Caring for the Poor

We honor those innovative giants whom the Lord raised up to organize and administer the institutional outreach to needy members of His Church. We honor those who in our day reach out in countless and often silent ways to be kind to the poor, feed the hungry, clothe the naked, minister to the sick, and visit the captive. …

The work of caring for one another and being kind to the poor is a sanctifying work, commanded of the Father and divinely designed to bless, refine, and exalt His children. May we follow the Savior's counsel to the certain lawyer in the parable of the good Samaritan: "Go, and do thou likewise" [Luke 10:37].

Bishop H. David Burton, Presiding Bishop

This conference was especially meaningful to me, because I'm leaving to the Missionary Training Center in a couple months. All of the talks about serving and helping others really touched my heart. I know that the speakers were inspired in the messages they gave. I am grateful for the opportunity I had to watch conference this April, and I will do everything I can to apply what they said into my life and become a better person because of it.

Joseph C., 18, Utah, USA

This conference reminded me that not only can I help others when I serve, but I can also get the spiritual edification that I may be seeking. Jesus Christ Himself served His fellow men whenever He could. Sometimes in my life, I am so wrapped up in the things that I am currently involved in that I forget about those around me who may need my help. I know that God wants me to serve others.

Laney W., 14, Missouri, USA