All High confidence Verified

- **The Family Proclamation—Words from God** — Ronald A. Rasband (October 2025) · Reference
  President Hinckley was scheduled to address the women at the gathering.
  https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2025/10/21rasband?lang=eng&id=p_i8UDu#p_i8UDu

- **The Times of Restitution of All Things** — David A. Bednar (April 2025) · Alludes to
  The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints was organized 195 years ago today, on April 6, 1830.
  https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2025/04/41bednar?lang=eng&id=p_saXrj#p_saXrj

- **Eternity’s Great Gifts: Jesus Christ’s Atonement, Resurrection, Restoration** — Gerrit W. Gong (April 2025) · Alludes to
  Each Easter spring season testifies that spiritual sequence and convergence are both part of the divine pattern of atonement, resurrection, and restoration through Jesus Christ.
  https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2025/04/45gong?lang=eng&id=p_d6SB0#p_d6SB0

- **Days Never to Be Forgotten** — Gary E. Stevenson (October 2024) · Alludes to
  My dear brothers and sisters, the history of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in this dispensation is resplendent with divine experiences that demonstrate how the Lord has guided His Church.
  https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2024/10/44stevenson?lang=eng&id=p_gD06j#p_gD06j

- **All Things for Our Good** — Gerrit W. Gong (April 2024) · Alludes to
  Today is April 6, the anniversary of Jesus Christ restoring His latter-day Church—and part of the Easter season, when we joyfully testify of Jesus Christ’s perfect life, atoning sacrifice, and glorious Resurrection.
  https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2024/04/25gong?lang=eng&id=p1#p1

- **This Day** — Ronald A. Rasband (October 2022) · Reference
  I hold in my hand a copy of the Book of Mormon.
  https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2022/10/17rasband?lang=eng&id=p2#p2

- **With the Power of God in Great Glory** — David A. Bednar (October 2021) · Alludes to
  The lessons Joseph Smith learned from Moroni influenced every aspect of his ministry.
  https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2021/10/22bednar?lang=eng&id=p10#p10

- **The Temple and Your Spiritual Foundation** — Russell M. Nelson (October 2021) · Reference
  Temples have been part of this dispensation from its earliest days.
  https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2021/10/47nelson?lang=eng&id=p16#p16

- **A Good Foundation against the Time to Come** — Gary E. Stevenson (April 2020) · Reference
  At general conference in April 1851, members of the Church voted unanimously to sustain a motion to build a temple “to the name of the Lord.” Two years later, on February 14, 1853, the site was dedicated by Heber C.
  https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2020/04/28stevenson?lang=eng&id=p5#p5

- **Opening the Heavens for Help** — Russell M. Nelson (April 2020) · Alludes to
  From that small group assembled on April 6, 1830, has come a global organization of more than 16 million members.
  https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2020/04/37nelson?lang=eng&id=p4#p4

- **Hear Him** — Russell M. Nelson (April 2020) · Alludes to
  “We declare that The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, organized on April 6, 1830, is Christ’s New Testament Church restored.
  https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2020/04/45nelson?lang=eng&id=p56#p56

- **Go Forward in Faith** — Russell M. Nelson (April 2020) · Reference
  Hear these pleadings from a mighty prophet of God: “When Thy people shall not have the opportunity of entering this holy house … and they are oppressed and in trouble, surrounded by difficulties … and shall turn their faces towards this Thy holy house and ask Thee for deliverance, for help, for Thy power to be extended in their behalf, we beseech Thee, to look down from Thy holy habitation in mercy … and listen to their cries.
  https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2020/04/57nelson?lang=eng&id=p12#p12

- **Revelation for the Church, Revelation for Our Lives** — Russell M. Nelson (April 2018) · Alludes to
  Then the Lord brought Wendy Watson to my side.
  https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2018/04/revelation-for-the-church-revelation-for-our-lives?lang=eng&id=p14#p14

- **Boys Need Heroes Close By** — Spencer W. Kimball (April 1976) · Alludes to
  Brigham Young was 28, Heber C.
  https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/1976/04/boys-need-heroes-close-by?lang=eng&id=p56#p56

- **See Yourself in the Temple** — Quentin L. Cook (April 2016) · Reference
  We have some sense of the rejoicing that is going on in Quito, Ecuador; Harare, Zimbabwe; Belém, Brazil; and Lima, Peru, both with members and missionaries, based on what happened in Bangkok, Thailand, a year ago when that temple was announced.
  https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2016/04/see-yourself-in-the-temple?lang=eng&id=p8#p8

- **Sustaining the Prophets** — Russell M. Nelson (October 2014) · Reference
  When we sustain prophets and other leaders, we invoke the law of common consent, for the Lord said, “It shall not be given to any one to go forth to preach my gospel, or to build up my church, except he be ordained by some one who has authority, and it is known to the church that he has authority and has been regularly ordained by the heads of the church.”
  https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2014/10/sustaining-the-prophets?lang=eng&id=p10#p10

- **Bear Up Their Burdens with Ease** — David A. Bednar (April 2014) · Alludes to
  May each of us do and become better through the Savior’s Atonement.
  https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2014/04/bear-up-their-burdens-with-ease?lang=eng&id=p39#p39

- **Welcome to Conference** — Thomas S. Monson (October 2013) · Alludes to
  How good it is, my beloved brothers and sisters, to meet together once again.
  https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2013/10/welcome-to-conference?lang=eng&id=p2#p2

