Bermuda Ward Sunday Sampler - 1/24/21
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Sacrament Meeting - Ward Conference
Bishop Burnham read the following letter from President Peterson:
As each of us receive a daily barrage of information, we felt the importance to share council that is applicable to us all regarding the need to be wise in searching for truth. Some of these messages are reliable, some erroneous, and others may be fraudulent.
Please see the note below with the First Presidency's message and below that council as found in the Church Handbook of Instruction, which is available to all members of the Church at ChurchofJesusChrist.org.
A message from the First Presidency and Quorum of the Twelve Apostles of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.
Principles of government that allow God’s children to maintain human dignity and freedom belong to all mankind. "And that law of the land which is constitutional, supporting that principle of freedom in maintaining rights and privileges, belongs to all mankind, and is justifiable before me." Doctrine and Covenants 98:5
With great concern we observe the political and cultural divisions in the United States and around the world. We condemn violence and lawless behavior, including the recent violence in Washington, D.C. and any suggestion of further violence. While The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints is neutral in matters of party politics, we remind our members—whatever their individual political views—to be united in our commitment to the Savior, Jesus Christ, and His teachings. As His followers, we should treat one another and all of God’s children with respect, dignity, and love. No political or other affiliation should supersede that covenant and sacred responsibility.
We urge all people to remember the precious and fragile nature of freedom and peace. As citizens of the United States look ahead to the Inauguration of a new President, we urge our members to honor democratic institutions and processes, and to obey, honor, and sustain the law (see Articles of Faith 1:12).
Church Handbook of Instructions 38.8.45
Seeking Information from Reliable Sources
In today’s world, information is easy to access and share. This can be a great blessing for those seeking to be educated and informed. However, many sources of information are unreliable and do not edify. Some sources seek to promote anger, contention, fear, or baseless conspiracy theories (see 3 Nephi 11:30; Mosiah 2:32). Therefore, it is important that Church members be wise as they seek truth.
Members of the Church should seek out and share only credible, reliable, and factual sources of information. They should avoid sources that are speculative or founded on rumor. The guidance of the Holy Ghost, along with careful study, can help members discern between truth and error (see Doctrine and Covenants 11:12; 45:57).
Austin Hunt
The word remember is used 278 times in the scriptures.
We grow mentally, physically, and spiritually.
Sometimes it’s hard to tell if it’s from your own mind or of the Spirit.
We need to learn how Christ speaks to us.
Memories of your testimony can be relied on later in life to help you come back to Christ.
His older brother, Andrew, used to turn on an EFY cd that still plays in his head.
The trials from your past can be experiences you can rely on later.
Matt Pierce
His family has been in the ward for 4 1/2 years
He’s a landscaper and likes trees the best.
Also, Chinese Bamboo
The German government would not allow the members in the area to have printed religious materials. President Monson went there to type out a memorized version of the church's handbook. After he was there and typing for hours, he got up to stretch and found that there was already a handbook there.
When should a tree be planted? 20 years ago. Or today.
This week our families are studying: D&C 6-9 "This Is the Spirit of Revelation"
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