“We aren’t always going to fit in with the world, but being different in positive ways can be a lifeline to others who are struggling.” (Sharon Eubank, Relief Society General Presidency, “Turn On Your Light,” General Conference, October 2017)

“Turn on your light.” (Sharon Eubank, Relief Society General Presidency, “Turn On Your Light,” General Conference, October 2017)

“Righteousness emanates out to the world when we understand what God wants us to do and then we do it.” (Carol F. McConkie, Young Women General Presidency, “Here to Serve a Righteous Cause,” General Conference, October 2015)

“Your righteous example will be a source of great joy, regardless of your family circumstances. Your righteous choices will qualify you to make and keep sacred covenants that will bind your family together eternally.” (Mary N. Cook, Young Women General Presidency, “When You Save a Girl, You Save Generations,” General Conference, April 2013)

“When you live the standards and qualify for the constant companionship of the Holy Ghost, you can have a powerful impact in the world. Your example, even the light in your eyes, will influence others who see your ‘shine,’ and they will want to be like you.” (Elaine S. Dalton, Young Women General President, “Now Is the Time to Arise and Shine!” General Conference, April 2012)

“We must show our children and youth how to strengthen their faith and testimony of Jesus Christ by strengthening our own through studying the scriptures and through prayer, personally as well as with them.” (Mary N. Cook, Young Women General Presidency, “Be an Example of the Believers,” General Conference, October 2010)

“None of us will be the perfect example for our children, but we all can become worthy parents and leaders. Our striving to be worthy is an example in itself.” (Cheryl C. Lant, Recently Released Primary General President, “That Our Children Might See the Face of the Savior,” General Conference, April 2010)

“Look around you tonight for those who can help you on this path. They are friends who hold fast to the iron rod in spite of what the world is telling them, who know and live by the word of God and the words of His prophets, who stand in holy places and are not moved by the pressures of the world, who center their lives on the Savior and His atoning sacrifice, and who daily are striving to live righteously. These are your examples of the believers. Learn from them, and, young women, you can be an example of the believers to them and others.” (Mary N. Cook, Young Women General Presidency, “A Virtuous Life—Step by Step,” General Conference, April 2009)

“As you are faithful and righteous, others will look to you for support and strength.” (Elaine S. Dalton, Young Women General President, “At All Times, in All Things, and in All Places,” General Conference, April 2008)

“It is the daily consistent things you do that will strengthen you to be a leader and an example—daily prayer, daily scripture study, daily obedience, daily service to others. As you do these things, you will grow closer to the Savior and become more and more like Him. Like Moses and Abinadi and other faithful leaders, your face will glow with the fire of your faith.” (Elaine S. Dalton, Young Women General Presidency, “It Shows in Your Face,” General Conference, April 2006)

“Your light will be a standard to the nations, but I also believe your standards will be a light to the nations.” (Elaine S. Dalton, Young Women General Presidency, “It Shows in Your Face,” General Conference, April 2006)

“Will you show the world and the Lord that you believe by the way you dress, by the way you speak, by the way you respect your body, by the very purity of your lives?” (Elaine S. Dalton, Young Women General Presidency, “Believe!”, General Conference, April 2004)

“We need to practice living the gospel before the emergency so that, unafraid, we will be strong enough to help when others are being swept away by the current.” (Sharon Eubank, Relief Society General Presidency, “Turn On Your Light,” General Conference, October 2017)

“Spiritual preparation must be acquired individually, drop by drop, and cannot be shared.” (Mary N. Cook, Young Women General Presidency, “Seek Learning: You Have a Work to Do,” General Conference, April 2012)

“The time is now for you to diligently apply yourselves to increasing your spiritual knowledge–drop by drop–through prayer, scripture study, and obedience.” (Mary N. Cook, Young Women General Presidency, “Seek Learning: You Have a Work to Do,” General Conference, April 2012)

“Simply having fun is not lasting happiness. Living the gospel brings happiness. So does being a good neighbor, a devoted parent or child, and a valiant disciple of Christ.” (Cristina B. Franco, Primary General Presidency, “Be of Good Cheer,” Ensign, December 2019)

“As members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, we are blessed to know how and where true happiness is found. It is found in carefully living the gospel established by our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, and in striving to become more like Him.” (Becky Craven, Young Women General Presidency, “Careful versus Casual,” General Conference, April 2019)

“Deep and lasting happiness comes by intentionally and carefully living the gospel of Jesus Christ.” (Becky Craven, Young Women General Presidency, “Careful versus Casual,” General Conference, April 2019)

“Being happy doesn’t mean to slap a plastic smile on your face no matter what is going on. But it does mean keeping the laws of God and building and lifting others. When we build, when we lift the burden of others, it blesses our lives in ways our trials cannot take away.” (Sharon Eubank, Relief Society General Presidency, “Turn On Your Light,” General Conference, October 2017)

