The Church has published “A Special Message for Unsettling Times” as a supplement to the Ensign magazine. (Download a printable PDF.)
We have all been affected by the recent pandemic and other challenging events around the world. It’s understandable that these disruptions might prompt some feelings of frustration, anxiety, and fear. But God has not abandoned us. He can help us move forward with faith.
The supplement provides messages of hope and comfort in troubling times. It answers questions such as the following:
- Where can I find the latest guidelines about Church activities?
- How can I minister to others safely during this time?
- What about general conference?
- How can I best worship outside of Church meetings?
See the “Messages of Hope and Comfort” section for a list of articles about grief, accepting the Lord’s will, helping children cope, and other comforting messages you could share.
All that is here now is not news to our Heavenly Father… He knew from the beginning what trials we could face, and gave us the tools to both comfort us and carry us thru… “He gives me comfort in the storms of life… when there’s no peace on earth… there is peace in Christ.”
During troubling times like this, I try to remember not to be overcome and to allow myself to become disturbed by the perplexities that cover the earth, but to look forward with a positive and a joyful mind. Heavenly Father has given us the gift of his spirit to be with us and to bring us peace. He will be with His children because that is what He has promised us. In John 14:27 we read….”Peace I leave with you, my peace I give unto you: not as the world giveth, give I unto you. Let not your heart be troubled, neither let it be afraid.”