Clark G. Gilbert
@ClarkGilbert
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Educator, Father of 8, Believer
Salt Lake City, UT
Joined December 2011
So many are voting with their feet in coming to BYU. “BYU’s mission is different … Some will see such a vision as compelling. Others will disagree and even criticize. Those of us who support BYU can engage critics with love, humility and patience.”.
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The First Presidency of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints announced today a new medical school at BYU that will support the Church’s international and humanitarian outreach: .
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“BYU-Pathway is an answer to my 50 year prayer that we could find an equitable way to serve the entire Church with education.” .President Jeffrey R. Holland. At 30K African students, today’s opening of a BYU-Pathway Global Education Center in Johannesburg was a key milestone
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The inspiring reasons so many faculty choose @BYU. New law school professor @ShimaBaradaran shares that she came to the university to be her whole self and ask deeper and more for profound questions in a community that was supportive of faith:
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Good night Provo: Christine came tonight for a YSA stake conference and said good night to our beloved Provo Temple. It was in this temple where I received a testimony while in the MTC. It was in this temple where I got the spiritual answer to propose to Christine. What memories!
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The Church Educational System is growing— seminary, institute, and church schools are seeing record enrollment. Students are flocking to safe harbors for faith in an increasingly secular world. I joined Elder Christofferson for this @the_churchnews podcast.
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At $1.7 trillion, student loans trail only mortgage debt in U.S. Grateful for the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints’ investment in education, and it’s spiritual mandate to innovate on access and affordability: @BYU @byuidaho @BYUPathwayWorld.
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The new seminary curriculum now includes life preparation lessons focused on emotional resilience, self-reliance, and college preparation—all done in a Christ-centered, scripture-format that complements our traditional sequential scripture study:
New thematic lessons in seminary will help prepare youth for complexities of modern world through the lens of the gospel of Jesus Christ.
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Counter to the narrative, youth and young adults are flocking to their faith. At a time with so many pressures against belief, our young people want the Savior in their lives and are seeking safe harbors in seminary, institute, and church campuses.
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Beautiful CBS Sports profile of BYU quarterback Jake Retzlaff and his faith journey as a Jew. at the LDS university: “What I didn’t realize is how much the faith would actually benefit me. That was a great surprise when I got to BYU.”
.@BYUFootball’s Jake Retzlaff is the only Jewish starting quarterback in the FBS. His journey at BYU – a Mormon school – has been bolstered by the unwavering support of his teammates. "I never thought about being a Jewish quarterback. I just thought about being a quarterback."
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“A family man. A humble follower of Jesus Christ. An absolutely brilliant basketball mind.” -President Reese . Ready to welcome our guy to Provo!
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This is BYU at its best. What an example to his student-athletes and and all of us:.
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In these tumultuous times, what counsel does a prophet of God have for young people? Here are five observations: 1) know your divine identity, 2) draw on the power of Christ, 3) let God prevail, 4) teach truth with love, 5) take charge of your testimony
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BYU announces it’s founding medical school dean. He has been prepared for this season:
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Prom night! Three Gilbert girls headed to prom. I was on assignment and offered to dial in on FaceTime to interview the boys when they picked everyone up. Remarkably, all three daughters encouraged me not to step out so I could focus on my assignment :-)
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BYU is a Christ-centered, prophetically directed university of promise and prophecy. Powerful message today from @RonaldARasband @BYU .
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12 Gilberts Drumming! Amazing to be gathered with our entire family. What a special night to reflect on the miracle of our Savior Jesus Christ with the people we love.
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On this sacred day, the only perfect person to ever walk the earth, came forth, resurrecteded, whole, and healed so we could follow Him. His prophet on the Earth today testifies of tge Savior’s example to all of us! May we have the joy of Christ in our lives. #BecauseOfHim.
Jesus Christ is our ultimate exemplar, “who for the joy that was set before him endured the cross” (Hebrews 12:2). He lives! He is our Advocate with the Father and our Redeemer. Without His Resurrection, death would be the end. Our Savior’s Atonement made eternal life a
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Self-Reliance: The Church runs its finances the way they ask their members to run their family finances: Spend less than you make, save for a rainy day, preserve resources for others. I love this response in both substance and tone:
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Consistency amid change: @byu will adapt and remain competitive as college sports evolves, but it will always honor Christ-centered principles. We will not always be perfect, but I love the striving/leadership of @TomHolmoe and Keith Vorkink @byuathletics
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Hope of Israel: Institute is exploding in the Congo with the help of EnglishConnect and @BYUPathwayWorld. I will miss these remarkable students. Hope of Israel:. Fils d’Israël, en avant!.Veillons, prions en tout temps!.Armés de la vérité,.Nous vaincrons mal et péché
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@CBSSports on how @BYUMBB signed #1 prospect: NBA coaching, comparable financial support, and … @byu mission/culture: “BYU's unique campus culture was alluring component to the recruiting pitch. The BYU honor code was not a deterrent; just the opposite.”.
