2026 Kansas City Missouri
Stake Theme
PUBLISH PEACE
As Children of the Covenant, we have a special opportunity to publish the peace of Jesus Christ. Let us “Bring Good Tidings” to everyone – everywhere. Isaiah 52:7
Jesus Christ Taught
Blessed are the peacemakers: for they shall be called the children of God. Matthew 5:9
By this shall all men know that ye are my disciples, if ye have love one to another. John 13:35
President Oaks Added
My brothers and sisters, as followers of Christ, let us follow Him by forgoing contention and by using the language and methods of peacemakers. In our families and other personal relationships, let us avoid what is harsh and hateful. Let us seek to be holy, like our Savior.
6 Messages - 1 Theme
Throughout the year we will focus on six messages with insights from prophets and apostles from The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Abiding by the principles of these messages will help us all be better peacemakers.
Jan & Feb - Be a Peacemaker
Blessed Are the Peacemakers by Elder Gary E. Stevenson
Mar & Apr - Find Greater Peace as a Disciple of Jesus Christ
Taking on the Name of Jesus Christ by Elder Dale G. Renlund
May & Jun - Testify of Christ
The Eternal Gift of Testimony by Elder Kevin G. Brown
Jul & Aug - Seek Peace for Yourself and Others in the Temple
The Temple and Your Spiritual Foundation by President Russell M. Nelson
Sep & Oct - Share the Book of Mormon
Sacred Scriptures—the Foundations of Faith by Elder Quentin L. Cook
Nov & Dec - Care for those in Need
No One Sits Alone by Elder Gerrit W. Gong
May & June 2026
Testify of Christ
Excerpts from The Eternal Gift of Testimony by Elder Kevin G. Brown.
- Reflect upon how you gained a sure witness of Jesus Christ and His gospel.
- Share your testimony of Jesus Christ with a family member or friend.
- Share your testimony of Jesus Christ in sacrament meeting or a lesson.
- Share your testimony of Jesus Christ online.
March & April 2026
Find Greater Peace as a Disciple of Jesus Christ
Excerpts from Taking on the Name of Jesus Christ by Elder Dale G. Renlund
- Make and renew covenants in baptismal fonts, temples, and during the sacrament.
- Ponder what the Spirit is teaching or asking you to do.
Make a plan and act upon these personalized commandments. - Find simple ways to remember Jesus Christ daily.
- What characteristic of Jesus Christ do you desire? Pray for the capacity to emulate Him.
January & February 2026
Be a Peacemaker
Excerpts from Blessed Are the Peacemakers by Elder Gary E. Stevenson
- Strive for a contention-free home zone. Pause and reboot with kindness.
- Digital bridge building. Share kindness in the face of hate.
- Repair and reunite. Attempt to mend a strained relationship in your life.
- Pray for and be kind to people who are mean or grumpy to you.
More messages to follow.
Please share your thoughts, experiences, and testimonies online as you participate in learning from this year’s stake theme.