Church News: Highlights from Saturday Afternoon Session
The 195th Semiannual General Conference of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints commenced with its afternoon session on October 4, 2025. This important event took place at the Conference Center in Salt Lake City, Utah.
Key Highlights from Saturday Afternoon Session
This session was led by Elder David A. Bednar, a member of the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles. The afternoon included both opening and closing prayers, delivered by Elder Christophe G. Giraud-Carrier, a General Authority Seventy, and Young Women General President Emily Belle Freeman.
Musical Performances
Attendees were treated to uplifting music performed by a combined institute choir from Ogden and South Jordan, both located in Utah. The choir was directed by Alan Saunders and Alan Sackett, with Joseph Peeples and Linda Margetts accompanying on the organ.
Notable Speakers
- President Dallin H. Oaks, who led the session, is the president of the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles.
- Elder Jeffrey R. Holland and Elder Dieter F. Uchtdorf also participated, engaging in conversations before the session began.
- Elder Ronald A. Rasband provided a special address during the meeting.
- Brother Chad H. Webb, the first counselor in the Sunday School General Presidency, spoke as well.
- Elder Kevin G. Brown and Elder Jeremy R. Jaggi of the Seventy contributed to the session’s discussions.
Audience Engagement
The Conference Center filled with attendees who eagerly sought their seats. Many joined in song, uplifted by the combined choir and the communal spirit present during the event.
This session of the 195th Semiannual General Conference served as an important gathering for members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. The messages shared and the performances contributed to a spiritually enriching experience for all who attended.
