a time of thrift and economy

A blogging friend had posted an article about Elder Packer on her blog about the economy and how hard things were going to be for the American people. The information was good and so I refered my blog over to my friend's. Well, my mom sent me the below letter and so I've decided to take the link down. Read this instead, it's important... (My mission president taught this to us and I'd forgotten about it until I read this statement.)


Dear Brothers and Sisters:

Statements Attributed to Church Leaders

From time to time statements are circulated among members which are inaccurately attributed to the leaders of the Church. Many such statements distort current Church teachings and are often based on rumors and innuendos. They are never transmitted officially, but by word of mouth, e-mail, or other informal means.

We encourage members of the Church to never teach or pass on such statements without verifying that they are from approved sources, such as official statements, communications, and publications. Any notes made when General Authorities, Area Authority Seventies, or other general Church officers speak at regional and stake conferences or other meetings should not be distributed without the consent of the speaker. Personal notes are for individual use only.

True spiritual growth is based on studying the scriptures, the teachings of the Brethren, and Church publications.

Sincerely your brethren,

Gordon B. Hinckley
Thomas S. Monson
James E. Faust
The First Presidency

Want to know what Elder Packer thinks about this? Call this number 801-240-1000. Tell the receptionist you are calling about Elder Packer's email and she will take care of you.