“There is an energy that comes from happiness and optimism that doesn’t just bless us–it builds everyone around us. Any small thing you do to light real happiness in others shows that you are already carrying the torch.” (Sharon Eubank, Relief Society General Presidency, “Turn On Your Light,” General Conference, October 2017)

“Heavenly Father’s plan of salvation is that we obey the laws and ordinances of the gospel and gain eternal life and thus become as God is. This is the true and lasting happiness Heavenly Father offers us. There is no other true and lasting happiness.” (Neill F. Marriott, Young Women General Presidency, “Abiding In God and Repairing the Breach,” General Conference, October 2017)

“As you fulfill your covenant responsibilities and participate in building the kingdom of God, blessings will flow into your life and you’ll discover the deep and lasting joy of discipleship.” (Bonnie L Oscarson, former Young Women General President, “Young Women in the Work,” General Conference, April 2018)

“Jesus instructs His disciples to keep His commandments because He knows that as we follow His example, we will begin to experience joy, and as we continue on His path, we will come to a fulness of joy.” (Jean B. Bingham, Relief Society General President, “That Your Joy Might Be Full,” General Conference, October 2017)

“Yielding to the Lord’s way is the only way to lasting happiness.” (Neill F. Marriott, Young Women General Presidency, “Yielding Our Hearts to God,” General Conference, October 2015)

“There is so much more of happiness to be had when we can rejoice in another’s successes and not just in our own.” (Barbara B. Smith, quoted in Linda K. Burton, Relief Society General President, “We’ll Ascend Together,” General Conference, April 2015)

“Every one of us can strengthen our faith in Jesus Christ on our individual journey and find joy.” (Rosemary M. Wixom, Primary General President, “Returning to Faith,” General Conference, April 2015)

“A wellspring of goodness, of strength and confidence is within us, and when we listen with a feeling of trust, we are raised up. We are healed. We not only survive, but we love life. We laugh; we enjoy; we go forward with faith.” (Kathleen H. Hughes, Relief Society General Presidency, “Blessed by Living Water,” General Conference, April 2003)

“Identifying what is holy and educating our desires for that is vital to our happiness.” (Sharon G. Larsen, Young Women General Presidency, “Standing in Holy Places,” General Conference, April 2002)

“We are all afflicted in some manner.” (Reyna I. Aburto, Relief Society General Presidency, “We Are The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints,” General Conference, April 2022)

“Our current challenging circumstances are not our final, eternal destination.” (Lisa L. Harkness, Primary General Presidency, “Peace, Be Still” General Conference, October 2020)

“We have every reason to rejoice, for our Lord and Savior is keenly aware of our troubles, cares, and sorrows. As Jesus was with His disciples of old, He is in our boat!” (Lisa L. Harkness, Primary General Presidency, “Peace, Be Still” General Conference, October 2020)

“There may be times when you, like the servant, find yourself struggling to see how God is working in your life—times when you feel under siege—when the trials of mortality bring you to your knees. Wait and trust in God and in His timing, because you can trust His heart with all of yours.” (Michelle D. Craig, “Eyes to See,” General Conference, October 2020)

“Your struggles do not define you, but they can refine you.” (Reyna I. Aburto, Relief Society General Presidency, “Thru Cloud and Sunshine, Lord, Abide with Me!”, General Conference, October 2019)

“When we open up about our emotional challenges, admitting we are not perfect, we give others permission to share their struggles. Together we realize there is hope and we do not have to suffer alone.” (Reyna I. Aburto, Relief Society General Presidency, “Thru Cloud and Sunshine, Lord, Abide with Me!”, General Conference, October 2019)

“When tragedies overtake us, when life hurts so much we can’t breathe, when we’ve taken a beating like the man on the road to Jericho and been left for dead, Jesus comes along and pours oil into our wounds, lifts us tenderly up, takes us to an inn, looks after us.” (Sharon Eubank, Relief Society General Presidency, “Christ: The Light That Shines in Darkness,” General Conference, April 2019)

“We can lose our trusting connection to God if trials drive us to distraction instead of sending us to our knees.” (Neill F. Marriott, Young Women General Presidency, “Abiding In God and Repairing the Breach,” General Conference, October 2017)

“Turning your thoughts outward, instead of dwelling on your own problems, may not resolve all of these issues, but service can often lighten your burdens and make your challenges seem less hard.” (Bonnie L Oscarson, former Young Women General President, “Young Women in the Work,” General Conference, April 2018)

“If the love we feel for the Savior and what He did for us is greater than the energy we give to weaknesses, self-doubts, or bad habits, then He will help us overcome the things which cause suffering in our lives. He saves us from ourselves.” (Joy D. Jones, Primary General President, “Value Beyond Measure,” General Conference, October 2017)

“Our mortal experiences offer us the opportunity to choose holiness.” (Carol F. McConkie, Young Women General Presidency, “The Beauty of Holiness,” General Conference, April 2017)

“In times of trouble, our prayers become a lifeline of love and tender mercy.” (Carol F. McConkie, Young Women General Presidency, “The Soul’s Sincere Desire,” General Conference, October 2016)