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The Church had reached out to the NAACP and repeatedly decried racism in any form. This was a compelling defense of the Church by Amos Brown, one of the more visible leaders in the civil rights community:
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The House of the Lord: For members of our faith, the temple symbolizes our connection to Jesus Christ and to our families. So wonderful to see these Gilbert cousins gathered together today in Arizona.
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Counsel with you Councils, Testimony of Joseph/Hyrum, Counsel to Fathers (and Sons), Oh Be Wise, Preach My Gospel, and so much more. What a legacy of leadership, kindness, and consecration. We will miss President Ballard’s steady guidance for a generation:
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What an inspiration! So proud of Kenneth. Such grit on the biggest stage!.
Former @BYUTFXC runner Kenneth Rooks had a previous personal best of 8:15.08 in the 3000M Steeplechase. Moments ago in Paris, he smashed his PB with an 8:06.41 to take silver. Congrats and Go Cougs!!
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@presidentbyuidaho and I are so excited to head from the @byuidaho choir at this afternoon’s #generalconfrence
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Philadelphia: I spent the last 2 days in this historic temple, serving with new converts, multigenerational members, Spanish-speaking youth groups, a young couple being sealed to their children, Mandarin-speaking saints, and so many others, all striving for the #covenantpath
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Becoming BYU: President Shane Reese is serious about helping @BYU become the university prophet’s have foretold. See his compelling initiatives to strengthen the university:
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The new life preparation lessons in seminary teach the importance of education, build emmotional resilience, and prepare youth for the temple and missions. Record numbers of youth are receiving President Nelson’s promised blessings of seminary attendance:.
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Enrollment at religious schools is outpacing the nation. Students want to bring their whole selves to their learning. This @bestcolleges profile looks at the growth in religious schools across the country, including @byu @byuidaho @BYUPathwayWorld ./.
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Come Ye Children of the Lord. What a thrill to be with so many of our Gilbert children at this General Conference. President Nelson invited all us to look for three things this weekend: 1) pure truth, 2) pure doctrine of Christ, and 3) pure revelation #generalconf
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BYU-Idaho welcomes the largest incoming class in its history:
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Dare to be Different: in this @deseretmagazine essay I explore how preserving religious identity can help universities like @BYU uniquely contribute not only to their spiritual mission but to the distinct challenges facing higher education today:
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Inspiring profile of Kevin Young from @Tad_Walch @Deseret — a remarkable story of grit, triumph, and faith. Great to have @kyoungball @byubasketball on our team. Go Cougs!.
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Inspiring profile of @BYUfootball quarterback @jarenhall3 and how his missionary service lifted him then and continues to shape him now. @Tad_Walch @kalanifsitake @TomHolmoe #LoveandLearn
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Education is a religious responsibility: So inspired visiting our Ghanaan and Nigerian students. Today there are 20,000+.@BYUPathwayWorld students in Africa. Their faith is leading to job skills certificates+ degrees that are leading to transformative opportunities.
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Today I accompanied @OaksDallinH as we discussed five ways to stand fast with love in proclaiming truth: . 1. Avoid overly contentious settings.2. Love others even amid disagreements.3. Hold to truth.4. Be a light.5. Stay anchored in Jesus.
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So grateful to see the @Ch_JesusChrist making such a significant contribution to the global COVID vaccination effort. The Church’s grant is biggest private sector donation to ‘largest immunization campaign in history’
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For over 20 years Pamela Atkinson has been serving the homeless in SLC, partnering with Catholic Community Services and the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. She is a treasure! Tonight we helped serve a warm Christmas meal at the St. Vincent de Paul resource center
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How do you keep a 10 year old girl engaged on an extended trip to Japan? Let’s just say it starts with a video, includes a dance, and an older sister who knows how to edit! Last post from Japan, but this was too much fun not to include
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All were gathered in: a Christmas Eve surprise from James and Erin. Home for the holiday.
