Saturday morning session: Summaries from Latter-day Saint general conference

SALT LAKE CITY — The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints is holding its 195th Semiannual General Conference Saturday, Oct. 4, and Sunday, Oct. 5.

This blog summarizes the key points from the Saturday morning session.

Follow along with our talk summaries in the blog below, or watch the session live here:

Here is a glossary of the Latter-day Saint terminology used in this blog.

General conference is being broadcast in multiple languages. Here is the link to watch the session live in Spanish.

Saturday, 11:48 am

Elder Dieter F. Uchtdorf — Do your part with all your heart

Elder Dieter F. Uchtdorf of the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles encouraged all to continue strengthening their faith throughout their lives.He shared a story how he recently flew a flight simulator after several years of not flying. While he was still successful, he noted how much more difficult the actions were that once used to be second-nature to him.Similarly, practice and discipline is needed to keep up your skills with anything, including being a disciple of Christ.

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— KSL.com - Utah Breaking News (@KSLcom) October 4, 2025"Faith in Jesus Christ is a gift, but receiving it is a conscious choice that requires a commitment of all our 'might, mind and strength.' It is a practice of every day. Every hour," he said.By failing to increase your faith, your testimony can grow weak, Elder Uchtdorf said. Instead, it is something you should nourish everyday."The fire of yesterday's testimony can warm us for only so long. It needs constant nourishment to keep burning brightly," he said.Elder Uchtdorf went on to remind each person that they are a beloved child of God who has been given gifts in this life that we must share with others."You are a blessed being of light; the spirit child of an infinite God! And you bear within you a potential beyond your capacity to imagine," he said. "Your origin story is divine and so is your destiny. You left heaven to come here, but heaven has never left you!"

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— KSL.com - Utah Breaking News (@KSLcom) October 4, 2025The apostle encouraged everyone to do their own little part in God's plan using their gifts to bless others. Even when things seem overwhelming to accomplish, remember Christ is there to help, he said."Our Father asks that we approach this challenge of faith and discipleship not as a casual tourist but as wholehearted believers. … We know that our efforts alone cannot make us celestial. But they can make us loyal and committed to Jesus Christ, and he can make us celestial," he said.— Cassidy Wixom

Saturday, 11:34 am

Elder Kelly R. Johnson — Be reconciled to God

Elder Kelly R. Johnson, a general authority seventy, encouraged church members to reconcile their faith to Heavenly Father and make their faith unshaken to the Lord.

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— KSL.com - Utah Breaking News (@KSLcom) October 4, 2025He cited the message of the Apostle Paul, who pleaded with the Corinthians to be reconciled to God."To be reconciled to God means to be brought back into harmony with God, or to restore a relationship with God that has been strained or broken because of our sins or actions," Elder Johnson said.He also shared the scripture of Enos, which teaches that reconciliation brings not only relief from feelings of guilt, but also peace within ourselves and with others. Reconciliation can also help heal relationships, soften hearts and strengthen our discipleship, bringing increased confidence before God.Elder Johnson concluded by inviting members to be reconciled to God through the Atonement of Jesus Christ."I testify that making and keeping covenants makes our connection to the Savior strong, thereby avoiding becoming ripe for destruction," he said.

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— KSL.com - Utah Breaking News (@KSLcom) October 4, 2025— Curtis Booker

Saturday, 11:11 am

Elder Brik V. Eyre — Know who you really are

Elder Brik V. Eyre of the Quorum of the Seventy taught that "our lives will fundamentally change if we better understand who we really are."Elder Eyre said, "When we feel like anyone is trying to label us by our weaknesses, we need to stand strong in the knowledge of who we truly are. We must seek validation vertically, not horizontally; and as we do, we too can boldly proclaim, 'I am a child of God.'"Elder Eyre shared words of Elder Patrick Kearon of the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles, who taught: "Our father's beautiful plan, even his 'fabulous' plan, is designed to bring you home, not to keep you out. … God is in relentless pursuit of you."

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— KSL.com - Utah Breaking News (@KSLcom) October 4, 2025Elder Eyre recommended that before we pray we take time for "pondering and reflecting" as prophets have done "prior to their recorded communication with God."To further enhance our communication with God, Elder Eyre said "silent, quick and urgent prayers can be much more meaningful when we have made an effort to 'be with God' earlier in the day."

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— KSL.com - Utah Breaking News (@KSLcom) October 4, 2025Another opportunity to know ourselves through communication with God is by "studying the Book of Mormon daily and worshiping in the temple," which will help prepare our minds for revelation.— Matt Brooks

Saturday, 11:01 am

Elder Ronald M. Barcellos — The Lord looketh on the heart

Elder Ronald M. Barcellos, a general authority seventy, spoke about bringing your heart closer to God and examining your intentions in your actions.He emphasized the importance of having a "broken heart and a contrite spirit" and reminded the congregation that the Lord looks upon our hearts, not the outward appearance."Our Heavenly Father desires more than mechanical acts of obedience and service from his children. He wants us to do those things with real intent, because we love him with all our hearts. He wants us to desire to become like him," he said.

