General Conference

I always love General Conference. General Conference is twice a year (April and October) when the whole Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints gathers to hear revelation from the Lord. This revelation is given by the leadership of the Church after prayer and meditation. Members of the Church can watch General Conference on the internet, in church buildings, and in some places on TV, and can listen in on radio.

When I was younger I liked it because we got to stay home and watch it on TV. We kids were always able to maneuver our parents into buying special treats because it is a very special weekend, after all.

Now that I'm older I love General Conference because it gives me the motivation I need to try to be a better person. I very much appreciate what was said in the closing prayer of the Sunday afternoon session (there are four 2-hour sessions--two on Saturday and two on Sunday). The prayer said something along the lines of thanks for proud hearts being humbled, weak hearts being strengthened, and comfort given to all.

General Conference is a treat for me. I love hearing what is most important for me to do during the next six months until the upcoming conference. I always come away with so many ways to be better, but without fail I come away with a feeling of love from God and courage to do those things.