To live with gratitude ever in our hearts is to touch heaven.

Turning the pages of scriptural history from beginning to end, we learn of the ultimate pioneer-even Jesus Christ. His birth was foretold by the prophets of old; His entry upon the stage of life was announced by an angel. His life and His ministry have transformed the world. . . . May we ever follow Him.

There is a golden thread that runs through every account of faith from the beginning of the world to the present time. Abraham, Noah, the brother of Jared, the Prophet Joseph Smith, and countless others wanted to be obedient to the will of God. They had ears that could hear, eyes that could see, and hearts that could know and feel. They never doubted. They trusted.

We are reminded that anger doesn't solve anything. It builds nothing, but it can destroy everything.

The work is demanding, the impact everlasting. This is no time for 'summer soldiers' in the army of the Lord.

The Book of Mormon changes lives.

We continue to build temples. We desire that as many members as possible have an opportunity to attend the temple without having to travel inordinate distances.