New LDS pamphlet’s message to teens on dating, sex, modesty: God trusts you
It emphasizes choice over a checklist, and kids agree it’s better than the old “For the Strength of You” approach of “don’t screw up, or it’ll ruin your life.”
(The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints)
Apostle Dieter F. Uchtdorf greets youths at a For the Strength of Youth conference in Thailand on Tuesday, Oct. 25, 2022, during his visit to Southeast Asia.
Hired in 1991 to cover Utah's various faiths, particularly Mormonism, Peggy has talked forgiveness with Archbishop Desmond Tutu, nearly fainted waiting for the Dalai Lama, fasted with Muslims during Ramadan — and has reported on 50 consecutive semiannual LDS General Conferences.