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Church Leaders Honor Mothers Over the Holiday Weekend

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Mother’s Day is celebrated today in many countries around the world and Church President Russell M. Nelson, Elder Dieter F. Uchtdorf and Elder Ronald A. Rasband along with Church organization leaders Jean B. Bingham, Bonnie H. Cordon, Michelle D. Craig and Amy Wright share messages of gratitude, honor and love for all women through their social media accounts.

The leaders emphasize the many gifts and talents that women have that influence future generations. They highlight the many unique parts women play in our lives as “beloved neighbors, aunts, primary teachers, grandparents, educators, ward members and friends,” noting the challenges that often accompany their divine role. Scroll down to read through their thoughts.

I love Mother’s Day, but I realize that many women don’t share my enthusiasm. Some feel left out of this holiday…

Posted by Russell M. Nelson on Sunday, May 9, 2021

Why does it seem like Heavenly Father answers every prayer except the “please help this baby sleep through the night”…

Posted by Bonnie H. Cordon on Sunday, May 9, 2021

It was not easy to raise young Ronnie Rasband. More than a few times, my Primary teachers stopped my mother with…

Posted by Ronald A. Rasband on Sunday, May 9, 2021

While Mother’s Day is widely celebrated throughout the month of May, some countries celebrate it during other times of…

Posted by Jean B. Bingham on Wednesday, May 5, 2021

I am grateful for women who have blessed me with their mother hearts.

Mother hearts that nurture, build, teach, and…

Posted by Michelle D. Craig on Sunday, May 9, 2021

Happy Mothering Day! I absolutely love that many countries throughout the world set aside a day to celebrate the divine…

Posted by Amy A. Wright on Sunday, May 9, 2021

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Aleah Ingram
Aleah is a graduate of Southern Virginia University, where she studied English, Creative Writing, and Dance. She now works full time as a marketing and product manager, writer, and editor. She currently hosts the podcast "Single to the Glory" about singlehood in The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Aleah served a mission in California and loves baking, Lang Leav poetry, Gaynor Minden pointe shoes, and Bollywood movies.

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