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" Many religious confessions share common values. They teach that we should do unto others as we would have them do unto us. "

Russell M. Nelson

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" The wise use of your freedom to make your own decisions is crucial to your spiritual growth, now and for eternity. "

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" Married or single, you sisters possess distinctive capabilities and special intuition you have received as gifts from God. We brethren cannot duplicate your unique influence. "

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