“What will it matter…what we suffered here if, in the end, those trials are the very things which qualify us for eternal life and exaltation in the kingdom of God with our Father and Savior?” (Linda S. Reeves, Relief Society General Presidency, “Worthy of Our Promised Blessings,” General Conference, October 2015)

“I do not know why we have the many trials that we have, but it is my personal feeling that the reward is so great, so eternal and everlasting, so joyful and beyond our understanding that in that day of reward, we may feel to say to our merciful, loving Father, ‘Was that all that was required?’” (Linda S. Reeves, Relief Society General Presidency, “Worthy of Our Promised Blessings,” General Conference, October 2015)

“The Lord allows us to be tried and tested, sometimes to our maximum capacity. We have seen the lives of loved ones–and maybe our own–figuratively burned to the ground and have wondered why a loving and caring Heavenly Father would allow such things to happen. But He does not leave us in the ashes; He stands with open arms, eagerly inviting us to come to Him. He is building our lives into magnificent temples where His Spirit can dwell eternally.” (Linda S. Reeves, Relief Society General Presidency, “Claim the Blessings of Your Covenants,” General Conference, October 2013)

“At different times in our lives, whether we are new converts to the Church or lifelong members, we may find that this vibrant enthusiasm has faded. Sometimes this happens when times are challenging and we must practice patience. Sometimes it happens at the peak of our prosperity and abundance. Whenever I have this feeling, I know I need to refocus my efforts on increasing my gospel knowledge and living gospel principles more fully in my life.” (Ann M. Dibb, Young Women General Presidency, “I Know It. I Live It. I Love It.” General Conference, October 2012)

“Why does the Lord allow suffering and adversity to come to us in this life? Simply put, it is part of the plan for our growth and progress! We ‘shouted for joy’ when we knew we would have the opportunity to come to earth to experience mortality.” (Linda K. Burton, Relief Society General President, “Is Faith in the Atonement of Jesus Christ Written in Our Hearts?” General Conference, October 2012)

“Many today live in circumstances that are not ideal. We continue to teach and strive for the ideal because we know that continually striving will keep us progressing along the path and prepare us for opportunities to receive all promised blessings as we ‘wait upon the Lord.'” (Carole M. Stephens, Relief Society General Presidency, “Wide Awake to Our Duties,” General Conference, October 2012)

“Each of us has had and will continue to have adversity in our lives. This mortal life is a time of testing, and we will continue to have opportunities to use our agency to choose what we will learn from the adversity that will surely come.” (Carole M. Stephens, Relief Society General Presidency, “Wide Awake to Our Duties,” General Conference, October 2012)

“Our Heavenly Father and our Savior, Jesus Christ, know us and love us. They know when we are in pain or suffering in any way. They do not say, “It’s OK that you’re in pain right now because soon everything is going to be all right. You will be healed, or your husband will find a job, or your wandering child will come back.” They feel the depth of our suffering, and we can feel of Their love and compassion in our suffering.” (Linda S. Reeves, Relief Society General Presidency, “The Lord Has Not Forgotten You,” General Conference, October 2012)

The Lord “has not forgotten you! Whatever sin or weakness or pain or struggle or trial you are going through, He knows and understands those very moments.” (Linda S. Reeves, Relief Society General Presidency, “The Lord Has Not Forgotten You,” General Conference, October 2012)

“Despite popular media messages to the contrary, no one is rich enough, beautiful enough, or clever enough to avoid a mortal experience.” (Julie B. Beck, Relief Society General President, “And upon the Handmaids in Those Days Will I Pour Out My Spirit,” General Conference, April 2010)

“In the scriptures there are very few stories of individuals who lived in blissful happiness and experienced no opposition. We learn and grow by overcoming challenges with faith, persistence, and personal righteousness.” (Ann M. Dibb, Young Women General Presidency, “Hold On,” General Conference, October 2009)

“Jesus’s disciples on the Sea of Galilee had to toil in rowing against a contrary wind all through the night before Jesus finally came to their aid. He did not come until the ‘fourth watch,’ meaning near dawn. Yet He did come.” (Susan W. Tanner, Recently Released Young Women General President, “My Soul Delighteth in the Things of the Lord,” General Conference, April 2008)

“The gospel promises us a rock in the storms and whirlwinds, not an umbrella.” (Susan W. Tanner, Young Women General President, “Glad Tidings from Cumorah,” General Conference, April 2005)

“Dark and difficult experiences help us to feel the light from Heavenly Father’s love.” (Gayle M. Clegg, Primary General Presidency, “The Light of His Love,” General Conference, April 2003)

“We can choose to turn to the Savior today for the strength and healing that will enable us to fulfill all that we were sent here to do.” (Susan H. Porter, Primary General Presidency, “Lessons at the Well,” General Conference, April 2022)

