Editor’s note: The following excerpt comes from a book about special witnesses of Jesus Christ.
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In general conference, Elder Gerrit W. Gong spoke of a tender experience he had when Elder Richard G. Scott invited him to watercolor paint with him.
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To serve and to intentionally reach out to help each other is a great blessing. When you can become a mentor for another because of personal experience you have gained, do it. Age does not matter; experience does. It is very feasible for an experienced youth to be a mentor to someone very much his or her senior.
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One of the most beautiful things about the Church is how it brings people together from different backgrounds, and the pasts of the Brethren leading the Church today are no different. Find out what unique jobs some general authorities have held before they were called to serve.
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In dreams, I have on occasion been taught lessons that have changed my life. I would like to recount one such lesson.
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After His Wife's Death, God Sent a Moving Answer to One Mormon's Desperate Prayer Through an Apostle
When we study the words of God's prophets and apostles, we will find extremely personal messages that will uplift us, even in the darkest of times.
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Many members of the Church feel a deep connection with the First Presidency and Quorum of the Twelve Apostles. As we read their words and listen to them speak twice a year in general conference, we are able to learn from their unique spiritual strengths and distinct teaching styles. Since we are accustomed to seeing Church leaders in spiritual settings, it can be tempting to think of these men only in a spiritual light; however, they are multidimensional people with individual interests and personalities.
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The following is adapted from Receiving Personal Revelation: Using a Journal to Improve Your Communication with Godby Larry Tippetts.
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We love these men and the testimonies they bore as Apostles of Jesus Christ, through their actions and their words.
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We thank all the brave men and women who have served in militaries around the world to protect their countries.
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Every older married couple says it, and every newlywed couple hears it: "Marriage is hard work." It's almost the institution's unofficial slogan at this point, and for good reason—half of all marriages end in divorce or separation. For some, marriage is a dream. For others, it's a nightmare.
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Over the Halloween weekend, some Provo residents decided to turn the holiday into a way to celebrate the life and legacy of three great men who recently passed away: President Boyd K. Packer, Elder L. Tom Perry, and Elder Richard G. Scott.
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A lot has happened in the world and within the Church since last general conference—from the US Supreme Court's ruling on gay marriage to the death of three Apostles to the dedication of four new temples. It's incredible to think just how much can change over six short months. Take a look!
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On Monday, September 28, hundreds gathered together at the Tabernacle on Temple Square to celebrate the life of Elder Richard G. Scott.
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MR says: Elder Scott was an inspiration and an example to people all over the world. His compassion, humor, and sharp mind were legendary. Here are the significant events that helped Elder Richard G. Scott become the apostle we know and love.
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MR says: Elder D. Todd Christofferson, while in Philadelphia to make a presentation at the Catholic World Meeting of Families, talked about the death of Elder Richard G. Scott, his former mission president and colleague in the Twelve, and how President Monson calls new apostles.
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MR says: What a touching tribute that highlights the empathy, the quick wit, the humor, the passion, and the unfailing example of this inspiring apostle!
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MR says: What a profound legacy Elder Scott has left for his children, grandchildren, and all of the members in the Church. To read some of his advice to Church members, read "Elder Scott's 4 Essential Qualities to Look for in an Eternal Companion" or "Elder Scott's 21 Principles to Help You Live by the Spirit."
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For more incredible artwork from apostles, check out Photo Gallery: Art of the Apostles.
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MR says: We will miss Elder Scott, but we are so grateful for this opportunity to celebrate his life and the light he was to each of us. Read Elder Scott's 21 principles that will help you live by the spirit or learn about the three things we will never forgetabout this beloved apostle.
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Elder Richard G. Scott, a nuclear engineer, a talented artist and an apostle known for his tender sermons and love of family, died Tuesday at his home at 1:45 p.m. He was 86.
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Elder Richard G. Scott passed away this afternoon at 86 years of age. Though we're saddened by his death, we're sure that there was a happy reunion in paradise today. Here are three things we'll always remember about Elder Scott:
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Mr says: We love and will miss you Elder Scott. Thank you for your counsel and for your years of guidance and insight!
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The Cordoba Argentina temple became the 145th operating temple this weekend after being dedicated in three sessions by President Dieter F. Uchtdorf.
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The First Presidency on a recent visit to the home of Elder and Sister Perry (May 1, 2015).
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In honor of Mother’s Day, here is a collection of thoughts, stories, memories and tributes to mothers by leaders of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.
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Last Friday Elder Richard G. Scott, age 86, was hospitalized for gastrointestinal bleeding. After the bleeding was brought under control, the Church reported he was "resting comfortably."
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Because Latter-day Saints believe marriage is an essential step to exaltation, we strive to create marriages that strengthen and uplift us every moment, not only here but through eternity, something that’s much easier said than done. As with all things worthwhile, marriage and love are hard, stressful, and take lots of work. But, they are entirely worth investing in.
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Richard G. Scott serves as an Apostle for the Quorum of the Twelve for the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. But did you know that as a kid, his parents trusted him and his brothers to fix the family car? They once put a caboose whistle on the exhaust manifold as a joke (“Richard G. Scott”). In this biography of Richard G. Scott, read about how he came to learn and love the gospel, the influence of his beloved wife, and his faithfulness to the Church.
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Humankind has always benefited from obedience to true principles. The fearless Polynesians in precarious craft crossed an immense ocean for destinations thousands of miles away. That feat was accomplished not by chance but by adherence to sound principles of celestial navigation. They prepared carefully and did not succumb to temptations to deviate from their course or delay en route. In like manner, you and I can be assured of reaching worthy objectives in life by understanding and consistently following correct principles rooted in revealed truth:
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-->See below for the art of President Boyd K. Packer
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Members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints sometimes feel as if they know everything about their church leaders. And why not? With General Conference addresses twice every year and dozens more devotionals and speeches scattered in between, church members hear their share of their leaders’ personal experiences. But members of the First Presidency and Quorum of the Twelve Apostles have little-known hobbies and hidden talents some members might not know about. Here are a few.
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See just how much time these men have given in service of the Church! Their appearances may have changed over the years, but the selfless leadership and inspired messages of these men are timeless.
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