- **Families under Covenant** — Henry B. Eyring (April 2012) · Alludes to
  That experience gave his words great power for me and my wife when, in a conference session on April 6, 1972, President Joseph Fielding Smith gave the following counsel: “It is the will of the Lord to strengthen and preserve the family unit.
  https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2012/04/families-under-covenant?lang=eng&id=p26#p26

- **A Time to Prepare** — Ian S. Ardern (October 2011) · Reference
  Satan will tempt us to misuse our time through disguised distractions.
  https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2011/10/a-time-to-prepare?lang=eng&id=p13#p13

- **The Sanctifying Work of Welfare** — H. David Burton (April 2011) · Alludes to
  A few decades later the world groaned under the burden of the Great Depression.
  https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2011/04/the-sanctifying-work-of-welfare?lang=eng&id=p6#p6

- **A Call to the Rising Generation** — Brent H. Nielson (October 2009) · Alludes to
  On April 6, 1974, the Church sustained a new prophet, President Spencer W.
  https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2009/10/a-call-to-the-rising-generation?lang=eng&id=p4#p4

- **Sacrament Meeting and the Sacrament** — Dallin H. Oaks (October 2008) · Alludes to
  This is a commandment with a promise.
  https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2008/10/sacrament-meeting-and-the-sacrament?lang=eng&id=p7#p7

- **Mrs. Patton—the Story Continues** — Thomas S. Monson (October 2007) · Alludes to
  And now, my brothers and sisters, I share with you the rest of this account.
  https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2007/10/mrs-patton-the-story-continues?lang=eng&id=p58#p58

- **The Message of the Restoration** — L. Tom Perry (April 2007) · Alludes to
  Now that the power to act in the name of the Lord was again on the earth, Joseph was commanded to formally organize the Church.
  https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2007/04/the-message-of-the-restoration?lang=eng&id=p31#p31

- **The Law of Tithing** — Daniel L. Johnson (October 2006) · Reference
  As President Spencer W.
  https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2006/10/the-law-of-tithing?lang=eng&id=p4#p4

- **Let Us Be Men** — D. Todd Christofferson (October 2006) · Reference
  We see some of the same attitudes today.
  https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2006/10/let-us-be-men?lang=eng&id=p7#p7

- **Blessings Resulting from Reading the Book of Mormon** — L. Tom Perry (October 2005) · Alludes to
  In his article in the Ensign and Liahona, President Hinckley issued “a challenge to members of the Church throughout the world and to our friends everywhere to read or reread the Book of Mormon.” Then he offered us a plan to accomplish the challenge: “If you will read a bit more than one and one-half chapters a day, you will be able to finish the book before the end of this year” (Liahona and Ensign, Aug.
  https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2005/10/blessings-resulting-from-reading-the-book-of-mormon?lang=eng&id=p28#p28

- **Preparations for the Restoration and the Second Coming: “My Hand Shall Be over Thee”** — Robert D. Hales (October 2005) · Alludes to
  The first printed copies of the Book of Mormon were published on March 26, 1830.
  https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2005/10/preparations-for-the-restoration-and-the-second-coming-my-hand-shall-be-over-thee?lang=eng&id=p23#p23

- **Gambling** — Gordon B. Hinckley (April 2005) · Alludes to
  President Spencer W.
  https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2005/04/gambling?lang=eng&id=p42#p42

- **Anxiously Engaged** — Thomas S. Monson (October 2004) · Alludes to
  In a proclamation of the First Presidency and the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles issued on April 6, 1980, this declaration of testimony and truth was set forth:
  https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2004/10/anxiously-engaged?lang=eng&id=p13#p13

- **The Women in Our Lives** — Gordon B. Hinckley (October 2004) · Alludes to
  My brethren and sisters, at the outset, if you will bear with me, I wish to exercise a personal privilege.
  https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2004/10/the-women-in-our-lives?lang=eng&id=p3#p3

- **Receiving a Testimony of the Restored Gospel of Jesus Christ** — Robert D. Hales (October 2003) · Alludes to
  Twelve days after the Book of Mormon was published, on April 6, the Church was formally organized at the home of Peter Whitmer Sr.
  https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2003/10/receiving-a-testimony-of-the-restored-gospel-of-jesus-christ?lang=eng&id=p28#p28

- **Living Prophets, Seers, and Revelators** — Dennis B. Neuenschwander (October 2000) · Alludes to
  Brethren, this evening I would like to share an experience that has great meaning to me.
  https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2000/10/living-prophets-seers-and-revelators?lang=eng&id=p3#p3

- **The Cloven Tongues of Fire** — Boyd K. Packer (April 2000) · Alludes to
  On April 6, 1830, The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints was organized.
  https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2000/04/the-cloven-tongues-of-fire?lang=eng&id=p48#p48

- **“Thou Shalt Give Heed unto All His Words”** — L. Tom Perry (April 2000) · Alludes to
  “In accordance with instructions previously issued by the First Presidency of the Church, the following program was carried out in all the wards and branches of the Church, commencing at 10:00 a.m., Sunday, April 6th, except … where arrangements had been made for the people to assemble in their local chapels and listen, by means of radio equipment, to the services as they were broadcast from the Tabernacle in Salt Lake City.
  https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2000/04/thou-shalt-give-heed-unto-all-his-words?lang=eng&id=p18#p18

- **“How Is It with Us?”** — M. Russell Ballard (April 2000) · Alludes to
  On Friday, April 6, 1900, President Snow said: “The Lord has prospered us amazingly, and we are doing large things at the present time.
  https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2000/04/how-is-it-with-us?lang=eng&id=p5#p5

