La Jolla
UCSD / USD / MESA
9527 La Jolla Farms Road, La Jolla, CA 92037
Office: 858-452-7256 Director: 858-529-7822
9527 La Jolla Farms Road, La Jolla, CA 92037
Office: 858-452-7256 Director: 858-529-7822
Welcome to the La Jolla Institute of Religion!
Monday 12 pm | 390RA - Preparing for Come Follow Me (Townsend)
Join us for a unique, forward-looking study of the Old Testament through the 2026 Come, Follow Me schedule. Each week, we will discuss the upcoming scripture block to help you prepare more deeply for personal and family study. Come strengthen your understanding of the Old Testament, discover Jesus Christ on every page, and apply eternal truths in your daily life.
Tuesday 7 pm | 275B – Teachings and Doctrines of the Book of Mormon B (Townsend)
Discover the healing and strengthening truths of the Book of Mormon. This course will help you increase your testimony and faith in Heavenly Father and Jesus Christ.
Wednesday 11:15 am (Zoom) | 290B – The Divine Gift of Forgiveness (Smith)
Learn about the power of Jesus Christ’s Atonement through Elder Neil L. Andersen’s teachings. Elder and Sister Smith invite you to join this online class to deepen your understanding of forgiveness and grace.
Wednesday 12 pm | 390RA - Preparing for Come Follow Me (Townsend)
Repeat of Monday's class for students who prefer Wednesday.
Wednesday 6 pm | 293B – Every Family Has a Story: What’s Yours? (Intro to Family History) (Deem)
This course introduces the doctrines and principles of family history and temple work. You’ll learn how to identify ancestors and participate in the Lord’s work of salvation.
Wednesday 7 pm | 280B – Answering My Gospel Questions (Smith)
Explore gospel questions in an open, Christ-centered way. Through scripture, prophetic teachings, and discussion, you will strengthen faith and build testimony.
Thursday 11:30 am | 333B – Teachings of the Living Prophets A (Townsend)
Study the teachings of living prophets and apostles and learn how revelation guides the Church today. Gain greater appreciation for prophetic succession and continuing revelation.
Thursday 12 pm (Mesa College) | 211A – The Gospels (Matthew, Mark, Luke, John) Interest Only
Please sign up for this class if you would like to attend. It will be held in the Family Services building next to campus. We will contact those that sign up with updates on when the class will begin.
YSA Ward FHE Most Monday Evenings @ 7 pm
Open Game Night Every Friday 4 pm - 9 pm
Carpool to Church Every Sunday @ 10 am
Come join us—we’d love to learn with you!
Sis. Darlene Raymond
Administrative Assistant
Jamie & Greg Townsend
We’re grateful to have Bro. Greg Townsend serving as the Director of the La Jolla Institute of Religion. During his tenure, students and staff alike are blessed by his dynamic, friendly, and deeply personable teaching style.
Bro. Townsend is renowned for his kindness, love for others, and remarkable knowledge of the gospel. His classes are filled with meaningful discussion, laughter, and a strong spiritual focus that helps students feel the Savior’s love and better understand His gospel.