Saturday Morning Session
What is The Lord's prophet's primary role?
"To lead and teach us about the Saviour"
- messenger of God, however primary responsibility is to bear witness of Christ
Name three General Authority seventies sustained recently
1. Steven R. Bangerter
2. Matthew L. Carpenter
3. Jack N. Gerard
4. Mathias Held
5. David P. Homer
6. Kyle S. McKay
7. Juan Pablo Villar
8. Takashi Wada
Who gave the talk Pure Love: The True Sign of Every True Disciple of Jesus Christ?
Elder Massimo De Feo
How many talks were given in the Sunday afternoon session?
9
What is the new term replaced for home and visiting teaching?
Ministering
What must we do to attain knowledge and understanding we wish to seek?
Be obedient, express gratitude (through prayer) for every blessing and honour His time
From the 'Handbook 2' as mentioned by Sister Oscarson, what are we in our wards expected to do with regards to the work of salvation?
Member missionary work, convert retention, activation of less-active members, temple and family history work, and teaching the gospel.
How is the Spirit to dwell with us? (D&C 20:77)
If we always remember Him and keep his commandments
What does Elder Jeffrey R. Holland want us to take out of general conference?
For all of us to be more deeply committed to heartfelt care for one another motivated by the pure love of Christ.
Who are the two new Quorum of the Twelve Apostles called?
Elder Gerritt W. Gong & Elder Ulisses Soares
“You are a child of God. He is the father of your spirit. Spiritually you are of noble birth, the offspring of the King of Heaven... You are a child of God" Who quoted this?
Elder Brian K Taylor
What did The Lord tell Abraham in the scripture Abraham 2:9-11?
The Lord told Abraham that through his seed and through the priesthood, all the families of the earth would be blessed “with the blessings of the Gospel, … even of life eternal”
What is the scripture reference of “by small and simple things are bought to pass”? And what was the example President Dallin H. Oaks gave?
Alma 37:6
Thick strong concrete sidewalk cracked by slow and small growth of the roots of a tree
Just like attendance of institute classes, although small and simple, over time they result in powerful spiritual uplift and growth.
What is the motivation behind 'true ministering' and how can we make it effective?
~ Sister Jean B. Bingham Talk
Motivation: Love
Effective: Consider what their needs are with a desire to serve
What is one of the significant news announced by President Nelson in regards to high priests and elders quorums?
He announced that the ward (or branch) high priests group and elders quorum will now be combined into one elders quorum.
What metaphor did Elder Lynn G. Robbins use in his talk for not establishing limits on forgiveness?
Seventy times Seven (Matthew 18:21-22)
What are 3 blessings Elder Renlund has expressed with regards to family history and temple work?
Increased understanding of the Savior, influence of the Holy Ghost, faith, ability and motivation to learn and repent. Increased refining influences in our hearts; Increased joy of family blessings, love and appreciation for ancestors and living relatives, so we no longer feel alone; Increased power to discern that which needs healing , protection from temptations, assistance to mend broken hearts.
Obedience can mean either of the following: to move quickly, prepare, or wait in patience for inspiration. TRUE OR FALSE
True
"Behold the man" was the talk and figurative speech thoroughly addressed by Elder Dieter F. Uchtdorf. Where is this passage found?
John 19:5
Approximately what is the total church membership worldwide?
16 million (16,118,169)
What is the term for the period of time between the death of a prophet and the reorganisation of the First Presidency?
Apostolic Interregnum
What are the five opportunities we have to teach our children in homes?
Family home evening
Family prayer
On-call teaching
Family scripture study
Through example
List at least two parts of Elder Zivic’s formula to help us endure to the end.
1. Pray daily and read the scriptures.
2. Weekly, partake of the sacrament with a broken heart and a contrite spirit.
3. Pay tithing and or monthly fast offering.
4. Every two years renew our temple recommends.
5. Throughout our whole lives, serve in the work of the Lord.
What does the Prophet Russell M. Nelson want us to do with the messages of conference?
Study them frequently and repeatedly - even for the next six months
How many new temples were announced to be built? And name three places where they will be located.
7
Locations:
Salta, Argentina
Bengaluru, India
Managua Nicaragua
Cagayan de Oro, Philippines
Layton, Utah
Richmond, Virginia
Major city yet to be determined in Russia