(Keith Johnson | Tribune file photo) Apostle Dieter F. Uchtdorf and his wife, Harriet, wave to the congregation at the conclusion of the 188th Semiannual General Conference of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints on Oct. 7, 2018, in Salt Lake City. Unas manos buenas. Cover price is . The couple are the parents of two children and a handful of grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Our Heavenly Father is a God of new beginnings. Jointly published by the Deseret News and The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, its content supports the doctrines, principles and practices of the Church. Hoy el lder Uchtdorf cumple 82 aos! At age 12. Photographs courtesy of the Uchtdorf family, except as noted; top: photograph by Craig Dimond; background: photographs by Matthew Reier and J.Scott Knudsen. As the train passed through West Germany, the girls persuaded the conductor to open the door for them, and they jumped out of the train. The mathematical probability of this Czechoslovakian-born child of a convert family surviving such a risk-laden life and then being called to serve in the First Presidency is most unlikely. Part-time leaders and lay local leaders also were exempt. All Rights Reserved, A knock on the door forever changed Sister Uchtdorf, How Orrin Hatch protected people of faith, KSL Newsradio is preparing to celebrate its 100th anniversary. This doctrine is taught by ancient and modern prophets. Since then, his brothers, Wolfgang and Karl-Heinz, have passed away. He was appointed in 1975 as head of Lufthansa's new Arizona Training School on the US, and in 1980 he was made head chief pilot of cockpit crews, followed by appointment to senior vice president of flight operations in 1982. She helped me to stop fixating on all the things that I was not so great at, and taught me to more effectively utilise the team I had around me to compensate for these areas. That was quality time!. According to Federal Election Commission records, Uchtdorf made four donations of $250 to the Biden for President campaign, one for $250 to the Biden Fight Fund, one for $250 to the Democratic National Committee, and two $100 donations to ActBlue, an online giving platform that enables contributions to Democratic candidates. Elder Dieter F. Uchtdorf of the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and his wife, Sister Harriet R. Uchtdorf, address missionaries during a devotional, broadcast on Feb. 23, 2021. Discurso: Ustedes son importantes para l. See the rest of this story and photographs at ldschurchnews.com. Image from Facebook 5 of 5 2005, 15. But they had each other. Enter your email to receive updates on our LDS Living content, 2022 LDS Living A Division of Deseret Book Company, Real-life BYU Barbie? Subscribe for free and get daily or weekly updates straight to your inbox, The three things you need to know everyday, Highlights from the last week to keep you informed. We, as world citizens, have more in common than we might suppose. Virtually every member of the Lufthansa crew came eagerly to greet their former chief pilot. Wouldnt it be nice if it were possible to ask President Uchtdorfs mother if she had any inkling that her youngest son might be called one day to serve in the First Presidency of the Church? Unas manos cariosas. He calls Harriet the sunshine in his life. Alma taught that priesthood leaders were ordainedbeing called and prepared from the foundation of the world according to the foreknowledge of God.5. Product details Publisher : Deseret Book Company (April 3, 2017) Language : English She writes, "We spent a very special hour together in our home, sharing our innermost feelings, which included moments of sacred turmoil.". He is a good and compassionate leader. Get informative articles and interesting stories delivered to your inbox weekly. In 1996 he became a full-time General Authority to serve in the First Quorum of the Seventy. We would be forever changed. Jess, la Santa Cena y los discpulos: Mira aqu el nuevo episodio Dale tiempo al Seor y l te dar un corazn nuevo. Finally the powerfully strong pilot, DieterF. Uchtdorf, overcame the resistance and made a successful emergency landing. 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Uchtdorf responds to questions, comments: 'I am just fine,' he writes", "Assignments Announced for Elder Uchtdorf: Apostle oversees Europe, key Church departments", "So what is Mormon apostle doing now? Nuestro destino no est determinado por el nmero de veces que tropezamos, sino por el nmero de veces que nos levantamos, nos quitamos el polvo y seguimos adelante. And if we feel the gospel, and the Church of Jesus Christ is what I love, and I want to share, then I dont need to be perfect in my words. These donations were made to the Biden campaign, Democratic candidates in the Georgia Senate race, and other democratic political funds. See DieterF. Uchtdorf, The Opportunity to Testify, Liahona and Ensign, Nov. 2004, 74. Only eight months