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Motherhood

"Motherhood is the greatest potential influence either for good or ill in human life. The mother's image is the first that stamps itself on the unwritten page of the young child's mind. It is her caress that first awakens a sense of security; her kiss, the first realization of affection; her sympathy and tenderness, the first assurance that there is love in the world. . . . She who rears successfully a family of healthy, beautiful sons and daughters. . . deserves the highest honor that man can give, and the choicest blessings of God

President David O. McKay


Women of the Church*

As Prophet of the church, President Gordon B. Hinckley gave this address in the October 1997 General Conference of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints

"You sister are the real builders of the nation wherever you live. For you have created homes of strength and peace and security."


To Mothers in Zion*

An address given by President Ezra Taft Benson as the Prophet of the church.

"No more sacred word exists in secular or holy writ than that of mother. There is no more noble work than that of a good and God-fearing mother."


The Role Of Womanhood*

Talk given by President N. Eldon Tanner when he served as First Counselor in the First Presidency. It was later made into a pamphlet distributed by the church. This also includes a message from the First Presidency when President Spencer W. Kimball was prophet.

"There is nothing more sacred than true womanhood."


Because She is a Mother*

Talk given by Elder Jeffrey R. Holland in the April 1997 General Conference.

"I wish to praise those motherly hand that have rocked the infant's cradle and, through the righteousness taught to their children there, are at the very center of the Lord's purposes for us in mortality."


Here are some great articles from LDS.org

1. Instruments in the Hands of God

James E. Faust

Motherhood and parenting are most challenging roles. Motherhood is such an important role for women.

Gospel Library > Magazines > Liahona > November 2005

2. Instruments in the Hands of God

James E. Faust

Motherhood and parenting are most challenging roles. Motherhood is such an important role for women.

Gospel Library > Magazines > Ensign > November 2005

3. A “Mother Heart”

Julie B. Beck

As a covenant-keeping daughter of God, she had prepared all her life for motherhood. A woman who treasures motherhood on earth will treasure motherhood in the world to come, and “where [her] treasure is, there will [her] heart be also”

Gospel Library > Magazines > Liahona > May 2004

4. Our Sacred Duty to Honor Women

Russell M. Nelson

I learned a great lesson: if one dishonors the commandments of God, one dishonors mother, and if one dishonors mother, one dishonors the commandments of God. 2 Honor Motherhood During my professional career as a doctor of medicine, I was occasionally asked why I chose to do that difficult work. Many years ago the First Presidency issued a statement that has had a profound and lasting influence upon me. “Motherhood,” they wrote, “is near to divinity.

Gospel Library > Magazines > Ensign > May 1999

5. For Time and All Eternity

Boyd K. Packer

Virtues and attributes upon which perfection and exaltation depend come naturally to a woman and are refined through marriage and motherhood.

Gospel Library > Magazines > Ensign > November 1993

6. Finding Nobility in Motherhood and Joy in Womanhood

Finding Nobility in Motherhood and Joy in Womanhood. Finding Nobility in Motherhood and Joy in Womanhood.

Gospel Library > Magazines > Ensign > July 2002

7. Are We Not All Mothers?

Sheri L. Dew

Just as worthy men were foreordained to hold the priesthood in mortality, 4 righteous women were endowed premortally with the privilege of motherhood. 5 Motherhood is more than bearing children, though it is certainly that. As President J. Reuben Clark Jr. declared, motherhood is “as divinely called, as eternally important in its place as the Priesthood itself.” 8 Nevertheless, the subject of motherhood is a very tender one, for it evokes some of our greatest joys and heartaches.

Gospel Library > Magazines > Liahona > January 2002

8. Are We Not All Mothers?

Sheri L. Dew

Just as worthy men were foreordained to hold the priesthood in mortality, 4 righteous women were endowed premortally with the privilege of motherhood. 5 Motherhood is more than bearing children, though it is certainly that. As President J. Reuben Clark Jr. declared, motherhood is “as divinely called, as eternally important in its place as the Priesthood itself.” 8 Nevertheless, the subject of motherhood is a very tender one, for it evokes some of our greatest joys and heartaches.

