182nd General Conference, Sat. AM

These are the notes I took from this October's General Conference Session(s). This is probably not the whole "jist" of these talks, but these are the thoughts that struck me. They may not make much sense to you. Some thoughts are short, some not so short. They may seem out-of-order -ish. Please, just take them for what they are.

Announcements:
* Missionary Age for young men went from 19 to 18.
Missionary Age for young women went from 21 to 19.

* Two New Temples:
Tuscon, Arizona
Arequipa, Peru

* Quentin L. Cook, Quorum of the Twelve Apostles
-Immersion in scriptures heals hurt feelings, hateful feelings, etc.
-"When you are sick, THEN you will listen to the doctor"
-Never forsake the Master
-Disrespect in the home is not acceptable!
-Moral issues are to be addressed [taught] in the Home
-Through repentence, you can qualify...
-The Atonement!

* Ann M. Dibb, 2nd Counselor in the General Young Women Pres.
-"Im a Mormon! Are you?" T-shirt story
-Confidence in our religion - Who we are!
-"I'm a Mormon! I know it! I live it! I love it!"
-Paul, "I Am Not Ashamed!"
-Strength, Discipline, Commitment?
-Feast on the scriptures
-Doers of the Word - Faith, Obedience
-Everyone is imperfect - Do you Best
-Humility and submission to the Father's will, most difficult principle to apply

* Craig C. Christensen, of the Seventy
-Holy Ghost knows us as the Savior and God do - our thoughts and our heart's intent
-He is to bear witness, teach truth, comfort
-God, Jesus, and Holy Ghost are ONE in purpose
-Act without delay!
-Power of vs Gift of

* Shayne M. Bowen, of the Seventy
(Especially powerful talk!)
-"Too pure, too lovely to live on this earth" -death of babies and young children
-Get rid of those DESTRUCTIVE feelings NOW! (I could have..., I should have...)
-Self-pity is destructive, anger is destructive
-Pray for heart to change
-Great blessings <--- Prove faith -The veil is thin -Continue with good cheer... -Christ can turn sour to sweet -Love deeply. Love eternally. :) -Sorrow ---> Joy
-He will not leave us comfortless
-Rely on the Atonement!

* Russell M. Nelson, Quorum of the Twelve Apostles
-worthiness AND preparation
- ...add more! (To other values)
-Missionaries - a Heaven-sent resource; learn from them!
-Ask the Missionaries - they can help you!

* Dieter F. Uchtdorf, 2nd Counselor of the First Pres.
(Always a favorite!)
-We are mortal! A suprise? :D
-Any regrets?
-We wear our bussiness as a badge of honor?
-Live each day with purpose
-Know the value of those you meet, give them the gift of your time, love
-Give BEST self to those who are important
-"We are capable of more!"
-Illuminate our Paths: Family prayer, Family scripture study, Family activities - DO IT for great blessings!
-Pursuit of holiness and happiness vs Pursuit of regret
-"Let ourselves be happier!"
-"Its not a race, its a journey"
-"Enjoy the Moment"
(Mom's quote to me back in April: "Enjoy the Journey")
-Do not focus on the finish line - we'll fail to find joy in the journey
-Happiness is available NOW!
-Rejoice and be glad
-Embrace and cherish
-See and appreciate
-Give thanks in all things
-Resolve to be happy, regardless...