President Monson notes 76th birthday
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President Thomas S. Monson, first counselor in the First Presidency, spent his 76th birthday Thursday, Aug. 21, in the normal course of the responsibilities of his office.
Initially, he met with President Gordon B. Hinckley and President James E. Faust, second counselor in the First Presidency, and then with members of the Quorum of the Twelve in scheduled weekly meetings.
An informal reception in the Church Administration Building and a party at home with his wife, Frances, and their children and grandchildren were part of the day's events.
Called as a bishop when he was 22 years old and to the Quorum of the Twelve at age 36, President Monson has spent his life in service to the Lord, the Church and his fellow man.
"My counsel is to appreciate life and to take time to lend a helping hand to help those who need a lift or a word of encouragement wherever such is needed," President Monson said when asked to share his philosophy about the passing years.
Thomas Spencer Monson was born Aug. 21, 1927, in Salt Lake City to G. Spencer and Gladys Condie Monson.