Gospel Library > Magazines > Ensign > November 2001

9. “Behold Thy Mother”

Thomas S. Monson

“Behold Thy Mother”. “Behold Thy Mother”. One summer day I stood alone in the quiet of the American War Memorial Cemetery of the Philippines. A spirit of reverence filled the warm tropical air. Situated amidst the carefully mowed grass, acre

Gospel Library > Magazines > Ensign > April 1998

10. Fathers, Mothers, Marriage

James E. Faust

I also believe that there is no greater good in all the world than motherhood.

Gospel Library > Magazines > Ensign > August 2004

11. “Because She Is a Mother”

Jeffrey R. Holland

One was that whenever she heard talks on LDS motherhood, she worried because she felt she didn’t measure up or somehow wasn’t going to be equal to the task. I know that in my motherhood I am in an eternal partnership with Him.

Gospel Library > Magazines > Ensign > May 1997

12. Taking Courage in the Hymns

I was physically and emotionally exhausted, and I felt completely unequal to the calling of motherhood. I now have this wonderful hymn posted in my kitchen beside pictures of my children, and when I read the words, I feel my commitment to motherhood renewed.

Gospel Library > Magazines > Ensign > January 2007

13. Strengthening Future Mothers

Susan W. Tanner

I know that for some time it has not been vogue for women to extol the virtues of motherhood or for young women to express the desires of their hearts to be mothers. After one more girl mentioned motherhood, the rest of them joined in.

Gospel Library > Magazines > Liahona > June 2005

14. Strengthening Future Mothers

Susan W. Tanner

I know that for some time it has not been vogue for women to extol the virtues of motherhood or for young women to express the desires of their hearts to be mothers. After one more girl mentioned motherhood, the rest of them joined in.

Gospel Library > Magazines > Ensign > June 2005

15. A “Mother Heart”

Julie B. Beck

As a covenant-keeping daughter of God, she had prepared all her life for motherhood. A woman who treasures motherhood on earth will treasure motherhood in the world to come, and “where [her] treasure is, there will [her] heart be also”

Gospel Library > Magazines > Ensign > May 2004

16. “Till We Meet Again”

Gordon B. Hinckley

“Till We Meet Again”. “Till We Meet Again”. My dear brothers and sisters, I’m glad we’ve had with us today and yesterday, Sister Inis Hunter, the widow of President Howard W. Hunter. We very much appreciate her presence. Now we come to

Gospel Library > Magazines > Liahona > January 2002

17. “Them That Honour Me I Will Honour”

James E. Faust

“Them That Honour Me I Will Honour”. “Them That Honour Me I Will Honour”. My beloved brethren of this great worldwide brotherhood of the priesthood, I come to you humbly and prayerfully. Speaking to you is a sacred and overwhelming

Gospel Library > Magazines > Liahona > July 2001

18. The Joy of Womanhood

Margaret D. Nadauld

You can recognize women who are grateful to be a daughter of God by their reverence for motherhood, even when that blessing has been withheld from them for a time. Surely when a woman reverences motherhood, her children will arise up and call her blessed (see

Gospel Library > Magazines > Liahona > January 2001

19. Inspirational Thoughts

Gordon B. Hinckley

Inspirational Thoughts. Inspirational Thoughts. Believe in God “Believe in God. Believe in God the Eternal Father. He is the great Governor of the universe, but He is our Father and our God to whom we may go in prayer. We are His sons and

Gospel Library > Magazines > Liahona > March 2006

20. Inspirational Thoughts

Gordon B. Hinckley

Inspirational Thoughts. Inspirational Thoughts. Believe in God “Believe in God. Believe in God the Eternal Father. He is the great Governor of the universe, but He is our Father and our God to whom we may go in prayer. We are His sons and

Gospel Library > Magazines > Ensign > March 2006

21. Hands

Thomas S. Monson

Hands. Hands. When Jesus of Nazareth taught and ministered among men, he spoke not as did the scribes and scholars of the day but rather in language understood by all. Jesus taught through parables. His teachings moved men and motivated them to a

Gospel Library > Magazines > Ensign > August 1990

22. Motherhood through the Ages

Cheryl Avery

Motherhood through the Ages. Motherhood through the Ages.