“Waves of fear can distract us, causing us to forget God’s goodness, thus leaving our perspective short-sighted and out of focus. Yet it is in these rough stretches of our journey that our faith can be not only tried but fortified.” (Lisa L. Harkness, Primary General Presidency, “Peace, Be Still” General Conference, October 2020)

“Regardless of our circumstances, we can intentionally make efforts to build and increase our faith in Jesus Christ. It is strengthened when we remember that we are children of God and that He loves us. Our faith grows as we experiment on the word of God with hope and diligence, trying our very best to follow Christ’s teachings. Our faith increases as we choose to believe rather than doubt, forgive rather than judge, repent rather than rebel. Our faith is refined as we patiently rely on the merits and mercy and grace of the Holy Messiah.” (Lisa L. Harkness, Primary General Presidency, “Peace, Be Still” General Conference, October 2020)

“Faith in the Lord Jesus Christ is gritty and resilient. It helps us sift through unimportant distractions. It encourages us to keep moving along the covenant path. Faith pushes through discouragement and allows us to face the future with resolve and squared shoulders. It prompts us to ask for rescue and relief as we pray to the Father in the name of His Son. And when prayerful pleas seem to go unanswered, our persistent faith in Jesus Christ produces patience, humility, and the ability to reverently utter the words ‘Thy will be done.’” (Lisa L. Harkness, Primary General Presidency, “Peace, Be Still” General Conference, October 2020)

“How are you going to increase your faith, like the brother of Jared, so your stones can be turned into light?” (Sharon Eubank, Relief Society General Presidency, “Christ: The Light That Shines in Darkness,” General Conference, April 2019)

“This is not the stage in our eternal development where we have all answers. It is the stage where we develop our assurance (or sometimes our hope) in the evidence of things not seen. Assurance comes in ways that aren’t always easy to analyze, but there is light in our darkness.” (Sharon Eubank, Relief Society General Presidency, “Christ: The Light That Shines in Darkness,” General Conference, April 2019)

“Take a few more steps on the covenant path, even if it’s too dark to see very far. The lights will come back on.” (Sharon Eubank, Relief Society General Presidency, “Christ: The Light That Shines in Darkness,” General Conference, April 2019)

“Each of us needs to be better at articulating the reasons for our faith. How do you feel about Jesus Christ? Why do you stay in the Church? Why do you believe the Book of Mormon is scripture? Where do you get your peace? Why does it matter that the prophet has something to say in 2017? How do you know he is a real prophet? Use your voice and your power to articulate what you know and feel–on social media, in quiet conversations with your friends, when you’re chatting with your grandchildren.” (Sharon Eubank, Relief Society General Presidency, “Turn On Your Light,” General Conference, October 2017)

The Father “wants us to change our selfishness into service, our fears into faith.” (Neill F. Marriott, Young Women General Presidency, “Abiding In God and Repairing the Breach,” General Conference, October 2017)

“Our faith in Jesus Christ enables us to meet any challenge.” (Carole M. Stephens, Relief Society General Presidency, “The Master Healer,” General Conference, October 2016)

“Prayer is essential to developing faith.” (Carol F. McConkie, Young Women General Presidency, “The Soul’s Sincere Desire,” General Conference, October 2016)

“We will be exceedingly blessed if we exercise faith and patience and go to our Heavenly Father, the source of all truth, with our concerns. So many answers and assurances can come through daily searching and studying the scriptures and with sincere and pleading prayer.” (Linda S. Reeves, Relief Society General Presidency, “Worthy of Our Promised Blessings,” General Conference, October 2015)

“We will have to do our best to hold on to whatever light and truth we currently have, especially in difficult circumstances. The answers to our prayers may not come dramatically, but we must find quiet moments to seek greater light and truth. And when we receive it, it is our responsibility to live it, to share it, and to defend it.” (Cheryl A. Esplin, Primary General Presidency, “Filling Our Homes with Light and Truth,” General Conference, April 2015)

“Every one of us can strengthen our faith in Jesus Christ on our individual journey and find joy.” (Rosemary M. Wixom, Primary General President, “Returning to Faith,” General Conference, April 2015)

“We too may wonder, ‘Is Heavenly Father really there?’ only to rejoice…when the answers come in quiet, simple assurances. I testify that those simple assurances come as His will becomes ours.” (Rosemary M. Wixom, Primary General President, “Returning to Faith,” General Conference, April 2015)

“Our small acts of faith and service are how most of us can continue in God and eventually bring eternal light and glory to our family, our friends, and our associates.” (Neill F. Marriott, Young Women General Presidency, “Sharing Your Light,” General Conference, October 2014)

“You may feel at times that you are living in flat light, unable to see what lies ahead of you. Learning by faith will give you confidence and will help you navigate your way through times of uncertainty.” (Mary N. Cook, Young Women General Presidency, “Seek Learning: You Have a Work to Do,” General Conference, April 2012)

“Our Heavenly Father expects those who are strong to strengthen the weak, and your own faith will be strengthened as you strengthen and care for His children.” (Silvia H. Allred, Relief Society General Presidency, “Steadfast and Immovable,” General Conference, October 2010)

