Welcome to Guideposts! Guideposts is a weekly roundup of inspiring social media posts from Church leaders and organizations. This series highlights key messages, quotes, and teachings shared across various platforms, offering you valuable insights and encouragement to strengthen your faith and live the gospel in meaningful ways.
Mother’s Day messages from Church leaders and organizations offered words of comfort, encouragement, and gratitude for all women. From President Russell M. Nelson’s touching reflections on the Savior’s relationship with His mother to stories of faith and sacrifice shared by other leaders, each message highlighted the profound influence of women in shaping lives and nurturing souls.
President Russell M. Nelson expressed compassion for all women, recognizing that Mother’s Day can evoke a variety of emotions. He emphasized the Savior’s tender relationship with His mother, Mary, and encouraged women to see themselves as builders and changers of lives, reminding them that they are known, seen, and loved by the Savior.
President Henry B. Eyring reflected on the legacy of charity he saw in both his mother and his wife, praising women who show Christlike love to those around them. Elder David A. Bednar shared how his mother taught him gospel principles by taking him to the Oakland Temple construction site, leaving a lasting impression of faith.
Image via Canva.Elder Quentin L. Cook expressed gratitude for his mother’s example of prayer during difficult times, emphasizing the powerful impact of parents praying with their children. The Relief Society Worldwide shared two posts on motherhood, highlighting personal reflections on lessons learned from mothers and Pyper’s story of finding fulfillment through teaching and serving children.
President Camille N. Johnson expressed gratitude for a compassionate NICU nurse who offered comfort to her premature grandson and his family. The Primary organization encouraged children to honor the women in their lives by expressing love and gratitude through simple acts of kindness.
Sister Susan H. Porter acknowledged the steadfastness of women who abound in good works, expressing appreciation for their faith and service. Sister Amy A. Wright reflected on the Christlike love of mothers and the sacred privilege of motherhood, seen through the eyes of her young grandson.
Sister Tracy Y. Browning shared her adoption journey and the powerful moment she felt eternal peace as a mother in the temple, emphasizing motherhood as eternal, covenant work.
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Russell M. Nelson
Henry B. Eyring
David A. Bednar
Quentin L. Cook
Relief Society Worldwide
Camille N. Johnson
Primary Worldwide
Susan H. Porter
Amy A. Wright
Tracy Y. Browning
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Holly Wallace is a writer and storyteller drawn to meaningful questions and overlooked details. Her work explores Latter-day Saint life and culture through faithful inquiry, inviting readers to pause, consider, and engage more deeply with what matters most.
