BYU–Hawaii Devotionals & Speeches

 Isaiah Walker emphasizes the importance of creating ʻohana, or family. He explained how ʻohana, in Hawaiian culture, extends beyond immediate family to include friends and the broader community, and how this concept can help students foster meaningful relationships. Through highlighting the experiences of Joseph F. Smith, Walker encourages students to embrace the values of ʻohana by building conn...

Elder John H. Groberg Emeritus General Authority Seventy The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints Elder John H. Groberg highlights the principle of "heartfelt helping," urging students to emulate Christ's example of sincere, selfless service. Sharing personal stories from his missionary work in Tonga, he illustrates the profound joy and impact of compassionate acts. Elder Groberg concludes...

President John S.K. Kauwe III University President Brigham Young University–Hawaii Devotional Today we were blessed to hear from President John S.K. Kauwe III speak focusing on three principles: purpose, consecration, and excellence. He encouraged students to align their lives with God’s purpose, grow spiritually, and become leaders. President Kauwe urged students to live purposefully, consecrate...

Monica S. Kauwe First Lady, BYU–Hawaii Devotional Today we were blessed to hear from  President John S.K. Kauwe III and Sister Monica S. Kauwe. Sister Kauwe encouraged students at BYU–Hawaii to recognize God’s relentless love and pursuit of them. She illustrated how God’s love is unwavering, regardless of our struggles. She reassured students that their time at BYU–Hawaii is part of God’s plan to...

Sister Amy A. Wright First Counselor in the Primary General Presidency of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints Brigham Young University–Hawaii Devotional  Sister Amy A. Wright encourages students to embrace the blessings of the priesthood through study, prayer, and personal revelation. She also reminds young adults today that they are the future of Christ's church on earth. She gives a...

As Chairman of the Executive Committee of the Brigham Young University–Hawaii Board of Trustees and acting on behalf of the Officers of that Board, I [Jeffrey R. Holand] hereby install you, John (Keoni) S. K. Kauwe III, as President of Brigham Young University–Hawaii this 19th day of October 2021. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/byu-hawaii-devotionals-speeches-...

John S.K. Kauwe III speaks at his inauguration.  "I testify to you that this university is a vital part of God’s work on earth. He has established it through His prophets to educate His children and help them make and keep sacred covenants. Through honoring those covenants, we learn more of our Savior, grow closer to Him, and become more like Him." Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.s...

Elder Clark G. Gilbert at the inauguration of John S.K. Kauwe III.  "Today we inaugurate a bright, educated, and administratively capable president, but above all we inaugurate a president who wants to do what the Lord directs him to do. President Kauwe is interested in the future of this school as he receives prophetic guidance." Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcas...

Elder Jeffrey R. Holland speaks at President John S.K. Kauwe III's inauguration.  Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/byu-hawaii-devotionals-speeches--6571006/support . Visit byuh.edu to learn more.

This episode examines the dedication and dedicatory prayer for The Aloha Center offered January 25th, 1973 by Marion G. Romney at Church College of Hawaii, now known as BYU–Hawaii. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/byu-hawaii-devotionals-speeches--6571006/support . Visit byuh.edu to learn more.

This episode examines the dedicatory prayer offered by President David O. McKay at the founding of the Church College of Hawaii in 1955, now known as BYU–Hawaii. The prayer outlines a prophetic vision for the school’s role in promoting education, spiritual growth, and international peace. Historical context and key excerpts highlight the lasting impact of McKay’s words on the institution and its g...

This episode examines the dedicatory prayer offered by President David O. McKay at the founding of the Church College of Hawaii in 1955, now known as BYU–Hawaii. The prayer outlines a prophetic vision for the school’s role in promoting education, spiritual growth, and international peace. Historical context and key excerpts highlight the lasting impact of McKay’s words on the institution and its g...