Jeff Benedict: Deseret News Exclusive: ABC '20/20' special on 'Heaven' will include Mormon perspective
"I found her lovely, fascinating and articulate," Elder Walker said. "It seemed more like a conversation than an interview. Perhaps that's one of the reasons she's such a remarkable interviewer."
After the interview, Elder Walker gave Walters a brief tour of the building and walked along Columbus Avenue with her, which drew a crowd of spectators.
"Elder Walker was perfectly charming and delightful," Walters said. "I think he could convert anyone."
When it was time for Walters to leave, a cab pulled up to the temple to pick her up. A light rain had started to fall and Elder Walker instinctively grabbed a coat that he held above Walters like a makeshift umbrella. Then he escorted her to the car.
As she ducked into the back of the cab, Walters turned to him and said: "See you in heaven."
Jeff Benedict is a special features contributor for Sports Illustrated and the author of 11 books. His website is www.jeffbenedict.com.
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Michigander,
I guess we'll all find out what is true doctrine at some point, won't we?
Until then I'll respect your beliefs although I doubt you'll respect mine.
I believe the Mormon concept of heaven is any degree of glory. If true, virtually everyone on earth will go to heaven except a small number of people who disqualify themselves.
Other than those sons of perdition, everyone will receive a More..
Good grief, all you people, L.D.S. and non-L.D.S., who can't stop ragging on the church and its members. Give it up, would you please? I have lived in Utah almost my whole adult life. I have never come across anyone who wouldn't allow their More..