Gospel Library > Magazines > Ensign > March 2002

23. Motherhood: A Partnership of Faith

Michelle H. Bagley

Motherhood: A Partnership of Faith. Motherhood: A Partnership of Faith.

Gospel Library > Magazines > Ensign > June 1999

24. “A Joyful Mother of Children”

 

President David O. McKay, ninth president of the Church, said, “Motherhood is the greatest potential influence either for good or ill in human life. Following are paintings and commentary from Latter-day Saint artists celebrating motherhood.

Gospel Library > Magazines > Ensign > March 1995

25. Motherhood—Expectations and Lessons

Karla Gaines

Motherhood—Expectations and Lessons. I have learned many other things from motherhood.

Gospel Library > Magazines > Ensign > March 1992

26. A Special Kind of Mother

Alane Starko

What does motherhood mean to us? The sacred role of motherhood is not defined solely by the physical process of giving birth.

Gospel Library > Magazines > Ensign > August 1995

27. “Feed My Lambs”

Michelle H. Bagley

Motherhood, I had discovered, was a lot more difficult than I had ever imagined. Motherhood was a challenge.

Gospel Library > Magazines > Ensign > July 1988

28. Loving the Role I Once Shunned

Marian Pond

It was this grinding of the gears of motherhood that I had worked so hard to avoid. Motherhood surprised me with its opportunities for great personal growth.

Gospel Library > Magazines > Ensign > October 2000

29. The Joyful Surprise of Motherhood

Jean Knight Pace

The Joyful Surprise of Motherhood. Nevertheless, I’m alarmed at the growing tendency of some women—even in the Church—to show more interest in their careers than in motherhood, or to fear motherhood so much that they do not look forward to taking this step with gladness.

Gospel Library > Magazines > Ensign > January 2006

30. A Better Mother, with the Lord’s Help

Cheryl Cole Burr

Moreover, the following points have helped me to more successfully respond to the demands of motherhood. Switching gears is hard, but having my children come to me in moments of upset has enriched the love I feel for them and for motherhood.

Gospel Library > Magazines > Ensign > July 2001

31. Mormon Sisterhood

 

Mormon Sisterhood. Mormon Sisterhood. Marilyn Arnold 03068_000_008 There’s a Poet inside Me Ensign Mar. 1976 26–27 There’s a Poet inside Me By Marilyn Arnold Who am I? Well, I’m an English teacher, for one thing, and that means I spend a good

Gospel Library > Magazines > Ensign > March 1976

32. America’s Young Mother of the Year

Eleanor Knowles

Latter-day Saint women have always been held in high regard in national competition involving motherhood and womanhood. However, motherhood is not an isolated role, and she has helped me to perceive more keenly my role as a father.” One of the programs promoted by the American Mothers Committee, which makes the annual Mother of the Year selections, is a weekly family night.

Gospel Library > Magazines > Ensign > October 1972

33. When You Feel Inadequate as a Mother

Claudia T. Goates

This beginning stage of motherhood is very idealistic and, I’m afraid, naive. If there must be opposition in all things, didn’t that include motherhood?

Gospel Library > Magazines > Ensign > March 1976

34. Meditations on Motherhood

Joy F. Evans

Meditations on Motherhood. Meditations on Motherhood.

Gospel Library > Magazines > Ensign > February 1999

35. Being a Righteous Husband and Father

Howard W. Hunter

A man who holds the priesthood has reverence for motherhood. The First Presidency has said: “Motherhood is near to divinity.

Gospel Library > Magazines > Ensign > November 1994

36. An Elect Lady

L. Tom Perry

Sister Hinckley has said this about motherhood: “It is the mothers of young children I would like to address first.