“Your foundation of faith must be firmly centered on Jesus Christ. Having that kind of faith means you rely on Him, you trust in Him, and even though you do not understand all things, you know that He does.” (Elaine S. Dalton, Young Women General President, “At All Times, in All Things, and in All Places,” General Conference, April 2008)

“Faith in the Lord Jesus Christ will strengthen and help your testimony grow, and you will be able to rise above the evils of the world and maintain your position of righteousness.” (Mary N. Cook, Young Women General Presidency, “Anchors of Testimony,” General Conference, April 2008)

“Strengthen your faith by following this pattern of prayer, study, and obedience to the commandments.” (Mary N. Cook, Young Women General Presidency, “Anchors of Testimony,” General Conference, April 2008)

“As we pray and express gratitude to a loving but unseen Heavenly Father, we are also expressing our faith in Him. Gratitude is our sweet acknowledgment of the Lord’s hand in our lives; it is an expression of our faith.” (Bonnie D. Parkin, Recently Released Relief Society General President, “Gratitude: A Path to Happiness,” General Conference, April 2007)

“I have written in the margin of my scriptures, ‘Be a disturber!’ Trust in your Heavenly Father’s care.” (Elaine S. Dalton, Young Women General Presidency, “He Knows You by Name,” General Conference, April 2005)

“Faith is the most personal reflection of adoration for—and devotion to—our Heavenly Father and His Only Begotten Son, Jesus Christ.” (Anne C. Pingree, Relief Society General Presidency, “Seeing the Promises Afar Off,” General Conference, October 2003)

“Faith, the spiritual ability to be persuaded of promises that are seen ‘afar off’ but that may not be attained in this life, is a sure measure of those who truly believe.” (Anne C. Pingree, Relief Society General Presidency, “Seeing the Promises Afar Off,” General Conference, October 2003)

“It matters not where we live or what our individual circumstances may be. Each day our righteous living can demonstrate a faith in Jesus Christ that sees beyond mortal heartaches, disappointments, and unfulfilled promises.” (Anne C. Pingree, Relief Society General Presidency, “Seeing the Promises Afar Off,” General Conference, October 2003)

“A woman of faith loves the Lord. She wants Him to know it by the life she lives, by the words she speaks, by the service she renders to His children, by her every action. She knows that He loves her even though she is imperfect and still trying to be better.” (Margaret D. Nadauld, “A Woman of Faith,” General Conference, October 2002)

“The Lamb of God, also known as the Good Shepherd, knows each of His flock. In our moments of need, He often sends earthly angels … to wrap and encircle us in the arms of His love.” (Becky Craven, Young Women General Presidency, “A Swaddle and a Heavenly Hug,” 2020 First Presidency Christmas Devotional)

“God is cheering for us. He wants us to return to Him. He knows us personally. He knows you. He loves us. He is always aware of us and blesses us even when we feel we don’t deserve it. He knows what we need and when we need it.” (Laudy Ruth Kaouk, member, “How the Priesthood Blesses Youth,” General Conference, April 2020)

“You are literally the spirit daughters of Heavenly Parents, and nothing can separate you from Their love and the love of your Savior. As you draw closer to Him, even taking the smallest baby steps forward, you will discover the lasting peace that settles into your soul as a faithful disciple of our Savior, Jesus Christ.” (Bonnie H. Cordon, Young Women General President, “Beloved Daughters,” General Conference, October 2019)

“What better way is there to feed His sheep than to help them feel His love–through you?” (Bonnie H. Cordon, Young Women General President, “Becoming a Shepherd,” General Conference, October 2018)

“We want to be encircled in the arms of our Heavenly Father’s love and guidance, and so we put His will first and with a broken heart plead that Christ will pour streams of cleansing water into our pitcher. At first it may come drop by drop, but as we seek, ask, and obey, it will come abundantly. This living water will begin to fill us, and brimming with His love, we can tip the pitcher of our soul and share its contents with others who thirst for healing, hope, and belonging. As our inner pitcher becomes clean, our earthly relationships begin to heal.” (Neill F. Marriott, Young Women General Presidency, “Abiding In God and Repairing the Breach,” General Conference, October 2017)

“Numbering, however, is not really about numbers; it is about making certain each person feels the love of the Savior through someone who serves for Him. In that way, all can recognize that they are known by a loving Father in Heaven.” (Bonnie H Cordon, Young Women General President, “Becoming a Shepherd,” General Conference, October 2018)

“Jesus Christ is the perfect embodiment of charity. His premortal offering to be our Savior, His interactions throughout His mortal life, His supernal gift of the Atonement, and His continual efforts to bring us back to our Heavenly Father are the ultimate expressions of charity.” (Jean B. Bingham, Primary General Presidency, “I Will Bring the Light of the Gospel into My Home,” General Conference, October 2016)

