At the close of the 183rd semiannual General Conference of the LDS Church, BYU-Hawaii students, members, and non-members all over the world reflected on the words and counsel of President Thomas S. Monson, the apostles, and general authorities. This year’s October conference left students feeling inspired and comforted through the talks they heard. Mckelle Sanders, a freshman studying exercise science from Centerville, Utah, said, “Conference always makes me feel the spirit so strongly, and it’s a fresh start and a reminder on how I should be living my life.” Sanders felt inspired by one talk in particular. “Elder L. Tom Perry’s talk was my favorite because of the story about the grandma and her grandson who was in prison. I have some family members who have fallen away from the church and this talk reminded me how great they still are,” she said. Jonathan Larsen, a freshman from Richland, Wash., said, “One of my favorite talks was by Elder Terence M. Vinson. I liked his story about the boy trying to push the large boulder and his dad told him to use all his strength. When the boy said he was, the father said I am part of your strength. I liked how this story talks about how we must all remember to turn to the Lord when we are in need of strength beyond our own.” “One of my favorites was by President Uchtdorf in the priesthood session,” said Jeff Facer, a sophomore studying marine biology from La Canada, Calif. “Basically I like how he said your success isn’t determined by how many times you fall but by how many times you pick yourself back up.” Gabriela Gomez, a freshman studying ICS communications and peace building from Quetzaltenango, Guatemala, said, “My favorite talk was by Elder Christofferson. He reminded me of my value and duty as a woman. He reminded me of the influence and light I give to the world and that I can help priesthood holders around me through my example and spirit.” All sessions of General Conference are available online at LDS.org or in the special General Conference issue in next month’s Ensign magazine.
Writer: Matt Roberts~Multimedia Journalist
