Easter weekend was super amazing not only because it was
Easter but because of GENERAL CONFERENCE! I had been anticipating the upcoming
General Conference for months because of our chance to participate in the
solemn assembly. And I love the opportunity to get direction from the Lord’s
prophets and Apostles. Plus, I had family come from out of town who could
experience these momentous occasions with us.
The solemn assembly had a different spirit than anything I’ve
ever felt before. I gained a confirmation that President Nelson has been called
to lead the church now and he will direct us in the way we need to go. I enjoyed
watching each group of individuals raise their hands to sustain the new First
Presidency. My friend shared that as she was driving she saw many people in the
cars nearby raise their hands collectively to sustain them. I’m grateful I could
participate in this sweet experience.
There were many wonderful changes announced during this
conference. The High Priests and Elders Quorum will now be combined into one quorum
which I think is a great opportunity for them to learn from each other. What we
used to call home and visiting teaching will now be recognized as ministering. This
is a great way for us to focus on the needs of those around us and cater to
those. And the young women 14 and older get to participate in this as well so I’m
excited to do my part to hasten the work of salvation.
Before and during General Conference I kept wondering if
they were going to announce any new temples. There had already been some
changes and I wasn’t sure if they were going to announce anymore. BUT… the last
talk of the Sunday Afternoon Session, President Nelson announced 7 NEW
TEMPLES!!!!!
*Salta, Argentina
*Bengaluru, India
*Managua, Nicaragua
*Cagayan de Oro, Philippines
*Layton, Utah
*Richmond, Virginia
*Some major city in Russia
I’m so excited about all the exciting things announced and the
events that will take place in the upcoming months and years. I loved the
opportunity to listen to General Conference and gain a stronger testimony. If you
haven’t had the chance to see, read, or watch conference; I encourage you to do
so here. Over the next couple of months, as I read over the talks again, I will
try to put quotes in each of my posts so we can remember to study them. I hope
you all have a great week and remember GOD LOVES YOU!!!!!!
Conference Quote:
Conference Quote:
Always have hope,
Colby
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