Bishops, Branch Presidents and Stake Leaders…
You have likely seen the attached guidelines issued today by the First Presidency with more details for leaders on Church administration in challenging times, including the performance of essential ordinances and blessings.
You’ll notice in the attached 10-page document that the Brethren first spell out the principles of administration upon which the guidelines are based and then the approved practices.
It is gratifying to note that we have been instructed well by our Area Presidency and Area Seventy such that we have already been following nearly all, if not all, of the practices outlined in the document.
One of the most significant changes that I noted was the permission granted for leaders, family and friends to view the performance of ordinances via technology, such as video conferencing.
Despite the current challenges, we are privileged to personally witness the truth of these words in the document: “Inspired direction over many years has prepared the Lord’s Church and its members, both temporally and spiritually, for changing and challenging times…When we look at the interlocking patterns of these efforts and many others, we can see how the Lord has carefully orchestrated and sequenced us to prepare for challenging times."
If you have any questions or concerns, feel free to respond privately to this email.
President Lewis and the Stake Presidency
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