The vitality and abilities of today's Aaronic Priesthood holders areastounding, but dark and ominous forces are interested in young men. To escape such perils, Heavenly Father has provided a Savior.
      "The atoning sacrifice of our Lord is the most important single event in the history of all created things."
      Aaronic Priesthood service readies men for the fullness of the everlasting gospel and for the blessings that belong to the Melchizedek Priesthood.
      The world uses age as a means of defining one's readiness for manhood. "Remember, please remember: In the church, it is worthiness and the power of God that qualify men for the work. Expectation, opportunity and service contribute more to one's growth than do birthdays. In the kingdom of God, the age of majority begins with ordination."
      "We are sons of our Heavenly Father and disciples of Jesus Christ. We act in 'faith, hope, charity and love, with an eye single to the glory of God.' "