Last Sunday, September 28, I awoke to the sad news that the President of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints passed away. President Nelson just celebrated his 101st birthday less than 3 weeks prior to his passing. So, it wasn’t a huge surprise but as someone I respect and appreciate for his wisdom and teaching, it was still a rather somber morning as I prepared to attend church. But because my church time is a bit later than typical, I also heard the news of Grand Blanc, Michigan and the tragedy there. Normally, I don’t watch television before church services so that I can keep my mind focused on the Sabbath. Sunday morning though, I couldn’t take my eyes off the screen. While it wasn’t any worse than other horrible tragedies this world is suffering lately, it was more poignant for me.
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General Conference thoughts: The Prophet of God
by Elder Neil L. Andersen
As I mentioned previously, the calling of a new prophet puts a lot of focus on the prophet. Not just the man now serving in that calling but also the word itself. What is a prophet? Continue reading
General Conference thoughts: The Heart of a Prophet and Solemn Assembly
by Elder Gary E. Stevenson
Solemn Assembly presented by President Henry B. Eyring
This was the first conference since the transition of presidents. President Monson passed away in January and President Nelson is now president of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and prophet to the world. Continue reading