“Do you know deep in your heart that your Heavenly Father loves you and desires you and those you love to be with Him?” (Carole M. Stephens, Relief Society General Presidency, “The Family Is of God,” General Conference, April 2015)

“In a way we can’t fully comprehend, we are known and loved individually by Him [God]. Think of it–each of us holds such a place in His heart. His desire is that we will choose the path that will bring us home to Him.” (Jean A. Stephens, Primary General Presidency, “Covenant Daughters of God,” General Conference, October 2014)

“Temples are an expression of God’s love. He invites us all to come, learn of Him, feel His love, and receive the priesthood ordinances necessary for eternal life with Him.” (Jean A. Stephens, Primary General Presidency, “Covenant Daughters of God,” General Conference, October 2014)

“Our Father in Heaven reaches out for each of us with His infinite love.” (Jean A. Stevens, Primary General Presidency, “Fear Not; I Am with Thee,” General Conference, April 2014)

“We are beloved spirit sons and daughters of heavenly parents, with a divine nature and destiny. Our Savior, Jesus Christ, loved us enough to give His life for us. His Atonement provides the way for us to progress on the path to our heavenly home, through sacred priesthood ordinances and covenants.” (Carole M. Stephens, Relief Society General Presidency, “Do We Know What We Have?” General Conference, October 2013)

“The Lord has a plan for each of our lives. Nothing that happens is a shock or a surprise to Him. He is all-knowing and all-loving. He is eager to help us, to comfort us, and to ease our pain as we rely on the power of the Atonement and honor our covenants.” (Linda S. Reeves, Relief Society General Presidency, “Claim the Blessings of Your Covenants,” General Conference, October 2013)

“Remember the nature of our Heavenly Father, whose love is perfect and infinite. He wants to build us up, not tear us down.” (Linda S. Reeves, Relief Society General Presidency, “Claim the Blessings of Your Covenants,” General Conference, October 2013)

“Our love for the gospel grows as we experience the love of our Father in Heaven and the peace promised by the Savior as we show Him we are willing to obey and follow Him.” (Ann M. Dibb, Young Women General Presidency, “I Know It. I Live It. I Love It.” General Conference, October 2012)

“Heavenly Father loves us and knows our unique circumstances and abilities. Although we seek His help daily through prayer, it is usually through another person that He meets our needs.” (Silvia H. Allred, Relief Society General Presidency, “The Essence of Discipleship,” General Conference, April 2011)

“The Lord loves you. He knows your hopes and your disappointments. He will not forget you because your pains and your suffering are continually before Him.” (Silvia H. Allred, Relief Society General Presidency, “Steadfast and Immovable,” General Conference, October 2010)

“The greatest expression of God’s love for us was His willingness to send His Beloved Son, Jesus Christ, to atone for our sins, to be our Savior and Redeemer.” (Silvia H. Allred, Relief Society General Presidency, “Steadfast and Immovable,” General Conference, October 2010)

“As we are filled with the love of the Lord, we can love. He might weep over what we do, but He loves us and is always there to help us. That is how we must learn to love our children.” (Cheryl C. Lant, Recently Released Primary General President, “That Our Children Might See the Face of the Savior,” General Conference, April 2010)

“Heavenly Father knows and loves each of you. If you turn to Him, He will not fail you! He will bless you with the strength and the courage you will need to complete your journey back to Him.” (Ann M. Dibb, Young Women General President, “Be of a Good Courage,” General Conference, April 2010)

“It is through you that God’s perfect love for each and all of His children is made manifest.” (Silvia H. Allred, Relief Society General Presidency, “Every Woman Needs Relief Society,” General Conference, October 2009)

“Most of you work very hard to perform your duty, to keep the commandments, and to obey the Lord. You need to be able to recognize the Lord’s approval. You need to know that the Lord is well pleased and has accepted your offering.” (Barbara Thompson, Relief Society General Presidency, “Mind the Gap,” General Conference, October 2009)

“God loves you; He is mindful of you; He has a plan for you. He needs you to serve His children.” (Barbara Thompson, Relief Society General Presidency, “Mind the Gap,” General Conference, October 2009)

“Each one of us is entitled—and needs—to feel the Lord’s love in her life daily.” (Bonnie D. Parkin, Relief Society General President, “Eternally Encircled in His Love,” General Conference, October 2006)

“Our Heavenly Father loved us before we came to this earth. I know that He loves us, sisters, as does His Son, Jesus Christ. That love will never change—it is constant. You can rely on it. We can trust it.” (Bonnie D. Parkin, Relief Society General President, “Eternally Encircled in His Love,” General Conference, October 2006)

“The Lord’s love is often delivered through others as they respond to promptings of the Spirit.” (Bonnie D. Parkin, Relief Society General President, “Eternally Encircled in His Love,” General Conference, October 2006)

“Sometimes we see the Lord’s love only in the big events of our lives; we must also see His love in the smallest of things.” (Bonnie D. Parkin, Relief Society General President, “Eternally Encircled in His Love,” General Conference, October 2006)

