October 2005 Saturday Morning Session Saturday Morning Session Gordon B. HinckleyOpening RemarksThe growth of the Church from its infancy to its present stature is phenomenal, and we have only scratched the surface. L. Tom PerryBlessings Resulting from Reading the Book of MormonNow it is up to us to study the Book of Mormon and learn of its principles and apply them in our lives. Keith B. McMullinBe Prepared … Be Ye Strong from HenceforthTragedies never triumph where personal righteousness prevails. Susan W. TannerThe Sanctity of the BodyThe Lord wants us to be made over—but in His image, not in the image of the world, by receiving His image in our countenances. Joseph B. WirthlinJourney to Higher GroundWe are faced with a choice. We can trust in our own strength, or we can journey to higher ground and come unto Christ. James E. FaustThe Light in Their EyesA sacred light comes to our eyes and countenances when we have a personal bond with our loving Heavenly Father and His Son. Saturday Afternoon Session Saturday Afternoon Session Thomas S. MonsonThe Sustaining of Church OfficersMy brothers and sisters, President Hinckley has requested that I now present to you the General Authorities, Area Seventies, and general auxiliary presidencies of the Church for your sustaining vote. Dallin H. OaksPriesthood Authority in the Family and the ChurchThere are many similarities and some differences in the way priesthood authority functions in the family and in the Church. Jeffrey R. HollandTo Young WomenBe a woman of Christ. Cherish your esteemed place in the sight of God. He needs you. This Church needs you. The world needs you. Benjamín De HoyosTrue Happiness: A Conscious DecisionHappiness is a condition of the soul. This joyous state comes as a result of righteous living. C. Scott GrowThe Book of Mormon, the Instrument to Gather Scattered IsraelJesus Christ gave us the Book of Mormon as the instrument to gather scattered Israel. Paul K. Sybrowsky“If Christ Had My Opportunities …”Our Savior Jesus Christ teaches us the importance of seeking after the one who is lost. Henry B. EyringSpiritual Preparedness: Start Early and Be SteadyThe great test of life is to see whether we will hearken to and obey God’s commands in the midst of the storms of life. M. Russell BallardWhat Matters Most Is What Lasts LongestAs your leaders, we call upon members of the Church everywhere to put family first and to identify specific ways to strengthen their individual families. Priesthood Session Priesthood Session David A. BednarBecoming a MissionaryYou and I, today and always, are to bear witness of Jesus Christ and declare the message of the Restoration. … Missionary work is a manifestation of our spiritual identity and heritage. Charles A. DidierMan’s Search for Divine TruthFollowing the Lord’s pattern to hear and give heed to divine truth will help you build a personal spiritual foundation and determine what you will become. Paul V. JohnsonThe Blessings of General ConferenceDecide now to make general conference a priority in your life. Decide to listen carefully and follow the teachings that are given. James E. FaustCalled and ChosenThose called, sustained, and set apart are entitled to our sustaining support. Thomas S. MonsonDo Your Duty—That Is BestThe priesthood is not really so much a gift as it is a commission to serve, a privilege to lift, and an opportunity to bless the lives of others. Gordon B. HinckleyIf Ye Are Prepared Ye Shall Not FearWe can so live that we can call upon the Lord for His protection and guidance. … We cannot expect His help if we are unwilling to keep His commandments. Sunday Morning Session Sunday Morning Session Thomas S. MonsonThe Prophet Joseph Smith: Teacher by ExampleMay we incorporate into our own lives the divine principles which [Joseph Smith] so beautifully taught—by example—that we, ourselves, might live more completely the gospel of Jesus Christ. Boyd K. PackerOn Zion’s HillEvery soul who willingly affiliates with The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and seeks to abide by its principles and ordinances is standing “on Zion’s hill.” Merrill J. BatemanA Pattern for AllThe restored gospel of Jesus Christ is a pattern for all. … It is the good news—the timeless doctrine and atoning powers of the Lord Jesus Christ. Cheryl C. LantMy Soul Delighteth in the ScripturesThere is absolutely nothing more important we can do for our families than to strengthen them in the scriptures. Richard G. ScottTruth RestoredThe Father’s plan of salvation and happiness … will help you overcome every challenge in life. Gordon B. HinckleyForgivenessSomehow forgiveness, with love and tolerance, accomplishes miracles that can happen in no other way. Sunday Afternoon Session Sunday Afternoon Session Russell M. NelsonJesus Christ—the Master HealerFaith, repentance, baptism, a testimony, and enduring conversion lead to the healing power of the Lord. Robert D. HalesPreparations for the Restoration and the Second Coming: “My Hand Shall Be over Thee”[The Lord’s] hand has been over the work of the Restoration from before the foundation of this world and will continue until His Second Coming. Won Yong KoSacrifice Is a Joy and a BlessingI pray that we will all become Saints willing to sacrifice and become eligible for the Lord’s special blessings. Paul E. KoellikerGospel Covenants Bring Promised BlessingsBy keeping the covenants of the gospel, all of the momentary trials of life can be transcended. Lowell M. SnowCompass of the LordProphets and apostles through the ages are our compass from the Lord. His direction through them is plain. Ulisses Soares“Feed My Sheep”People are most receptive to our influence when they feel that we truly love them, and not only because we have a calling to fulfill. Dieter F. UchtdorfChristlike Attributes—the Wind beneath Our WingsLiving according to the basic gospel principles will bring power, strength, and spiritual self-reliance into the lives of all Latter-day Saints. Gordon B. HinckleyBenedictionGod our Eternal Father lives. … Jesus is the Christ, the Redeemer of mankind. They have restored Their work in this last and final dispensation through the instrumentality of the Prophet Joseph. General Relief Society Meeting General Relief Society Meeting Bonnie D. ParkinSweet MomentsIf we are seeking the Lord and His guidance, if our direction is to return to our Father in Heaven, the sweet moments will come. Kathleen H. HughesThat We May All Sit Down in Heaven TogetherWhen we become instruments in the hands of God, we are used by Him to do His work. Anne C. PingreeKnowing the Lord’s Will for YouMay the Lord bless each of you in your personal quest to know His will for you and to submit your will to His. James E. FaustInstruments in the Hands of GodYour influence for good is incalculable and indescribable.