Church News Elder Clark G. Gilbert on the expansive Church Educational System and the power of involving the Lord in learning
Feb 20, 2024
Elder Clark G. Gilbert serves as a General Authority Seventy and commissioner of Church education, overseeing an expansive Church Educational System. He discusses the vital role of education as a spiritual duty in empowering individuals. The conversation features transformative initiatives like BYU Pathway, highlighting its impressive growth in Africa. Gilbert shares inspiring stories of students achieving remote jobs and the impact of faith-driven education on personal transformation, community engagement, and leadership development.
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CES Priorities
- The Church Educational System (CES) has four priorities: unity, BYU Pathway integration, seminary/institute expansion, and spiritual leadership.
- Each CES institution has a unique focus, contributing to a unified system with distinct strengths.
Africa Trip
- Elder Gilbert's recent trip to Africa highlighted the growth, gratitude, and grace within the Church there.
- BYU Pathway's growth in Africa is significant, with over 20,000 students, making it the third-largest church school if considered a separate institution.
Chidi's Story
- In Lagos, Nigeria, Elder Gilbert met a student named Chidi who found remote work through BYU Pathway.
- Chidi's success demonstrates how the program equips students with skills and connects them with opportunities, enabling them to earn a living wage.