For the Strength of Youth
Where Can I Find Hope When Someone I Love Passes Away?
For the Strength of Youth July 2025

Where Can I Find Hope When Someone I Love Passes Away?

young man

When my dad passed away, the thing that helped me the most was my faith in Jesus. Before my family joined the church, we were Catholics. I didn’t like to go to church, but my mom was super faithful. After my dad passed away, I remember my mom saying she didn’t want to believe anymore.

My mom had a friend who was a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, and he brought the missionaries into our home. We had lessons together and started going to church. I started to believe in Jesus and God and my faith started to grow. Even though my father had died, I had faith that we will someday see him again. We can live together in heaven because of Jesus Christ.

Jesus Christ is always there for you. When you feel sad or worried or you’re having a bad day, you can turn to Him because He loves you. He will fight for you.

Simone C., age 18, Vilnius, Lithuania

Enjoys playing water polo, volleyball, and the accordion.