Elder Jeffrey R. Holland of the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints; Sister Carole M. Stephens, first counselor in the Relief Society general presidency; and Elder Donald L. Hallstrom of the Presidency of the Seventy hosted the sixth worldwide #LDSface2face social media forum Tuesday, March 8, 2016.
Elder Holland invited young single adults to participate in the live event:
Elder Donald L. Hallstrom, Sister Carole M. Stephens, and I are thrilled to be part of the first YSA #LDSFace2Face event...
Posted by Jeffrey R Holland on Thursday, February 25, 2016
Young single adults submitted questions before and during the event using the hashtag #LDSface2face:
@HollandJeffreyR What would you say are the 2 or 3 most important things to help young adults prepare for a temple marriage?#LDSface2face
— Kristin Myers (@knmyers126) February 22, 2016
@HollandJeffreyR #LDSface2face
— Matt the Mormon (@MattBrooksLDS) February 24, 2016
Elder Holland, what role does your wife play in your current calling as an apostle of The Lord?
Young single adults attended the event at Utah Valley University in Orem, Utah, and people of all ages watched the live event from various places around the world:
Here we are at the face to face with Elder Holland. West institute building, Lethbridge, Alberta. #LDSface2faceTo...
Posted by Aaron Nalder on Tuesday, March 8, 2016
Many people shared their feelings about the event on social media:
When going through difficult times and I'm striving to clear my mind, I enjoy getting outside to be alone and think. It'...
Posted by Cameron Skidmore on Tuesday, March 8, 2016
#LDSface2face I try to look at a trial in the long term scheme - something that will make me grow, more compassionate, & greater joy later.
— Hillary Millecam (@hillecam) March 9, 2016
In hard times, I find joy and peace by looking for opportunities to serve. Then, my eyes are opened; heart full of gratitude. #LDSface2face
— Ray Huang (@rayman_78) March 9, 2016
#ldsface2face was so excellent. I'm really grateful for our leaders and the way I feel Gods love for me through them. ❤️
Posted by Tanisha Carter on Tuesday, March 8, 2016
Cualquiera que sea su pregunta, el Evangelio es la respuesta #LDSFace2Face #ShareGoodness #ElderHolland pic.twitter.com/lWtrrbt4FY
— Luisandra Velazco (@luisavelazco74) March 9, 2016
So glad I made the decision to tune into #LDSface2face I seriously needed it! 🙌🏾
— Sadie Merina (@sadeznai) March 9, 2016
Elder Holland, Sister Stephens and Elder Hallstrom answered young single adults’ questions directly on social media after the event:
I have been reading the questions you are asking for the #LDSFace2Face event tomorrow evening at 6 p.m. MST. I encourage...
Posted by Jeffrey R Holland on Monday, March 7, 2016
@nickieb314 Nick, we all know what it's like to cry when trials hit. We love your honesty and you have the right answer.
— Jeffrey R. Holland (@HollandJeffreyR) March 9, 2016
The conversation can be viewed on the Church’s Youth Activities website, the LDS Youth YouTube channel or the Mormon Channel.