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See highlights from the Sunday afternoon session of October 2018 general conference
By Rachel Sterzer
In a general conference already hallmarked for the impactful announcement of the revised Sunday meeting schedule, the concluding session was also distinguished by historic news.
Attendees wave to general authorities after the Saturday afternoon session of the 188th Semiannual General Conference of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in the Conference Center in downtown Salt Lake City on Sunday, Oct. 7, 2018.
President Russell M. Nelson: 'Becoming Exemplary Latter-day Saints'
"I urge you to study these messages, commencing this week. They express the mind and the will of the Lord for His people today," said President Russell M. Nelson in his October 2018 general conference closing remarks.
President Russell M. Nelson gives his closing remarks during October 2018 general conference.
'Like we had just scored a goal in the World Cup': What the temple announcement meant to Church members across the globe
By Jason Swensen
President Nelson announced the locations to 12 new temples on Oct. 7 during October 2018 general conference.
Mark Richey reacts to the announcement of 12 new temples during the Sunday afternoon session of the 188th Semiannual General Conference of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in the Conference Center in downtown Salt Lake City on Sunday, Oct. 7, 2018.
Elder Jack N. Gerard: 'Now is the Time'
Life's many offerings may offer interest and entertainment, but most have little to do with one's eternal progress, taught Elder Jack N. Gerard, General Authority Seventy, during the October 2018 general conference.
Elder Jack N. Gerard gives his address, "Now is the Time," during the Sunday afternoon session of October 2018 general conference.
Elder Matthew L. Carpenter: 'Wilt Thou Be Made Whole?'
By Marianne Holman Prescott
Elder Matthew L. Carpenter, General Authority Seventy, speoke in the Sunday afternoon session of general conference on the topic, 'Wilt Thou Be Made Whole?'
Elder Matthew L. Carpenter speaks during the Sunday afternoon session of October 2018 general conference.
Elder Robert C. Gay: 'Taking Upon Ourselves the Name of Jesus Christ'
Elder Robert C. Gay spoke about the importance of taking on the name of Christ and trusting in Him during his October 2018 general conference address.
Elder Robert C. Gay delivers a message during the Sunday afternoon session of October 2018 general conference.
Brother Brian K. Ashton: 'The Father'
Having a correct idea of Heavenly Father's character, perfections and attributes is essential to exercising faith sufficient to obtain exaltation.
Brother Brian K. Ashton speaks during the Sunday afternoon session of October 2018 general conference.
President Henry B. Eyring: 'Try, Try, Try'
President Henry B. Eyring, second counselor in the First Presidency, offered encouragement during trials during the Sunday afternoon session of general conference on Oct. 7.
President Henry B. Eyring, second counselor in the First Presidency, gives an address in the Sunday afternoon session of October 2018 general conference.
President Russell M. Nelson: 'The Correct Name of the Church'
President Russell M. Nelson speaks on the he correct name of the Church in the Sunday morning session of the October 2018 general conference.
President Russell M. Nelson delivers his address, "The Correct Name of the Church," during October 2018 general conference.
Elder Shayne M. Bowen: 'The Role of the Book of Mormon in Conversion'
"I have acted on Moroni's invitation to 'ask God, the Eternal Father, in the name of Christ,' to know of the truthfulness of the Book of Mormon," said Elder Shayne M. Bowen, a General Authority Seventy, in his October 2018 conference address.
Elder Shayne M. Bowen speaks during October 2018 general conference.
Elder Jeffrey R. Holland: 'The Ministry of Reconciliation'
Elder Jeffrey R. Holland of the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles spoke on "the ministry of reconciliation" in the Sunday morning session of October 2018 general conference.
Elder Jeffrey R. Holland speaks during the October 2018 Sunday morning session of general conference.
Sister Bonnie H. Cordon: 'Becoming a Shepherd'
By Rachel Sterzer
Sister Bonnie H. Cordon, Young Women general president, spoke during the Sunday morning session of the 188th Semiannual General Conference on developing the heart of a shepherd.
Sister Bonnie H. Cordon, Young Women general president, gives an address during the Sunday morning session of October 2018 general conference.
President M. Russell Ballard: 'The Vision of the Redemption of the Dead'
The 100th anniversary of the revelation that became Doctrine and Covenants 138 is a sacred reminder of the comfort and assurance offered by the Resurrection.
President M. Russell Ballard, Acting President of the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles, shares his October 2018 general conference address.
