youth that the 2-liter bottle represents their bodies, the soda inside represents theirspirits, and the mentos candy represents gossipand hurtful words. Then tell them they are about towitness what…