9/11 Peace in Christ

LDS Leader Quotes on Comfort, Service, and Peacemaking

911 Peace in Christ

“We join with others in prayers that the Savior’s peace and love will comfort and guide us all through this difficult time.” — First Presidency (statement, Sept. 11, 2001)

“Rather, let us be friendly and helpful, protective and supportive.” — Gordon B. Hinckley (Oct 2001)

“All of us have been dramatically affected by the tragic events of that fateful day, September 11, 2001.” — Thomas S. Monson (Oct 2001)

“Let us ask ourselves the questions: ‘Have I done any good in the world today? Have I helped anyone in need?’” — Thomas S. Monson (Oct 2001)

“Out of the deep anguish and turmoil of September 11th have come many instances of men, women, and nations standing tall.” — H. David Burton (Oct 2001)

“Men and women, regardless of race or creed, have reached out to victims and their families. Countless prayers have been offered.” — H. David Burton (Oct 2001)

“Sometimes it takes a traumatic event to help us understand things of first importance.” — Mary Ellen W. Smoot (Oct 2001)

“The most frequent sentiment expressed by those directly affected by the recent terrorist attacks… was that all they wanted was to have their family together again.” — Mary Ellen W. Smoot (Oct 2001)

“On September 11, 2001… Thousands of people were killed. Out of this tragedy have come hundreds of stories of courageous, unselfish acts.” — James E. Faust (Oct 2002)

“Most of us don’t demonstrate our unselfishness in such a dramatic way, but… unselfishness can mean… to render service.” — James E. Faust (Oct 2002)

“The greatest tragedy of it all was the loss of human life. All were innocent. Over 2,800 were killed with malice aforethought.” — President James E. Faust (Sept. 2002 remembrance service, quoted in Ensign)

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