“Contents,” New Era, Apr. 2014, inside front cover–1 New Era Contents In Every Issue 27 Mormonad Seek Him 36 Sunday Lesson Help True or False?* Will you pass the test? Get ideas on how to tell the difference between God’s truths and Satan’s lies. 39 To the Point Playing instruments in sacrament meeting; not being allowed to partake of the sacrament. 40 Come, Follow Me Apostasy and Restoration* Following the prophets and keeping your covenants can help you avoid personal apostasy. 41 The Extra Smile 42 Questions & Answers “What should I do when a topic is brought up at school that goes against gospel teachings, such as abortion?” 44 What’s Up? Conference connection; an Ultimate team; photo scavenger hunt; and more. 46 Instant Messages Going forth in God’s might; reading the Book of Mormon cover to cover; kindness really works. 48 From Church Leaders How to Become a Saint Latter-day Saints attempt to emulate the Savior, follow His teachings, and receive saving ordinances. Elder Quentin L. Cook 49 Conference Poster Fill Your Life with Service to Others Elder Richard G. Scott Special Section: the Priesthood Blesses Everyone 2 The Message Men and Women in the Work of the Lord In our Heavenly Father’s great priesthood-endowed plan, men and women have different but equally valued roles. Elder M. Russell Ballard 6 Preparing to Serve, Serving to Prepare God gave you the Aaronic Priesthood because He has a work for you—now and in the future. David L. Beck 9 The Power to Bless All People Church leaders have taught how the priesthood blesses all people equally. 10 Bringing the Blessings of the Priesthood into Your Home All youth can help strengthen their homes through the priesthood. Bonnie L. Oscarson 12 The Gate and the Path Ordinances and covenants bless us all along the path to eternal life. 14 Why Do We Have Two Priesthoods? Learn why we have both the Aaronic and Melchizedek Priesthoods. 15 How Often Can I Ask for a Priesthood Blessing? Learn about the different kinds of blessings and when to ask for them. 16 Conscious of My Blessing A serious injury on the football field led to the realization of a blessing. 18 More Than Merely Meeting One group of Aaronic Priesthood young men really get things done. 21 My Assignment from the Bishop The bishopric wanted her to be a specialist. Could she do it? 22 Effective Ways to Affect Your Quorum Get strength from quorum activities. 24 Find Them and Bring Them Back Read about how young people are going to the rescue of their friends. Features 28 One Fold and One Shepherd Find out what an enclosure for sheep teaches us about the Savior. 30 Hard Lessons Learned as a Second-Rate Easter Bunny An Easter egg hunt gone wrong taught an important lesson about example and leadership. 33 I Marvel at the Miracle Learn a new song about the Savior with this sheet music. 34 You Have the Authority In a world of sinking standards, you can rise above the norm.