CARE Episode 14: Gathering to Jesus Christ & Deepening Conversion through the Book of Mormon

In this episode, Mark Mason and Will Perez explore how covenant gathering, temple preparation, and Book of Mormon study can lead students to deepen their relationship with Jesus Christ. Featuring object lessons, student testimonies, and prophetic insights, this episode equips teachers with tools to help youth grow in unity, commitment, and conversion.

(00:00) Introduction
(01:12) Gathering to Jesus Christ – What it really means
(04:00) Stadium vs. Temple: Which gathering matters eternally?
(06:47) PLA: Pencil, bat, and tape – The power of covenants
(09:54) Miracle of the Colesville Saints
(13:12) Christlike Unity – “Do I belong?” and D&C 38:25
(16:50) PLA: Unity Reflection in a mirror or phone
(18:38) Unity Commitment Cards
(22:23) James Covel and the Lord’s invitation
(23:14) PLA: Match D&C 39:10–15 to temple covenants
(24:40) Quote from Chad H. Webb – Temple readiness
(25:53) What breaks us? What remakes us?
(28:25) How has the Book of Mormon brought you closer to Christ?
(30:02) PLA: Testimony Pyramid activity
(32:50) Testimony-sharing reflections
(34:12) Mark’s personal witness: Strength through grief

🗣 President Russell M. Nelson:
“Each of us has a divine potential because each is a child of God. Each is equal in His eyes.”
(Russell M. Nelson, "Peacemakers Needed," General Conference, April 2023)

🗣 Chad H. Webb:
“I believe there is more we can do to also emphasize the second part of our objective and help more youth and young adults qualify for the blessings of the temple.”
(Chad H. Webb, "June 2024 Broadcast," June 2024 Broadcast)

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CARE Episode 13: The Joseph Smith Translation, The Living Christ, and Doctrinal Mastery

In this episode, we explore the sacred power of revealed scripture, dive into the divine identity of Jesus Christ through The Living Christ, and help students strengthen their skills in doctrinal mastery. This week includes a powerful lineup of tools, PLAs, and testimony-building insights—designed to help you teach with purpose and power.

(00:00) Introduction
(01:08) D&C 35 – The Joseph Smith Translation and God’s Love
(11:19) Doctrinal Mastery Practice #3 – Mastering and Applying Scripture
(16:18) The Living Christ Part 1 – Titles, Roles, and Attributes of Christ
(25:01) The Living Christ Part 2 – Sharing Our Testimony of Jesus Christ
(31:59) Conclusion and Easter Invitation

D&C 35 – The Joseph Smith Translation

• Use a True/False PLA to introduce key facts about the JST.

• Invite students to feel gratitude for scripture “as it is in [His] own bosom” (D&C 35:20).

Doctrinal Mastery Practice #3

• Reaffirm that doctrinal mastery includes both memorization and application.

• Reintroduce the Doctrinal Mastery App to support personal study and class engagement.

The Living Christ – Part 1

• Students identify and illustrate one of Christ’s roles, titles, or attributes.

• Use the Bumper Sticker PLA to turn doctrine into personal insight.

The Living Christ – Part 2

• Apply the 3 P’s of Life Prep: Purpose, Principle, Practice.

• Invite students to complete this prompt: “Because I talk of Christ, others will know He can _______.”

Elder Gary E. Stevenson:
“Let us seek a higher and holier way to worship Jesus Christ this Easter season.”
(April 2024 – A Mighty Voice of the Lord’s Servants)
https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2024/04/14stevenson

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This week’s episode helps students understand why Jesus Christ has commanded us to preach His gospel—and how to overcome fears and social awkwardness in doing so. Mark and Will offer scripture-based insights, powerful learning activities, and true stories that will inspire students to act with love and confidence.

(00:00) Introduction
(00:59) Why D&C 35 & Doctrinal Mastery were shifted
(02:00) Lesson 1: Why has Christ commanded us to share His gospel?
(03:30) Thomas B. Marsh & awkwardness in sharing the gospel
(05:00) President Nelson quote: Christ wants to heal us
(06:45) Book of Mormon story: “It’s not just good—it’s amazing”
(08:30) PLA: Text a returned missionary for real-world insight
(10:56) Lesson 2: How can I share the gospel with courage?
(13:00) John Whitmer & the “weak things of the world”
(15:00) Elder Uchtdorf quote: “Heart and a willing mind”
(16:00) Mark’s story: Food, friendship, and a lasting relationship
(18:59) Life Prep 199: Why should I share the gospel out of love?
(21:00) Convert stories from Will’s ward
(23:20) Sister Lynn Birmingham’s legacy in Tallahassee
(26:00) Will’s Walmart contact story: Doing the right thing, wrong reason
(27:50) Connecting CARE to missionary work
(28:14) Final thoughts and testimony

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