“Contents,” New Era, Mar. 1998
The Message: Don’t Go Overboard! Elder Russell M. NelsonWhy leaving the safety of the Church is like leaping out of the boat in the middle of the lake.
I Can Read! Andrea C. HobartThey said I would never read well, but I wanted to read the scriptures—and I did!
In Tune: My Mother, My Daughter
Janice Kapp Perry
Songs of the Heart Diane M. HoffmanThese Ecuadoran youth started with cardboard keyboards. Now their music blesses whole congregations.
Q&A: Questions and AnswersI see so-called active members who do things that are wrong; then they come to church. Aren’t they just a bunch of hypocrites?
Mormonad: Smart Money
Me, Myself, and Iris Janet ThomasLyle builds prize-winning robots but prizes his family and his music more.
Please Save My Mom Rebecca BrunsonWhen my mother was diagnosed with cancer, I suffered with her. Then I discovered the reality of the Savior’s love.
Not Just for Kicks Linda Van OrdenCall it soccer; call it football. But call David Brown a rising star in his sport and in life.
The Bulletin Board
Speaking Up Laury LivseyTalking in front of generals and ex-presidents was no problem for Rachel Moss—with the right resources to back her up.
The 100th Sheep James Edward PedersenHe was more than an assignment. He was a brother, and we lost him.
Fiction: Pesky Little Brother of the Bride Jack WeylandMarry Jeremy’s sister? What was this guy thinking?
Idea List: Awesome Activity Nights Lisa M. GroverYou’ll find some good ideas here.
True to His Word Elder Sheldon F. ChildIf you want a reputation, this is a great one to have: be known for your honesty.
Mormonisms
Feedback Letters to the editors
Poem: Day Drifting Marlys Bradley
Photo of the Month Lane V. Erickson
Cover: He’s an award-winning inventor, but Lyle Chamberlain is happiest playing his sax and wearing his grandfather’s hat. See “Me, Myself, and Iris,” p. 20. Cover photography: Janet Thomas (front), Tamra Hamblin (back).