Stories Told
Elder Quentin L. Cook told several pioneer stories as he spoke. Tell us one of them.
Handcart pioneers, Brigham Young sending people to rescue the Martin/Willie handcart companies, saints in England rejoice at handcart plan, etc.
Elder Ronald A. Rasband reminded us that the Lord's work is hastening. He then invited us to look at how we spend _____ _______.
our time
President Eyring spoke about strengthening our relationship with Jesus Christ. What is one Doctrinal Mastery that teaches us about how a close relationship with the Savior can bless us?
Ex: D&C 6:36 - Look unto me in every thought, doubt not, fear not.
D&C 8:2-3 - I will tell you by Holy Ghost...
Ether 12:27 - Weak things become strong...
Sis. Camille Johnson encouraged us to be ______-______ in following Jesus Christ.
Sis. Camille Johnson encouraged us to be WHOLE-HEARTED in following Jesus Christ.
Elder Dale G. Renlund spoke of preparing for the Second Coming. He shared 3 parables. Name one!
-Parable of 10 Virgins
- Parable of Sheep and Goats
-Parable of Talents
Elder S. Mark Palmer spoke about a willow tree that tipped over in a storm. What happened next?
Neighbor counseled to stand it up, cut back all the branches, and care for it. It was able to take root and regrow.
Elder Dieter F. Uctdorf spoke about becoming one and building Zion. He said we can be of one heart and one mind, but still will be ....?
Different in many ways.
President Steven J. Lund (YM Gen Pres) spoke about the powers, ordinances, and duties of the Aaronic Priesthood. Where can you find a Doctrinal Mastery about this?
Doctrine and Covenants 13:1
"The Aaronic Priesthood “holds the keys of the ministering of angels, and of the gospel of repentance, and of baptism.”
President Lund said that last January __________ young men were ordained to a priesthood office. What number goes in the blank?
President Lund said that last January 100,000 young men were ordained to a priesthood office.
Name two places new temples were announced.
Mexico, Peru, Uruguay, Brazil, Portugal, Nigeria, Phillipines, New Caledonia, Australia, Idaho, Arizona, South Dakota, South Carolina, Utah, Virginia.
While speaking about the challenges of mortality, Elder Jeffrey R. Holland told two stories. Name one.
-Toddler biting sibling, and being bit (learn to understand what it felt like)
-Deacon with physical disabilities, who wanted to pass sacrament to his Bishop (dad), and how hard he worked to do it.
Elder D. Todd Christofferson invited us to look at four ways we worship Heavenly Father and Jesus Christ. Name one of these ways.
1. By our actions.
2. By our attitudes and feelings.
3. By our exclusivity (no idols before God).
4. By emulating them, becoming like them.
Elder James Rasband of the 70 spoke about the ways the merciful Lord is revealed in the Book of Mormon. He talked about Moroni's promise. Name that Doctrinal Mastery passage.
Moroni 10:4-5 "Ask with a sincere heart, with real intent..."
Elder Gary E. Stevenson promised us that as we follow the First Presidency's counsel to celebrate the _________ season, we will strengthen our relationship with Jesus Christ.
Elder Gary E. Stevenson promised us that as we follow the First Presidency's counsel to celebrate the EASTER season, we will strengthen our relationship with Jesus Christ.
Sunday was the anniversary of the organization of the Church. How many years ago was it organized?
195!
Elder Patrick Kearon told a story of a special birthday gift he received when he was 7, in his talk about gifts from God. What was the gift he received?
A toy car from the movie Chitty Chitty Bang Bang. (His father got it for him on a work trip to England, they were living in Arabia at the time.)
President Nelson focused his remarks largely on two topics. Name one.
Charity and Virtue
Elder David A. Bednar spoke of the organization of the church and events of the restoration. What Doctrinal Mastery passage did he quote?
Joseph Smith-History 1:15-20.
Bishop Gerrard Causse said the Lord loves us, no matter the challenges we face. Whether here, or in eternity, God will provide ____________ __________ because He is just and merciful.
Bishop Gerrard Causse said the Lord loves us, no matter the challenges we face. Whether here, or in eternity, God will provide COMPENSATING BLESSINGS because He is just and merciful.
Elder Steven D. Shumway asked, "Why are we asked to do things far beyond our reach? (callings, life situations, etc)" What was his answer?
To prepare us for the Second Coming of Jesus Christ!
Elder Scott D. Whiting of the 70 told a story about his first campout as a Deacon, and related it to our natural man desire to hide our sins. What happened at his campout?
Trying to fit in with older boys, he got dad's keys, put stick honking horn, locked car, and then hid. Unfortunately he sat on a cactus and then had to go to his father, admit what he did, and get spines removed from his... seat.
President Dallin H. Oaks taught about four things that Heavenly Father has provided to bless us in our return to Him. Name one!
- Light of Christ (know right/wrong)
- Commandments (mark path to happiness)
- Ordinances/Covenants (bring highest blessings)
- Gift of Holy Ghost (Help always with us)
While speaking about not being hard-hearted, Elder Christopher H. Kim referenced this Doctrinal Mastery about putting off the natural man and becoming a saint. Name the reference.
Mosiah 3:19 "Put off the natural man and become a saint through the atonement of Christ the Lord.
Sister Tamara W. Runia said, "Heaven if for people who have been ___________."
"Heaven is for people who have been FORGIVEN."
Elder Patrick Kearon spoke about gifts and gift giving. What is the one gift he invited us to understand and receive more deeply?