I carry in my heart a deep appreciation for our bishops.
I am profoundly grateful for the revelation of the Almighty
under which this office was created and functions.
We expect you to stand as the presiding high priest of the
ward, a counselor to the people, a defender and helper
of those in trouble, a comfort to those in sorrow, a supplier
to those in need.
We expect you to stand as a guardian and protector of the
doctrine that is taught in your ward, of the quality of
the teaching, of the filling of the many
offices which are necessary.
You are to see that none goes hungry or
without clothing or shelter.
You must know the circumstances of all over whom
you preside.
You must be a comforter and a guide to your people.
Your door must be ever open to any cries of distress.
Your back must be strong in sharing their burdens.
You must reach out in love even to the wrongdoer.