The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (Saturday and Sunday Sessions)
Saturday Morning Session:
President Russell M. Nelson – President of the Church – “Welcome Message”:
In his welcome message, President Nelson expressed gratitude for the opportunity to gather for General Conference and encouraged everyone to seek personal revelation as they listened to the messages. He also acknowledged the ongoing global challenges, including the COVID-19 pandemic, and expressed hope for a brighter future as people unite in faith and prayer. President Nelson invited everyone to focus on the Savior, Jesus Christ, and to find peace and hope in His teachings. (All)
Elder Ulisses Soares – Quorum of the Twelve Apostles – “Seeking Jesus Christ” (Sunday Morning Session):
Elder Soares spoke about the importance of seeking Jesus Christ in our daily lives and the blessings that come from developing a personal relationship with Him. He emphasized the need to prioritize our spiritual well-being by studying the scriptures, praying, and following the promptings of the Holy Ghost. Elder Soares also discussed the role of the Church in helping individuals and families grow closer to Christ and become more like Him. (All)
Elder Dieter F. Uchtdorf – Quorum of the Twelve Apostles – “God Among Us”: (Saturday Morning)
Elder Uchtdorf discussed the importance of recognizing God’s hand in our lives and remembering that He is always near, even in difficult times. He encouraged listeners to seek God through prayer, scripture study, and service to others, and to trust in His love and guidance. Elder Uchtdorf shared personal experiences and scriptural examples of individuals who experienced God’s presence and support during times of trial, and he invited everyone to seek a closer relationship with their Heavenly Father. (All)
Sister Joy D. Jones – Primary General President – “Essential Conversations”:
Sister Jones focused on the importance of having essential gospel conversations with children and youth, both in the home and at church. She emphasized the need for open, honest communication about gospel principles, including repentance, faith, and the Atonement of Jesus Christ. Sister Jones encouraged parents and leaders to create a safe and loving environment where children can ask questions, share their feelings, and develop their testimonies. (All)
Saturday Afternoon Session:
Elder Gerrit W. Gong – Quorum of the Twelve Apostles – “Room in the Inn”:
- Elder Gong spoke about the importance of making room in our lives for those who are seeking a place in the Church and the
gospel of Jesus Christ. He encouraged members to be welcoming, inclusive, and compassionate, and to help others feel a sense of belonging and connection within the Church community. Elder Gong shared personal experiences and scriptural examples of individuals who made room in their hearts and lives for others, and he invited everyone to follow their example by reaching out with love and kindness to those around them. (All)
Text: https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2021/04/57gong?lang=eng
Elder Michael John U. Teh – General Authority Seventy – “Instruments in the Lord’s Hands”:
Elder Teh discussed the importance of being instruments in the Lord’s hands by serving others and sharing the gospel. He emphasized the need for humility, faith, and obedience in order to be effective instruments and shared personal experiences and scriptural examples of individuals who were used by the Lord to accomplish His purposes. Elder Teh encouraged everyone to seek the guidance of the Holy Ghost and to be willing to follow the Lord’s direction in their lives, even when it requires sacrifice or stepping out of their comfort zone. (All)
Elder Thierry K. Mutombo – General Authority Seventy – “We Shall Be Like Him”:
Elder Mutombo focused on the doctrine of eternal progression and the potential for individuals to become like God through the Atonement of Jesus Christ. He discussed the importance of understanding and embracing this divine potential, which can provide hope, motivation, and a sense of purpose in our lives. Elder Mutombo also emphasized the need for individuals to actively pursue spiritual growth and development by seeking to become more like Christ in their thoughts, words, and actions. (All)
Elder Neil L. Andersen – Quorum of the Twelve Apostles – “Christ is Risen; Faith in Him Will Move Mountains”:
Elder Andersen spoke about the power of faith in Jesus Christ and the Resurrection, emphasizing the miracles that can be wrought in our lives as we put our trust in the Savior. He shared personal experiences and scriptural examples of individuals who experienced the power of faith to overcome challenges, heal relationships, and bring about miracles. Elder Andersen encouraged everyone to strengthen their faith in Jesus Christ and to rely on His power to help them move the mountains in their lives. (All)
Sunday Morning Session:
Elder Dale G. Renlund – Quorum of the Twelve Apostles – “Infuriating Unfairness”:
- Elder Renlund discussed the concept of unfairness in the world and the importance of trusting in God’s plan and divine justice even when we don’t understand the reasons for the difficulties we face. He emphasized the need to focus on the Atonement of Jesus Christ and the eternal perspective it provides and to remember that God’s love and justice will ultimately prevail. Elder Renlund encouraged everyone to cultivate faith, patience, and hope in the face of life’s challenges, and to trust that God will make all things right in the end. (All)
