Welfare Services

Marion G. Romney · October 1975 · Welfare Session

Open paragraph (D&C 38)

In this last dispensation, before the Church had been organized nine months the Lord directed the Saints to take care of the poor.

About His Business

Patrick Kearon · April 2026 · Saturday Morning Session

Open paragraph (3)

With those raised hands and encouraging smiles, we were participating in common consent, where we can choose to sustain, by the raising of the right hand, those called to serve.

Cheering Each Other On

J. Anette Dennis · October 2025 · Saturday Evening Session

Open paragraph (3)

Sisters and brothers, let’s be like those spectators in the story and cheer each other on in our journey of discipleship no matter our circumstances!

The Love of God

Benjamin M. Z. Tai · April 2025 · Sunday Afternoon Session

Open paragraph (3)

While the love of God is accessible to all, many search earnestly for it, while others desire to feel God’s love but do not believe that they deserve it.

“Ye Are My Friends”

David L. Buckner · October 2024 · Saturday Afternoon Session

Open paragraph (1)

No longer were we looking across the table at each other but heavenward with each other.

One in Christ

D. Todd Christofferson · April 2023 · Sunday Morning Session

Open paragraph (1)

In our own dispensation, the Lord admonished, “I say unto you, be one; and if ye are not one ye are not mine.” Among the reasons the Lord gave as to why the early Saints in Missouri had failed to establish a place of Zion was that they “are not united according to the union required by the law of the celestial kingdom.”

The Doctrine of Belonging

D. Todd Christofferson · October 2022 · Saturday Afternoon Session

Open paragraph (1)

Having been given this privilege, we cannot permit any racism, tribal prejudice, or other divisions to exist in the latter-day Church of Christ.

The Peace of Christ Abolishes Enmity

Dale G. Renlund · October 2021 · Sunday Morning Session

Open paragraph (1)

If we are not one, we are not His.

Hearts Knit in Righteousness and Unity

Quentin L. Cook · October 2020 · Saturday Morning Session

Open paragraph (1)

Righteousness and unity are profoundly significant.

By Union of Feeling We Obtain Power with God

Sharon Eubank · October 2020 · Women’s Session

Open paragraph (1)

Jesus put it bluntly: “Be one; and if ye are not one ye are not mine.” But if we are one—if we can spare a piece of our pie or fit our individual talents so the boat can swing in perfect unison—then we are His.

With One Accord

Reyna I. Aburto · April 2018 · Sunday Morning Session

Open paragraph (1)

Girls and boys, young women and young men, sisters and brothers, we are on this journey together.

Prepare to Meet God

Quentin L. Cook · April 2018 · Sunday Afternoon Session

Open paragraph (1)

In regard to unity, the Savior declared, “If ye are not one ye are not mine.” We know that the spirit of contention is of the devil.

Turn On Your Light

Sharon Eubank · October 2017 · General Women’s Session

Open paragraph (1)

And finally, the fifth is to do one through four in happy ways.

Apart, but Still One

Joni L. Koch · October 2017 · Sunday Afternoon Session

Open paragraph (1)

In the Church, in spite of our differences, the Lord expects us to be one!

Here to Serve a Righteous Cause

Carol F. McConkie · October 2015 · General Women’s Session

Open paragraph (6)

The righteous cause we serve is the cause of Christ.

The Family Is of God

Carole M. Stephens · April 2015 · General Women’s Session

Open paragraph (1)

The third line of the song further explains the purpose of our mortality: “God gave us families to help us become what He wants us to be.” The Savior taught, “Be one; and if ye are not one ye are not mine.” The family proclamation teaches that as beloved spirit daughters of heavenly parents, we have a divine nature, eternal identity, and purpose.

The Lord Is My Light

Quentin L. Cook · April 2015 · Saturday Afternoon Session

Open paragraph (2)

Even with diversity of languages and beautiful, uplifting cultural traditions, we must have hearts knit in unity and love.

Sisterhood: Oh, How We Need Each Other

Bonnie L. Oscarson · April 2014 · General Women’s Meeting

Open paragraph (1)

To be sisters implies that there is an unbreakable bond between us.

Looking Back and Moving Forward

Thomas S. Monson · April 2008 · Sunday Morning Session

Open paragraph (1)

A sweet spirit of unity exists among the General Authorities.

A Priesthood Quorum

Henry B. Eyring · October 2006 · Priesthood Session

Open paragraph (1)

Understanding that will change the way we try to build fellowship in the quorum.

What Greater Goodness Can We Know: Christlike Friends

Kathleen H. Hughes · April 2005 · Sunday Morning Session

Open paragraph (D&C 38:27)

In the early years of the Restoration, new members gathered to create Zion.

Belonging Is Our Sacred Birthright

Bonnie D. Parkin · October 2004 · General Relief Society Meeting

Open paragraph (2)

These sisters found a piece of Zion by becoming “of one heart and one mind.” For “if ye are not one,” says the Lord, “ye are not mine.” President Hinckley has said that if we “will be united and speak with one voice, [our] strength will be incalculable.” As sisters in Zion, how do we become one?

Developing Inner Strength

Mary Ellen W. Smoot · April 2002 · Saturday Morning Session

Open paragraph (1)

Another way we can develop inner strength is by striving for unity in our families, stakes, wards, and presidencies.

