32nd operating temple
Dedicated: 14-16 Dec 1984
By: Gordon B. Hinckley
Jesus Christ, Creator
Isaiah 65:17
For, behold, I create new heavens and a new earth: and the former shall not be remembered, nor come into mind.
Book of Mormon
Alma 32:1-20
*How does one worship God?
- Obedience is the highest form of worship. A correct understanding of the nature of God and the Godhead is required for proper worship to occur.
Old Testament
2 Chronicles 19-21
19 Jehoshaphat is rebuked for helping ungodly Ahab - He helps the people return to the Lord, sets up judges, and administers justice.
20 The Ammonites and others attack Judah - Jehoshaphat and all the people fast and pray - Jahaziel prophesies the deliverance of Judah - Judah's attackers war among and destroy themselves.
21 Jehoram slays his brothers, marries Ahab's daughter, and reigns in wickedness - Elijah prophesies a plague upon the people and the death of Jehoram - The Philistines and others war against Judah - Jehoram dies of sore diseases.
General Conference
The Elders Quorum
By Elder D. Todd Christofferson
"What are the purposes of the adjustments to Melchizedek Priesthood quorums? Having one Melchizedek Priesthood quorum in a ward unifies priesthood holders to accomplish all aspects of the work of salvation, including the temple and family history work previously coordinated by the high priests groups. It allows quorum members of all ages and backgrounds to benefit from the perspective and experience of one another and of those in different stages of life. It also provides additional opportunities for experienced priesthood holders to mentor others, including prospective elders, new members, young adults, and those returning to Church activity. I cannot adequately express how excited I am to contemplate the increasingly vital role that elders quorums will play in the future. The wisdom, experience, capacity, and strength that will be found in these quorums portend a new day and a new standard of priesthood service across the Church."
I read an article entitled "Answers to 35 Questions about Religious Freedom" in Meridian magazine. I am going to make a copy and keep it in my files. There are groups actively working to banish religion in any form from the public square and we need to be aware of what our rights are.
James bought a Colorado Golden melon last night at Walmart and he cut it up this morning and gave me some of it. I thought it was a little bland. I like cantaloupe much better. James really liked it.
Sheri is frustrated in New York. Actually they are staying at an airbnb in Union City, New Jersey. She wants to go exploring in the city but Ian and Ben are too tired. She finally gets Max and Evan to come with her to Central Park. Ian doesn't want them to spend any money so they can't go to the Museum of Natural History.
Here are some of the photos she took:
Raccoon checking out New York
I am definitely having problems walking today. I can't bend my right knee. I know it may be from the fall I took last night but I checked out my calendar and the week after my infusion last month I had the same problem. I hope this isn't a pattern.
James put some heat on it for me and rubbed my feet. Hopefully I will be ok for the temple tomorrow. Sitting on the couch with my knee up reminds me of how the Spirit and body work together. If the body doesn't work the way it's supposed to the Spirit is affected.
At 6:40 p.m. the rain is here and it's a downpour!
James and I finished "Riders on the Orphan Train" this evening and started a new book on Deseretbook Plus called "Abby's Crossing."
I also spoke to Jared on the phone. He says they would like to come out for Thanksgiving which makes me really happy!
Photos from Texas:
Back in Vernon:
Building a rabbit hutch.
I love these summer storms!
Ian's photos of churches around the world:
Recognize any of these.
I saw Notre Dame and I am wondering if this
last one is St. Patrick's in New York.