- **Faith, Devotion, and Gratitude** — David B. Haight (April 2000) · Alludes to
  Think of 1830—the meeting in that little log cabin, which for a while was the headquarters of the Church.
  https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2000/04/faith-devotion-and-gratitude?lang=eng&id=p10#p10

- **Priesthood Power** — Thomas S. Monson (October 1999) · Alludes to
  In a proclamation of the First Presidency and the Council of the Twelve Apostles issued on April 6, 1980, this declaration of testimony and truth was set forth:
  https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/1999/10/priesthood-power?lang=eng&id=p5#p5

- **The Witness: Martin Harris** — Dallin H. Oaks (April 1999) · Alludes to
  Other records and revelations show Martin Harris’s significant involvement in the activities of the restored Church and his standing with God.
  https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/1999/04/the-witness-martin-harris?lang=eng&id=p24#p24

- **Live the Commandments** — David B. Haight (April 1998) · Alludes to
  As we left our meeting that evening and left that little farmhouse, there was a full moon shining down through the trees.
  https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/1998/04/live-the-commandments?lang=eng&id=p6#p6

- **Jesus Christ, Our Redeemer** — Richard G. Scott (April 1997) · Alludes to
  It is April 6th.
  https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/1997/04/jesus-christ-our-redeemer?lang=eng&id=p3#p3

- **“That Spirit Which Leadeth to Do Good”** — L. Tom Perry (April 1997) · Alludes to
  As a small congregation gathered on April 6 of 1830 to organize the Church, the Prophet Joseph Smith asked those present if they were willing to accept him and Oliver Cowdery as their teachers and special advisers.
  https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/1997/04/that-spirit-which-leadeth-to-do-good?lang=eng&id=p26#p26

- **The Prophetic Voice** — James E. Faust (April 1996) · Alludes to
  My dear brothers and sisters and friends, as we begin this historic conference, I am confident that we will hear the word of the Lord during all of the proceedings.
  https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/1996/04/the-prophetic-voice?lang=eng&id=p2#p2

- **This Work Is True** — David B. Haight (April 1996) · Alludes to
  I hope you had a burning in your heart and a quickening of your soul as you heard those statistics regarding the growth of the Church.
  https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/1996/04/this-work-is-true?lang=eng&id=p3#p3

- **Sacrament of the Lord’s Supper** — L. Tom Perry (April 1996) · Alludes to
  Peter Whitmer Sr.
  https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/1996/04/sacrament-of-the-lords-supper?lang=eng&id=p23#p23

- **Sustaining a New Prophet** — David B. Haight (April 1995) · Alludes to
  On April 6, 1830—the date of the organization of Christ’s restored church (165 years ago this week)—Joseph Smith and Oliver Cowdery were sustained as the presiding officers of the Church.
  https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/1995/04/sustaining-a-new-prophet?lang=eng&id=p16#p16

- **Heed the Prophet’s Voice** — L. Tom Perry (October 1994) · Alludes to
  April 6, 1830, is a significant date for Latter-day Saints.
  https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/1994/10/heed-the-prophets-voice?lang=eng&id=p4#p4

- **The Temple of the Lord** — Thomas S. Monson (April 1993) · Alludes to
  On Friday, March 26, Sister Monson and I attended and participated in the ribbon-cutting ceremony formally opening a truly magnificent exhibit in the museum west of Temple Square.
  https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/1993/04/the-temple-of-the-lord?lang=eng&id=p5#p5

- **This Peaceful House of God** — Gordon B. Hinckley (April 1993) · Alludes to
  In July of 1847 Brigham Young had pointed out the location, only four days after the pioneers arrived in the valley.
  https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/1993/04/this-peaceful-house-of-god?lang=eng&id=p17#p17

- **Come to the House of the Lord** — David B. Haight (April 1992) · Alludes to
  As he dedicated the cornerstone of the Salt Lake Temple on April 6, 1853, President Brigham Young made this observation about the endowment:
  https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/1992/04/come-to-the-house-of-the-lord?lang=eng&id=p23#p23

- **Our Great Mission** — Gordon B. Hinckley (April 1992) · Alludes to
  When you leave the Tabernacle in a few minutes, I invite you to look at the spires of the temple just to the east of us.
  https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/1992/04/our-great-mission?lang=eng&id=p9#p9

- **The Sixth Day of April, 1830** — Howard W. Hunter (April 1991) · Alludes to
  On April 6, 1830, the Church was officially organized with its six members.
  https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/1991/04/the-sixth-day-of-april-1830?lang=eng&id=p20#p20

- **The Lengthened Shadow of the Hand of God** — Gordon B. Hinckley (April 1987) · Alludes to
  You heard yesterday the annual statistical report of the Church.
  https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/1987/04/the-lengthened-shadow-of-the-hand-of-god?lang=eng&id=p6#p6

- **“Shake Off the Chains with Which Ye Are Bound”** — Marvin J. Ashton (October 1986) · Alludes to
  “On the afternoon of April 6, 1986, my wife was scanning through the TV channels in search of something to pass away another lazy Sunday afternoon when she came across the Sunday afternoon session of general conference about to begin.
  https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/1986/10/shake-off-the-chains-with-which-ye-are-bound?lang=eng&id=p24#p24

- **A Prophet Chosen of the Lord** — David B. Haight (April 1986) · Alludes to
  On April 6, 1830—the day the Church was organized in this dispensation—the Lord revealed to members of His church how they should regard the words of His appointed prophet with these instructions:
  https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/1986/04/a-prophet-chosen-of-the-lord?lang=eng&id=p9#p9

