“Contents,” New Era, June 1998 New Era June 1998 Volume 28, Number 6 Contents Introduction: Faces of Friendship The Message: Be a Friend of the SaviorElder Richard B. WirthlinRely on him as your truest friend, and he’ll guide you back to your Father’s presence. Hey! That’s MeTamara Leatham BaileyYou are your own constant companion, so use these tips to feel good about yourself. This Isn’t Rocket ScienceAdrian Robert GostickWant to get your nonmember friends interested in the gospel? Follow these simple rules. A Note from MichaelCamielle Call-TarbetOne of my best buddies was living there in the same house with me, and I just didn’t realize it. In Tune: I’ll Be Your Friend Jan Pinborough and Kenneth Jones “I Have No Friends”John BythewayHere are some down-to-earth helps for everyone who’s ever felt friendless. Q&A: Questions and AnswersMy parents don’t like one of my friends because he drinks sometimes and has been skipping school. But he has lots of good qualities, too. Can’t I help him by being his friend? Mormonad: Rx for Friendship The One Who Made a DifferenceEight of our General Authorities tell about the friends who influenced their lives. Buddy SystemLisa M. GroverLDS youth in Louisville, Kentucky, learn that one of the best ways to find friends is to lose yourself. Fiction: The Tucson TwosomeChris CroweThey’d always been rivals. Then Rob recruited Justin to a team that changed all that. At the DanceDeborah L. SwensenWhen none of the boys asked me to dance, I found out who really cared about me. The Bulletin Board: Let’s Be Friends Idea List: Be a PalMarissa D. ThompsonHere are 20 tips on becoming the kind of friend everyone wants for their own. Mormonisms Sunday DriveRobert D. ArmstrongTwo cars, two ride offers—and two decisions that changed my life for good. Real FriendshipElder Jeffrey R. HollandThree powerful stories from the scriptures illustrate the principles of true, triumphant friendship. Poem: To a FriendPat Diane Buckner Photo of the MonthLane V. Erickson Cover: True friendship has so many faces we couldn’t put them all on the cover. So, jump into this special issue and stay awhile. You’ll find lots of good company. Cover photography: Jed Clark (front), Tamra Hamblin (back)