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Saturday Morning Session of the 2026 April General Conference for The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints

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My dear brothers and sisters, welcome to general conference. I now address members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, numbering over 17 million worldwide, and others who are interested in the remarkable progress and inspired teachings of this Church.

Most of you know we have these general conferences twice each year. But as many of you are not aware, the conference we convene today is different because it begins with what we call a solemn assembly. For more than a century, this has been an event of great significance to members of the Church.

In a solemn assembly, we will sustain members of the First Presidency and the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles, voting by quorums and groups. We do this only in the first conference where a new President and prophet of the Church has been called.

I am grateful to be among those whose leadership callings are formally recognized in this way and to express appreciation for your participation in this significant occasion.

In advance, I express our gratitude as leaders of the Church for our members’ sustaining vote, prayers, and support. We also pray for you to be guided and prospered as you continue the great service you give to the children of God throughout the world.

At this Easter season, I reaffirm our testimony of the resurrected Lord and recognize that He is the head of this Church. We pray for His blessings upon this conference and upon all of you

in the name of Jesus Christ, amen.

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Smart Summary:

• President Oaks explains the purpose of a solemn assembly, where members sustain the First Presidency and Quorum of the Twelve Apostles, emphasizing unity and support for Church leadership.
• He expresses gratitude for members’ sustaining votes, prayers, and faithful service, highlighting the importance of supporting one another in the Lord’s work.
• He reaffirms that Jesus Christ is the head of the Church and bears testimony of the Savior, especially during the Easter season.
• He invites listeners to seek the Lord’s guidance and promises that God will bless and prosper those who continue serving and following Him.