“Contents,” New Era, May 1992
The Message: Priesthood PowerBearing the priesthood is a great honor—live to be worthy of it.
Your Turn to TeachWhat to do when they hand you the manual and the chalk.
How I Know: With All My HeartI knew a mission was the right thing to do, but could I really testify?
Following In His FootstepsThe long hike in the dark would have been impossible without Dad leading the way.
Q&A: Questions and AnswersI have a big mouth. I often say things I don’t mean and later regret. How can I get my mouth under control?
Mormonad: Don’t Sell Yourself Short
The Secret of His SuccessOlivio rose from poverty in Africa to pro basketball in Portugal. Then the Mormons recruited him.
Jumpin’ in JuneauWhen they’re not splashing in glacial lakes, these kids make a splash on a jump-rope team.
Fiction: First FlightHeaded for the MTC, he was leaving a lot behind. But he was taking at least a two-year supply of love.
Mormonisms
Everyday Heroes: A Starring RoleBecki stood by her values and lost the lead in the school musical.
FYI: For Your Info
Today in Dombo TomboFrom a small town in Zimbabwe, a simple story of honesty and example.
ProfanityIs your language appropriate for a child of God? If not, here’s why—and how—to change.
FeedbackLetters to the Editor
Photo of the Month
Poem: Weather Poems
Cover: Carly Perkins of Juneau, Alaska, is just one of many LDS young people in that part of the world who jump at the chance to live life to the fullest. See p. 26. Cover photography: Jed Clark (front), John Luke (back).