What Pres. Oaks said in his first conference as the prophet

Editor’s note: “This week from the pulpit” highlights recent messages from General Authorities, General Officers, and leaders of the Church.

That’s why we, like you, have been so distressed to watch at close range as the internet culture, despite its enormous blessings, has become a carrier of a kind of spiritual virus, infecting and disorienting too many younger—and older—Latter-day Saints.

If one were to pass by 14-year-old Ingrid Ochoa's bedroom on any given day, they probably would hear the distinct clicking of a typewriter.

Heaven never seems closer than when we see the love of God manifested in the kindness and devotion of others.

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His YouTube videos have been viewed over 1 billion times, but Devin Graham is more concerned about sharing things he is passionate about—one of those things being his faith. As evidenced by his post on Instagram this week all about his appearance on the All In podcast, Graham has never shied away from sharing his religious beliefs online.

On Friday, November 20, President Russell M. Nelson delivered a special video message of hope and healing that resonated with viewers around the world. In the prophet’s message—which he received inspiration for in the middle of the night—President Nelson spoke about the pandemic, societal issues, and where healing from these challenges can come:

After standing by a replica of the pool of Bethesda on the Church's Motion Picture Set, I learned that the healing that people sought at Bethesda is still available to us—and in some cases, through us.

It’s not often that the prophet announces a special video message, but one week ago, President Russell M. Nelson announced that he had received an impression to share a message with the world.