“The Lord is everywhere when we open our eyes and hearts to His love.” (Kathleen H. Hughes, Relief Society General Presidency, “Remembering the Lord’s Love,” General Conference, October 2006)

“My prayer for each of us is that we will remember when the Lord has spoken His peace to us and has encircled us in the arms of His love. And just as important, will you, if you haven’t felt that love for a while, seek to see it and feel it as you go about the ordinary tasks of your life. As you do this, over the days and months and years of your life, the memories of those interactions with the Lord will become sweet gifts to open a second time—or many times—to bolster you when life is difficult.” (Kathleen H. Hughes, Relief Society General Presidency, “Remembering the Lord’s Love,” General Conference, October 2006)

“If I could have one thing happen for each of you, it would be that you feel the love of the Lord in your life daily.” (Bonnie D. Parkin, Relief Society General President, “Sweet Moments,” General Conference, October 2005)

“You may not have heard the Lord call you by name, but He knows each one of you and He knows your name.” (Elaine S. Dalton, Young Women General Presidency, “He Knows You by Name,” General Conference, April 2005)

“Charity is our love for the Lord, shown through our acts of service, patience, compassion, and understanding for one another.” (Bonnie D. Parkin, Relief Society General President, “Choosing Charity: That Good Part,” General Conference, October 2003)

“Heavenly Father understands us individually. He knows how to love each of us in the way we most need it. Sometimes we feel His love through our parents, teachers, and friends. Sometimes we feel His love through the promptings of the Holy Ghost. Sometimes we feel His love through music and hugs, through scriptures and prayers.” (Gayle M. Clegg, Primary General Presidency, “The Light of His Love,” General Conference, April 2003)

“If I could have one thing happen for every woman in this Church, it would be that they would feel the love of the Lord in their lives daily.” (Bonnie D. Parkin, Relief Society General President, “Feel the Love of the Lord,” General Conference, October 2003)

“Let us follow Jesus Christ’s invitation to bring ourselves and our afflictions to Him. When we come to Him and bring those we love to Him, He sees our faith. He will make them whole, and He will make us whole.” (Reyna I. Aburto, Relief Society General Presidency, “We Are The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints,” General Conference, April 2022)

“Listening with love is one of the greatest gifts we can offer, and we may be able to help carry or lift the heavy clouds that suffocate our loved ones and friends so that, through our love, they can once again feel the Holy Ghost and perceive the light that emanates from Jesus Christ.” (Reyna I. Aburto, Relief Society General Presidency, “Thru Cloud and Sunshine, Lord, Abide with Me!”, General Conference, October 2019)

“It is an unwavering requirement of Christian disciples and Latter-day Saints to show true love to one another.” (Sharon Eubank, Relief Society General Presidency, “Christ: The Light That Shines in Darkness,” General Conference, April 2019)

“Love is made sacred through sacrifice.” (Cristina B. Franco, Primary General Presidency, “The Joy of Unselfish Service,” General Conference, October 2018)

“It is now, with our mortal limitations, that the Father asks us to love when loving is most difficult, to serve when serving is inconvenient, to forgive when forgiving is soul stretching. How? How will we do it? We earnestly reach for Heavenly Father’s help, in the name of His Son, and do things His way instead of pridefully asserting our own will.” (Neill F. Marriott, Young Women General Presidency, “Abiding In God and Repairing the Breach,” General Conference, October 2017)

“We want to be encircled in the arms of our Heavenly Father’s love and guidance, and so we put His will first and with a broken heart plead that Christ will pour streams of cleansing water into our pitcher. At first it may come drop by drop, but as we seek, ask, and obey, it will come abundantly. This living water will begin to fill us, and brimming with His love, we can tip the pitcher of our soul and share its contents with others who thirst for healing, hope, and belonging. As our inner pitcher becomes clean, our earthly relationships begin to heal.” (Neill F. Marriott, Young Women General Presidency, “Abiding In God and Repairing the Breach,” General Conference, October 2017)

“Healing emotional distance between each other will require our acceptance of God’s love, coupled with a sacrifice of our natural selfish and fearful tendencies.” (Neill F. Marriott, Young Women General Presidency, “Abiding In God and Repairing the Breach,” General Conference, October 2017)

“The building of hope and faith and even greater love between receiver and giver are inevitable results of true charity.” (Jean B. Bingham, Primary General Presidency, “I Will Bring the Light of the Gospel into My Home,” General Conference, October 2016)

“One of the most significant ways we can develop and demonstrate love for our neighbor is through being generous in our thoughts and words.” (Jean B. Bingham, Primary General Presidency, “I Will Bring the Light of the Gospel into My Home,” General Conference, October 2016)

“Our obligation and privilege is to embrace improvement in everyone as we strive to become more like our Savior, Jesus Christ.” (Jean B. Bingham, Primary General Presidency, “I Will Bring the Light of the Gospel into My Home,” General Conference, October 2016)

