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“We must share the gospel with others. That is our responsibility-every member a missionary. That is the call of prophets of God. ...Member-missionary work is one of the great keys to the individual growth of our members. It is my conviction that member-missionary work will raise the spirituality in any ward where applied”

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Ezra Taft Benson

Ezra Taft Benson was a notable American farmer and politician. Born on August 4, 1899, in Whitney, Idaho, he dedicated much of his life to agricultural endeavors. Serving as the Secretary of Agriculture under President Dwight D. Eisenhower from 1953 to 1956, Benson was also a member of the LDS Church and a leader within the church's ranks. more

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