Ensign College Devotionals

In this devotional, Sister Kusch teaches that every individual is known and deeply loved by God. Through personal experiences and heartfelt insights, she reminds students that trusting the Lord leads to a life greater than we could ever plan for ourselves. This devotional took place in Salt Lake City, Utah on May 5th 2026. 👉 Interested in applying to Ensign College, click here: ⁠https://www.ensig...

In this devotional, President Kusch shares the concept of the “Light of Ensign,” describing the Light of Christ as a powerful influence that brings truth, clarity, and strength into our lives. He teaches that as students focus on becoming disciples, their lives will be filled with light that not only strengthens them, but also impacts those around them. This devotional took place in Salt Lake City...

Ensign College's goal is to quickly and economically prepare you with the industry knowledge and workplace skills today’s hiring managers are seeking. Our targeted certificates and degrees give you the fundamental critical thinking, communication, leadership, and technical skills, along with the hands-on expertise to excel in your field. And as always, we’ll help you continue to progress toward be...

Jeff Morrin graduated from Brigham Young University with a bachelor's and master's degree in business administration. Jeff is currently the administration vice president and chief financial officer at BYU-Pathway Worldwide. He also worked as the university resources vice president at BYU-Idaho. Prior to working for the Church Educational System of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, h...

Elder K. Brett Nattress was sustained as a General Authority Seventy of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints on April 2, 2016. At the time of his call, he had been serving as president of the Arizona Gilbert Mission. Elder Nattress has served in numerous Church callings, including full-time missionary in the California Sacramento Mission, ward Young Men president, bishop, stake Young Me...

Sister Laurie Jones grew up in Midland, Michigan. She attended Brigham Young University where she earned a Bachelor’s degree in Clothing and Textiles. She worked for many years as an Administrative Assistant. She has served in the Relief Society, Primary, and Young Women organizations as well as Seminary Teacher, Self Reliance specialist and Ward Missionary. Sister Jones is serving with her husban...

Shima Baradaran Baughman grew up in Goshen, New York after leaving Iran as a child refugee with her family. She attended Brigham Young University where she earned a Bachelor’s degree in Sociology. She received a law degree at BYU Law School and clerked on the Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals for Judge Jay S. Bybee. She served as a Fulbright Senior Scholar in Malawi then taught law at BYU and the Uni...

Jodi Chowen earned a doctorate degree in Educational Leadership from Brigham Young University in which she studied college student thriving. She oversaw Career Services, Academic Internships, and Experiential Learning at BYU for more than a decade. She has taught student development and religion classes for several years, and is a certified Gallup Strengths coach. Sister Chowen worked at BYU-Hawai...

Arnulfo Valenzuela Realivasquez was born in Chihuahua, Mexico. He has had many opportunities to serve in the Church including a full-time mission in Veracruz, Mexico, as bishop, counselor in a stake presidency, counselor in a mission presidency, and as an Area Seventy. Elder Valenzuela received a bachelor’s degree and master's degree in business administration and worked for Honeywell de Mexico, S...

Elder Richard J. Maynes was sustained as a General Authority Seventy of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in April 1997 and given Emeritus status in October 2020. Elder Maynes previously served as the Executive Director of the Family History Department and as an assistant executive director in both the Priesthood and Family Department and the Missionary Department. He has also served...

Sarah Jane Weaver is the editor of the Deseret News and the executive editor of the Church News.  Since 1995, she has traveled the globe writing about leaders and members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Sarah graduated from Brigham Young University with a degree in journalism and history and received a professional certificate in executive leadership from Stanford University Gr...

Elder Edward B. Rowe was sustained as a General Authority Seventy of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints at the April 2025 general conference. At the time of his call, he had been serving as a member of the Twelfth Quorum of the Seventy in the Utah Area. Elder Rowe has served in a number of Church callings, including full-time missionary in the Florida Ft. Lauderdale Mission, elder quo...

Sharon Eubank was born in Redding, California. She served as a full-time missionary for the Church in the Finland Helsinki Mission and received a bachelor’s degree in English from Brigham Young University. After graduation, she taught English as a second language in Japan, worked as a legislative aide in the U.S. Senate and owned a retail education store in Provo, Utah. Sister Eubank served as fir...

President Bruce C. Kusch became the 13th president of Ensign College on April 17, 2017. He previously served as the Chief Academic Officer from March 2016 until assuming his current role. President Kusch began his Church Educational System service in August 2002, joining the Business Management Faculty at Brigham Young University-Idaho. While there, he also served as the Associate Academic Vice Pr...

An address given by Elder James Taylor , delivered on December 2, 2025, at the MPR at Ensign College in Salt Lake City, Utah. In this message, Elder James Taylor reflects on what it means to be both “nothing” and “everything” in the eyes of God, inviting listeners to better understand their divine worth and their relationship with Jesus Christ.

An address given by Sister Tracy Y. Browning , delivered on November 18, 2025, at the Little Theater in the Conference Center in Salt Lake City. In her message Meeting the Savior at the Well , Sister Tracy Y. Browning invites students to discover how Christ still meets us in ordinary moments—just as He met the woman at the well, who did not recognize Him at first. She teaches that Jesus Christ is...

An address given by Hank Smith , delivered on November 11, 2025, at the Little Theater in the Conference Center in Salt Lake City. Discover what The Righteousness of Your Redeemer truly means for your personal discipleship. This message explores how Christ’s perfect righteousness can transform daily life, give power beyond personal effort, and invite us to rely fully on Him.

What it really means to be “doers of the word” through charity, virtue, and daily discipleship.

An address given by Elder Kim B. Clark , delivered on October 28, 2025, at the Little Theater in the Conference Center in Salt Lake City. In this reflection, Elder Kim B. Clark explores agency, growth, and the way Christ teaches us to learn deeply, especially in an age shaped by artificial intelligence.

In this episode of the Ensign College Devotional Podcast, explore how education and discipleship come together to prepare you for meaningful service. “Your Ensign Moment” reminds us that every lesson learned and every act of faith can strengthen our ability to lead, serve, and uplift others through Christ.

An address given by Danny Ricks, BYU Idaho Religious Studies delivered September 30, 2025, at Ensig College.

Linda Campbell was born in Atlanta, Georgia, but has called Bountiful, Utah, home for most of her life. She worked in the mortgage industry until 2010, when she paused her career to raise her children. She returned to the workforce in 2022, joining Ensign College, where she now serves as Manager of Talent Acquisition in Human Resources—a role she loves for the chance it gives her to connect with p...

Steven J. Lund served as Young Men General President from April 2020 to August 2025. His past Church assignments have included service as a member of the Young Men general board, Area Seventy, mission president in the Georgia Atlanta Mission (2003–2006), coordinator of the Provo City Center Temple Dedication Committee, and full-time missionary in the Netherlands Amsterdam Mission. President Lund r...

President Bruce C. Kusch became the 13th president of Ensign College on April 17, 2017. He previously served as the Chief Academic Officer from March 2016 until assuming his current role. President Kusch began his Church Educational System service in August 2002, joining the Business Management Faculty at Brigham Young University-Idaho. While there, he also served as the Associate Academic Vice Pr...

Sister Alynda Kusch is a graduate of BYU-Idaho. Following her graduation, she taught for the BYU-I Culinary Arts department until she and President Kusch left for their missionary service in Mexico. She currently serves as a Sunday School teacher in her ward. Both President and Sister Kusch were born and raised in Southern California. They were married in the Los Angeles Temple and are the parents...