Study Guide for "Sisters’ Participation in the Gathering of Israel"

In his heartfelt address, President Russell M. Nelson speaks directly to the women of the Church, emphasizing their unique and divine roles in the gathering of Israel. He shares personal anecdotes and provides profound insights into the spiritual gifts and capacities of women. President Nelson also extends four specific invitations to help sisters fulfill their divine potential and contribute significantly to the Lord's work.

Before Reading

Before reading or listening to the talk, consider the following questions:

What unique spiritual gifts and capacities do women possess according to President Nelson?
How does President Nelson describe the role of women in the gathering of Israel?
What are the four specific invitations President Nelson extends to the sisters of the Church?
How does the restructuring of Melchizedek Priesthood quorums relate to the example set by the Relief Society?
What impact does President Nelson believe a 10-day fast from social media can have?

Topics

Recognize and Cultivate Spiritual Gifts

President Nelson emphasizes the unique spiritual gifts and divine capacities endowed to women. He urges sisters to pray to understand, cultivate, and expand these gifts to make a significant impact in the world.

You have special spiritual gifts and propensities.

Pray to understand your spiritual gifts—to cultivate, use, and expand them, even more than you ever have.

What are some examples of spiritual gifts that women might possess?
Why does President Nelson believe it is important for women to understand and cultivate their spiritual gifts?
What spiritual gifts do you feel you have been blessed with?
How can you cultivate and expand your spiritual gifts to help others?

Embrace the Role in Ministering

President Nelson highlights the natural inclination of women to minister and care for others, comparing it to the Savior’s standard. He explains how women’s approach to visiting teaching inspired the shift to a higher and holier way of ministering.

The supreme standard for ministering is that of our Savior, Jesus Christ.

When you are truly ministering, you follow your feelings to help someone else experience more of the Savior’s love.

How does President Nelson describe the difference between traditional home teaching and the new ministering approach?
What qualities make women particularly effective at ministering?
How can you improve your ministering efforts to align more closely with the Savior’s example?
Can you think of a time when you felt prompted to help someone in need? How did you respond?

Participate in the Gathering of Israel

President Nelson extends a prophetic plea for women to shape the future by participating in the gathering of Israel. He underscores the importance of this work and how women’s unique influence is crucial to its success.

This gathering is "the greatest challenge, the greatest cause, and the greatest work on earth today"!

We simply cannot gather Israel without you.

Why does President Nelson consider the gathering of Israel to be the greatest work on earth today?
What specific roles do women play in the gathering of Israel?
What steps can you take to actively participate in the gathering of Israel?
How can you use your unique influence to shape the future and assist in this crucial work?

Engage in Four Specific Invitations

President Nelson offers four specific invitations to the sisters: a 10-day social media fast, reading the Book of Mormon by the end of the year, regular temple attendance, and full participation in Relief Society. These actions are designed to strengthen their spiritual foundation and effectiveness in the Lord’s work.

The effect of your 10-day fast may surprise you.

As you prayerfully study, I promise that the heavens will open for you.

What are the four specific invitations President Nelson extends to the sisters?
How does each invitation help strengthen your spiritual foundation?
Which of the four invitations do you feel most prompted to act on?
How can you incorporate these invitations into your daily life to enhance your spiritual growth?

Support the New Church Curriculum

President Nelson discusses the new home-centered, Church-supported curriculum and emphasizes the vital role women play in its success. He encourages sisters to teach their families and others from the scriptures and to help them turn to the Savior.

You, my dear sisters, are a key to the success of this new, balanced, and coordinated gospel-teaching effort.

Teach them how to draw upon His strengthening power every day of their lives.

What is the new home-centered, Church-supported curriculum?
Why is the role of women crucial to the success of this new curriculum?
How can you effectively teach your family and others from the scriptures?
What strategies can you use to help those you teach turn to the Savior for strength and guidance?