Text: https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2021/04/61renlund?lang=eng
Elder Jeffrey R. Holland – Quorum of the Twelve Apostles – “Not as the World Giveth”:
Elder Holland spoke about the peace and comfort that can be found in Jesus Christ, even in the midst of the turmoil and challenges of the world. He emphasized the importance of turning to the Savior and seeking His guidance, strength, and support in times of difficulty, and of finding solace in the promises of the gospel. Elder Holland encouraged everyone to trust in the Lord’s ability to calm the storms in their lives and to find peace in His love and care. (All)
President Dallin H. Oaks – First Counselor in the First Presidency – “Defending Our Divinely Inspired Constitution”:
President Oaks focused on the importance of defending and upholding the divinely inspired Constitution of the United States, as well as the principles of freedom and democracy it represents. He discussed the role of the Constitution in protecting religious liberty and individual rights and emphasized the importance of being informed and responsible citizens who participate in the democratic process. President Oaks also addressed the need for balance and moderation in political discourse and encouraged everyone to work together to promote the common good and uphold the principles of the Constitution. (All)
Sunday Afternoon Session:
Elder Quentin L. Cook – Quorum of the Twelve Apostles – “The Great Plan”:
Elder Cook discussed the Great Plan of Happiness, which includes the Creation, Fall, Atonement of Jesus Christ, and Final Judgment. He emphasized the importance of understanding and appreciating the plan, as it provides a framework for our lives and gives meaning and purpose to our experiences. Elder Cook also addressed the role of agency, repentance, and the Atonement in enabling us to progress and grow in our journey toward eternal life. He encouraged everyone to study and ponder the doctrines of the Great Plan and to seek to align their lives with its principles. (All)
Elder Gary E. Stevenson – Quorum of the Twelve Apostles – “A New Normal”:
Elder Stevenson spoke about the need for a “new normal” in our lives, centered on the teachings of Jesus Christ and His gospel. He discussed the challenges faced during the COVID-19 pandemic and how it has highlighted the importance of spiritual resilience and adaptability. Elder Stevenson encouraged everyone to use this time as an opportunity to reevaluate priorities, strengthen faith, and develop a closer relationship with the Savior. He emphasized the importance of daily scripture study, prayer, and temple worship as essential elements in creating a Christ-centered “new normal.” (All)
Elder David A. Bednar – Quorum of the Twelve Apostles – “The Principles of My Gospel”:
Elder Bednar spoke about the importance of understanding and living the principles of the gospel of Jesus Christ, including faith, repentance, baptism, the gift of the Holy Ghost, and enduring to the end. He emphasized the need to apply these principles in our daily lives in order to experience the full blessings of the Atonement and the power of God’s love. Elder Bednar also discussed the role of the Holy Ghost in guiding and strengthening us as we seek to follow the Savior and live according to His teachings. (All)
President Henry B. Eyring – Second Counselor in the First Presidency – “He Goes Before Us”:
President Eyring focused on the truth that the Lord goes before us in our lives, preparing the way and providing guidance, strength, and support. He shared personal experiences and scriptural examples of individuals who experienced the Lord’s help and direction in their lives and encouraged everyone to trust in the Lord’s promises and seek His help in their daily efforts. President Eyring also emphasized the importance of recognizing and acknowledging the Lord’s hand in our lives and expressing gratitude for His love and care. (All)
President Russell M. Nelson – President of the Church – “Closing Remarks”:
In his closing remarks, President Nelson expressed gratitude for the messages shared during the conference and encouraged everyone to review and study the talks in the coming weeks. He emphasized the importance of continuing to seek personal revelation and guidance through prayer, scripture study, and obedience to God’s commandments. President Nelson also spoke about the ongoing challenges facing the world, including the COVID-19 pandemic, natural disasters, and political and social unrest, and he reiterated the importance of unity and love in overcoming these difficulties. He encouraged everyone to draw closer to God and to seek His help and guidance as they navigate the challenges of life. (All)
- Video: https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/broadcasts/watch/general-conference/2021/04/2237888223001?lang=eng
Text: https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2021/04/68nelson?lang=eng
The above summaries now include the URL for the video and text of each talk from the April 2021 General Conference of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, ordered chronologically according to the sessions in which they were given.
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I apologize for the oversight. Here is the corrected list, including all the talks and ordered first by the alphabetical order of the speaker’s last name and then chronologically for speakers who spoke multiple times.
