“Contents,” New Era, Apr. 1996
The Message: He Is RisenThe Easter story is a message of great hope. Remember all that Christ made possible.
Manna WeedWhen things were tough, these pioneers received help in an unusual form.
Beyond the MudA missionary in Bolivia begins to see the people as the Lord must see them.
In Tune: He Will Heal Us
Jennifer P. Zabel
Baur Dee’s GirlsThis Beehive teacher taught the connection between softball and Matthew 5:44.
Q&A: Questions and AnswersI am thankful for all my blessings, but it seems if I list them I will be repeating the same things in my prayers every day. How do I keep my prayers from being the same?
Mormonad: Once and for All
Olympic FlameLDS youth in Connecticut and Rhode Island play a special role in the Special Olympics.
The Elephant ChargeI nearly drove friends away from the Church by trying to drive them in.
Cousins by the DozensIn Jaffray, British Columbia, you may or may not be related—but you will be friends.
FYI: For Your Info
Color Me HappyHow a day that started out all blue was made bright with crayons and a listening ear.
Fiction: Fish SticksThe nickname described his fingers, not his favorite food.
Mormonisms
Healing Our HeartsWhen we sorrow, when we hurt, the Savior has the power to make us whole again.
FeedbackLetters to the editors.
Poem: Jesus of Nazareth, King of the Jews
Photo of the Month
Cover: Ben Johansen, a priest in the Trumbull (Connecticut) First Ward, was one of many who served behind the scenes at the Special Olympics. See “Olympic Flame,” p. 20. Cover photography: Brent Petersen (front), Maren Mecham (back).