Mormon Times General Conference April 2009 Master IndexA master index of everything about the 179th Annual
General Conference of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints,
held April 4 and 5, 2009. Includes links to talk summaries, news reports and related stories and articles.
SATURDAY MORNING SESSIONNewsElder Neil L. Andersen is sustained as the newest member of the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles.Elder Andersen humbled by call as apostleTalk summariesPresident Thomas A. Monson, president of the church, said the work of the Lord is going forward uninterrupted.Robert D. Hales of the Quorum of the Twelve said the solution to overcoming addition and breaking free of debt is to turn to the Lord.Margaret S. Lifferth, first counselor, Primary General Presidency: Nourish children with 'living water' and the 'bread of life.'Michael A. Neider, second counselor, Young Men General Presidency: Aaronic Priesthood youth leadership can and should be expected to do more.Allan F. Packer of the Seventy: Build on bedrock rather than sand to survive the hard times.D. Todd Christofferson of the Quorum of the Twelve: The world has need of strong Christians who can stand against temptations.Henry B. Eyring, first counselor, First Presidency: Adversity comes to all. The key is to not lose faith.
SATURDAY AFTERNOON SESSIONNewsLeadership changes among Seventies, auxiliariesLDS Church leaders upbeat in conference talks Talk summariesM. Russell Ballard of the Quorum of the TwelveLearning the lessons of the past help us to walk boldly without stumbling.Quentin L. Cook of the Quorum of the TwelveThe Lord's plan of salvation is big enough for all of Father in Heaven's children.Kevin W. Pearson of the SeventyChallenging times require greater spiritual power and faith.Rafael E. Pino of the SeventyLiving the gospel does not mean escaping adversity.Richard G. Scott of the Quorum of the TwelveNo reason to worry when we keep temple covenants.Russell M. Nelson of the Quorum of the TwelvePray for the will of the Lord to be done and pray unceasingly.
SATURDAY PRIESTHOOD SESSIONTalk summariesPresident Boyd K. Packer, president of the Quorum of the Twelve, said the offices in the priesthood require humility.Bishop Richard C. Edgley, first counselor in the Presiding Bishopric, said there is no better
organization to respond to humanity's challenges than the church's
priesthood quorums.Elder Claudio R.M. Costa
of the presidency of the Quorums of the Seventy said priesthood holders
are responsible for their families, to their employers, for the Lord's
work and for themselves.President Dieter F. Uchtdorf,
second counselor in the First Presidency, said the tendency to focus on
insignificant things comes at the expense of everyone's happiness.President Henry B. Eyring, first counselor in the First Presidency, said a feeling of responsibility for others is at the heart of priesthood service.President Thomas S. Monson, president of the church, said boys and men who hold the priesthood of God must be worthy of the privilege and responsibility.
SUNDAY MORNING SESSIONTalk summariesElder Dieter F. Uchtdorf, second counselor, First PresidencyAs we walk in the way of discipleship, we can experience joy even in times of uncertainty.Elder Neil L. Andersen, Quorum of the Twelve The newly called apostle hopes for the promise that President Monson gave that the Lord will shape the back to fit the burden.Elder Steven E. Snow, Presidency of the Seventy Change is an essential part of life's experiences.Sister Barbara Thompson, second counselor, Relief Society General PresidencyWe must be \"fixed in our purpose\" as we seek to increase in faith and personal righteousness.Elder Jeffrey R. Holland, Quorum of the TwelveThe Easter message is for all, especially those who are alone or feel
alone. President Thomas S. Monson, president of the church Turn your thoughts and your attitudes away from
troubles and focus on your blessings.
SUNDAY AFTERNOON SESSIONNewsConference conclusion: A call for faith, righteousnessTalk summariesElder Dallin H. Oaks, Quorum of the TwelveMake the sacrifices necessary to lose yourselves in unselfish service to others. Elder David A. Bednar, Quorum of the TwelveMake the spiritual preparation necessary so that you can receive the blessings available only in the holy temple. Elder Gary E. Stevenson, First Quorum of the SeventyThe temple will
provide direction for you and your family in a world filled with chaos and uncertainty.Elder Jose A. Teixeira, First Quorum of the SeventyIn life's journey to return to and become more like our Father, God has given us necessary gifts to help us. Elder F. Michael Watson, First Quorum of the SeventyThe wisdom of those who have gone before, coupled by those who are
with us still, will be our guide in our lives if we allow them to help us. Elder L. Tom Perry, Quorum of the Twelve All of us need to remember to be better member-missionaries. President Thomas S. Monson, president of the church Avoid pornography and the other degrading uses of the Internet.
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STORIES OF INTEREST FROM PREVIOUS CONFERENCESA field guide to conference protestersEngaged — but just for the mission reunionTraditions add to conference experienceUnusual sites near the Conference CenterOct. 2008 General Conference talk summaries index Oct. 2008 General Conference feature stories index