- **A Provident Plan—A Precious Promise** — Thomas S. Monson (April 1986) · Alludes to
  Today, April 6, 1986, is a day of history.
  https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/1986/04/a-provident-plan-a-precious-promise?lang=eng&id=p3#p3

- **The Invitation of the Master** — John Sonnenberg (April 1985) · Alludes to
  Before 1830, April 6 was also just an ordinary day.
  https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/1985/04/the-invitation-of-the-master?lang=eng&id=p16#p16

- **Set Some Personal Goals** — Spencer W. Kimball (April 1985) · Alludes to
  “Brigham Young was 28, Heber C.
  https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/1985/04/set-some-personal-goals?lang=eng&id=p26#p26

- **The Honored Place of Woman** — Ezra Taft Benson (October 1981) · Alludes to
  A recent national magazine gave these alarming figures: “More than 14 million children ages 6 to 13 now have working mothers, and it is estimated that a third of them are unsupervised for lengthy periods each day.” (U.S.
  https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/1981/10/the-honored-place-of-woman?lang=eng&id=p33#p33

- **“Of You It Is Required to Forgive”** — Gordon B. Hinckley (October 1980) · Alludes to
  I would like to say thank-you to the choir for that beautiful song of worship, which I hope will serve as something of a frame into which I can place my remarks.
  https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/1980/10/of-you-it-is-required-to-forgive?lang=eng&id=p2#p2

- **“He Is Not Here. He Is Risen”** — David B. Haight (April 1980) · Alludes to
  The Prophet Joseph Smith’s account of the first organization meeting is inspiring to read and contemplate—the Whitmer home, the opening prayer, approval to organize the Church as commanded, Joseph and Oliver Cowdery ordained elders, the sacrament; and then all members present were blessed with the gift of the Holy Ghost.
  https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/1980/04/he-is-not-here-he-is-risen?lang=eng&id=p37#p37

- **A Marvelous Work and a Wonder** — Ezra Taft Benson (April 1980) · Alludes to
  April 6, 1830, in the state of New York, The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints had its beginning in this dispensation, a beginning that went largely unnoticed by the world.
  https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/1980/04/a-marvelous-work-and-a-wonder?lang=eng&id=p4#p4

- **Introduction to the Proclamation** — Spencer W. Kimball (April 1980) · Alludes to
  In this very location on April 6, 1830, there assembled a small group to formally organize The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.
  https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/1980/04/introduction-to-the-proclamation?lang=eng&id=p5#p5

- **Proclamation** — Unknown Speaker (April 1980) · Alludes to
  From the First Presidency and the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, April 6, 1980
  https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/1980/04/proclamation?lang=eng&id=p1#p1

- **“What Hath God Wrought through His Servant Joseph!”** — Gordon B. Hinckley (April 1980) · Alludes to
  As we are assembled at the place of the organization of the Church of Jesus Christ, I picture in imagination that April 6 of 1830.
  https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/1980/04/what-hath-god-wrought-through-his-servant-joseph?lang=eng&id=p14#p14

- **“An Angel from on High, the Long, Long Silence Broke”** — Gordon B. Hinckley (October 1979) · Alludes to
  There are 183 days between now and next April 6 in which to read 239 chapters.
  https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/1979/10/an-angel-from-on-high-the-long-long-silence-broke?lang=eng&id=p28#p28

- **We, The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints** — Marion G. Romney (April 1979) · Alludes to
  “Through a period of more than six years prior to [April 6th, 1830, when the Church was organized] Joseph Smith, the Prophet, had received at intervals Divine revelations and commandments.
  https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/1979/04/we-the-church-of-jesus-christ-of-latter-day-saints?lang=eng&id=p36#p36

- **The Refiner’s Fire** — James E. Faust (April 1979) · Alludes to
  “On Wednesday, the 2nd of December 1846, Laura Jane Pond, age 14 years, … died of chills and fever.” Two days later on “Friday, the 4th of December 1846, Harriet M.
  https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/1979/04/the-refiners-fire?lang=eng&id=p33#p33

- **“The Morning Breaks; the Shadows Flee”** — Bruce R. McConkie (April 1978) · Alludes to
  Then one glorious day in the spring of 1820—our tradition says that it was on April 6—the sun arose to view.
  https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/1978/04/the-morning-breaks-the-shadows-flee?lang=eng&id=p23#p23

- **Follow the Living Prophet** — Victor L. Brown (April 1977) · Alludes to
  “His answer: ‘I think he ought to keep his mouth shut about old age assistance.’” (Conference Report, April 6, 1953, p.
  https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/1977/04/follow-the-living-prophet?lang=eng&id=p37#p37

- **Come: Let Israel Build Zion** — Bruce R. McConkie (April 1977) · Alludes to
  Phase I—From the First Vision, the setting up of the kingdom on April 6, 1830, and the coming of Moses on April 3, 1836, to the secure establishment of the Church in the United States and Canada, a period of about 125 years.
  https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/1977/04/come-let-israel-build-zion?lang=eng&id=p11#p11

- **The Lamanites Must Rise in Majesty and Power** — J. Thomas Fyans (April 1976) · Alludes to
  In a proclamation of the Twelve Apostles of the restored Church in 1845, we are told—speaking of the Lamanites of North and South America—“They will also come to the knowledge of their forefathers, and of the fulness of the gospel; and they will embrace it and become a righteous branch of the house of Israel.” (Proclamation of the Twelve Apostles of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, New York, “Prophet” Office, Apr.
  https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/1976/04/the-lamanites-must-rise-in-majesty-and-power?lang=eng&id=p5#p5

