What's This?
President Emily Belle Freeman - “As you spend time in 'this' you will begin to realize this is not just a guide for standards, this is a guide for strength.”
For the Strength of Youth Guidebook
What were the two types of love that Elder Causse talked about?
Each and All
1. divine love that encompasses everyone
2. personal love that knows each one of us individually
How have you seen these types of God's love in your life?
President Oaks told a story about feeling inspired to call upon a women to give a talk during a Stake Conference. What is the story she shared?
This woman spoke of her experience as a nurse caring for a patient whom she described as “the most repulsive man” she had ever met, who did everything he could to make life miserable for the nurses.
One evening, after hearing a loud crash from this man’s room, she was shocked to find that he had fallen out of bed and was “thrashing about in a pool of broken glass, liquid and blood.”
“In that moment, a profound change came over her,” President Oaks recalled. “She felt an almost electric current of love from our Heavenly Father to this man. She saw him as a child of God. … She testified that being brought to see a despised enemy like this as a child of God was one of the great spiritual experiences of her life.”
President Oaks said this was a lesson he needed to learn about God’s love for all His children.
“[Enduring to the end] also is His promise of what we may become if we truly are possessed of the pure love of Christ.”
Elder David A. Bednar
Which apostle talked about a Disney Princess?
Elder Gerald Causse
Elder Rasband "Those glorious words ‘_______’ have sparked religious ceremony, gratitude, faith in Jesus Christ and [His] promises for centuries.”
He is risen.
What group of people did President Uchtdorf talk about when focusing on the Christ's resurrection?
Mary and the other women who saw Him first.
The first witnesses of the world’s greatest event, Mary and her friends, learned for themselves the glorious truth of Christ’s Resurrection.
“We must do the same. We must encounter the empty tomb, experience the reality of what it means and in turn share that witness with others. …
“We did not see what she and the other women saw. But we can ask ourselves: What have we seen, felt or experienced? Shall we not, therefore, become witnesses of Jesus Christ? Shall we not share our love for Him with others?"
What story did Elder Renlund tell to emphasize the importance of focusing on one thing - Jesus Christ?
His poodle, Lady, that gave up when chasing two balls.
“Not all matters are of equal value, and maintaining an eternal perspective helps us prioritize the things that are of greatest value.
“Focusing on the Savior, His infinite Atonement and what He has done for us will bring joy and clarity into our lives, no matter how many other concerns we have.”
“In my 74 years, there are only a few experiences where nearly every emotion and feeling are solidly cemented in my conscious mind. One of the most poignant is as I knelt across the altar from [redacted] in a holy temple of God.”
Elder Neil L. Anderson talking about his sealing to his wife Kathy.
What was your favorite talk?
Everyone gets points!
Elder Clark quoted President Oaks and shared "You live in a season that the adversary is so effective in ____ _____ that if you don’t have the ___ ____, you will be deceived"
disguising truth, Holy Ghost
DAILY DOUBLE:
What did Elder Stevenson compare God's children to in his talk?
luggage, handle with care
“In a reverent way, I wonder what it is like for a loving Heavenly Father to send His most precious belongings, His children, away from their heavenly home, knowing they must pass through challenges of mortality. I suppose His great comfort is knowing that they do not travel alone.”
As a young lawyer Elder Edward B Rowe was involved in a border dispute between countries that had been at war. What was the message of this story?
To stay safe, he had to follow Winta, an experienced guide. “I was literally to follow in Winta’s footsteps.”
As much as Winta’s guidance was needed then, “I need Jesus Christ to be my guide through life’s journey amidst its spiritual land mines. All of us do.”
“Acquiring the character of Christ is one of the most important ways we take His name upon us.”
President D. Todd Christofferson
Name at least 5 of the 8 groupings that were invited to stand for the solemn assembly.
The First Presidency.
Members of the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles.
General Authority Seventies, Area Seventies and members of the Presiding Bishopric.
Ordained patriarchs, high priests and elders.
Members of the Relief Society — all women 18 years of age and older.
All those holding only the Aaronic Priesthood — all ordained priests, teachers and deacons.
Young women girls, including those who are turning 12 this year to those 18 years old.
The entire Church membership, wherever located, including children and all of those who previously stood.
Sister Yee counseled us to pause to choose ___ over something.
someone
“When we pause, and choose to care for someone over something, His Spirit and love can enter in, and we can receive the peace and perspective that we really need.”
Which of Jesus Christ's names did Elder Soares focus on when he encouraged us to "abide in Christ?"
The True Vine
“In a world of many voices, remaining connected to the True Vine is not merely desirable; it is essential to our spiritual survival.”
What Bible story did Elder Gong focus on in his talk entitled "Abide with Me; ’Tis Eastertide?"
Disciples on the road to Emmaus
“The role of Elijah in restoring the priesthood keys of the sealing power is crucial in our journey of returning to our Father as a covenant people.”
Elder Quentin L. Cook
What is the meaning of the surname Matswagothata?
Bonus Points if you can name the speaker with the coolest surname this conference.
“Getting out of a difficult situation” or someone who can do hard things.
Bonus points: Brian J Holmes (this was just a joke)
President Oaks - “Today we might say that we are commanded to love our _______. All mortals are beloved children of God.”
Adversaries
Following these teachings of the Savior does not mean surrendering one’s values, but seeking to live peaceably and lovingly with others who do not share such values and do not have the same covenant obligations. "This balancing is not easy." How can we balance these teachings?
President Oaks - “Truly, Jesus Christ is __ ___ to peace in this world and eternal life in the world to come."
The Way
Elder Wunderli shared a story about hiking with his son. What was the story? (300 points)
"Jesus Christ is not the ___, he is the ___." (200 points)
Son who carried picture of Jesus in backpack
weight, relief
“In times of fear, tragedy, danger, trouble or illness, people often turn to God in prayer. His Beloved Son, Jesus Christ, in whose name we pray, He lives, He knows us, watches over us and cares for us.”
President Henry B. Eyring
What painting did Elder Gilbert show during his talk "Come Home"?
Pioneer Mother Beckoning Her Children - Minerva Teichert