Saturday Stories
Sister Tamara W. Runia detailed a story where her brother took a sculpting class and needed the instructor's help to finish this specific part of his self-sculpture.
What are (the) eyes?
Elder David A. Bednar used an anecdote where this important belonging was smeared and torn, likening making covenants to receiving one of these documents.
What is a passport?
Elder Patrick Kearon jokingly claimed he spoke with this apostle who told him that his talks were just "okay."
Who is President Dieter F. Uchtdorf?
After asking, "why did the temple workers cross the road?", Elder Gerrit W. Gong said this punch line to begin his conference talk.
What is "to help the people on the other side"?
When talking about the blessings of earnestly and intentionally fasting, Elder Soares quoted this doctrinal mastery scripture.
What is Isaiah 58:6-7?
Elder Sean Douglas told of a return missionary who, on the day of his marriage, received this calling which Elder Douglas jokingly referred to as a "wedding gift".
What is Bishop?
To teach about being quick to help and slow to judge, Elder Paul H. Sinclair used an anecdote in which a boy in the primary program had hilarious issues with this article of clothing.
What is a suit coat?
Elder Timothy L. Farnes encountered this apostle of the Lord in the temple, leading him to feel like he could give his "whole soul to the service of the Lord."
Who is President Dallin H. Oaks?
Elder Kevin J. Hathaway shared a story about when his car got hit by these objects that fell off a construction truck.
What are tires?
In this doctrinal mastery scripture which pairs well with General Conference, it is said that God will reveal his secrets to his servants, the prophets.
What is Amos 3:7?
Elder Hutch U. Fale began his talk with this six-word statement which is also the title of a well-known Latter-day Saint hymn.
What is "I am a child of God"?
Sister Rosemary K. Chibota shared a story from her life when a man of this profession expressed gratitude for her daughter who saw him for who he was and knew him by name.
What is a janitor? (also accept custodian)
Elder Edward Dube shared the story of how then-Elder Dallin H. Oaks visited his mission and told them to take down a sign that had this warning on it.
What is "No trespassing, violators will be prosecuted"?
Elder Michael A. Dunn punnily remarked that he got the world's first "TED Talk" while participating in this activity.
What is running an ultramarathon?
To inspire us to do our part as children in strengthening families, Elder Jeremiah J. Morgan used this doctrinal mastery scripture.
What is Malachi 4:5-6?
Elder Gérald Caussé shared of a day when, around eighteen years ago, this now-deceased apostle called him and his wife to extend him a call to serve in the quorum of the seventy.
Who was President Thomas S. Monson?
Elder Jeremiah J. Morgan affirmed that this is the fulfillment of "the greatest promise God made."
What is the Atonement of Jesus Christ?
The quote "God does notice us and watches over us, but it is usually through another person that He meets our needs," which was said by this 20th-century Church leader, was shared in two consecutive talks in the Sunday morning session by Sister Rosemary K. Chibota and President Henry B. Eyring.
Who is President Spencer W. Kimball?
Elder Clark G. Gilbert amplified the 5 Principles of Standing for Truth and Love in his talk, which were originally shared by this famous apostle in an Ensign College devotional at which Elder Gilbert also spoke.
Who is President Dallin H. Oaks?
When talking about treating everyone with Christlike love, Elder Ronald A. Rasband emphasized relying on and trusting the Holy Ghost and the Savior by quoting this well-known scripture, the youth theme from 2022 and a doctrinal mastery from last spring.
What is Proverbs 3:5-6?
President D. Todd Christofferson referenced a humorous quote attributed to this man of few words who is most well-known for being our 30th President.
Who was President Calvin Coolidge?
Elder Christian C. Chigbundu named these four habits that, when done consistently and intentionally, "defend against the tactics of the devil."
What are scripture study, prayer, partaking of the sacrament, and honoring covenants?
Elder Quentin L. Cook mentioned seeing the same stone engraving of "What e'er thou art, act well thy part" in the British Isles that deeply inspired this prophet as a young missionary.
Who is President David O. McKay?
These two general authorities/officers who spoke at conference also played football for BYU. Name at least one of them.
Who are Elder Gabriel W. Reid and/or Elder Vaiangina "Vai" Sikahema?
President Henry B. Eyring bore yet another powerful witness of how trials are for our good, expressing how his reliance on God through trials, a principle found in this doctrinal mastery scripture, has given him hope and comfort.
What is Isaiah 53:3-5?