- **The Way of Life** — Marion G. Romney (April 1976) · Alludes to
  And on April 6, 1830, 146 years ago today, Christ’s true church bearing his name, “The Church of Jesus Christ,” with the suffix “of Latter-day Saints”—to distinguish it from the primitive church—was reestablished in the earth with six members.
  https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/1976/04/the-way-of-life?lang=eng&id=p42#p42

- **The Constitution—A Glorious Standard** — Ezra Taft Benson (April 1976) · Alludes to
  Following the drafting of the Constitution, it awaited ratification by the states.
  https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/1976/04/the-constitution-a-glorious-standard?lang=eng&id=p14#p14

- **The Blessing of Building a Temple** — Adney Y. Komatsu (April 1976) · Alludes to
  As the gospel of Jesus Christ was restored in these last days, temple building and temple ordinances were restored through the Prophet Joseph Smith.
  https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/1976/04/the-blessing-of-building-a-temple?lang=eng&id=p5#p5

- **Birth** — Sterling W. Sill (April 1975) · Alludes to
  Tomorrow, April 6, 1975, will be the 145th anniversary of the establishment of the Church upon the earth in this greatest and final of all the dispensations.
  https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/1975/04/birth?lang=eng&id=p2#p2

- **To Bear the Priesthood Worthily** — Spencer W. Kimball (April 1975) · Alludes to
  “We have no chance to be lifted up in the pride of our hearts,” said the Prophet, “with regard to the position we occupy.
  https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/1975/04/to-bear-the-priesthood-worthily?lang=eng&id=p19#p19

- **The People Say “Amen”** — Mark E. Petersen (April 1974) · Alludes to
  On April 6, 1830, speaking of the newly appointed President of the Church, the Lord declared that his President shall also be his mouthpiece.
  https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/1974/04/the-people-say-amen?lang=eng&id=p28#p28

- **Missionary Work: A Major Responsibility** — Ezra Taft Benson (April 1974) · Alludes to
  All these and many other glorious promises were made even before the Church was formally organized on April 6, 1830.
  https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/1974/04/missionary-work-a-major-responsibility?lang=eng&id=p23#p23

- **Strengthen the Stakes of Zion** — Harold B. Lee (April 1973) · Alludes to
  This is the annual conference of the Church.
  https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/1973/04/strengthen-the-stakes-of-zion?lang=eng&id=p3#p3

- **“We Thank Thee, O God, for a Prophet”** — Spencer W. Kimball (October 1972) · Alludes to
  Significant to us is the fact that there has never been one minute since April 6, 1830, 142 years ago, that the Church has been without divine leadership.
  https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/1972/10/we-thank-thee-o-god-for-a-prophet?lang=eng&id=p21#p21

- **Light and Knowledge to the World** — Joseph Anderson (October 1972) · Alludes to
  Before the Church was organized April 6, 1830, the Lord gave a revelation through this young man, the prophet of the Lord, to his father, Joseph Smith, Sr., in which the Lord said:
  https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/1972/10/light-and-knowledge-to-the-world?lang=eng&id=p17#p17

- **Why The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints** — Marion G. Romney (October 1972) · Alludes to
  Obedient to these commandments, Joseph Smith, Jr., did, on April 6, 1830, organize the Church of Jesus Christ at Fayette, Seneca County, New York, strictly in harmony with the commandments of God and the laws of the land.
  https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/1972/10/why-the-church-of-jesus-christ-of-latter-day-saints?lang=eng&id=p34#p34

- **What Will the Church Do for You, a Man?** — Gordon B. Hinckley (April 1972) · Alludes to
  I stood one day some years ago with a Japanese businessman in Hiroshima, beside the monument that marks the events of that tragic August 6, 1945, when in a matter of minutes some 85,000 people were killed.
  https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/1972/04/what-will-the-church-do-for-you-a-man?lang=eng&id=p15#p15

The Family Proclamation—Words from God

Ronald A. Rasband October 2025 Saturday Afternoon Session

President Hinckley was scheduled to address the women at the gathering.

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The Times of Restitution of All Things

David A. Bednar April 2025 Sunday Morning Session

The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints was organized 195 years ago today, on April 6, 1830.

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Eternity’s Great Gifts: Jesus Christ’s Atonement, Resurrection, Restoration

Gerrit W. Gong April 2025 Sunday Morning Session

Each Easter spring season testifies that spiritual sequence and convergence are both part of the divine pattern of atonement, resurrection, and restoration through Jesus Christ.

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Days Never to Be Forgotten

Gary E. Stevenson October 2024 Sunday Morning Session

My dear brothers and sisters, the history of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in this dispensation is resplendent with divine experiences that demonstrate how the Lord has guided His Church.

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All Things for Our Good

Gerrit W. Gong April 2024 Saturday Afternoon Session

Today is April 6, the anniversary of Jesus Christ restoring His latter-day Church—and part of the Easter season, when we joyfully testify of Jesus Christ’s perfect life, atoning sacrifice, and glorious Resurrection.

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This Day

Ronald A. Rasband October 2022 Saturday Morning Session

I hold in my hand a copy of the Book of Mormon.

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With the Power of God in Great Glory

David A. Bednar October 2021 Saturday Afternoon Session

The lessons Joseph Smith learned from Moroni influenced every aspect of his ministry.

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The Temple and Your Spiritual Foundation

Russell M. Nelson October 2021 Sunday Morning Session

Temples have been part of this dispensation from its earliest days.

