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"When called as a General Authority twenty years ago, I was asked to work with the single adult members of the Church. I have had continuing opportunities to be taught by them about their particular circumstances, feelings, blessings, challenges, and opportunities. I have seen some brothers and sisters withdraw into their own cocoon to live with bitterness, loneliness, or despair. I have seen others soar as they lift and strengthen others, adding brightness to the spirits of everyone with whom they come in contact.

Some experiencing pain may feel that the Brethren do not have an understanding of their trials and tribulations. We do care from the depths of our hearts. None of us is exempt from the realities of mortality. We all need each other, and we are all working toward the same goal….I promise that you will be blessed as you give of your gifts, talents, and spirit. As you love and comfort another who is in need, the Spirit of the Lord will visit you, and you will find love and comfort in your life."

Elder Robert D. Hales, “Belonging to a Ward Family”, Ensign, March 1996