Show 4C Ogden Saturday July Standard-Examin- er m u ih hoin riti7Pn Ol WUi By MICHAEL J MCMANUS Standard-Examine- r t f? ft OIIUIWICO 1984 21 net involved " 3" " WHAT ARE YOU doing — and what is your house of worship doing — to encourage the Droaaest possioic putiHnfltion and the most intormea in volvement of citizens in the upcoming elections? A disgust that only half of the This view of iht rhnrch's ministrv and mission re the politquires it to relate positively to ical order since social justice and the denial of human rights can often be remedied only through governmetal acII liil lb Commentary Correspondent US t0 vote the President in fact there has been a steady de cline in participation from 63 percent of those eligible in 1960 to only 53 percent of potential voters in 1980 other little done are Chances has you've Every modern democratic nation than think about which candidate you United higher voter turnouts than the prefer for the presidency States We have the most freedom in That is simply not good enough I'd the world but abuse it more like to make some suggestions on how Nevertheless should church mem dem-M- v people of faith might improve the as an institution desire to do SO is bers and the church ocratic process olitical h h some motivated conflicting by partly the separation of the US to I on have returning feelings church and state? from the Soviet Union: The best answer I've seen to these A love for the Soviet people whose Cathquestions came from the nation's desire for peace is profoundly motivatolic bishops who issued a statement ed by the losses every family suffered in this spring called "Political responsibiliWorld War II most I ty: Choices for the 1980s" think I walked through one mass cemewith are other denominations would agree tery in Leningrad where 600000 Eukey themes: buried — twice all US losses in "We must breathe new life into the rope and the Pacific practice of citizenship and we must A fear of the Soviet Government dedicate ourselves to strengthening the which regularly tells its people half-trutdemocratic experiment that we and lies about America and great call the United States of Amerwhich could start a nuclear war at any proudly said ica" they moment "The Church the People of God is A desire to see the most competent required by the Gospel and its long trapeople in positions of power in dition to promote and defend human 5 fXiC hs moral issues facing the US in m auu nuiiiuii tion" It saw its role as educating on "teachings of the Church and the responsibilities of the faithful" analyzing issues "for their social and moral dimensions measuring public policy against Gospel Mormon Church President Spencer W Kimball despite failing health that has curtailed schedule conhis once-rigoro- us tinues to meet weekly with other church leaders and takes interest in daily events says Arthur Haycock his personal secretary Kimball 89 watches some television each day and enjoys listening to hymns and songs by the Mormon Tabernacle Choir Haycock said He said there has been no recent change in Kimball's condition although he no longer is able to read because of failing eyesight since 1973 the Kimball "prophet seer and revelator" to the 54 million members of the Church of Jesus Christ of LatteSaints walks daily r-day his around apartment in the Hotel Utah Haycock said Kimball still regularly attends weekly temple meetings of the church's ruling First Presidency and the Council of the Twelve Apostles He also continues to meet with President :fPWglll"'iMv for a reunion 20005 values participating with other cerned parties in debate over public policy speaking out with courage skill and concern" However the bishops said "We spe cifically do not seek the formation of a religious voting bloc nor do we wish to instruct persons on how they should We candidates w— vAtp vw hvJ endorsing the examine will posihope that voters tions of candidates on the full range of - — £7 issues as well as their integrity philosophy and performance" The bishops then outlined their positions on various political issues All would not agree with their stance on arms control housing or jobs But I admire their clarity in stating their positions for the guidance of Catholics and wonder why Protestant Jewish and Orthodox denominations aren't offering similar thoughts for their members The bishops don't try to use their po- - "The right to life is the most basic human right" the bishops said — which is why they oppose abortion and capital punishment but support arms control a job tor all Americans who are willing and able to work adequate education available for all citizens ac- cess to appropriate health care guaran teed for all people (and) a decent home for every American family" Before the House Foreign Affairs Committee recently Joseph Cardinal Bernadin and Archbishop John O'Connor opposed the MIRVing of nuclear weapons opposed the MX missile were critical of the deployment of Per-- " shing and cruise missiles and expressed skepticism about the "Star Wars" space defense — policies strongly endorsed by this administration Whether you agree or disagree your church should help get others involved in the debate —JUST ARRIVED — HEARKEN 0 YE PEOPLE Kimball still weak but alert - political responsibility available to readers because it is the best overall guide I've seen If you are interested send $250 to Ron Krietemeyer USCC 1312 Massachusetts Ave NW Washington DC con- Meets regularly with leaders SALT LAKE CITY (AP) sition of moral authority to back panic- ular candidates — trusting the wisdom of each individual to come to personal conclusions I asked the US Catholic Conference if it would make the Resource Book on Discourses on the Doctrine and Covenants Haycock said CLEARANCE SALE SUMMER ——— ——— — SALE Kimball's last public appearance was in April during the church's I54th annual General Conference He did not speak CHAMPIONS OF LIGHT 795 and had to be supported by col leagues as he walked to and from his seat Great Stories of Pioneers A SUMMER TO SING ABOUT Shirley Sealy (novel) 795 195 295 795 4ya Hinckley said during the conference that as God's chief emissary on earth Kimball continues to oversee the church and that "no major decisions will be made without his consent" Shirley Sealy (novel) WHAT NOW McBRIDE 795 Zya THE NOT SO PRIVATE EYES 275 liU MISSIONARIES PARENTS AND GIRLS WHO WAIT 795 GOSPEL BASICS BUSY BOOK 495 — WITHIN MY HEART Gary Lee Davis (novel) Novel for Boys Kimball who will serve as church president until his death has been in a weakened state since skull surgery Sept 5 1981 — his third such operation in two years Kimball W Spencer hosHe weathered a pital stay prolonged by serious Gordon B Hinckley second internal bleeding and respiratory counselor to the First Presidencomplications that forced him to miss the church's semiannual cy General Conference for his first time as president Kimball's three sons and and The surgery also forced Kimdaughter with their spouses for other family members recently ball to abandon his appete I work days an kjobc-- 1 joined the church leader and Mrs Kimball at their apartment trotting ministry David R Mickel Activities for ages 2-h- 3-1- SifO 1 PAK THE WORTH OF A SOUL GIFT Books & The Receive Tape six-we- ek 1 Reg FREE Reg 2385 99 JORGENSEN Since 1961 Book and Gift Shop (j I MO W IH7SSB lnoH258253 S |