AMNESTY PROGRAM

We presented a lesson on dress standards and our closing speaker was our bishop. He challenged the girls to participate in an "Amnesty Program" which was simply to turn in to him any clothing of theirs that was inappropriate or immodest. We then had a Bishops BBQ the next month on our regular activity night and burned all of the clothing after a short ceremony. This was done in his backyard.

We then read a declaration that I will list below. Each YW signed it (her choice) and we framed it and it will hang in our YW room. I took a photo of each girl signing it and we will use these for a future bulletin board display. (I had double prints made and each YW will be presented with one also)

Most of the girls turned in clothing and those who didn’t definitely paid attention and were thoughtful during the Bishop’s closing comments. They have been better about what they’re wearing and had a great time at our "Bonfire". Good Luck!

(Declaration)

As the Young Women in the _______________Ward, we will strive for modesty in both thought and action. We will continually try to be worthy daughters of our Heavenly Father by choosing appropriate and modest behavior. We desire to be able to Stand as A Witness of God at all times, and in all places, and by choosing clothing and behavior that are exemplary.

We want to continually show respect for our bodies and those around us. By choosing modest and appropriate clothing we show our Heavenly Father we desire to follow him. By making righteous choices, we can be worthy of the blessings that He has in store for us.