The Liberty Missouri Stake is launching Self-Reliance courses this fall to help members and friends become more self-reliant and strengthen their faith in Jesus Christ. These courses offer practical skills and spiritual growth, empowering participants to handle life’s challenges with greater confidence.

“The Lord has declared, ‘It is my purpose to provide for my saints.’ This revelation promises temporal blessings and unlocks self-reliance – our ability to provide for ourselves and our families.” – First Presidency of the Church

The Liberty Stake Presidency emphasizes the importance of self-reliance, both spiritually and practically, through covenants with Jesus Christ. All are invited to participate and increase their spiritual and practical skills.

Participants will learn to exercise greater faith, prioritize their time, gain an eternal perspective, and improve their capacity for success.

Since 2017, over 660 adults and 200 youth have completed a Self-Reliance course, reporting overwhelmingly positive experiences. Participants value the connections made with their action partners, felt the influence of the Holy Ghost, deepened their relationship with Jesus Christ, and gained valuable life tools.

Participant Testimonials:

• “I obtained a greater understanding of relying on the Lord and gained a more personal sense of His ability to help me in all things, including my finances.”
  
  
• “I did indeed receive the answers I was seeking. The Self-Reliance course was a catalyst for me to take action on inspiration and receive help from the Lord.”
  
  
• A youth participant shared that the Emotional Resilience course helped her to deepen her testimony of Jesus Christ, learn life skills, and develop deep friendships.

Course Information:

The Stake Self-Reliance Committee has been actively promoting the Initiative and training facilitators. Last year, they supported over 200 members in various courses.

Fall 2025 Course Offerings:

• Adults: Finding Strength in the Lord: Emotional Resilience, Personal Finances, Starting and Growing My Business.
• Youth: Finding Strength in the Lord: Emotional Resilience and Personal Finances.

Groups will meet at various locations, including the Liberty Stake Center, the Clayview building, and facilitator homes. Courses run for 10-12 weeks, from September 14, 2025, to December 13, 2025.

Get Involved for Greater Personal Joy and Growth:

Sign up for Self-Reliance courses using the Church’s online QuickReg system.

For more information, contact a member of the Stake Self-Reliance Committee: Aaron Untch, Adrianna Fletcher, Amanda Backenstoss, Elliot Seibold, Jeff Barnes, or Lorin or Jo Anne Walker.