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“Are religious people happier? The science is pretty clear.” While religion is not a panacea, multiple studies reinforce what President Nelson has already taught: “The truth is that it is much more exhausting to seek happiness where you can never find it!”.
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Good night, Samoa: A highlight of the visit was our highlands primary school, Sauniatu. The school and land were originally purchased as a refuge for early Samoan converts who were ostracized for joining the Church. Such a sacred gathering of faith
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Seven Days: Next week at this time, Elder John Gilbert will be home with us! It is hard to believe we will have him back. He has served with such diligence and honor. Christine and I are so proud of everything he has become.
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Remarkable @Deseret profile of @BYUfootball working with/@BYUPathwayWorld students in Africa. @kalanifsitake explains: “When players feel like they’re doing something more, playing for more … than just themselves . it’s big,” Yes, it is! Thanks, Coach.
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The power is in them, so trust your students. In a worldwide training for religious educators, I share 3 ways to invite active learning: 1) Invite students to prepare, 2) Encourage them to share with others, 3) Invite them to live what they are learning.
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The Church Educational System has four priorities: .1. Work as system.2. Embed @BYUPathwayWorld in the Church.3. Elevate the reach of Seminary & Institute.4. Strengthen the spiritual leadership of CES with an emphasis on @BYU. Podcast @the_churchnews
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Christ’s Peace in Perilous Times: today I spoke @BYU with the message:.1) BYU can change your life if you will let it, 2) BYU is a religious university with a religious purpose, 3) we live in perilous times, 4) Christ can bring us peace despite the tumult.
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Knitting Together Generations: My parents joined us this weekend for the blessing of their great granddaughter. They also sent off our three teenage daughters for the Valentine dance. Somehow, we also got in a BYU game :) I’m so grateful for the bonds that bind us together.
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35 years ago, as a young missionary, I entered the Kobe chapel for the first time. This week I returned with my family. It was a joyous reunion with people who have built the church in this area. They serve with joy, duty, and faith. What an impact this place has had on my life!
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Hope in Christ: That was the message from Elder and Sister Godoy to Young Adults across the world tonight. We gathered with our own children to hear this message and reflect on what the Lord can do in our lives when we make Him our partner.
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Why is the Church so committed to education? Because education is a spiritual responsibility. Grateful for the spiritual leadership of President and Sister Reese @byu and the student-centered focus of Elder and Sister Meredith @byuidaho @the_churchnews
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Malo e lele from Tonga, where we’ve been touring our Pacific area schools, including Liahona High School. Many of these students continue on through @BYUPathwayWorld and @byuhawaii. The students take to heart President Nelson’s charge to make education a religious responsibility.
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Gathered-in from All the World: I hugged Elder Takashi Wada, my MTC sensei, now Japan area president. I sat w/my A70 mentor Elder Benny Tai from Hong Kong. Christine visited w/Elder Dube who trained our son John in Zimbabwe. We are truly part of a worldwide Church #generalconf
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How will you measure your life? Here is my tribute to Clay Christensen, innovation scholar and deep personal friend:.
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With my daughter Claire watching the fireworks in Coronado, California.
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Institute in Logan: Tonight, I visited the Institute at Utah State University. As part of the visit, we did a workshop on President Nelson’s talk “Choices for Eternity.” So fun to be with these young people who know their divine identity and are taking charge of their testimonies
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The mission of @BYU is not just an afterthought or source of compliance—it is our competitive advantage, the very core of who we are. Enjoyed my visiting w/@DaveMcCannTV @bfowler16 @YsGuysLive on the 7-0 @BYUfootball and the future of athletics @BYUCougars
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Attended Henry J. Eyring's inauguration today @byuidaho with the eight preceding presidents of the university. #SpiritOfRicks
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Lessons on Leadership: Today our family learned from Helaman that great leaders are 1) worthy in their personal lives, 2) anchored on a deeper purpose, 3) elevate those they lead, 4) develop effective strategie, 5) love those they serve, and 6) recognize God’s help. Alma 57-58
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Becoming BYU: President Shane Reese discusses how @BYU can become the university prophets have forseen. Powerful to see him rising to Elder Christofferson’s charge to be the university’s chief moral and spiritual officer #BecomingBYU
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Aloha! Christine asked me if I was bringing my suit to Hawaii. I guess I should’ve asked which one! We are here for the inauguration of President @PrezKauweBYUH @byuhawaii. What an inspiring symbol of the church’s commitment to education—a remarkable place in a remarkable setting
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The Ongoing Restoration! A new proclamation, visual symbol, prophet’s testimony from the Sacred Grove, a global day of fasting, a call to heal the virus of hunger, violence, poverty, education failures, new temples. We live in a day of miracles! The restoration is ongoing!
