“Contents,” New Era, Dec. 2004 New Era December 2004 Volume 34, Number 12 Contents The Message: What Think Ye of Christ?Elder Robert D. HalesIt’s a question every person who has ever lived needs to answer. Sharing ChristmasDebbie FramptonThe year we had practically nothing yet divided what we had with those in need was the best Christmas of all. Make Your Holiday Happy Think BigLacey McMurryStephanie David from Texas turned a Personal Progress project into big service for needy children. Idea List: Use Hymns to Know HimSuggestions for using the hymns to learn about Jesus Christ. Q&A: Questions and AnswersI’m not attractive. Please don’t tell me that I am. Why was I born this way? New Era Poster: Give of Yourself A Missionary ChristmasThese young men and women are away from home, but they are busy spreading the true spirit of Christmas. IOU ChristmasKam WixomWe had no tree, no presents, no Christmas dinner, but we found something better. Birthplace of the ProphetJanet ThomasIn wintry Sharon, Vermont, teens have warm feelings about the Prophet Joseph Smith. Gospel Classics: More than a Farm BoyElder Mark E. PetersenJoseph Smith’s name and fame will never die. Of All Things My Sister’s SurpriseAmy L. NielsenMy sister was a doll when she chose a gift that showed her love for me. The Extra Smile The Divine TouchElder M. Russell BallardWe can feel the Savior’s healing touch, and we can help others feel it too. New Era Index for 2004 Poem: Late WinterNani Lii S. Furse PhotoDavid Gaunt