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During a recent stake conference in Las Vegas, President D. Todd Christofferson highlighted the importance of testimony in relation to Jesus Christ. Thousands attended this significant event, which marked his first public engagement as a counselor in the First Presidency. President Christofferson called on members to embrace the love of the resurrected Lord and prepare spiritually for the upcoming dedication of the new Lone Mountain Nevada Temple. The conference featured various sessions aimed at strengthening faith and community ties among the local Latter-day Saints.
Las Vegas, Nevada – President D. Todd Christofferson recently emphasized the importance of the testimony of Jesus Christ during a special stake conference held on October 19, as part of a two-day series of meetings in Las Vegas. The conference was attended by thousands of members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and marked President Christofferson’s first public engagement since his appointment as the second counselor in the First Presidency.
As the key speaker at the stake conference, President Christofferson expressed his deep conviction regarding the living Christ and His resurrection. He implored attendees to feel the love and care of the resurrected Lord, promoting a sense of spiritual upliftment among the congregation. The extensive series of meetings included leadership training sessions, a missionary meeting, and a youth devotional, all designed to strengthen the community’s faith and leadership skills.
Each session commenced with greetings from Church President Dallin H. Oaks, who had given his approval for President Christofferson’s visit after months of planning and coordination. The chapel and its overflow areas filled quickly, indicating the high level of interest and participation from local members, many of whom have familial ties to early Latter-day Saints who settled in Nevada in 1855.
During his messages, President Christofferson referred to his intimate experiences witnessing the calls of both President Russell M. Nelson and President Oaks as Prophets of the Lord, indicating a strong personal investment in the leadership of the Church. His remarks also underscored the recent groundbreaking of the new Lone Mountain Nevada Temple, which is set to become part of the new temple district for the Blue Diamond Stake. He encouraged members to better prepare themselves as disciples of Jesus Christ in anticipation of the temple’s dedication.
Participating in the meetings alongside President Christofferson were Sister Kristin M. Yee, the second counselor in the Relief Society general presidency, and General Authority Seventies Elder Jose L. Alonso and Elder Eduardo F. Ortega. Their combined efforts served to reinforce the teachings and community spirit among the attendees.
Currently, Nevada is home to nearly 200,000 Latter-day Saints distributed across almost 350 congregations. The recent dedication of the Elko Nevada Temple has now brought the total operational temples in the state to three, signifying the growing presence of the Church in the region.
As part of the leadership conferences, President Christofferson addressed the leaders from ten stakes, praising the strength and unity of the local Church members. He encouraged all attendees to trust in the Lord for guidance as they serve in their respective communities. Key discussions centered on fostering a covenant relationship with God, emphasizing the importance of discipleship and active engagement in spreading the gospel.
A significant highlight of the youth devotional was President Christofferson’s invitation to local high school students to support each other and commit to strengthening their prayers and participation in gospel sharing. Many youth chose to prioritize their attendance at the conference over social events, such as homecoming dances, highlighting their dedication to spiritual development. The youth expressed feelings of inspiration and a newfound awareness of their potential in spreading the gospel.
In a meeting with the Nevada Las Vegas West Mission, President Christofferson delivered teachings on the Atonement of Jesus Christ, emphasizing its power to cleanse and sanctify individuals. He reiterated the necessity of centering all teachings on Jesus Christ and the significance of His name, a message that resonated well with the gathered missionaries. Sister Yee, Elder Alonso, and Elder Ortega reinforced these teachings on trust and the representation of Jesus Christ among those serving missions in the area.
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