“Contents,” Liahona, June 2014, 1–3 Liahona, June 2014 Messages 4 First Presidency Message: Hastening the Work By President Thomas S. Monson 7 Visiting Teaching Message: The Divine Mission of Jesus Christ: Minister Feature Articles 14 Media with Merit By Katherine Nelson Our interactions with entertainment can be purposeful, consecrated choices. 17 Parenting, Unplugged By Jan Pinborough As we follow the Savior and behold our children, we will turn off, unplug, and disconnect from distractions. 18 Priesthood Power—Available to All By Linda K. Burton The priesthood is a sacred trust given to bless men, women, and children so we can live as families eternally with God. 24 Pioneers in Every Land Latter-day Saints in Italy: A Legacy of Faith By Lia McClanahan The construction of a temple in Italy is the result of a long history of faithful Saints. 30 The Call to Be Christlike By Elder Jeffrey R. Holland Now is the time for us to establish Zion where we are—even if we’re in the midst of Babylon. Departments 8 We Talk of Christ Amazed at the Love Jesus Offers Me By Cesar Lima Escalante 10 Our Homes, Our Families The Challenges Are the Blessings By Rachel Harrison 12 Old Testament Prophets Samuel 13 Teaching For the Strength of Youth Tithes and Offerings 38 Latter-day Saint Voices 80 Until We Meet Again The Power of When By Kelly Louise Urarii Within 24 hours, my husband became deathly ill. One word kept us going. Young Adults 42 Follow the Path of Happiness By Bishop Gérald Caussé These three principles can help you become the architect of your happiness. 47 Sharing the Gospel Online By Maria Mahonri-Yggrazil Arduo Andaca I was always shy about my beliefs, but a new technique helped me open up. Youth 48 Agency and Answers: Recognizing Revelation By Elder Richard G. Scott In order to grow, we have to learn to trust our ability to make correct choices. 52 What If I Don’t Feel a Burning in the Bosom? By Rachel Nielsen I’ve never felt the burning in the bosom. Does that mean the Holy Ghost doesn’t speak to me? 56 Follow the Little Promptings You never know when a little prompting might have a big effect. 57 A Blessing for My Brother By Jesse Jones My brother got in a motorcycle accident and was in the hospital. I felt sick with worry. Questions and Answers What am I supposed to think about during the sacrament? For the Strength of Youth Tithing Provides Inner Strength By Elder Anthony D. Perkins Paying your tithing will help you learn that the Lord keeps all His promises. 62 Finding My Way Back to the Church By Doug Boyack I thought I didn’t need the Church, until a trip and tithing taught me otherwise. 63 Poster: Unbreakable Children 64 A Blessing for Mamá By Susan Barrett Mamá’s back had been hurting her. How could Ruben help? 66 Special Witness: How can I be like a missionary now? By Elder Neil L. Andersen 67 The Reverence Lamb By Elder Scott D. Whiting I wanted to be reverent so I could get a sticker, but something even better happened. 68 Friends around the World I’m Loredana from Italy By Amie Jane Leavitt 70 Figure Activity: Massimo from Italy 71 Following Jesus: Be Helpful 72 Making Music in Uganda By David Dickson Leading the music in front of everybody can be scary, but not for George! 74 Bringing Primary Home Priesthood Ordinances and Temple Work Bless My Family By Jennifer Maddy 76 Our Page 78 For Young Children Will’s Great Idea 81 Prophet Portrait Gordon B. Hinckley Family Home Evening Ideas