New Era

September 2003

Volume 33, Number 9

Contents

• Words of the Prophet: The Book of Mormon: Read All about It
  President Gordon B. Hinckley
  The test of the book is in its reading.

• Finding a Fortune
  Elder D. Rex Gerratt
  I found so much more than a $10 bill.

• Coming Up Short
  Chad Morris
  I didn’t make the team. Life just isn’t fair, but turning to Christ helps take the bitterness away.

• Deacon in Motion
  Artel Ricks
  Danny Cope is on the move, fulfilling his priesthood duties on wheels.

• Q&A: Questions and Answers
  My life isn’t very exciting, and I’m not a very good writer. Do I still need to keep a journal?

• New Era Poster: Be a Strong Link

• An Open Door
  Caroline H. Benzley
  When at college, look to institute for friends and a great way to learn.

• Con Amore
  Stefania Postiglione
  The best way to share the gospel is with love.

• Idea List: Making the Most of Mutual
  Need some great ideas for joint Mutual activities? Here are a few.

• The Extra Smile

• Note by Note by Note
  Shanna Ghaznavi
  The teens in Winnipeg, Canada, help keep the music playing.

• The Other Side of the Fence
  Shane Hamilton
  The horses refused to be led to a better place. Do we sometimes do the same?

• Why Hurry?
  Meredith Oldham
  Suddenly, there was no more hurry. The temple was the only choice.

• Saving the Stories
  Arianne B. Cope
  A young man’s project in Tennessee created a record that will last through the eternities.

• Of All Things

• Finding Your Sweetheart
  Elder Lynn G. Robbins
  The decision of whom to marry should be made with both your heart and head.

• What’s in It for You

• We’ve Got Mail

• Poem: Diary
  Kara Hutchison

• Photo of the Month
  Lana Leishman

Cover: Sisters Stacie and Cammie Shorts love participating in institute at the College of Eastern Utah. See “An Open Door” on p. 20. Cover Photography: John Luke (front and back)