Katelyn Elgaaen in Utica New York: January 2, 2018 "Let's Go 2018"

Last year was AMAZING! But this year will be even better.

The low that I have seen this week has been -7 degrees... It has been cold :)

At church one of the speakers gave a wonderful talk. He told how Batman was not like other super heroes. He did not have super strength, nor could he fly. But his power was being prepared for every situation. He had the resources to allow him to go out into the city he loved and make it a better place. As the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints we also can be like Batman. As a church we have endless resources that will help us be prepared for any situation. (family History, Sunday School, Seminary, Callings, the Priesthood, a Prophet...) One of the main sources that makes us different is the Book of Mormon.

By reading the Book of Mormon we bring a stronger spirit into our homes, fortify us and our families against the world, and provide excess of love and understanding for God's plan for us. The world is a sponge- soaking up all the negativity and pride that it can. As we especially read the book of Mormon we will become stronger and thus like Batman; able to do what others can't tomorrow because today we did what they would not. We will have the energy and ability to bless those around us. We will be 'Superheroes' to those who are suffering in spiritual darkness this past year.

Let us go. Read the Book of Mormon, and then spread the good word this year to all those who know not where to find relief. I know that as we do our best, the Lord will do the rest.

Have a wonderful week and enjoy the snow!