Bishop Keith B. McMullin
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Knowledge that God created men and women is a truth that elevates the human family.
"Men and women are wondrous creations endowed with divine attributes."
But people contend with serious moral frailties and hazards, and sickness, aging and death are inescapable, as well as heartaches and hardships.
"For these reasons and more, we need Heavenly Father's help. An important source of this help comes through man's service to his fellow man. ... To provide for others in the Lord's way, we strive to care for ourselves and sacrifice to help those in need. The poor labor for what they receive and seek the betterment of others as well."
That's how the church welfare plan works, and faithful members of the church follow it with their offerings, which provide help to the widow, care for the orphan and offer refuge to the suffering.
"The welfare plan is God-inspired. Its tenets are fundamental to the salvation of man."
God's help also comes through prayer, and he has always commanded his children to pray to him in the name of Jesus Christ. For certain needs, a priesthood blessing is available.
But "the ultimate help from Heavenly Father comes to us through his Son."