Gospel Library > Magazines > Ensign > May 1995

37. David, a Future Missionary

Darwin B. Christenson

David, a Future Missionary. David, a Future Missionary. My dear brothers and sisters, a blessing of Church membership is the privilege of feeling and bearing testimony, which expression may also come from an act or an example. As well as others, my

Gospel Library > Magazines > Liahona > July 2001

38. “The First and Great Commandment”

Robert F. Orton

“The First and Great Commandment”. “The First and Great Commandment”. The attention of people around the world has been drawn, during the past four weeks, to the willful, intentional, and destructive acts of terrorism and hatred. Hatred is

Gospel Library > Magazines > Liahona > January 2002

39. Friend to Friend: A Mother’s Influence

Callie Buys and Carlos H. Amado

Friend to Friend: A Mother’s Influence. Friend to Friend: A Mother’s Influence. My mother is a very special woman. I am the oldest of eight sons, and I also have seven sisters. With such a large family, my mother had great responsibilities. The

Gospel Library > Magazines > Liahona > April 2007

40. Standing Tall

H. David Burton

Standing Tall. Standing Tall. A man of wisdom often offered this simple piece of advice: “David, stand tall.” My dad did not expect that I would add inches to my stature or rise up on my tiptoes. He meant that I should be courageous in my

Gospel Library > Magazines > Liahona > January 2002

41. Friend to Friend: A Mother’s Influence

Callie Buys and Carlos H. Amado

Friend to Friend: A Mother’s Influence. Friend to Friend: A Mother’s Influence. My mother is a very special woman. I am the oldest of eight sons, and I also have seven sisters. With such a large family, my mother had great responsibilities. The

Gospel Library > Magazines > Friend > April 2007

42. Fathers, Mothers, Marriage

James E. Faust

I also believe that there is no greater good in all the world than motherhood.

Gospel Library > Magazines > Liahona > August 2004

43. The Sacred Responsibilities of Parenthood

M. Russell Ballard

The Sacred Responsibilities of Parenthood. The Sacred Responsibilities of Parenthood. As a member of the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles, I participated in the process of drafting “The Family: A Proclamation to the World.” It was a remarkable

Gospel Library > Magazines > Liahona > March 2006

44. Next to the Angels

Russell M. Nelson

Many years ago the First Presidency issued a statement that has had a profound and lasting influence upon me. “Motherhood,” they wrote, “is near to divinity.

Gospel Library > Magazines > Friend > May 2000

45. The Sacred Responsibilities of Parenthood

M. Russell Ballard

The Sacred Responsibilities of Parenthood. The Sacred Responsibilities of Parenthood. As a member of the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles, I participated in the process of drafting “The Family: A Proclamation to the World.” It was a remarkable

Gospel Library > Magazines > Ensign > March 2006

46. Children—Gifts from God

How would I have found the joy of having this child if prophets of God hadn’t lit my path and shown me that womanhood, motherhood, and wifehood were beautiful ways to serve that have brought me warmth of soul, closeness to my Father, and joy that sometimes seems to consume me? Sharing Our Burdens That joy is also available to women who, having never borne children of their own, express their motherhood by nurturing the children of others.

Gospel Library > Magazines > Liahona > December 2000

47. Children—Gifts from God

 

How would I have found the joy of having this child if prophets of God hadn’t lit my path and shown me that womanhood, motherhood, and wifehood were beautiful ways to serve that have brought me warmth of soul, closeness to my Father, and joy that sometimes seems to consume me? Sharing Our Burdens That joy is available not only to mothers but also to women who, having never borne children of their own, express their motherhood by nurturing the children of others.