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A Good Foundation against the Time to Come

Gary E. Stevenson April 2020 Saturday Afternoon Session

At general conference in April 1851, members of the Church voted unanimously to sustain a motion to build a temple “to the name of the Lord.” Two years later, on February 14, 1853, the site was dedicated by Heber C.

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Opening the Heavens for Help

Russell M. Nelson April 2020 Saturday Evening Session

From that small group assembled on April 6, 1830, has come a global organization of more than 16 million members.

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Hear Him

Russell M. Nelson April 2020 Sunday Morning Session

“We declare that The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, organized on April 6, 1830, is Christ’s New Testament Church restored.

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Go Forward in Faith

Russell M. Nelson April 2020 Sunday Afternoon Session

Hear these pleadings from a mighty prophet of God: “When Thy people shall not have the opportunity of entering this holy house … and they are oppressed and in trouble, surrounded by difficulties … and shall turn their faces towards this Thy holy house and ask Thee for deliverance, for help, for Thy power to be extended in their behalf, we beseech Thee, to look down from Thy holy habitation in mercy … and listen to their cries.

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Revelation for the Church, Revelation for Our Lives

Russell M. Nelson April 2018 Sunday Morning Session

Then the Lord brought Wendy Watson to my side.

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Boys Need Heroes Close By

Spencer W. Kimball April 1976 Priesthood Session

Brigham Young was 28, Heber C.

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See Yourself in the Temple

Quentin L. Cook April 2016 Sunday Morning Session

We have some sense of the rejoicing that is going on in Quito, Ecuador; Harare, Zimbabwe; Belém, Brazil; and Lima, Peru, both with members and missionaries, based on what happened in Bangkok, Thailand, a year ago when that temple was announced.

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Sustaining the Prophets

Russell M. Nelson October 2014 Sunday Morning Session

When we sustain prophets and other leaders, we invoke the law of common consent, for the Lord said, “It shall not be given to any one to go forth to preach my gospel, or to build up my church, except he be ordained by some one who has authority, and it is known to the church that he has authority and has been regularly ordained by the heads of the church.”

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Bear Up Their Burdens with Ease

David A. Bednar April 2014 Sunday Morning Session

May each of us do and become better through the Savior’s Atonement.

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Welcome to Conference

Thomas S. Monson October 2013 Saturday Morning Session

How good it is, my beloved brothers and sisters, to meet together once again.

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Families under Covenant

Henry B. Eyring April 2012 Priesthood Session

That experience gave his words great power for me and my wife when, in a conference session on April 6, 1972, President Joseph Fielding Smith gave the following counsel: “It is the will of the Lord to strengthen and preserve the family unit.

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A Time to Prepare

Ian S. Ardern October 2011 Saturday Afternoon Session

Satan will tempt us to misuse our time through disguised distractions.

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The Sanctifying Work of Welfare

H. David Burton April 2011 Sunday Morning Session

A few decades later the world groaned under the burden of the Great Depression.

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A Call to the Rising Generation

Brent H. Nielson October 2009 Sunday Afternoon Session

On April 6, 1974, the Church sustained a new prophet, President Spencer W.

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Sacrament Meeting and the Sacrament

Dallin H. Oaks October 2008 Saturday Morning Session

This is a commandment with a promise.

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Mrs. Patton—the Story Continues

Thomas S. Monson October 2007 Saturday Morning Session

And now, my brothers and sisters, I share with you the rest of this account.

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The Message of the Restoration

L. Tom Perry April 2007 Sunday Afternoon Session

Now that the power to act in the name of the Lord was again on the earth, Joseph was commanded to formally organize the Church.

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The Law of Tithing

Daniel L. Johnson October 2006 Saturday Afternoon Session

As President Spencer W.

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Let Us Be Men

D. Todd Christofferson October 2006 Priesthood Session

We see some of the same attitudes today.

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Blessings Resulting from Reading the Book of Mormon

L. Tom Perry October 2005 Saturday Morning Session

In his article in the Ensign and Liahona, President Hinckley issued “a challenge to members of the Church throughout the world and to our friends everywhere to read or reread the Book of Mormon.” Then he offered us a plan to accomplish the challenge: “If you will read a bit more than one and one-half chapters a day, you will be able to finish the book before the end of this year” (Liahona and Ensign, Aug.

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Preparations for the Restoration and the Second Coming: “My Hand Shall Be over Thee”

Robert D. Hales October 2005 Sunday Afternoon Session

The first printed copies of the Book of Mormon were published on March 26, 1830.

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Gambling

Gordon B. Hinckley April 2005 Priesthood Session

President Spencer W.

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Anxiously Engaged

Thomas S. Monson October 2004 Priesthood Session

In a proclamation of the First Presidency and the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles issued on April 6, 1980, this declaration of testimony and truth was set forth:

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The Women in Our Lives

Gordon B. Hinckley October 2004 Sunday Morning Session

My brethren and sisters, at the outset, if you will bear with me, I wish to exercise a personal privilege.

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Receiving a Testimony of the Restored Gospel of Jesus Christ

Robert D. Hales October 2003 Saturday Afternoon Session

Twelve days after the Book of Mormon was published, on April 6, the Church was formally organized at the home of Peter Whitmer Sr.

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Living Prophets, Seers, and Revelators

Dennis B. Neuenschwander October 2000 Priesthood Session

Brethren, this evening I would like to share an experience that has great meaning to me.

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The Cloven Tongues of Fire

Boyd K. Packer April 2000 Saturday Morning Session

On April 6, 1830, The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints was organized.