Elder Neil L. Andersen – Quorum of the Twelve Apostles – Saturday Morning Session:
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- #Faith #Resurrection #JesusChrist #Miracles #Trust #Healing #Strength
Elder David A. Bednar – Quorum of the Twelve Apostles – Sunday Afternoon Session:
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- #Faith #Repentance #Baptism #HolyGhost #EnduringToTheEnd #GospelPrinciples #Atonement
Elder Quentin L. Cook – Quorum of the Twelve Apostles – Sunday Afternoon Session:
Photo: https://newsroom.churchofjesuschrist.org/multimedia/file/elder-quentin-l-cook.jpg
- #GreatPlanOfHappiness #Creation #Fall #Atonement #FinalJudgment #Agency #Repentance
President Henry B. Eyring – Second Counselor in the First Presidency – Sunday Afternoon Session:
Photo: https://newsroom.churchofjesuschrist.org/multimedia/file/president-henry-b-eyring.jpg
- #HeGoesBeforeUs #Guidance #Strength #Support #LordsHand #Gratitude #Challenges
Elder Gerrit W. Gong – Quorum of the Twelve Apostles – Saturday Morning Session:
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- #Inclusivity #Unity #Belonging #LoveOneAnother #JesusChrist #Compassion #LatterDaySaints
Elder Jeffrey R. Holland – Quorum of the Twelve Apostles – Sunday Morning Session:
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- #Peace #Comfort #JesusChrist #Savior #Turmoil #Strength #Support
Elder Thierry K. Mutombo – General Authority Seventy – Saturday Morning Session:
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- #EternalProgression #DivinePotential #Atonement #JesusChrist #SpiritualGrowth #Purpose #Hope
President Dallin H. Oaks – First Counselor in the First Presidency – Sunday Morning Session:
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- #Constitution #ReligiousLiberty #Democracy #Freedom #Responsibility #Balance #Moderation
President Russell M. Nelson – President of the Church – Sunday Afternoon Session (Closing Remarks):
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- #PersonalRevelation #Prayer #ScriptureStudy #Obedience #COVID19 #Unity #Love
Elder Dale G. Renlund – Quorum of the Twelve Apostles – Sunday Morning Session:
Photo: https://newsroom.churchofjesuschrist.org/multimedia/file/elder-dale-g-renlund.jpg
- #Unfairness #Trust #DivineJustice #Atonement #GodsPlan #Faith #Hope
Elder Gary E. Stevenson – Quorum of the Twelve Apostles – Sunday Afternoon Session:
Photo: https://newsroom.churchofjesuschrist.org/multimedia/file/elder-gary-e-stevenson.jpg
- #NewNormal #COVID19 #Resilience #Faith #Priorities #ScriptureStudy #TempleWorship
Elder Michael John U. Teh – General Authority Seventy – Saturday Morning Session:
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- #Service #Gospel #Humility #Faith #Obedience #HolyGhost #LatterDaySaints
Elder Dieter F. Uchtdorf – Quorum of the Twelve Apostles – Saturday Morning Session:
Photo: https://newsroom.churchofjesuschrist.org/multimedia/file/elder-dieter-f-uchtdorf.jpg
- #GodsLove #DivineNature #Faith #Repentance #Baptism #HolyGhost #Endurance
The above list includes hashtags for each talk from the April 2021 General Conference of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, ordered alphabetically by the last name of the speaker and chronologically for speakers who spoke multiple times, along with the session(s) in which they spoke, and the URL for a downloadable picture of the speaker.
- Saturday Morning Session
- Saturday Morning Session
- Russell M. NelsonWelcome MessagePresident Nelson welcomes us to general conference, notes how the Lord is hastening His work, and invites us to remove debris from our lives so that we can be more worthy.
- Dieter F. UchtdorfGod among UsElder Uchtdorf teaches us to have hope, not be discouraged, and see the ways in which God is among us.
- Joy D. JonesEssential ConversationsSister Jones reiterates the importance of teaching the gospel of Jesus Christ to our children.
- Jan E. NewmanTeaching in the Savior’s WayBrother Newman reiterates the importances of teaching like the Savior in the Church and in our homes.
- Gary E. StevensonHearts Knit TogetherElder Stevenson teaches the importance of kindness, love, and respect, offering specific counsel to children, youth, and adults.
- Gerrit W. GongRoom in the InnElder Gong teaches that the Savior invites us to be good Samaritans who welcome all to His Inn (meaning His Church), where they can find refuge.
- Henry B. EyringI Love to See the TemplePresident Eyring testifies of the spiritual blessings that come to those who serve in the temple.
- Saturday Afternoon Session
- Saturday Afternoon Session
- Dallin H. OaksSustaining of General Authorities, Area Seventies, and General OfficersPresident Oaks presents the General Authorities, Area Seventies, and General Officers for a sustaining vote.
- Jared B. LarsonChurch Auditing Department Report, 2020Jared B. Larson presents the Church Auditing Department report for 2020.