Gospel Library > Magazines > Ensign > December 2000

48. To the Women of the Church

Gordon B. Hinckley

To the Women of the Church. To the Women of the Church. Someone has said: “Be kind to the women. They constitute half the population and are mothers to the other half.” My dear sisters, you marvelous women who have chosen the better part, I stand

Gospel Library > Magazines > Liahona > November 2003

49. Your Greatest Challenge, Mother

Gordon B. Hinckley

Your Greatest Challenge, Mother. Your Greatest Challenge, Mother. I would be satisfied to close the meeting right now. We have been well taught. I commend the presidency on their excellent remarks. You may know that they have worried and prayed and

Gospel Library > Magazines > Liahona > January 2001

50. To the Women of the Church

Gordon B. Hinckley

To the Women of the Church. To the Women of the Church. Someone has said: “Be kind to the women. They constitute half the population and are mothers to the other half.” My dear sisters, you marvelous women who have chosen the better part, I stand

Gospel Library > Magazines > Ensign > November 2003

51. Your Greatest Challenge, Mother

Gordon B. Hinckley

Your Greatest Challenge, Mother. Your Greatest Challenge, Mother. I would be satisfied to close the meeting right now. We have been well taught. I commend the presidency on their excellent remarks. You may know that they have worried and prayed and

Gospel Library > Magazines > Ensign > November 2000

52. “Be Thou an Example”

Thomas S. Monson

“Be Thou an Example”. “Be Thou an Example”. Tonight we have been inspired by the stirring messages of the general presidency of the Relief Society of the Church. Their plea that all of us be steadfast and immovable is wise counsel, that we

Gospel Library > Magazines > Liahona > January 2002

53. “Be Thou an Example”

Thomas S. Monson

“Be Thou an Example”. “Be Thou an Example”. Tonight we have been inspired by the stirring messages of the general presidency of the Relief Society of the Church. Their plea that all of us be steadfast and immovable is wise counsel, that we

Gospel Library > Magazines > Ensign > November 2001

54. Steadfast and Immovable

Mary Ellen W. Smoot

Steadfast and Immovable. Steadfast and Immovable. Some people and events come into our lives, leave footprints on our hearts, and we are never the same. Tonight, as a presidency, our prayers are that the words spoken here this evening will leave

Gospel Library > Magazines > Liahona > January 2002

55. Steadfast and Immovable

Mary Ellen W. Smoot

Steadfast and Immovable. Steadfast and Immovable. Some people and events come into our lives, leave footprints on our hearts, and we are never the same. Tonight, as a presidency, our prayers are that the words spoken here this evening will leave

Gospel Library > Magazines > Ensign > November 2001

56. Could I Feel Fulfilled as a Mother?

Jennifer West

I read the words of Elder Jeffrey R. Holland, a member of the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles, who spoke of motherhood as a “grand tradition”: “Yours is the grand tradition of Eve, the mother of all the human family. Motherhood’s Great Influence “Motherhood is the greatest potential influence either for good or ill in human life.

Gospel Library > Magazines > Ensign > March 2003

57. Mom, Are You There?

Vickie Mason Randalls

It is eternal, a lasting, intangible monument to the power and joy of motherhood. I believe motherhood simply takes quantity time.

Gospel Library > Magazines > Ensign > October 2003

58. Lessons from Eve

Russell M. Nelson

As Adam bore responsibilities of fatherhood, so Eve bore the responsibilities of motherhood. The spiritual rewards of motherhood are available to all women.

Gospel Library > Magazines > Ensign > November 1987

59. Q&A: Questions and Answers

Q&A: Questions and Answers. Q&A: Questions and Answers. Delbert L. Stapley 03250_000_016 Q&A: Questions and Answers New Era Mar. 1971 36 Why are medical doctors so important if the priesthood has the power to cure diseases? Answer/Elder

Gospel Library > Magazines > New Era > March 1971

60. True Followers

Robert J. Whetten

And motherhood, like priesthood, is a divine call to serve and to nurture others.

Gospel Library > Magazines > Ensign > May 1999

61. Mother, Come Home

Shauna Bird Dunn

Powerful Lessons Motherhood isn’t easy, but it is worth it.

