Quotes
This Apostle said: “The unity we seek is not to have everyone stand in the same place; it is to have everyone face in the same direction—toward Jesus Christ. We are one not because of where we’ve been but where we are striving to go, not because of who we are but who we seek to become.”
Who is Elder Dieter F. Uchtdorf?
The invitation to do this is an expression of God’s love. Saying yes to that invitation is an expression of [our love]. Your [acting on the invitation] doesn’t burden Jesus Christ; it brightens His joy.
What is repentance?
Elder Dieter F. Uchtdorf explained that these two Christlike behaviors (name one of the two) are critical as members of the church, and are one of the most important things for new members to experience when they visit for the first time.
What are love and unity?
He told a story of a newly ordained Deacon passing the Sacrament to teach the principle that we need to humble ourselves “as little children” to “enter into the kingdom of heaven.”
Who is Elder Jeffrey R Holland?
This parable was repeated by four speakers.
What is the parable of the 10 Virgins? (Oaks, Sister Johnson, Elder Roman, Elder Renlund)
This Apostle taught that “We worship by joining in prayer; we worship by singing hymns (not just listening to but singing the hymns); we worship by instructing and learning from one another.”
Who is Elder Christofferson?
This Apostle extended an invitation “to receive, either for the first time or to a greater extent than ever before, the magnificent realization that you truly are God’s beloved child.”
Who is Elder Kearon?
Elder Stevenson reminded us of the challenge from the First Presidency to move to a higher and holier celebration of Easter. Elder Stevenson gave these examples of worthy activities that a stake, ward or family can participate in to make Easter a sacred and holy occasion. (Name one)
What is (are): one hour Sacrament meeting on Easter, devotionals and activities on Palm Sunday and during Holy Week, interfaith choirs/multidenominational Easter events, worship at home as families (i.e., Easter play), and Christ-centered decorations?
The story referred to in Elder Kearon’s talk.
What is the Chitty Chitty Bang Bang story?
The item a customs officer found in Lesa Stevenson’s passport when coming back from a long overseas assignment.
What is a picture of Jesus Christ?
In the dedicatory prayer of the Kirtland Temple, Joseph Smith prayed that “when thy servants shall go out from” this place, “to bear testimony of thy name,” the “hearts” of “all people” would “be softened.”
What is the temple? (See D&C 109:55-56) (Elder Rasband the Younger)
Our love may comfort and inspire [our children}, but Their love can sanctify, exalt, and heal [our children].
Who are Heavenly Father and Jesus Christ?
President Nelson told us that if we have these two things our confidence can wax strong in the presence of God.
What are charity and virtue?
Elder Quentin L. Cook compared the Lord’s rescue of our souls to the story of this historic early pioneer event.
What is the rescue of the Martin and Willie handcart companies?
Sis. Runia spoke about how your worth isn’t tied to obedience. Your worth is constant; it never changes. It was given to you by God, and there is nothing you or anyone else can do to change it. She reminds us that this is great in the sight of God.
What is your worth?
Elder Sergio R. Vargas used these aquatic animals to teach: “Deep inside each of us is a desire to return to our heavenly home, and Jesus Christ is our heavenly guidance system.”
What are Salmon?
This Apostle said that “The word reverence can be traced to the Latin verb revereri, which means to “stand in awe of.” So, reverence is awe.
Who is Ulisses Soares?
This Apostle warned us “as sophisticated as modern technology has become, it simply cannot simulate the wonder, awe, and amazement found in the kind of reverence born from the influence of the Holy Ghost. As followers of Christ, we need to be careful not to weaken our connection with God and His Son by using AI-generated content and images inappropriately.”
Who is Elder Soares?
After relating a story about a young women who, upon learning she had become pregnant, decided to not abort the pregnancy, this Apostle taught: “Nurturing and protecting life that is yet unborn is not a political position. It is a moral law confirmed by the Lord through is prophets.”
Who is Elder Neil L. Andersen?
The second speaker at conference.
Who is Camille Johnson?
To help us prepare to meet the Savior, this Apostle invited us “to follow Jesus Christ and to trust the Holy Ghost as you would a cherished friend.”
Who is Elder Dale G. Renlund?
The Lord provided this “cluster of divine directions” in the scriptures to help us choose what is right.
What are commandments, ordinances, and covenants? (President Oaks)
Two years ago, President Nelson asked us to become this. A charge that was repeated in this April Conference.
What is to become peacemakers?
Elder Palmer related a story about this species of tree that fell over in his yard. The story was used as an analog in his talk entitled “Return unto me . . . that I may heal you.”
What is a willow tree?
Three major areas where the Lord is “hastening His work” according to Elder Rasband.
What are Temple Building, Missionary Work, and Church Education?