Dear 2022 Seniors, 

Thank you for your willingness to speak on Mother’s Day.  Your messages were wonderful and your testimonies so strong.  This time of transition in life can be overwhelming and scary.  I pray that you will embrace this time, be patient with yourself as you figure things out and know that you are strong. 

I encourage you to consider two opportunities I present to you.  Both could provide some spiritual support and guidance as you journey beyond high school and take your first step into an adult world. 

First, please see the announcement provided in the link below for FSY opportunities for all Seniors in high school this year.  Even though our Stake is not invited to attend FSY until 2023, the Church has provided the option for all Seniors in High School (as a one-time exception) to sign up and attend FSY this summer!  https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/youth/childrenandyouth/fsy/about/graduating-senior-approval-instructions This is a GREAT opportunity for you. 

Second, Attached is an invitation to a very special class. It is called “Finding Strength in the Lord Through Emotional Resilience”, which has been recently and currently taught to adults in our Stake and is now being offered to individuals that are currently Seniors, those that graduated last year, and those who will become Seniors this fall.  

Through experience, we know life is sometimes hard and these series of classes and materials will help provide us with the tools to find strength to overcome these trials and challenges through finding hope, faith, and love through our Savior Jesus Christ. The class will help and assist all of us to fight through emotional battles and challenges like loss of a loved one, depression, addictions, anxiety, loneliness, adjusting to college life, adjusting to missionary life, and even just dealing with life itself.  Please review the attached invitation for more information on how to register for this class. As this class is intended to start on Sunday May 15th, 2022, we would like to encourage you to register as soon as possible.  

Thank you so much for your love and support.  We love you and bless you in all your endeavors.  

Love, 

Bishop Jeff Anderson, Highland 28th Ward 

“Stay Humble, Work Hard, & Be Kind”