Gospel Library > Magazines > Ensign > April 2007

62. The Joy of Living the Great Plan of Happiness

Richard G. Scott

Your desire to be a wife and mother may not have its total fulfillment here, but it will in His time as you live in faith and obedience to merit it. 23 Don’t be lured away from the plan of our God 24 to the ways of the world, where motherhood is belittled, femininity is decried, and the divinely established role of wife and mother is mocked.

Gospel Library > Magazines > Ensign > November 1996

63. Love of Mother and Father

Joseph F. Smith

That is the love of true motherhood—for children.

Gospel Library > Magazines > Ensign > August 2004

64. “Till We Meet Again”

Gordon B. Hinckley

“Till We Meet Again”. “Till We Meet Again”. My dear brothers and sisters, I’m glad we’ve had with us today and yesterday, Sister Inis Hunter, the widow of President Howard W. Hunter. We very much appreciate her presence. Now we come to

Gospel Library > Magazines > Ensign > November 2001

65. “Behold Thy Mother”

Thomas S. Monson

“Behold Thy Mother”. “Behold Thy Mother”. One summer day I stood alone in the quiet of the American War Memorial Cemetery of the Philippines. A spirit of reverence filled the warm tropical air. Situated amidst the carefully mowed grass, acre

Gospel Library > Magazines > Liahona > April 1998

66. “Them That Honour Me I Will Honour”

James E. Faust

“Them That Honour Me I Will Honour”. “Them That Honour Me I Will Honour”. My beloved brethren of this great worldwide brotherhood of the priesthood, I come to you humbly and prayerfully. Speaking to you is a sacred and overwhelming

Gospel Library > Magazines > Ensign > May 2001

67. What You Are Meant to Be

Margaret D. Nadauld

Motherhood When you observe kind and gentle mothers in action, you will see women of great strength. Surely when a woman reverences motherhood, her children will arise up and call her blessed (see

Gospel Library > Magazines > New Era > October 2002

68. Come to Relief Society

Virginia U. Jensen

No responsibility is greater, no obligation more binding than that you rear in love and peace and integrity those whom you have brought into the world.” 9 As a Relief Society general presidency we reaffirm that motherhood is the most noble work a woman can be engaged in. As we do so, however, we remember that there are many among the most devoted women of the Church who have not as yet had the opportunity to experience motherhood for themselves.

Gospel Library > Magazines > Ensign > November 1998

69. The Joy of Womanhood

Margaret D. Nadauld

You can recognize women who are grateful to be a daughter of God by their reverence for motherhood, even when that blessing has been withheld from them for a time. Surely when a woman reverences motherhood, her children will arise up and call her blessed (see

Gospel Library > Magazines > Ensign > November 2000

70. Stand Tall and Stand Together

Sheri L. Dew

Every time we mentor a newly baptized sister or befriend a wandering soul without judging her or invite a nonmember family to home evening or give a Book of Mormon to a colleague or lead a family to the temple or stand up for modesty and motherhood or invite the missionaries into our homes or help someone discover the power of the word, we build the kingdom of God.

Gospel Library > Magazines > Liahona > January 2001

71. Stand Tall and Stand Together

Sheri L. Dew

Every time we mentor a newly baptized sister or befriend a wandering soul without judging her or invite a nonmember family to home evening or give a Book of Mormon to a colleague or lead a family to the temple or stand up for modesty and motherhood or invite the missionaries into our homes or help someone discover the power of the word, we build the kingdom of God.

Gospel Library > Magazines > Ensign > November 2000

72. Mom—at Home

Derin Head Rodriguez

If the transition between employment and full-time motherhood comes easy for some, for others it is painfully difficult.

Gospel Library > Magazines > Ensign > October 1989

73. Motherhood and the Family

Mary F. Foulger

Motherhood and the Family. Motherhood and the Family.

Gospel Library > Magazines > Ensign > November 1980

74. Diving Off Waikiki

Debbie M. Hooge

But I found, quite understandably, that the magic and thrill of this “ultimate experience” of which I had dreamed for so long did not even come close to the joys of the less-romantic moments of motherhood in my life. I appreciated more fully than ever the nature of motherhood.

