“I repeat what prophets have long taught—that every worthy,
able young man should prepare to serve a mission. Missionary service is a
priesthood duty—an obligation the Lord expects of us who have been given so
very much. . . . A word to you young sisters: while you do not have the same
priesthood responsibility as do the young men to serve as full-time
missionaries, you also make a valuable contribution as missionaries, and we
welcome your service” (“As We Meet Together Again,” General Conference, October
2010).
