I just went on LDS.org to log onto my wards (congregation) website to find out about our Christmas party next week when I saw the huge headline Joseph B. Wirthlin, Oldest Apostle, Dies, Age 91. He was a leader (one of the 12 apostles) in the Church Of Jesus Christ Of Latter-day Saints. The LDS church has a general conference which is broadcasted to the world every April and October where leaders of the church share wonderful, uplifting spiritual messages. I loved Elder Wirthlin’s last conference talk “Come What May”, I think about this talk during those stressful days. Over the last few years it was obvious that Elder Wirthlin’s health was detiorating so we knew he would pass on soon. I will miss the warmth and humour of his conference talks but I am happy for him to be reunited with his wife who passed away two years ago. Another apostle will be called in April 2009.


3 Responses to “An Amazing Man Passes Away”

  1. Kara Says:

    It’s so sad :( I’m not surprised since we could see he was not doing well, but it is still sad, he was such a sweet man.

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  2. Jessica @ Snarky Lady Says:

    I’m sorry for the loss of someone so monumental in your faith. Thanks for stopping by my site and registering for the giveaway!

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  3. Esmeralda Says:

    He will definitely be missed.

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Posted by Melissa
Dated: 2nd December 2008
Filled Under: Current Events