Gospel Library > Magazines > Ensign > March 1996

75. Seize the Joy!

Winnie Dalley

Motherhood is not always idyllic; nevertheless, it is one of the greatest and most glorious experiences I have encountered. Motherhood is not a burden to be borne; it is a privilege to be enjoyed.

Gospel Library > Magazines > Ensign > March 1998

76. Problems, Solutions: Being a Latter-day Saint Woman Today

Lavina Fielding

When Motherhood Seems to Be the Problem …   Motherhood is becoming one of those clear collision points between the values of society and the values of the Church. The Church provides strong support for a woman who wants to be a mother, with its message that motherhood is an eternal and eternally valued role.

Gospel Library > Magazines > Ensign > March 1976

77. “The First and Great Commandment”

Robert F. Orton

“The First and Great Commandment”. “The First and Great Commandment”. The attention of people around the world has been drawn, during the past four weeks, to the willful, intentional, and destructive acts of terrorism and hatred. Hatred is

Gospel Library > Magazines > Ensign > November 2001

78. Standing Tall

H. David Burton

Standing Tall. Standing Tall. A man of wisdom often offered this simple piece of advice: “David, stand tall.” My dad did not expect that I would add inches to my stature or rise up on my tiptoes. He meant that I should be courageous in my

Gospel Library > Magazines > Ensign > November 2001

79. David, a Future Missionary

Darwin B. Christenson

David, a Future Missionary. David, a Future Missionary. My dear brothers and sisters, a blessing of Church membership is the privilege of feeling and bearing testimony, which expression may also come from an act or an example. As well as others, my

Gospel Library > Magazines > Ensign > May 2001

80. Women of the Church

Gordon B. Hinckley

Women of the Church. Women of the Church. Half, possibly more than half, of the adult members of the Church are women. It is to them that I wish particularly to speak this morning. I do so with the hope that the men will also hear. First let me say

Gospel Library > Magazines > Ensign > November 1996

81. The Eternal Family

Robert D. Hales

The Eternal Family. The Eternal Family. I wish to speak to all those who would like to know about eternal families and about families being forever. One year ago the First Presidency and Quorum of the Twelve Apostles of The Church of Jesus Christ of

Gospel Library > Magazines > Ensign > November 1996

82. Bending My Will to His

Arianne Baadsgaard Cope

Bending My Will to His. Bending My Will to His. I’ve always loved the Old Testament account of Hannah and her long-awaited son, Samuel (see ). Hannah’s courage to give up her child to the service of God seemed a touching reminder of the strength

Gospel Library > Magazines > Ensign > August 2006

83. To the Fathers in Israel

Ezra Taft Benson

You should be grateful that she is the mother of your children and the queen of your home, grateful that she has chosen homemaking and motherhood—to bear, to nourish, to love, and to train your children—as the noblest calling of all.

Gospel Library > Magazines > Ensign > November 1987

84. Bring Up a Child in the Way He Should Go

Gordon B. Hinckley

Bring Up a Child in the Way He Should Go. Bring Up a Child in the Way He Should Go. My brethren and sisters, near and far: I extend to each of you my love and gratitude. I am deeply grateful for your sustaining faith and prayers. We need your

Gospel Library > Magazines > Ensign > November 1993

85. The Ugliest Kite Ever!

Richard Torney

The Ugliest Kite Ever!. The Ugliest Kite Ever!. In the years after World War II, my parents did not have much money, but they seemed to be able to insulate their children from their difficulties. On a windy March day when I was eight or nine years

Gospel Library > Magazines > Ensign > August 2006

86. We All Have a Father in Whom We Can Trust

Kenneth Johnson

We All Have a Father in Whom We Can Trust. We All Have a Father in Whom We Can Trust. At the time of my birth, the clouds of war had overshadowed Europe and were sweeping across the English Channel to the British coastline. My father, like thousands

