Dr. Mark D. Ogletree

Family Guy, Husband, Father, Professor, Author, BYU Football Fanatic, and a really bad Golfer

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“Today, I say to each of you: You are essential to God’s plan.” — #ElderWakolo | #GeneralConference

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“Eternal marriage is not a short-term experiment but a journey, an eternal journey of becoming who God desires us to become,” said Elder @AndersenNeilL. #GeneralConference
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In December 2025, President Christofferson spoke about the birth of the Savior in a BYU devotional. https://t.co/KlaZMNqznZ

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“Each of us can strive to follow our Savior in His teachings about how to relate to one another. This does not mean surrendering our values.” — @OaksDallinH | #GeneralConference

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See photos and read a summary of the Saturday morning session of April 2026 general conference.

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Eternal Marriage is an Eternal Journey

-Elder Neil A Anderson

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President @OaksDallinH thanks members for their sustaining vote and continued service

Most of the Church’s 17 million members know that general conference is hosted twice each year. Saturday’s session is different than most because it begins with a solemn assembly.

Solemn assemblies only happen in the first conference after a new president and prophet of the Church has been called.

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At the close of the general conference session on Easter morning, April 5, 2026, President Dallin H. Oaks (@OaksDallinH), President of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, taught that belief in a literal, universal resurrection helps individuals live together in love in this life and anticipate joyful reunions in the next.

Latter-day Saints can choose to follow Christ’s teachings and example to love others, including adversaries, even if they show little to no love in return, he said.
“Peacemakers! How it would change the world if followers of Christ would forgo harsh and hurtful words in all their communications,” he said.

Learn more on Church Newsroom.

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“Christlike character grows out of a Christlike heart.” — President D. Todd Christofferson (@ChristoffDTodd) #GeneralConference

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“I glory in our Redeemer. His arms of mercy are extended towards us. He sends an invitation to all, saying, ‘Repent, and I will receive you’. We are engraved upon the palms of His hands.” — #ElderHall | #GeneralConference

[Dieter F. Uchtdorf @UchtdorfDF]

Nearly 2,000 years ago, a small group of women rose while it was still dark and made their way towards the tomb where the body of their beloved Lord, Jesus Christ, had been laid to rest.

Despite grief, fear, and unanswered questions, they encountered the empty tomb and learned for themselves the glorious truth of His Resurrection.

These few women became the world’s first witnesses of the single greatest event in the history of the world.

We must all do the same.

We must encounter the empty tomb, experience the reality of what it means and, in turn, share that witness with others.

No, we were not with Mary on that blessed Easter morning. We did not see what she and the other women saw. But we can ask ourselves: what have we seen, felt, or experienced?

Shall we not, therefore, become witnesses of Jesus Christ? Shall we not share our love for Him with others?

My dear friends, on this holy Easter morning, I offer my witness:

He is risen.

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The literal resurrection of Jesus is, of course, the subject of so many scriptures that it is settled doctrine for believers of the Bible and Book of Mormon. For us, the universal resurrection is equally certain.

I wonder if we fully appreciate the enormous significance of our belief in a literal, universal resurrection. The conviction that death is not the conclusion of our identity changes the whole perspective of our mortal life.

It affects how we look on the physical challenges of mortality. It gives us the strength and perspective to endure the mortal challenges faced by each of us and by those we love.

It signifies that mortal deficiencies are only temporary! It also gives us the courage to face our own death or that of loved ones—even deaths we might call premature.

Our belief in the resurrection also encourages us to fulfill our family responsibilities in mortality. It helps us live together in love in this life in anticipation of joyful reunions and associations in the next.

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Artwork: “Above All” by Kelsy and Jesse Lighweave

[Dale G. Renlund @DaleGRenlund]

Focusing on the Savior, His infinite Atonement, and what He has done for us will bring joy and clarity into our lives, no matter how many other concerns we have.

I cannot add more time to your days or eliminate the many concerns modern life brings. But I can offer this counsel: Not all matters are of equal value, and maintaining an eternal perspective helps us prioritize the things that are of greatest value.

This is why ancient and modern prophets have always and will always direct us to Christ.

Because Jesus Christ completed the Atonement, He has the power to help you along your earthly journey and to redeem you from death, both physical and spiritual. Celebrate the joyous message of Easter every day by reflecting every day on the blessings you receive because of Him.

Jesus Christ is the Resurrection and the Life, the Only Begotten of the Father, the Worthy Lamb who was slain, our Redeemer, our Savior, our Advocate, and most assuredly, the Risen Lord. #GeneralConference #GreaterLove

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“Jesus acts and thinks out of pure love; He yearns to bless and lift others; and He delights to do the will of God.” — @ChristoffDTodd | #GeneralConference

[Ronald A. Rasband @RonaldARasband]

This Easter Sunday, all Christians, brothers and sisters in the Lord, honor and celebrate the Resurrection of our Redeemer, Jesus Christ. His Resurrection and His Atonement are the most powerful, far-reaching, and sacred events in all human history.

After three days in a borrowed tomb, Jesus Christ broke the bands of death imposed by the Fall. With His Resurrection, He secured salvation from physical death for us, all of God’s children throughout the ages.

When Mary and other faithful women approached the garden tomb to care for the body of their Lord, they found two angels who announced, “He is not here, but is risen” (Luke 24:5–6).

Those glorious words, “He is risen” have sparked religious ceremony, gratitude, faith in Jesus Christ, and His promises for centuries.

May we feel to our very souls these stirring words, “He is risen! He is risen! Tell it out with joyful voice” and “Let the whole wide earth rejoice.”

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The 196th Annual General Conference of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints is taking place over Easter weekend, April 4-5, at the Conference Center in Salt Lake City, Utah.

With a solemn assembly for a new prophet, a nearly 25% increase in the number of new converts and the first general officer from Africa, The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints looked the part of a vibrant, growing, international faith.

See updates, photos and talk summaries at the link above.

✏️: Aaron Shill; Tad Walch, Deseret News
📸: Isaac Hale, Deseret News

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”Ministering not only brings forth the blessings of heaven, it is the way of heaven.” — Sister Kristin M. Yee #GeneralConference

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“As we pray continually, no matter the circumstances of life, the Lord will offer us His peace and abiding support,” said President @EyringHB. #GeneralConference https://t.co/7gqIt5AD47

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Jesus Christ has both the power and the desire to save us from our sins. - Elder Dale G. Renlund

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“Families with such a precious member know what a privilege it is to be blessed with one with special needs. Associating with Paxton, our whole family gained an increased, deep, and abiding trust in the Lord.” — @RonaldARasband | #GeneralConference