May 1986 Contents Report of the 156th Annual General Conference of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints Ezra Taft BensonCleansing the Inner Vessel David B. HaightA Prophet Chosen of the Lord Richard G. ScottWe Love You—Please Come Back M. Russell BallardThe Kingdom Rolls Forth in South America Howard W. HunterAn Apostle’s Witness of the Resurrection The Church Audit Committee Report Statistical Report 1985 James E. FaustThe Responsibility for Welfare Rests with Me and My Family Glenn L. PacePrinciples and Programs Russell M. NelsonIn the Lord’s Own Way Robert D. HalesWelfare Principles to Guide Our Lives: An Eternal Plan for the Welfare of Men’s Souls L. Tom PerryThe Law of the Fast Neal A. Maxwell“Called and Prepared from the Foundation of the World” Thomas S. MonsonThe Call of Duty Gordon B. HinckleyThe Question of a Mission Ezra Taft BensonTo the “Youth of the Noble Birthright” Gordon B. HinckleyCome and Partake Dallin H. OaksReverent and Clean Jack H. GoaslindHappiness Boyd K. Packer“The Things of My Soul” Thomas S. MonsonA Provident Plan—A Precious Promise Marvin J. Ashton“Be of Good Cheer” James M. Paramore“They Taught and Did Minister One to Another” Jacob de JagerThe Greatest News of All Times Is That Jesus Lives Solemn Assembly and Sustaining of Church Officers Francis M. GibbonsSixteen Years as a Witness Ezra Taft BensonA Sacred Responsibility Ezra Taft BensonThe Power of the Word General Conference Music Some Personal and Family Welfare Goals: What Can I Do Now? Learning to “Fare Well” Catching the Vision of Self-Reliance Increasing Our Compassionate Service The Privilege of Giving a Generous Fast Offering Welfare Services: A Legacy of Caring, Giving, Serving News of the Church Elder H. Verlan Andersen of the First Quorum of the Seventy Elder George I. Cannon of the First Quorum of the Seventy Elder Francis M. Gibbons of the First Quorum of the Seventy Elder Gardner H. Russell of the First Quorum of the Seventy Book of Mormon Is “a Standard for the Church,” President Benson Tells Priesthood Leaders Single Adult Programs Change, New Guide Issued for Singles Wards New Counselor in Young Women General Presidency Choir Itinerary Includes Expo ’86, Seattle Concerts President Benson Presides at Ohio Groundbreaking Sorority Honors Sister Benson Guidebook Published on Caring for Children with Handicaps J. Elliot Cameron New Commissioner of Education Auxiliary Offices Move Temporarily New President for LDS Business College Recommendation against Pornography Lauded Greek, Arabic Volumes Added to LDS Scripture BYU Seeking Museum Funds Temples in Operation Montreal: Vibrant City, Vibrant Faith Policies and Announcements Appointments