“Contents,” New Era, Jan. 2006, 1 New Era January 2006 Volume 36, Number 1 Contents The Message: The Special Language of PrayerElder Dallin H. OaksShow respect by taking the time to learn the special language of prayer. 2006 Mutual Theme: Arise and Shine Forth The Answer I ForgotDavid A. PinkstonMy LDS cousin gave me some answers, but it took me six years to act on them. What Does It Mean to Be Perfect?Elder Cecil O. SamuelsonBeing worthy and being perfect are two very different things. Q&A: Questions and AnswersHow can I prepare to teach the gospel on my mission? New Era Poster: Are Your Standards Shrinking? At Home in MozambiqueBenjamin Thomas GarrisonA branch pulls together and builds a small home for a member in need. What’s Up? Anger Bounces BackJed LaytonWhen I tried to throw something at the other car, my anger was returned to me. Mayor for a DayPaul VanDenBergheAn LDS girl takes over in Trujillo, Peru. The Price for Good ThingsElder Carlos E. AgüeroThe price is paid in advance by our patience, humility, and obedience. The Extra Smile Who’s It Hurting?Name WithheldIt turns out pornography has many victims. Idea List: Including EveryoneHere are ways to cope with feeling left out and how to help others feel welcome. Articles of Faith: The Gift of TagalogAngela Woods AndersonWhen she really needed it, the words came to her mind and tongue. Books Worth a LookThe New Era reviews some good books. Instant MessagesMaking a good choice; small blessings come; asking why about affliction. How to Talk about the TempleShanna ButlerHow do you explain to someone who knows nothing about the temple why it is so sacred to us? What’s in It for You We’ve Got Mail Poem: Our PurposeWilliam Brodegard PhotoBenjamin Thomas Garrison Cover: Add to Your Faith Virtue; and to Virtue Knowledge, by Walter Rane. See “Arise and Shine Forth,” p. 6. Cover photography: Craig Dimond (back)