Cook see accompanying article and Elder Ronald A. Rasband of the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles. The two each acknowledged President Russell M. I pray that we will not miss the majesty of this moment. The Lord is indeed hastening His work. That is your day. That is the field you are going out into. Wright , first counselor in the Primary general presidency.
Elder Michael T. Ringwood of the Presidency of the Seventy spoke at the Jan. The seven General Authority Seventies who are assistant executive directors in the Missionary Department also led sessions, as did senior department leaders. Sessions taught how the Missionary Purpose aligns with the gospel of Christ, the doctrine of Christ, the house of the Lord, missionary standards and the righteous use of technology.
Other topics included the Book of Mormon, ecclesiastical responsibilities and administrative roles, overseeing medical and emotional issues, and helping missionaries become lifelong disciples of Christ. All underscored the importance of teaching of the Savior when training new missionaries, such as Elder Rasband recalling when he was the new president of the New York New York North Mission and some missionaries were casual in obedience, even after repeated reminders.
Several months later, the missionaries showed great growth β not only in obedience but in all aspects of their missionary and personal lives, Elder Rasband said. Focus them on Jesus Christ from the get-go, and they will serve Him because they love Him. For the seminar sessions, the 11 new MTC leadership couples sat beside the manager of operations from their respective MTCs, with the presidents and companions focused on their ecclesiastical roles and the managers having responsibilities over operational functions, including faculty and staff, meals, housing and transportation.
Attending the Seminar for New MTC Leaders were the following, with the respective manager of operations included:. Heap Jr. Agustin and Sister Bernadette Mari B. Owen and Sister Jane S. Owen ; George Rahlf. Harper and Sister Kim E. Laura Seitz, Deseret News. By Scott Taylor.
