All over the world, more than 8 million women belong to the Relief Society of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.
“By providing and receiving relief, both temporal and spiritual, we draw closer to Jesus Christ and become more like Him,” Relief Society General President Camille N. Johnson said in her opening remarks to the Relief Society worldwide devotional, which became available for viewing Sunday.
Elder Quentin L. Cook of the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles called it a great responsibility to speak to Latter-day Saint women.
“You have my love and admiration for who you are and your commitment to the Lord and his Church in this difficult world,” Elder Cook said. “Dear sisters, please do not underestimate the power and impact of your capable, loving, and sensitive influence on those with whom you associate. You bless many as you strive to live Christlike lives.” …
President Johnson said she feels a profound, “soul-stirring love” for the women of the church and wishes she could tell each one that they can trust Jesus Christ.
“I know that life is hard. You can do hard with Jesus or you can do hard alone. That is your choice. But when you do hard with Jesus Christ, the hard becomes holy. You become holy women,” she said.
Read more from the Church News about the Relief Society worldwide devotional.
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