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5/2/98
"You parents and you families
whose lives must be reordered because of a handicapped
one, whose resources and time must be devoted to them,
are special heroes. You are manifesting the works of God
with every thought, with every gesture of tenderness and
care you extend to the handicapped loved one. Never mind
the tears nor the hours of regret and discouragement;
never mind the times when you feel you cannot stand
another day of what is required. You are living the
principles of the gospel of Jesus Christ in exceptional
purity. And you perfect yourselves in the
process."—Elder Boyd K. Packer, The
Moving Of The Water, General Conference, April
1991
5/3/98
"Little wonder that Joseph Smith
would say, 'All the minds and spirits that God ever sent
into the world are susceptible of enlargement.'
(Teachings of the Prophet Joseph Smith, p. 354.) It came
to me forcefully that God expects that His handicapped
children will be given an opportunity for that
enlargement, and that His disciples will accept the great
responsibility to be concerned that they are. 'Bear ye
one another's burdens, and so fulfill the law of Christ.'
(Gal. 6:2.)"—Elder Marion D. Hanks, More
Joy And Rejoicing, General Conference, October
1976
5/4/98
"How are the works of God manifest
in these, our handicapped brothers and sisters? Surely
they are manifested greatly in the loving care and
attention given by parents, other family members,
friends, and associates. The handicapped are not on
trial. Those of us who live free of such limitations are
the ones who are on trial. While those with handicaps
cannot be measured in the same way as others, many
benefit immensely from each accomplishment, no matter how
small."—Elder James E. Faust, The
Works of God, General Conference, October
1984
5/5/98
"Certainly, in the infinite mercy
of God, those with physical and mental limitations will
not remain so after the resurrection. At this time, Alma
says, 'the spirit and the body shall be reunited again in
its perfect form; both limb and joint shall be restored
to its proper frame.' (Alma 11:43.) Afflictions, like
mortality, are temporary."—Elder James E.
Faust, The Works of God, General
Conference, October 1984
5/6/98
"Our lives are blessed as we learn
lessons from trusted friends whose disabilities and
humility invite the Spirit. They teach us a new dimension
of faith, courage, patience, love, and individual worth.
Four young men with severe disabilities work in the Sao
Paulo Temple. Each has a different challenge, but each is
blessing the lives of thousands as they contribute to the
sweet spirit within this beautiful temple. 'Remember the
worth of souls is great in the sight of God' (D&C
18:10)."—Elder W. Craig Zwick, Encircled
in the Saviour's Love, General Conference,
October 1995