Counsel Together
Lesson 3: Preparing and Using an Agenda in Class Presidency Meetings
Introduce the Principle
The Savior has directed leaders in our day to “organize yourselves; [and] prepare every needful thing” (Doctrine and Covenants 88:119). An agenda is a written plan for a meeting. It is an organizational tool that helps participants focus on the meeting’s purposes and use time effectively. It should be prioritized to ensure that the most important matters are discussed first. (See General Handbook: Serving in The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, 29.1.)
Learn Together
What do you think are some of the most “needful things” that could be included in a written agenda and why?
An agenda for class presidency meetings might include the following:
- Have someone offer an opening prayer.
- Study a verse from the scriptures.
- Receive leadership training.
- Discuss counsel from priesthood leaders and how best to implement it.
- Counsel together about how to strengthen and bless individual class members.
- Report on assignments.
- Plan for upcoming events that meet needs.
- Give new assignments.
- Have someone offer a closing prayer.
Live What We Are Learning
Commit to prepare and use a written agenda in your next class presidency meeting. What benefits did you observe? Share your insights at the conclusion of the meeting.