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    8 January 2016 - AUCKLAND, New Zealand
    News Release

    New Zealand Teenagers Gather for Youth Conference

    Over 1,100 New Zealand teenagers from across the country attended a special youth conference this week in Auckland.

    Elder S. Gifford Nielsen of the Pacific Area Presidency of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, and his wife, Sister Wendy Nielsen, were guest speakers last night at a devotional meeting—one of the final activities of the week-long event.

    Elder Nielsen spoke about Latter-day Saint teachings regarding God and His plan for each of His children. He emphasised that “the Plan of Salvation”—as Latter-day Saints refer to these teachings—is a plan of love and hope, personalised for each individual.

    Youth conferences such as this one include cultural and sporting activities, as well as opportunities to develop talents in a wide range of areas. They also give youth the chance to make new friends and strengthen their faith in God and His Son Jesus Christ.

       
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