“Choosing to say only that which is positive about–and to–others lifts and strengthens those around us and helps others follow in the Savior’s way.” (Jean B. Bingham, Primary General Presidency, “I Will Bring the Light of the Gospel into My Home,” General Conference, October 2016)

“When we see our own imperfections more clearly, we are less inclined to view others “through a glass, darkly.” We want to use the light of the gospel to see others as the Savior does–with compassion, hope, and charity. The day will come when we will have a complete understanding of others’ hearts and will be grateful to have mercy extended to us–just as we extend charitable thoughts and words to others during this life.” (Jean B. Bingham, Primary General Presidency, “I Will Bring the Light of the Gospel into My Home,” General Conference, October 2016)

“The greatest form of charity may be to withhold judgment.” (Sandra Rogers, quoted in Jean B. Bingham, Primary General Presidency, “I Will Bring the Light of the Gospel into My Home,” General Conference, October 2016)

“I invite you to not only love each other more but love each other better.” (Bonnie D. Parkin, quoted in Bonnie L. Oscarson, Young Women General President, “Sisterhood: Oh, How We Need Each Other,” General Conference, April 2014)

“We must cherish one another, watch over one another, comfort one another and gain instruction, that we may all sit down in heaven together.” (Lucy Mack Smith, quoted in Linda K. Burton, Relief Society General President, “The Power, Joy, and Love of Covenant Keeping,” General Conference, October 2013)

“Take a moment to think of another daughter of God who needs encouragement to get back on the covenant path or who needs a little help to stay on the path. Ask your Father in Heaven about her. She is His daughter. He knows her by name. He also knows you, and He will tell you what she needs.” (Carole M. Stephens, Relief Society General Presidency, “We Have Great Reason to Rejoice,” General Conference, October 2013)

“As we choose to be kind, caring, generous, patient, accepting, forgiving, inclusive, and selfless, we discover we are abounding in charity.” (Silvia H. Allred, Relief Society General Presidency, “Charity Never Faileth,” General Conference, October 2011)

“All women in Relief Society can be filled with love, knowing that their small acts of charity have a healing power for others and for themselves. They come to know with certainty that charity is the pure love of Christ and never faileth.” (Silvia H. Allred, Relief Society General Presidency, “Charity Never Faileth,” General Conference, October 2011)

“We must love one another and serve one another. This is, in fact, the essence of discipleship in the true Church of Jesus Christ.” (Silvia H. Allred, Relief Society General Presidency, “The Essence of Discipleship,” General Conference, April 2011)

“When love becomes the guiding principle in our care for others, our service to them becomes the gospel in action. It is the gospel in its finest moment. It is pure religion.” (Silvia H. Allred, Relief Society General Presidency, “The Essence of Discipleship,” General Conference, April 2011)

“Love those in your class. Often the child who is the most disruptive needs your love the most.” (Margaret S. Lifferth, Primary General Presidency, “Respect and Reverence,” General Conference, April 2009)

“We draw closer to the Savior as we encircle others in loving arms.” (Anne C. Pingree, Relief Society General Presidency, “To Look, Reach, and Come unto Christ,” General Conference, October 2006)

“To become consistently charitable is a lifelong quest, but each act of love changes us and those who offer it.” (Kathleen H. Hughes, Relief Society General Presidency, “That We May All Sit Down in Heaven Together,” General Conference, October 2005)

“The greatest manifestation of charity is the Atonement of Jesus Christ, granted to us as a gift. Our diligent seeking for this gift requires that we not only are willing to receive it but are willing to share it as well.” (Kathleen H. Hughes, Relief Society General Presidency, “That We May All Sit Down in Heaven Together,” General Conference, October 2005)

“We simply cannot criticize, gossip, or judge and keep the pure love of Christ.” (Bonnie D. Parkin, Relief Society General President, “Choosing Charity: That Good Part,” General Conference, October 2003)

“We can alter the face of the earth one family and one home at a time through charity, our small and simple acts of pure love.” (Anne C. Pingree, Relief Society General Presidency, “Charity: One Family, One Home at a Time,” General Conference, October 2002)

“The most important acts of charity are small and simple in nature, eternal in consequence, and are rendered within the walls of our own homes.” (Anne C. Pingree, Relief Society General Presidency, “Charity: One Family, One Home at a Time,” General Conference, October 2002)

Each of us needs to be better at articulating the reasons for our faith. How do you feel about Jesus Christ? Why do you stay in the Church? Why do you believe the Book of Mormon is scripture? Where do you get your peace? Why does it matter that the prophet has something to say in 2017? How do you know he is a real prophet? Use your voice and your power to articulate what you know and feel–on social media, in quiet conversations with your friends, when you’re chatting with your grandchildren. (Sharon Eubank, Relief Society General Presidency, “Turn On Your Light,” General Conference, October 2017)

The Father “wants us to change our selfishness into service, our fears into faith.” (Neill F. Marriott, Young Women General Presidency, “Abiding In God and Repairing the Breach,” General Conference, October 2017)

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