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Just the two us: today was sheer joy as Christine and I journeyed out on an 8 mile hike of breathtaking Fall foliage for our “P-Day”—a day of preparation and rejuvenation from our ecclesiastical and educational responsibilities. For the Beauty of the Earth!
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Resetting the Culture of Dating: Following-up on counsel from President Oaks to young single adults across the Church, @BYU, @byuidaho, @byuhawaii, @EnsignSLC, @BYUPathwayWorld and 15 institutes of religion will be hosting a CES-wide Date Night on Jan. 31.
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Moments: Last night was one of those unique moments that stays with you. We gathered as a family to cheer on our lacrosse girls. Such a great evening together as a family.
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'I love to see the temple!' and so did our daughter after a Sunday night walk :)
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Happy Easter from the Gilbert’s! Grateful to receive a call to represent the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. I will serve my very best. Grateful for the support of Christine and our amazing children. Grateful this day for our Savior Jesus Christ and His resurrection!
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Tonight was our last 'Family Home Evening' w/the students @byuidaho. In our 2 years here we have hosted more than 10K students in our home.
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22 years ago I took Christine Calder to the temple. I'm more in love than ever today. Happy anniversary Christine!
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First day @BYUID. I will rise to the call by listening, learning, and seeking the Spirit #RisetotheCall.
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To the students @BYUID: 'It's cold outside!' So stay warm as you gear up for finals this week. Love, the Gilberts!
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Kawaii ko ni wa . Tabi o saseyo! this Japanese proverb means that if you force a child to travel, she will grow. Having a remarkable experience with the Gilbert children back in Japan, where I served my mission 30 years ago. Natsukashi desu!
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Elder and Sister Cook asked us to join them to discuss 5 questions from young adults across the Church: 1) overcoming faith challenges, 2) increasing belonging, 3) life balance, 4) standing for truth, 5) receiving revelation. Watch the responses here:
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Christine and I had a Church assignment tonight in Emphraim, Utah and afterwards drove 10 minutes south to see the Manti temple, a monument of personal significance to our family. What a tremendous spirit that can be felt in that beautiful setting #templedatenight
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“[P]eople with a particular religious identity also need a place where they can have their identity supported.” Thoughtful piece by @EbooPatel @interfaithusa on the need to preserve religious identity at America’s religious universities
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Choices for Eternity: President Nelson’s historic message to young adults: 1) know your divine identity, 2) choose who you become, 3) take charge of your testimony. The presidents @byu, @byuhawaii @BYUPathwayWorld @EnsignSLC have amplified his message:
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4 years ago today the First Presidency announced the creation of BYU-Pathway Worldwide. I love this picture of Elder Uchtdorf high-fiving our daughter, perhaps celebrating not only the creation of Pathway but recognizing the sacrifice that so many families give to make possible
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The unique importance of religious colleges: There 1.8M students enrolled in faith-based universities. Yesterday we gathered w/ 35+ university presidents at the National Press Club in DC to explore the contributions of faith-based colleges to the nation:
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Christine, thank you for an amazing 25 years! I love you for who you were when we first were married. I love you for who you have become. And I love you for who you have helped me become. Happy anniversary!
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We're trying to wean our 2 year old from her pacifier. I guess we'll wait a little longer :)
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In Arizona for game day! BYU fans on the top of Camelback Mountain. Go Cougars!
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Gathered in from all nations: Each of these @byuhawaii students started their academic journey in @byupathwayworldwide They come from the Philippines, Mongolia, Japan, and the Pacific Islands. What a beautiful powerful emerging partnership between BYU-Hawaii and BYU-Pathway
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From Sea to Shining Sea: Last week in Boston with James and Erin, Today in Coronado with our girls—it’s been a great Fourth of July! So grateful for our country and the freedoms so many have fought to preserve.
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Go ye into all the world: I spent time w/@byupathwayworldwide field team. 12 employees. Born in eight different countries. Fluent in 18 languages. Serving the 17 international areas of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in 188 countries.
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Christine and I were in the Bountiful temple tonight. The temple has been a place of personal revelation for us: prayers for our children, answers on where to live, preparation for callings, inspiration in building teams and organizations, answers to heart felt pleadings #home
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