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Hope in Christ
President M Russel Ballard
"Brothers and sisters, more than half of adults in the Church today are widowed, divorced, or not yet married. Some wonder about their opportunities and place in God's plan and in the Church. We should understand that eternal life is not simply a question of current marital status but of discipleship and being “valiant in the testimony of Jesus.” The hope of all who are single is the same as for all members of the Lord's restored Church—access to the grace of Christ through “obedience to the laws and ordinances of the Gospel.”
Single Adult Face to Face
Elder Andersen, Sister Bingham, and Sister Eubank
"We know that many single adults are facing difficult challenges or have questions or concerns," said Elder Andersen, adding that "the Savior's love can heal every sorrow. We hope to be able to share the incomparable love of the Savior with our friends around the world."
Single adults make up over 50 percent of the adult membership of the Church, noted Sister Bingham. "That is a significant audience!"" she said. "We look forward to having a conversation with them about their contributions to the kingdom, their capacity to serve others, and their love of the Lord Jesus Christ."
Sister Eubanks said that as a single adult herself, she is happy to have this open conversation with other single adults. "Every member, no matter their circumstances, has so much to contribute," she said, "and we hope to better recognize this of members of the Church."
Added Elder Andersen, "To those adults, whether you have never been married or are widowed, divorced, or a single parent, you are needed in God's kingdom. We are grateful for all you do to progress the work of the Lord."
A Conversation with Single Adults
President Gordon B. Hinkley
"Brothers and sisters, look above your trials. Try to forget your own pain as you work to alleviate the pain of others. Mingle together as opportunity affords. It is important that we do so. We need others to talk with and to share our feelings and faith with. Cultivate friends. Begin by being a good friend to others. Share your burdens with the Lord. He has said to each of us: "Come unto me, all ye that labour and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest. "Take my yoke upon you, and learn of me; for I am meek and lowly in heart: and ye shall find rest unto your souls. "For my yoke is easy, and my burden is light."