Sustaining of General Authorities, Area Seventies, and General Officers

Affirming Church Leadership

The process of sustaining church leaders is a vital expression of support and unity among church members. President Eyring presents the First Presidency, the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles, and other General Authorities for members to sustain.

It is proposed that we sustain Russell Marion Nelson as prophet, seer, and revelator and President of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.

Thank you, brothers and sisters, for your continued faith and prayers on behalf of the leadership of the Church.

• Members express their support through a sustaining vote.
• The sustaining of leaders is a demonstration of faith and unity.
• Opposition is addressed by contacting local leaders.

• Reflect on a time when you felt the Spirit confirm the calling of a church leader.
• Consider how you have seen the impact of united support for church leadership in your local ward or stake.
• Think about how sustaining leaders has strengthened your personal faith.

Sustaining the First Presidency and Quorum of the Twelve

The First Presidency and the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles are presented for sustaining as prophets, seers, and revelators. This reflects their roles in guiding the church under the Lord's direction.

It is proposed that we sustain the counselors in the First Presidency and the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles as prophets, seers, and revelators.

• The First Presidency and the Quorum of the Twelve are sustained as prophets, seers, and revelators.
• This sustaining is an acknowledgment of their divine roles in the church.

• Share an experience where you felt guided by the teachings of the First Presidency or the Quorum of the Twelve.
• Discuss how you have come to understand the roles of prophets, seers, and revelators in your life.
• Consider how sustaining these leaders has influenced your commitment to follow their counsel.

Introducing New Area Seventies

New Area Seventies are introduced and sustained, highlighting the global nature of church leadership and the ongoing need for inspired leaders to guide regional church activities.

We note that six new Area Seventies were sustained during the general conference leadership meetings.

• Six new Area Seventies were sustained and announced.
• Area Seventies play a crucial role in regional church leadership.

• Reflect on how local church leaders have impacted your spiritual growth.
• Consider how the calling of new leaders can bring fresh perspectives and guidance.
• Think about how you can support Area Seventies in their roles.

The Role of General Authorities and Officers

General Authorities and Officers are sustained in their roles, ensuring that the church is led by those who are divinely appointed and supported by the membership.

It is proposed that we sustain the other General Authorities, Area Seventies, and General Officers as presently constituted.

• General Authorities and Officers are sustained as currently constituted.
• This process ensures that leadership is continually supported by the membership.

• Share an experience where a General Authority's message particularly resonated with you.
• Discuss how you have seen General Officers support and uplift the church community.
• Reflect on the importance of having inspired leaders at all levels of the church.

Expressing Support and Unity

The sustaining vote is a collective expression of support and unity from church members, demonstrating their faith in the leaders called to guide the church.

Those in favor may manifest it. Those opposed, if any, may manifest it.

• The sustaining vote is a key expression of unity among church members.
• This process shows faith in the Lord's chosen leaders.

• Consider how participating in sustaining votes has strengthened your sense of community within the church.
• Think about a time when you felt unified with others in supporting church leaders.
• Reflect on the role of unity and support in your personal faith journey.