Mothers play an important role as the heart of the home, but this in no way lessens the equally important role fathers should play, as head of the home, in nurturing, training, and loving their children.

The earth was cursed for Adam's sake. Work is our blessing, not our doom. God has a work to do, and so should we.

To their duty to God, youth should realize their duty to our country. They should love and honor the Constitution of the United States, the basic concepts and principles upon which this nation has been established. Yes, they need to develop a love for our free institutions.

Now, what of the entertainment that is available to our young people today? Are you being undermined right in your homes through your television, radio, slick magazines, and rock music records?

I have a vision of artists putting into film, drama, literature, music, and paintings great themes and great characters from the Book of Mormon.

If we have any criticism of our leaders, we invite Satan into our lives and beliefs.

This latter day work is spiritual. It takes spirituality to comprehend it, to love it, to discern it. Therefore, seek the spirit in all you do. Keep it with you continually. That is our challenge.