Saturday Afternoon Session
The Family Proclamation—Words from God
Excerpts
I love the family proclamation. … The proclamation has a divine origin, so we must treat it with the reverence deserving words from God. …
When presented, the proclamation did not align with the views of many in the world. Not then. Not now. There are those who take issue with the declaration on family, marriage, and gender. Some suggest the Church pull it back, revise, or even set the proclamation aside.
This proclamation on the family is, as President Hinckley stated, doctrine, my dear brothers and sisters. The principles are not out of step but perfectly in step with the ways of the Lord and His covenant path. The teachings of the proclamation were revealed by our Lord Jesus Christ to His Apostles then and now. …
For those with concerns, know that you are a child of heavenly parents, part of your Heavenly Father’s family. No one knows you better or cares more deeply about you than He does. Turn to Him; pour out your heart to Him; trust Him and His promises. …
We find in the family proclamation:
“Fathers and mothers are obligated to help one another as equal partners.”
Equal is a word that matters. …
When we live with our eyes single to the glory of God, we respect one another and support one another. …
Our Father in Heaven has provided the proclamation on the family to help guide us home to Him, to help us learn and be filled with love, strength, purpose, and eternal understanding.