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“Thou Shalt Give Heed unto All His Words”

L. Tom Perry April 2000 Saturday Afternoon Session

“In accordance with instructions previously issued by the First Presidency of the Church, the following program was carried out in all the wards and branches of the Church, commencing at 10:00 a.m., Sunday, April 6th, except … where arrangements had been made for the people to assemble in their local chapels and listen, by means of radio equipment, to the services as they were broadcast from the Tabernacle in Salt Lake City.

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“How Is It with Us?”

M. Russell Ballard April 2000 Saturday Afternoon Session

On Friday, April 6, 1900, President Snow said: “The Lord has prospered us amazingly, and we are doing large things at the present time.

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Faith, Devotion, and Gratitude

David B. Haight April 2000 Saturday Afternoon Session

Think of 1830—the meeting in that little log cabin, which for a while was the headquarters of the Church.

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Priesthood Power

Thomas S. Monson October 1999 Priesthood Session

In a proclamation of the First Presidency and the Council of the Twelve Apostles issued on April 6, 1980, this declaration of testimony and truth was set forth:

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The Witness: Martin Harris

Dallin H. Oaks April 1999 Saturday Afternoon Session

Other records and revelations show Martin Harris’s significant involvement in the activities of the restored Church and his standing with God.

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Live the Commandments

David B. Haight April 1998 Saturday Morning Session

As we left our meeting that evening and left that little farmhouse, there was a full moon shining down through the trees.

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Jesus Christ, Our Redeemer

Richard G. Scott April 1997 Sunday Morning Session

It is April 6th.

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“That Spirit Which Leadeth to Do Good”

L. Tom Perry April 1997 Sunday Afternoon Session

As a small congregation gathered on April 6 of 1830 to organize the Church, the Prophet Joseph Smith asked those present if they were willing to accept him and Oliver Cowdery as their teachers and special advisers.

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The Prophetic Voice

James E. Faust April 1996 Saturday Morning

My dear brothers and sisters and friends, as we begin this historic conference, I am confident that we will hear the word of the Lord during all of the proceedings.

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This Work Is True

David B. Haight April 1996 Saturday Afternoon Session

I hope you had a burning in your heart and a quickening of your soul as you heard those statistics regarding the growth of the Church.

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Sacrament of the Lord’s Supper

L. Tom Perry April 1996 Sunday Morning Session

Peter Whitmer Sr.

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Sustaining a New Prophet

David B. Haight April 1995 Saturday Afternoon Session

On April 6, 1830—the date of the organization of Christ’s restored church (165 years ago this week)—Joseph Smith and Oliver Cowdery were sustained as the presiding officers of the Church.

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Heed the Prophet’s Voice

L. Tom Perry October 1994 Saturday Morning Session

April 6, 1830, is a significant date for Latter-day Saints.

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The Temple of the Lord

Thomas S. Monson April 1993 Saturday Morning Session

On Friday, March 26, Sister Monson and I attended and participated in the ribbon-cutting ceremony formally opening a truly magnificent exhibit in the museum west of Temple Square.

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This Peaceful House of God

Gordon B. Hinckley April 1993 Sunday Morning Session

In July of 1847 Brigham Young had pointed out the location, only four days after the pioneers arrived in the valley.

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Come to the House of the Lord

David B. Haight April 1992 Saturday Morning Session

As he dedicated the cornerstone of the Salt Lake Temple on April 6, 1853, President Brigham Young made this observation about the endowment:

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Our Great Mission

Gordon B. Hinckley April 1992 Sunday Afternoon Session

When you leave the Tabernacle in a few minutes, I invite you to look at the spires of the temple just to the east of us.

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The Sixth Day of April, 1830

Howard W. Hunter April 1991 Sunday Morning Session

On April 6, 1830, the Church was officially organized with its six members.

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The Lengthened Shadow of the Hand of God

Gordon B. Hinckley April 1987 Sunday Morning Session

You heard yesterday the annual statistical report of the Church.

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“Shake Off the Chains with Which Ye Are Bound”

Marvin J. Ashton October 1986 Saturday Morning Session

“On the afternoon of April 6, 1986, my wife was scanning through the TV channels in search of something to pass away another lazy Sunday afternoon when she came across the Sunday afternoon session of general conference about to begin.

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A Prophet Chosen of the Lord

David B. Haight April 1986 Saturday Morning Session

On April 6, 1830—the day the Church was organized in this dispensation—the Lord revealed to members of His church how they should regard the words of His appointed prophet with these instructions:

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A Provident Plan—A Precious Promise

Thomas S. Monson April 1986 Sunday Morning Session

Today, April 6, 1986, is a day of history.

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The Invitation of the Master

John Sonnenberg April 1985 Saturday Afternoon Session

Before 1830, April 6 was also just an ordinary day.

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Set Some Personal Goals

Spencer W. Kimball April 1985 Priesthood Session

“Brigham Young was 28, Heber C.

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The Honored Place of Woman

Ezra Taft Benson October 1981 General Relief Society Meeting

A recent national magazine gave these alarming figures: “More than 14 million children ages 6 to 13 now have working mothers, and it is estimated that a third of them are unsupervised for lengthy periods each day.” (U.S.

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“Of You It Is Required to Forgive”

Gordon B. Hinckley October 1980 Sunday Morning Session

I would like to say thank-you to the choir for that beautiful song of worship, which I hope will serve as something of a frame into which I can place my remarks.

