April 2020 general conference didn't fall short of expectations. During the special evening session of general conference, President Russell M. Nelson announced a new symbol to identify the Church visually as the Church of Jesus Christ in addition to announcing a worldwide fast on Good Friday, (April 11, 2020) to help alleviate suffering due to COVID-19. A new proclamation was also issued by the First Presidency and the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles in conjunction with doing a Hosanna Shout, and eight new temple announcements.
On Twitter, many reacted to the news during general conference in both inspiring and funny ways. But whatever their take on conference, it's clear that Latter-day Saints were grateful for the opportunity to worship together during this time self-isolation. Read their comments below.
This #LDSconf feels very vulnerable. Our leaders speak to a nearly empty room, imagining listeners in many states of health across the globe. @NelsonRussellM's remarks highlight how these words are spoken as a balm. The Spirit is powerful and concentrated. — Elizabeth Pinborough (@artofstriving) April 4, 2020
Wow! My brother can keep a secret!@ArtRasconABC13 was just called as an Area Authority for #churchofjesuschrist in #GeneralConference. Had no idea! I heard it & then my phone blew up! There is no better man! I know his heart & he is truly a disciple of Christ. pic.twitter.com/M6AhfdcykL — Dan Rascon (@TVDanRascon) April 4, 2020
Worried about the future? Laudy and Enzo should put your heart at ease. The kids are alright. #GeneralConference pic.twitter.com/5g5ldFnFqI — Zach Bloxham (@zblox) April 5, 2020
My favorite part of #GeneralConference so far is hearing President Nelson whispering after a talk is finished “Well done” “Magnificent” — Shane Taylor (@s4_tay) April 5, 2020
Here in Doha we had to adjust the schedule of #conferencecrepes a bit but we're locked in now for sessions 4 and 5 of #GeneralConference pic.twitter.com/EMRiYiwZpU — Joe Kewish (@kewish) April 5, 2020
Still in shock. It is unbelievable that we are planning a temple in UAE. Living here in the Gulf, it is an amazing miracle. #GeneralConference — Joe Kewish (@kewish) April 5, 2020
This talk on the Priesthood by President Dallin H. Oaks will be studied and referenced for years to come. #GeneralConference — Chad C. (@chadcluff) April 5, 2020
[personal religious tweet] Not being able to worship together these past 3 weeks has been more difficult than I could have imagined. I’ve never been more grateful for the spiritual nourishment that will come from being *remotely together* at #GeneralConference this weekend. ❤️🙏🏼 — Spencer Cox (@SpencerJCox) April 4, 2020
I spent a brief time with @NelsonRussellM & Sister Nelson in the #SacredGrove last August during the filming for #GeneralConference. It was a once in a lifetime experience to walk in the grove with a #Prophet. #churchofjesuschrist #proclamation pic.twitter.com/RE7xWARTJF — Gary Boatright Jr. (@gboatman12) April 5, 2020
I LOVE OUR CHURCH.#GeneralConference pic.twitter.com/2mS4N2PXQq — Hank Smith (@hankrsmith) April 5, 2020
#GeneralConference. Here with my soon to be 96 year old father who is watching one of his Deacons, President Oaks (Dad was the Deacons Quorum Advisor in Payson, Utah) conduct this magnificent worldwide gathering of church membership. #HearHim pic.twitter.com/CWVKQVCRT6 — Todd L Hendrickson (@ToddLHendricks1) April 5, 2020
This just showed up in BYU Memes. Yep, some of this is going on at our house. #TabChoir #generalconferenceathome #ChoirTimeTurner pic.twitter.com/6bVRXxddIU — Eric D. Huntsman (@EricDHuntsman) April 4, 2020
“Hi, this is the Bishop, I’m calling to invite you to speak in...” Youth: “Sacrament Meeting?” Bishop: “No. A little bigger.” Youth: “Stake Conference?!” Bishop: “No. A little bigger.” Youth: “What’s bigger than Stake Conference?” Bishop: “Um...” — Hank Smith (@hankrsmith) April 5, 2020
The UAE Embassy congratulates Pres. @NelsonRussellM and @Ch_JesusChrist on their announcement of a Temple that will be built in Dubai’s District 2020. The temple will be the first in the Middle East, and will serve thousands in the region. — UAE Embassy US (@UAEEmbassyUS) April 6, 2020
#GeneralConference. That was fast. pic.twitter.com/nbWrHqa0Md — Neil Jensen (@ncjensen) April 5, 2020
My 2yo is very happy the choir is "dressed like Frozen" again.#GeneralConference pic.twitter.com/O89s1fZbco — Richie Angel (@richkangel) April 5, 2020
STOP IT WITH THESE CHOIRS FROM AROUND THE WORLD! My eyes are already leaking like crazy. Awesome. #GeneralConference — Ashley Victoria (@SnoWhite37) April 5, 2020
We’ve been doing so many Zoom preschool lessons and FaceTime calls lately that my daughter walked up to Elder Holland on the screen, hesitated, & asked, “...Can he see us?” — 🍄 Shayla 🍄 (@shayla_who) April 5, 2020
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