Sustaining of General Authorities, Area Seventies, and General Officers
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Before Reading
Before reading or listening to the talk, consider the following questions:
- What is the purpose of sustaining Church leaders?
- Who are proposed to be sustained as the First Presidency?
- What changes were announced for the Area Seventies?
- How are members invited to express their support or opposition?
- Why is sustaining Church leaders an important practice?
Topics
Sustain Church Leadership
The practice of sustaining Church leaders is a key part of General Conference, allowing members to express their support for the First Presidency, Quorum of the Twelve Apostles, and other leaders. It is a demonstration of faith and unity within the Church.
Brothers and sisters, it will now be my privilege to present the General Authorities, Area Seventies, and General Officers of the Church for your sustaining vote.
We ask that you please express your support in the usual way, wherever you may be.
- What does it mean to sustain a Church leader?
- How do members express their support during the sustaining process?
- How do you personally feel when you participate in sustaining Church leaders?
- In what ways can you show your support for Church leaders beyond the sustaining vote?
Acknowledge Leadership Changes
President Eyring announces changes in Church leadership, including the sustaining of new Area Seventies. These changes are part of the ongoing administration and adaptation within the Church to meet its global needs.
We note that six new Area Seventies were sustained during the general conference leadership meetings on Thursday, October 3, and then announced on the Church’s website.
- Who are the newly sustained Area Seventies?
- Why is it important to announce leadership changes during General Conference?
- How can you prepare to accept and support new leaders in your local area?
- What can you learn from the process of leadership change in the Church?
Express Opposition Respectfully
Members are given the opportunity to express opposition to the sustaining of Church leaders. This is done in a respectful and orderly manner, ensuring that all voices can be heard.
If there are those who oppose any of the proposals, we ask that you contact your stake president.
- What should a member do if they oppose the sustaining of a leader?
- How does the Church handle opposition during the sustaining process?
- Have you ever felt the need to express opposition during a sustaining? How did you handle it?
- What steps can you take to ensure your concerns are addressed respectfully and appropriately?
Demonstrate Faith and Unity
Sustaining Church leaders is an expression of faith and unity among Church members. It reflects a collective commitment to follow the guidance of the Lord through His appointed servants.
Thank you, brothers and sisters, for your continued faith and prayers on behalf of the leadership of the Church.
- How does sustaining leaders demonstrate faith?
- In what ways does this practice promote unity within the Church?
- What personal experiences have strengthened your faith in Church leadership?
- How can you contribute to unity in your ward or branch?
Role of the First Presidency and Quorum of the Twelve
The First Presidency and Quorum of the Twelve Apostles are sustained as prophets, seers, and revelators. This emphasizes their role in guiding the Church and receiving revelation for the members.
It is proposed that we sustain the counselors in the First Presidency and the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles as prophets, seers, and revelators.
- What are the roles of the First Presidency and Quorum of the Twelve Apostles?
- Why are they sustained as prophets, seers, and revelators?
- How do you seek guidance from the teachings of the First Presidency and Quorum of the Twelve?
- What role do these leaders play in your personal spiritual journey?