Gospel Library > Magazines > Ensign > May 1994

87. Sweet Moments

Bonnie D. Parkin

Sweet Moments. Sweet Moments. How thankful we are for our living prophet, President Gordon B. Hinckley, and for his words “God bless the Relief Society of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.” 1 Every sister in this Church belongs to

Gospel Library > Magazines > Liahona > November 2005

88. Sweet Moments

Bonnie D. Parkin

Sweet Moments. Sweet Moments. How thankful we are for our living prophet, President Gordon B. Hinckley, and for his words “God bless the Relief Society of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.” 1 Every sister in this Church belongs to

Gospel Library > Magazines > Ensign > November 2005

89. The Ruined Dress

Rachel Ann Nunes

My daily challenges didn’t miraculously disappear, but the realization that I am seeking to follow Christ and that, as a mother, I am playing an important part in the Lord’s plan has changed my attitude toward the demands of motherhood.

Gospel Library > Magazines > Ensign > August 1996

90. Motherhood: Choosing It Every Day

Fay A. Daley

Motherhood: Choosing It Every Day. Motherhood: Choosing It Every Day. “Eeaah … EEAAH!

Gospel Library > Magazines > Ensign > February 1985

91. “Are You a Mommy?”

Kandy Martin

I tried to have faith that someday the blessings of marriage and motherhood would be mine, but at times my faith wavered and I felt very alone.

Gospel Library > Magazines > Ensign > July 1999

92. Home—And Liking It

Trixie Hicken Bellows

At this time of my life, I can’t let the demands of motherhood, marriage, and housekeeping pull me in six different directions at once.

Gospel Library > Magazines > Ensign > December 1988

93. A Little Child Shall Lead Them

So this was motherhood.

Gospel Library > Magazines > Ensign > June 2005

94. “Be of Good Cheer”

Jeanne Inouye

One thing I have learned is that motherhood entails difficult decisions.

Gospel Library > Magazines > Ensign > November 1993

95. Was I Meant to Be a Mother Today?

Mary Ellen Bramwell

My habits of attending Church meetings, studying the scriptures, and doing things for my Heavenly Father needed to remain intact in spite of the demands of motherhood.

Gospel Library > Magazines > Ensign > June 1998

96. Powerful Nurturing

Julie B. Beck

Powerful Nurturing. Powerful Nurturing. Photograph by Busath Photography My mother is a champion nurturer. It is not uncommon for her to ask visitors if they are hungry, and one doesn’t often leave her home without first eating a sandwich or warm

Gospel Library > Magazines > Ensign > December 2005

97. When Mom Can’t Be Home—Making the Best of Second Choice

Barbara W. Winder, Joy F. Evans, and Joanne B. Doxey

When Mom Can’t Be Home—Making the Best of Second Choice. When Mom Can’t Be Home—Making the Best of Second Choice. For many mothers, day care is not a choice—it’s a necessity. Due to divorce, death of a spouse, or economic hardship,

Gospel Library > Magazines > Ensign > February 1990

98. Rowing Your Boat

Chieko N. Okazaki

Rowing Your Boat. Rowing Your Boat. My dear sisters and brothers, aloha! What a joy it is to be with you today, feeling the strength of our sisterhood in the gospel of Jesus Christ. We are met as women with a purpose, as sisters in the Relief

Gospel Library > Magazines > Ensign > November 1994

99. Walking in the Light of the Lord

Gordon B. Hinckley

Walking in the Light of the Lord. Walking in the Light of the Lord. My dear sisters, I wish to tell you at the outset how much we appreciate the women of this Church. You are an essential part of it, a most important part of it. It could not function

Gospel Library > Magazines > Ensign > November 1998

100. The Mighty Strength of the Relief Society

Thomas S. Monson

The Mighty Strength of the Relief Society. The Mighty Strength of the Relief Society. Sisters, you are assembled tonight in one of the largest gatherings of Relief Society sisters ever held. Your conference has been uplifting and inspirational. This

Gospel Library > Magazines > Ensign > November 1997

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