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“He Is Not Here. He Is Risen”

David B. Haight April 1980 Saturday Morning Session

The Prophet Joseph Smith’s account of the first organization meeting is inspiring to read and contemplate—the Whitmer home, the opening prayer, approval to organize the Church as commanded, Joseph and Oliver Cowdery ordained elders, the sacrament; and then all members present were blessed with the gift of the Holy Ghost.

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A Marvelous Work and a Wonder

Ezra Taft Benson April 1980 Saturday Afternoon Session

April 6, 1830, in the state of New York, The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints had its beginning in this dispensation, a beginning that went largely unnoticed by the world.

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Introduction to the Proclamation

Spencer W. Kimball April 1980 Sunday Morning Session

In this very location on April 6, 1830, there assembled a small group to formally organize The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.

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Proclamation

Unknown Speaker April 1980 Sunday Morning Session

From the First Presidency and the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, April 6, 1980

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“What Hath God Wrought through His Servant Joseph!”

Gordon B. Hinckley April 1980 Sunday Morning Session

As we are assembled at the place of the organization of the Church of Jesus Christ, I picture in imagination that April 6 of 1830.

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“An Angel from on High, the Long, Long Silence Broke”

Gordon B. Hinckley October 1979 Saturday Morning Session

There are 183 days between now and next April 6 in which to read 239 chapters.

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We, The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints

Marion G. Romney April 1979 Sunday Morning Session

“Through a period of more than six years prior to [April 6th, 1830, when the Church was organized] Joseph Smith, the Prophet, had received at intervals Divine revelations and commandments.

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The Refiner’s Fire

James E. Faust April 1979 Sunday Morning Session

“On Wednesday, the 2nd of December 1846, Laura Jane Pond, age 14 years, … died of chills and fever.” Two days later on “Friday, the 4th of December 1846, Harriet M.

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“The Morning Breaks; the Shadows Flee”

Bruce R. McConkie April 1978 Saturday Morning Session

Then one glorious day in the spring of 1820—our tradition says that it was on April 6—the sun arose to view.

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Follow the Living Prophet

Victor L. Brown April 1977 Priesthood Session

“His answer: ‘I think he ought to keep his mouth shut about old age assistance.’” (Conference Report, April 6, 1953, p.

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Come: Let Israel Build Zion

Bruce R. McConkie April 1977 Welfare Services Session

Phase I—From the First Vision, the setting up of the kingdom on April 6, 1830, and the coming of Moses on April 3, 1836, to the secure establishment of the Church in the United States and Canada, a period of about 125 years.

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The Lamanites Must Rise in Majesty and Power

J. Thomas Fyans April 1976 Saturday Morning Session

In a proclamation of the Twelve Apostles of the restored Church in 1845, we are told—speaking of the Lamanites of North and South America—“They will also come to the knowledge of their forefathers, and of the fulness of the gospel; and they will embrace it and become a righteous branch of the house of Israel.” (Proclamation of the Twelve Apostles of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, New York, “Prophet” Office, Apr.

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The Way of Life

Marion G. Romney April 1976 Tuesday Morning Session

And on April 6, 1830, 146 years ago today, Christ’s true church bearing his name, “The Church of Jesus Christ,” with the suffix “of Latter-day Saints”—to distinguish it from the primitive church—was reestablished in the earth with six members.

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The Constitution—A Glorious Standard

Ezra Taft Benson April 1976 Tuesday Morning Session

Following the drafting of the Constitution, it awaited ratification by the states.

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The Blessing of Building a Temple

Adney Y. Komatsu April 1976 Tuesday Afternoon Session

As the gospel of Jesus Christ was restored in these last days, temple building and temple ordinances were restored through the Prophet Joseph Smith.

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Birth

Sterling W. Sill April 1975 Saturday Morning Session

Tomorrow, April 6, 1975, will be the 145th anniversary of the establishment of the Church upon the earth in this greatest and final of all the dispensations.

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To Bear the Priesthood Worthily

Spencer W. Kimball April 1975 Priesthood Session

“We have no chance to be lifted up in the pride of our hearts,” said the Prophet, “with regard to the position we occupy.

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The People Say “Amen”

Mark E. Petersen April 1974 Saturday Afternoon Session

On April 6, 1830, speaking of the newly appointed President of the Church, the Lord declared that his President shall also be his mouthpiece.

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Missionary Work: A Major Responsibility

Ezra Taft Benson April 1974 Sunday Afternoon Session

All these and many other glorious promises were made even before the Church was formally organized on April 6, 1830.

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Strengthen the Stakes of Zion

Harold B. Lee April 1973 Friday Morning Session

This is the annual conference of the Church.

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“We Thank Thee, O God, for a Prophet”

Spencer W. Kimball October 1972 Friday Morning Session

Significant to us is the fact that there has never been one minute since April 6, 1830, 142 years ago, that the Church has been without divine leadership.

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Light and Knowledge to the World

Joseph Anderson October 1972 Friday Afternoon Session

Before the Church was organized April 6, 1830, the Lord gave a revelation through this young man, the prophet of the Lord, to his father, Joseph Smith, Sr., in which the Lord said:

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Why The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints

Marion G. Romney October 1972 Saturday Morning Session

Obedient to these commandments, Joseph Smith, Jr., did, on April 6, 1830, organize the Church of Jesus Christ at Fayette, Seneca County, New York, strictly in harmony with the commandments of God and the laws of the land.

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What Will the Church Do for You, a Man?

Gordon B. Hinckley April 1972 Saturday Afternoon Session

I stood one day some years ago with a Japanese businessman in Hiroshima, beside the monument that marks the events of that tragic August 6, 1945, when in a matter of minutes some 85,000 people were killed.

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