Elder Cook tells young adults to 'be a light,' reject division
November 1, 2026 at 10:02 PM MT · via newsroom.churchofjesuschrist.org · Summarized by Mormon News from original reporting
Elder Quentin L. Cook delivered a devotional address to young adults at BYU-Hawaii on November 1, encouraging them to be "lights and peacemakers" and follow Jesus Christ while rejecting anonymity and division in their communities.
The address, broadcast to young adults worldwide, emphasized faithful discipleship and strengthening communities through Christ-centered living. The Church Newsroom published the full text of the remarks.
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