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“If you have felt the influence of the Holy Ghost today, you may take it as a sweet evidence that the Atonement is working in your life,” said President Henry B. Eyring.

“No leader has shown more courage ... than Jesus Christ,” said Bishop W. Christopher Waddell

“It is my prayer that each one of us may hear, in this profound parable, the Father’s voice calling us to enter the road that leads home,” said Elder Dieter F. Uchtdorf.

“My message this morning is simple. It is deep. And it is full of love for the Prophet Joseph Smith,” said President M. Russell Ballad.

“I testify that ‘peaceable followers of Christ’ will find personal peace in this life and a glorious heavenly reunion,” said Elder Quentin L. Cook.

“As we strive to live our lives in harmony with the gospel of Jesus Christ, our conduct will be a living testimony of our Redeemer and His name,” said Elder Adilson de Paula Parrella.

“No matter the heaviness of our story, or the current course of our path, He will invite us to walk with Him,” said Young Women General President Emily Belle Freeman.

During the Saturday evening session of October 2023 general conference, Elder Ulisses Soares echoed President Russell M. Nelson’s call for abandoning attitudes and actions of prejudice.

Several leaders of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints testified of humankind’s divine identity during general conference sessions on Saturday.

“There is no place for prejudiced thoughts or actions in the community of Saints,” said Elder Ulisses Soares.

“In these last days, perhaps our greatest work will be with our loved ones — good people living in a wicked world,” said Sister Tamara W. Runia.

“Some experiences in life make us realize that the natural prideful man often is very much alive within us,” said Elder Joni L. Koch.

“Our Savior will polish and refine us through the merits of His atoning sacrifice,” said Elder Gary B. Sabin.

“Being honest in our tithes is one way we show our willingness to put the Lord first in our lives,” taught Elder Andersen of the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles.

“A mission might be the greatest chapter in a couple’s life,” said Elder Ronald A. Rasband.

“Where there is design there is a designer,” said Elder Alan T. Phillips.

“My dear brothers and sisters, do you want to be happy? Stay on the covenant path,” said Elder Yoon Hwan Choi.

“Exercising spiritual gifts requires spiritual exercise,” said Elder Gary E. Stevenson.

“Trusting God and keeping our covenants with Him brings power to our weaknesses and comfort to our grief,” said Elder Joaquin E. Costa.

“Let us accept the Savior’s invitation and bring our children to Him,” said Brother Jan E. Newman.

“Being honest in our tithes is one way we show our willingness to put the Lord first in our lives,” Elder Neil L. Andersen taught.

The gospel is more than to be learned — it is to be lived, taught President Dallin H. Oaks.

President Eyring noted the absence of President Nelson and Elder Holland in the Conference Center and the recent death of Sister Patricia Holland.

“The gospel of Jesus Christ is a plan that shows us how to become what our Heavenly Father desires us to become,” said President Dallin H. Oaks.

“Each of us can be the one who can make a difference for good in the life of someone,” said Elder Ian S. Ardern.

“This sealing power is a perfect manifestation of the justice, mercy and love of God,” said Elder D. Todd Christofferson.

You know there is a plan for us in this life. You know that families can be eternal. Why put yours at risk?” said Elder Carlos A. Godoy.

“To serve in this Church is to stand in the river of God’s love for His children,” said Elder Robert M. Daines.

“Spiritual preparation for the coming of the Lord is not only essential but the only way to find true peace and happiness,” said Sister Amy A. Wright.

“You who today are pressing forward in the path of your duty are the strength of the Savior’s restored Church,” said Elder David A. Bednar.