“Contents,” New Era, Feb. 2006, 1 New Era February 2006 Volume 36, Number 2 Contents The Message: Preparing for a Heavenly MarriageElder Robert D. HalesThe joy of a celestial marriage is like a little heaven on earth. Articles of Faith: Finding the Word of GodTara A. BrundickI heard a voice encouraging me to learn more about these gold plates. Idea List: Cooling Your AngerYou can’t remain angry when you pray for the one who hurt you. On My HonorVaughn J. FeatherstoneLiving the Scout Oath will help you become the kind of man God can use in building His kingdom. Q&A: Questions and AnswersMy friend doesn’t feel that she fits in. What can I do to make her feel welcome at church? New Era Poster: Living Water Ricardo Walked AlonePaul VanDenBergheWithout fail, every Sunday Ricardo is on the road to church. Twice RescuedElder W. Rolfe KerrI appreciated the way my father helped me make a difficult decision. Arise and Shine Forth: Lunch Table LessonChristina Lyon KlineSearching through my wallet, my friends found a little pamphlet that interested them a lot. Lost in a WhiteoutBremen LeakWe were lost in a snowstorm until we took time to pray. The Extra Smile Seminary Makes Me HappyJanet ThomasSeminary in Austria and Switzerland keeps teens on the way to a happy life. What’s Up? A Golden OpportunityShanna ButlerEngraving plates sheds light on Mormon’s task. Fiction: Independence DayJack WeylandClean fun replaced what had been going on behind closed doors. Instant MessagesSomething better than music; a blessing gave me strength; a hymn to lead me; talking about what I believe. What’s in It for You We’ve Got Mail Poem: IciclesRebecca Vernon PhotoKinsey Zinser Cover: Chantel Psota and Melissa Römer in Switzerland. See “Seminary Makes Me Happy” on p. 28. Cover photography: Janet Thomas (front) and Christina Smith (back)