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— KSL.com - Utah Breaking News (@KSLcom) October 4, 2025Elder Barcellos outlined four "tests" to see if your heart is with Christ: Examining your life's focus and priorities, evaluating your willingness to follow the commandments, analyzing your diligence in studying the scriptures and assessing your thoughts and words."As you perform this spiritual assessment of your heart and notice some negative symptoms starting to creep in, please don't panic! The Savior has provided excellent spiritual medication and treatment to help you. He has even promised to give you a new heart," he said.To improve your heart's spiritual strength, he suggested to strengthen your relationship with Christ, align your will with his and serve God and others with all your heart.

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— KSL.com - Utah Breaking News (@KSLcom) October 4, 2025"I invite you to give your whole heart to the Savior today," he said. "He knows your thoughts and the desires of your heart, and, as you come unto him, he will bless you with strength, confidence, peace and joy in this life and a place in his Celestial Kingdom for all eternity."— Cassidy Wixom

Saturday, 10:59 am

Sister Tracy Y. Browning — Tune your heart to Jesus Christ: The sacred gift of Primary music

Sister Tracy Y. Browning emphasized the joy of Primary music. She said that while she did not grow up in Primary, she has found great joy and value in the sacredness of the songs."Primary songs have carried a holy influence in my life and have lifted my soul, taught me eternal truth and drawn me nearer to the Savior and to his gospel," she said.

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— KSL.com - Utah Breaking News (@KSLcom) October 4, 2025Sister Browning cited President Dallin H. Oaks and President Russell M. Nelson's messages on the power of music in learning the doctrine.She noted how Primary songs can be a foundational tool for children's faith, helping them remember covenants, understand gospel principles and feel the Holy Ghost.

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— KSL.com - Utah Breaking News (@KSLcom) October 4, 2025As the second counselor in the Primary General Presidency, Sister Browning said Primary music can be a lifelong source of faith and spiritual support, staying with us throughout our lives.She concluded by encouraging members of the faith to embrace the temple, as it is a place of learning, peace and preparation for our lives."I know that Heavenly Father hears and answers the sincere prayers of his children, no matter their age, circumstance or language," she said.— Curtis Booker

Saturday, 10:50 am

Elder Gary E. Stevenson — Blessed are the peacemakers

Elder Gary E. Stevenson of the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles called for people to receive the Savior's invitation to be peacemakers. Elder Stevenson highlighted three steps to becoming peacemakers.

In our hearts

In our homes

In our communities

"Today, peacemaking still begins in the most basic place."Elder Stevenson provided further counsel, saying "we are all born with divine inclinations toward kindness and compassion. The gospel of Jesus Christ nurtures and knits these divine traits including peacemaking, into our hearts blessing us in this life and the next."

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— KSL.com - Utah Breaking News (@KSLcom) October 4, 2025To build peace in our communities, Elder Stevenson quoted Elder John A. Widtsoe, in saying, "The only way to build a peaceful community is to build men and women who are lovers and makers of peace. Each individual, by that doctrine of Christ ... holds in his hands the peace of the whole world."Elder Stevenson said the path to becoming peacemakers is to "fulfill our divine role as children of a loving Heavenly Father."

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— KSL.com - Utah Breaking News (@KSLcom) October 4, 2025— Matt Brooks

Saturday, 10:22 am

President Dallin H. Oaks — Conference introduction

President Dallin H. Oaks, president of the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles, opened the conference with a brief tribute to church President Russell M. Nelson, who died on Sept. 27.President Oaks explained that the general conference will go on as President Nelson had planned, even though he is no longer here.As president of the quorum, President Oaks will be the closing speaker in the Sunday afternoon session in place of President Nelson, who typically would speak at that time.

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— KSL.com - Utah Breaking News (@KSLcom) October 4, 2025President Oaks said he asked the speakers to refrain from giving elaborate tributes to the former prophet, as those will be saved for President Nelson's funeral proceedings on Tuesday."I love Russell M. Nelson. I have learned more about the gospel and gospel leadership from my long friendship and association with President Nelson than from any other person I have known personally. He is our model as a servant and follower of the Lord Jesus Christ," he said.—Cassidy Wixom

Saturday, 10:00 am

Saturday morning general conference session begins

Join us as the KSL.com team keeps you up to date with the latest talk summaries, announcements and events during the October general conference of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.

Saturday morning session: Summaries from Latter-day Saint general conference

By KSL.com Staff | Updated - Oct. 4, 2025 at 11:58 a.m. | Posted - Oct. 4, 2025 at 9:58 a.m.

Overview of construction on Temple Square in Salt Lake City, as seen from the Conference Center, on April 22. The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints is holding general conference this weekend. (The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints)

Elder Dieter F. Uchtdorf — Do your part with all your heart

Elder Kelly R. Johnson — Be reconciled to God

Elder Brik V. Eyre — Know who you really are

Elder Ronald M. Barcellos — The Lord looketh on the heart

Sister Tracy Y. Browning — Tune your heart to Jesus Christ: The sacred gift of Primary music

Elder Gary E. Stevenson — Blessed are the peacemakers

President Dallin H. Oaks — Conference introduction

Saturday morning general conference session begins

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