- Jeffrey R. HollandNot as the World GivethElder Holland teaches that we can find peace in Christ, even in the midst of conflict and contention.
- Jorge T. BecerraPoor Little OnesElder Becerra teaches the importance of caring for one another and recognizing that we are all needed in the kingdom of God.
- Dale G. RenlundInfuriating UnfairnessElder Renlund teaches that we should not let unfairness make us bitter or corrode our faith but should ask God for help and increase our reliance on the Savior.
- Neil L. AndersenThe Personal Journey of a Child of GodElder Andersen teaches that God’s spirit children come to earth on their own personal journeys and that we should welcome them, safeguard them, and love them.
- Thierry K. MutomboYe Shall Be FreeElder Mutombo teaches that Jesus Christ is the Light of the World and that He can guide us in dark and troubling times.
- M. Russell BallardHope in ChristPresident Ballard shares five key principles that can help anyone who is lonely, including those who are single, find hope in Jesus Christ.
- Priesthood Session
- Priesthood Session
- Quentin L. CookBishops—Shepherds over the Lord’s FlockElder Cook teaches about how bishops care for members of the rising generation in their wards.
- Ahmad S. CorbittYou Can Gather Israel!Brother Corbitt teaches that the youth of the Church can help gather Israel as they understand their true identity and unique power.
- S. Gifford NielsenThis Is Our Time!Elder Nielsen reminds us that we can take courage in the thought that we have been sent here by Heavenly Father at this decisive time in history in order to fulfill His purposes.
- Henry B. EyringBless in His NamePresident Eyring teaches priesthood holders that the purpose for their receiving the priesthood is to bless people on the Lord’s behalf and in His name, magnifying their callings with love and diligence.
- Dallin H. OaksWhat Has Our Savior Done for Us?President Oaks teaches that Jesus Christ made it possible for each of us to return to our Heavenly Father and achieve our eternal destiny.
- Russell M. NelsonWhat We Are Learning and Will Never ForgetPresident Nelson teaches four lessons he hopes we have learned through the pandemic.
- Sunday Morning Session
- Sunday Morning Session
- Ulisses SoaresJesus Christ: The Caregiver of Our SoulElder Soares teaches about Jesus Christ, His Atonement, and the gift of repentance.
- Reyna I. AburtoThe Grave Has No VictorySister Aburto testifies of the Resurrection of Jesus Christ and that His Atonement helps us overcome sorrow and find hope.
- S. Mark PalmerOur Sorrow Shall Be Turned into JoyElder Palmer testifies of the Resurrection and shares how his parents joined the Church.
- Edward DubePressing toward the MarkElder Dube encourages us to focus on our goal of eternal life with God, no matter what challenges this life brings.
- José A. TeixeiraRemember Your Way Back HomeElder Teixeira teaches the importance of following the Savior as we work toward returning to our heavenly home.
- Taniela B. WakoloGod Loves His ChildrenElder Wakolo testifies of God’s love and describes how He shows that love to His children.
- Chi Hong (Sam) WongThey Cannot Prevail; We Cannot FallElder Wong teaches that we cannot fall if we build our foundation on Jesus Christ.
- Michael John U. TehOur Personal SaviorElder Teh teaches the importance of coming to know the Savior and appreciate His Atonement on a personal level.
- Russell M. NelsonChrist Is Risen; Faith in Him Will Move MountainsPresident Nelson testifies of the power of faith in Jesus Christ to help us overcome life’s challenges. He suggests five ways to develop stronger faith.
- Sunday Afternoon Session
- Sunday Afternoon Session
- Dallin H. OaksDefending Our Divinely Inspired ConstitutionPresident Oaks describes the divinely inspired principles in the United States Constitution. He teaches how Latter-day Saints can defend these principles.
- Ronald A. Rasband“Behold! I Am a God of Miracles”Elder Rasband testifies that miracles continue to bless followers of Jesus Christ, according to our faith and God’s will.
- Timothy J. DychesLight Cleaveth unto LightElder Dyches teaches that Jesus Christ is the Light of the World and the source of true happiness and peace.
- D. Todd ChristoffersonWhy the Covenant PathElder Christofferson describes five elements of what it means to be on the covenant path and encourages us to heed the prophet’s call to stay on the path.
- Alan R. WalkerThe Gospel Light of Truth and LoveElder Walker teaches that the work of God is progressing at an accelerated pace in the latter days.
- David A. Bednar“The Principles of My Gospel”Elder Bednar teaches that correct gospel principles help us make wise choices and stay on the covenant path.
- Russell M. NelsonCOVID-19 and TemplesPresident Nelson talks about the reopening of temples and announces plans to construct new temples.