That We May Be One

Henry B. Eyring · April 1998 · Sunday Morning Session

Open paragraph (D&C 38:27)

The Savior of the world, Jesus Christ, said of those who would be part of His Church: “Be one; and if ye are not one ye are not mine” (D&C 38:27).

Removing Barriers to Happiness

Richard G. Scott · April 1998 · Sunday Afternoon Session

Open paragraph (D&C 38:27)

Satan would destroy families.

“Bishop, Help!”

Dallin H. Oaks · April 1997 · Saturday Afternoon Session

Open paragraph (D&C 38:27)

There is something else we should mention about bishops.

Baskets and Bottles

Chieko N. Okazaki · April 1996 · Saturday Morning

Open paragraph (D&C 38:27)

Brothers and sisters, whether your fruits are peaches or papaya, and whether you bring them in bottles or in baskets, we thank you for offering them in love.

Children of the Covenant

Russell M. Nelson · April 1995 · Saturday Afternoon Session

Open paragraph (1)

Latter-day Saints understand the word of the Lord, who declared, “I say unto you, be one; and if ye are not one ye are not mine.”

Keeping Covenants and Honoring the Priesthood

James E. Faust · October 1993 · Priesthood Session

Open paragraph (D&C 38:27)

In some legislative assemblies of the world, there are some groups termed the “loyal opposition.” I find no such principle in the gospel of Jesus Christ.

The Relief Society and the Church

Dallin H. Oaks · April 1992 · Saturday Afternoon Session

Open paragraph (D&C 38:27)

Only by unity can we follow the way of the Lord, who said, “Be one; and if ye are not one ye are not mine” (D&C 38:27).

Keeping the Temple Holy

Gordon B. Hinckley · April 1990 · General Priesthood Meeting

Open paragraph (D&C 38:27)

Loyalty to leadership is a cardinal requirement of all who serve in the army of the Lord.

Beware of Pride

Ezra Taft Benson · April 1989 · Saturday Morning Session

Open paragraph (D&C 38:27; 105:2)

Pride fades our feelings of sonship to God and brotherhood to man.

The Blessings of Being Unified

Hugh W. Pinnock · April 1987 · Sunday Morning Session

Open paragraph (D&C 38:27)

And the fourth, “If ye are not one ye are not mine” (D&C 38:27).

The Call of Duty

Thomas S. Monson · April 1986 · Priesthood Session

Open paragraph (D&C 38:27)

Whenever I have the privilege to attend this, the general priesthood meeting of the Church, I reflect on the teachings of some of the most noble of God’s leaders who have stood at this pulpit and who, from the brilliance of their minds, from the depths of their souls, and from the warmth of their hearts, have given us direction.

A Sacred Responsibility

Ezra Taft Benson · April 1986 · Sunday Afternoon Session

Open paragraph (D&C 38:27)

There is a great spirit of unity among the General Authorities of the Church.

Except Ye Are One

Gordon B. Hinckley · October 1983 · Saturday Morning Session

Open paragraph (D&C 38:27)

The Lord said that except ye are one, ye are not mine.

Unity

Marion G. Romney · April 1983 · Saturday Morning Session

Open paragraph (D&C 38:27)

Today we are the Church of Christ, and the Lord expects us to come to this same unity.

The Gospel of Jesus Christ and Basic Needs of People

James M. Paramore · April 1983 · Saturday Afternoon Session

Open paragraph (D&C 38:27)

In reality, in His church we are always home—home in the things we believe, the standards we hold dear, the spirit we need, and the help, security, and belonging that are there.

Enriching Family Life

James E. Faust · April 1983 · Priesthood Session

Open paragraph (D&C 38:27)

Brethren, I come humbly to this pulpit.

Welfare Services: The Savior’s Program

Marion G. Romney · October 1980 · General Welfare Session

Open paragraph (D&C 38:27)

Second, in order to work wholeheartedly together, we must counsel together.

Signs of the True Church

Mark E. Petersen · April 1979 · Saturday Afternoon Session

Open paragraph (D&C 38:27)

In the early part of still another year he said to his followers, “Be one; … if ye are not one ye are not mine” (D&C 38:27).

Becoming the Pure in Heart

Spencer W. Kimball · April 1978 · General Welfare Session

Open paragraph (D&C 38:27)

“Behold, this I have given unto you as a parable, and it is even as I am. I say unto you, be one; and if ye are not one ye are not mine.”

Proper Self-Management

Marvin J. Ashton · October 1976 · Sunday Morning Session

Open paragraph (D&C 38:27)

There needs to be a willingness and ability on the part of all of us to properly relate to others in families, neighborhoods, and organizations.

That We May Be One

Howard W. Hunter · April 1976 · Tuesday Afternoon Session

Open paragraph (D&C 38:27)

Within this Church there is a constant need for unity, for if we are not one, we are not his.

Church Welfare—Some Fundamentals

Marion G. Romney · October 1973 · Priesthood Session

Open paragraph (D&C 38:16, 27, 34)

“And now, I give unto the church in these parts a commandment, that certain men among them shall be appointed, and they shall look to the poor and the needy, and administer to their relief that they shall not suffer.