President Wirthlin's talk in April General Conference was entitled "Concern for the One." He highlighted President Monson as a shining example of this Christlike focus on individuals.
"I have known President Monson for a long time. He is a mighty man of Israel who was foreordained to preside over this Church. He is well known for his captivating stories and parables, but we who know him best understand that his life is a practical and exemplary model of the application of those stories. While it is a compliment to him that many of the great and mighty of this world know and honor him, perhaps it is an even greater tribute that many of the lowly call him friend.
"To his core, President Monson is kind and compassionate. His words and deeds exemplify his concern for the one."
Elder Joseph B. Wirthlin, Quorum of the Twelve Apostles, "Concern for the One," April 2008 General Conference, Saturday Morning Session.
I pray that each of us might follow the examples of President Monson and our own perfect example, Mama Clodhopper, and have concern for individual people with whom we interact. That concern for the one will bring unity and happiness to us all.
Love,
Dad/Mark
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