“Contents,” New Era, Oct. 2009, inside front cover–1
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Words of the Prophet
The Joy of Service
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President Thomas S. Monson
As we look heavenward, we inevitably learn of our responsibility to reach outward.
Worth the Wait
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By devoting a few hours, I could serve those who had waited years.
Pocket-Sized Strength
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Reading scriptures each night kept us all going during an outdoor adventure in New Zealand.
Begin with Prayer
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Teens in Ottawa, Ontario, talk about how prayer affects their lives.
Questions and Answers
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“In my family, I am the youngest by many years. I always feel left out of my siblings’ activities and conversations. What can I do to improve our relationship?”
Ugly Duckling or Majestic Swan? It’s Up to You!
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Choose to live up to the divine potential that lies within each of you.
Come, Get Away from the World
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Visiting the temple during an open house can change lives.
An Open House Opened My Heart
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A young woman finds a new goal after a temple open house.
Enough!
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Missionaries stand up to teasing and find a way to teach.
What Joseph Smith Taught
Overcoming Adversity
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Valuable advice on how to deal with the adversities of life.
Place of Peace
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For two young women, the temple in their own country is a special place.
Mormonad
Virtue: The Gold Standard
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True Aim
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Seneca Francis takes aim at her goals.
What’s Up?
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Cleaning Up
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It took five years to finally read her dad’s letter.
In Tune
The Priesthood of Our Lord
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A song to be sung as a round.
I Will Not Play
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Opportunities come around again.
Instant Messages
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Feelings from the Holy Ghost; overcoming shyness; taking a stand; a math miracle.
The Extra Smile
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We’ve Got Mail
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Poem
Moonwalking
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Photo
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