Elder Gerrit W. Gong: ‘We Each Have a Story’

Here are some excerpts from a talk given by Elder Gerrit W. Gong at the Saturday Afternoon Session of the April 2022 General Conference of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. 

“We each have a story. As we discover our story, we connect, we belong, we become.”

The total number of individuals who have lived on the earth is finite and countable, one person at a time. “You and I, we each matter.”    

“By birth or adoptive lineage, we are ultimately all connected in the human family and family of God.”

Connecting with our ancestors can change lives. “From their trials and accomplishments, we gain faith and strength. From their love and sacrifices, we learn to forgive and move forward.” 

“Each of our stories is a journey still in progress, as we discover, create and become with possibilities beyond imagination.”

How can we connect?

First, see yourself in both generational directions — child, grandchild, great-grandchild, then parent, aunt or uncle, grandparent, great-grandparent. “In each time and role, notice who is with you. Gather their photos and stories; make memories real.”

“Second, let the adventure of family history be intentional and spontaneous.”

Third, visit FamilySearch.org.

Fourth, help unite families eternally.

“We each have a story. Come discover yours. Come find your voice, your song, your harmony in Him.”

It has been a year since I published anything on this blog. I feel like I am coming out of a long tunnel, and I need to extend my reach as a Church Service Missionary for The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints once again. I think it is time once again to be heard from this aspect of my life (even if this blog is still banned from Facebook).