Music
What was the first song that was song in all of conference?
How Firm a Foundation
Which two members from the First Presidency and the Quorum of Twelve Apostles were not in attendance for this General Conference?
President Russell M. Nelson and Elder Jeffrey R. Holland
Elder John C. Pingree Jr. of the Seventy taught, “Our need to recognize _____ has never been more important. _____ is critical for us to establish and strengthen our relationship with God, find peace and joy, and reach our divine potential.” Fill in the blanks (same word).
Truth
Elder J. Kimo Esplin of the Seventy told the story of a woman from Okinawa, Japan who survived hiding in a cave during WWII, was taught by sister missionaries, worked to provide for her 5 children after her husband died, and later as a widow did what?
Traveled to the Laie Hawaii Temple to be sealed to her husband and perform the proxy baptism of her deceased mother.
President Russell M. Nelson invited us, “When you are confronted with a dilemma, _____ _________. When tested by temptation,_____ _________. … As you recover from an accident or injury, as I am doing now, _____ _________.” Fill in the blanks (same phrase for each).
Think Celestial
Elder Gerrit W. Gong jokingly said that the term “opening exercises” could lead people to sing what song?
Head, Shoulders, Knees and Toes
How many general sessions were held during this General Conference?
Five
Elder Adilson de Paula Parrella of the Seventy testified, "When we humbly share our testimony of the Lord through our _____ and ______, the Holy Ghost confirms to those with real intent, open hearts and willing minds that Jesus is indeed the Christ." Fill in the blanks.
Words, Actions
Using the stories of Samuel seeing Jesse’s son Eliab and thought he should be the new king, and Annanias who was sent to bless Saul but had heard of Saul’s reputation, Elder Christophe G. Giraud-Carrier taught “The scriptures are full of examples of people passing judgment based on __________ and assumptions. But the Lord saw these judged people in a better way.” Fill in the blank.
Appearance
After returning from a trip to Jerusalem, Sister Emily Belle Freeman, Young Women General President, started paying attention to the conversations people were having about the covenant path. Some people asked why they should walk the path or go to the temple or wear the garment. Sister Freeman’s response was “It depends on what degree of relationship they want to experience with Jesus Christ.” Sister Freeman then invited us all to do what with that relationship?
Invest
Name one of the Primary songs the Tabernacle Choir sang during General Conference.
"I Feel My Savior’s Love,"
"I’m Trying to Be Like Jesus,"
"Tell Me the Stories of Jesus,"
"Teach Me to Walk in the Light"
How did President Nelson speak at General Conference when he was not in attendance?
A pre-recorded video message was played.
Elder Joni L. Koch of the Seventy said, “During this conference, we have heard and will yet hear the unfailing counsel of our prophets and apostles. It’s a perfect occasion to develop ________ and let our strong opinions be swallowed by an even stronger conviction that the Lord does speak through these chosen leaders.” Fill in the blank that was the subject of Elder Koch’s talk.
Humility
Bishop W. Christopher Waddell of the Presiding Bishopric told the story of Ephraim Hanks. He was one of the rescuers of the Martin and Willie Handcart companies. He went around giving healing blessings to many who were sick. To people of those handcart companies Brother Hanks was a ____. Bishop Waddell then talked about the importance of keeping focus on the Savior and not being distracted by worldly ______. Fill in the blanks.
Hero, Heroes
Elder Ulisses Soares taught, “We are all fellow travelers as God’s children, equal in our imperfect state and in our ability to grow. We are invited to ____ ________, peaceably, with our hearts filled with love toward God and all men.”
Fill in the blank.
Walk together
In discussing five principles for “Hallmarks of Happiness,” Elder Gary B. Sabin of the Seventy said one of those principles is to “remember that we are sons and daughters of a loving Heavenly Father.” He then quoted this line from a song in the movie, ‘The Prince of Egypt.’
What was the line?
"Look at your life through heaven’s eyes."
Elder Dieter F. Uchtdorf used the parable of the prodigal son to illustrate how God rejoices when His children enter “the road that leads ____.” Fill in the blank.
Home
Elder D. Todd Christofferson taught, “We tend to think of the _______ authority as applying only to certain temple ordinances, but that authority is necessary to make any ordinance valid and binding beyond death.”
Fill in the blank.
Sealing
Elder Gary B. Sabin of the Seventy told the story of his family getting ready to go to the movies. Everyone was in the van except for his son and wife. It was dark outside and as his son flung open their door he kicked at the cat on their porch. Unfortunately for his son and his wife, who was coming behind, it wasn’t a cat but a skunk! They had to go and take showers. The family became accustomed to the smell and thought they were okay to go to the movies after all. They found out when they sat to watch the movie that they were wrong. Elder Sabin related this experience to us and asked this thought provoking question. What was the question?
What if all our sins had an odor?
Elder Gary E. Stevenson said Latter-day Saints should be gifted, covenant-keeping people. He then shared four guiding principles to assist in inviting and recognizing the promptings of the Spirit.
Name one of those principles.
Stand in holy spaces.
Stand with holy people.
Testify of holy truths.
Listen to the Holy Spirit.
Elder Carlos A. Godoy of the Presidency of the Seventy told about his cab driver, Omar, who sang this song he remembered from when he was little and his family went to church regularly. What was the song?
"I Am a Child of God"
Elder David A. Bednar quoted, “Behold that the more part of them are in the path of their duty, and they do walk circumspectly before God, and they do observe to keep his commandments and his statutes” (Helaman 15:5). He then listed many different people the phrase “in the path of their duty” could describe. Name two.
Those who sit next to people who are alone;
Those who support a companion, parent or child who serves in a Church leadership position;
Those who are humbly returning to God;
Those who yearn to become yoked to the Savior through covenants and ordinances but may be prohibited by factors beyond their control;
Translators and interpreters;
Married couples having children;
Married couples trusting God when righteous desires are not realized; Nursery leaders and Primary teachers;
Children caring for aged parents
Church members who arrive early and stay late to set up;
Individuals who share the gospel.
Elder Robert M. Daines of the Seventy spoke about spiritual ____-_________ or struggling “to see God as a loving Father,” but instead seeing “a thicket of rules”.
Fill in the blanks.
Face-blindness
Elder Joaquin E. Costa of the Seventy shared several stories of members who lost their homes to fires in Chile, a widow who lost her husband as they served in Bolivia, and a young woman in Argentina who lost a leg because of the actions of someone else. He then asked, “What gives Church members the power to go through hard things? What gives them an extra layer of strength to go on when everything seems lost?” What answer did Elder Costa give?
I have found that the source of strength is faith in Jesus Christ.
Brother Jan E. Newman of the Sunday School general presidency stated, “Let us accept the Savior’s invitation and bring our ________ to Him. As we do so, they will see Him. They will feel Him. They will know Him. He will teach them. He will bless them. And oh how He will love them.”
Fill in the blank.
Children