“Contents,” New Era, Aug. 1992
The Message: Changing Channels Elder Marion D. HanksHow the great principles of love and agency work together to bless our lives.
Contest Winners: Sharing Their InsightsIntroducing the 1992 New Era contest winners.
My Father’s Care Kevin R. OlsonFirst-Place Song
The Best Christmas Nancy FairchildFirst-Place Article: When she took Christmas to others, it returned to her own heart.
O Savior, Thou Who Healed the Sick Kaimi WengerFirst-Place Hymn
Q&A: Questions and AnswersMy journal is really boring. Why should I even keep one?
Mormonisms
Inspirational InsightsSelected winning photography, art, and poetry entries.
Sculpture Amy Jo JacksonA simple, hand-carved wooden knife symbolized the love she felt from her father.
Something You Really Love Melissa Engle and Lisa A. JohnsonShe proves you play the violin with your heart, not just your fingers.
Prayer on Stage Edgar E. EatonThe nonreligious cast prompted him to ask for behind-the-scenes help.
FYI: For Your InfoPutting together the perfect dance? Here are some ideas for doing it right.
How I Know: I Had to Try David HersamKneeling in the forest, he discovered that his testimony had been growing quietly for years.
Slightly Larger than Life Janet ThomasHe may be a cartoonist, but David Gallagher takes the gospel seriously.
Scripture Lifeline: Who Needs to Change? Teresa HunsakerMy friends had made me angry. Now I needed to love them even more.
Beginning with Joshua Katharine RogersFirst-Place Fiction: Joshua wouldn’t let a friend drop out, starting a chain reaction of fellowshipping and conversion.
FeedbackLetters to the Editor
Mormonad: Blow Your Own Horn
Cover: Work, understanding, inspiration—it’s all part of the process best exemplified by the Master Creator. Throughout this issue, enjoy the insights offered by winners of our annual contest. Cover photography: Craig Dimond.