President Russell M. Nelson: 'Sisters' Participation in the Gathering of Israel'
President Russell M. Nelson spoke about the role of women in the gathering of Israel during his October 2018 address during the general women’s session.
President Nelson delivers an address during the October 2018 general women's session.
Sister Michelle D. Craig: 'Divine Discontent'
By Marianne Holman Prescott
Sister Michelle D. Craig speaks during the women's session of general conference on the topic, 'Divine Discontent.'
Sister Michelle D. Craig speaks during the October 2018 general women's session.
Take a look at these photos from the Saturday afternoon session of general conference
By Valerie Johnson
Latter-day Saints around the world raised their arms to the square to sustain the leaders of the Church during the Saturday afternoon session of the 188th Semiannual General Conference of the Church on Oct. 6.
Attendees leave the Conference Center after the Saturday afternoon session of the 188th Semiannual General Conference of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in Salt Lake City on Saturday, Oct. 6, 2018.
Elder Dieter F. Uchtdorf: 'Believe, Love, Do'
Elder Dieter F. Uchtdorf of the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles spoke on the power of 'believe, love, do' in the Saturday afternoon session of the October 2018 general conference.
Elder Uchtdorf delivers his address during the Saturday afternoon session of October 2018 general conference.
Elder Gerrit W. Gong: 'Our Campfire of Faith'
Elder Gerrit W. Gong spoke about the importance of faith and obedience to God’s commandments in times of trial during his October 2018 address.
Elder Gerrit W. Gong speaks during October 2018 general conference.
Bishop Dean M. Davies: 'Come, Listen to a Prophet's Voice'
By Marianne Holman Prescott
Bishop Dean M. Davies of the Presiding Bishopric testifies of a living prophet, shares four building blocks of faith.
Bishop Dean M. Davies speaks during October 2018 general conference.
See photos of the historic October 2018 Saturday morning session of general conference
By Marianne Holman Prescott
Within minutes of the first talk of the 188th Semiannual General Conference, President Russell M. Nelson greeted members of the Church tuning in throughout the world and announced historic changes to meetings in the Church.
during the 188th Semiannual General Conference of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in Salt Lake City on Saturday, Oct. 6, 2018.
Elder David A. Bednar: 'Gather Together in One All Things in Christ'
Elder David A. Bednar of the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles spoke on “gathering together in one all things in Christ” in the Saturday morning session of the October 2018 general conference.
Elder David A. Bednar delivers his October 2018 general conference address.
Elder Steven R. Bangerter: 'Laying the Foundation of a Great Work'
"Lessons taught through the traditions we establish in our homes, though small and simple, are increasingly important in today's world."
Elder Steven R. Bangerter speaks during October 2018 general conference.
Brother M. Joseph Brough: 'Lift Up Your Head and Rejoice'
By Rachel Sterzer
Brother M. Joseph Brough of the Young Men general presidency spoke in the Saturday morning session of the 188th Semiannual General Conference on how to face "hard things."
Brother M. Joseph Brough speaks at October 2018 general conference.
Elder Quentin L. Cook: 'Deep and Lasting Conversion to Heavenly Father and the Lord Jesus Christ'
Elder Cook spoke of "a new balance between gospel instruction in the home and in the Church" during his October 2018 general conference address.
Elder Quentin L. Cook speaks at October 2018 general conference.
Sunday meeting schedule in 2019 to have ‘a new balance between gospel instruction in the home and in the Church’
By Sarah Jane Weaver
President Russell M. Nelson announced a "new balance between gospel instruction in the home and in the Church," during his opening remarks in the Church's 188th Semiannual General Conference on Saturday morning.
President Nelson speaks during the Saturday morning session of October 2018 general conference.
See all the talk summaries and photo galleries from October 2018 general conference
Members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints are gathering in the Conference Center in Salt Lake City, as well as in chapels and homes around the world, to participate in the 188th Semiannual General Conference.
Attendees line up for the Saturday morning session of the 188th Semiannual General Conference of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in in the Conference Center in Salt Lake City on Saturday, Oct. 6, 2018.
Security measures you'll need to be aware of before attending general conference this year
Those planning to attend the 188th Semiannual General Conference of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints should take note of significant new changes to security procedures.
Conferencegoers line up before the Saturday morning session of the 188th Annual General Conference of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in Salt Lake City on Saturday, March 31, 2018.
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