before she had lost her husband, a renowned musician, to cancer. [20] He is the first German apostle in church history and was the first born outside of North America since the death of John A. Widtsoe in 1952. Harriet Reich Uchtdorf has a smile that lights up the room, and a genuineness that makes everyone feel like a friend. Transformed by the profound realization that, indeed, God is among us., God among Us, April 2021 general conference. Marianne Fons, TQS Quilting Legend 2018, shares her home, her [14], When Uchtdorf was conscripted into the newly formed Bundeswehr in 1959, he volunteered for the air force, at age 19, to become a fighter pilot. Left, from top: President Uchtdorfs parents, Hildegard and Karl, at the Bern Switzerland Temple. Now he stands beside President ThomasS. Monson in his sacred calling. Contents President dieter f uchtdorf Because of its strategic importance during World War II, it became a prime target for Allied bombers. Perhaps because the school board race is nonpartisan, the direction regarding no personal political involvement by general authorities did not cross my mind, but in any case, it was my oversight.. After joining the German Air Force in 1959, he served six years as a fighter pilot. Heres what they have planned, Why the Christian flag can fly on this government flagpole, Breaking the fast: Eid ul-Fitr is an occasion of peace, The unique stories and struggles of Latino Muslims, The Black church, religious freedom and gay rights. The Church News is an official publication of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. At that time, a church spokesman clarified that it applied only to full-time general authorities, general auxiliary leaders [such as presidents of the church Relief Society, Primary or Young Women organizations], mission presidents and temple presidents, but not to full-time employees in other positions.. The Church News is an official publication of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. He married Harriet Reich in 1962. One look into His eyes and we would never be the same. Ukrainian Latter-day Saints taking refuge in Poland have suffered greatly, but their lives were made a little brighter after a visit and special message from Elder and Sister Uchtdorf. Copyright 2023 Deseret News Publishing Company. This will bless your communities where you serve and bring Christs peace to the nations of the world. La vasta expansin de la eternidad, las glorias y los misterios del espacio infinito y del tiempo se han creado todos para el beneficio de los mortales comunes y corrientes como ustedes y yo. Later, in 1952, he and his family fled then-East Germany to West Germany. Dieter and his mother continued their trek as refugees, hitchhiking and walking to their destination at a suburb near Frankfurt. At age 2 (second from right) with his sister, Christel (right), and two friends. With a friends car in Frankfurt. Maxwell. Prior to his calling as a General Authority in 1994, he was the senior vice president of flight operations and chief pilot of Lufthansa German Airlines. Young Dieter was intrigued by the rodents running around. A remarkable reward came to one of those missionaries, Elder Gary Jenkins, who had taught and baptized the Reich family. Germany, at the time, was taking its first steps of recovery following the devastation of World War II. The remarkable story of Sister Harriet Uchtdorf's introduction and conversion to The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints includes a friendly prologue. For now he is overseeing global lds missionary efforts", "Family of Dieter Uchtdorf donated to Biden, other Democrats in LDS apostle's name", "Mormonism in Pictures: President Dieter F. Uchtdorf visits Saints in Europe", General Authorities and General Officers: Elder Dieter F. Uchtdorf, The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints titles, https://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?title=Dieter_F._Uchtdorf&oldid=1128810102, Dissolution of First Presidency on death of Thomas S. Monson, This page was last edited on 22 December 2022, at 03:11. President Uchtdorf describes his mother as brilliant. Called as an apostle in 2004, he served as Second Counselor to Thomas S. Monson in the church's First Presidency from 2008 until Monson's death on 2 January 2018 . See JeffreyR. Holland, Elder DieterF. Uchtdorf: On to New Horizons, Liahona and Ensign, Mar. Dieter remembers his branch president at the time Dieter was set apart as president of the deacons quorum. The brothers arrived first; their father followed. Do you want to change the shape of your life? He was ordained an apostle on 7 October 2004 by church president Gordon B. Hinckley. Uchtdorf is the eleventh apostle of the LDS Church to be born outside the United States. Po powoaniu na urzd Apostoa, rodzina Uchtdorfw opucia swoj ojczyzn i zamieszkaa na stae w Stanach Zjednoczonych. Dieter and Harriet would have two children, six grandchildren, and one great-grandchild. [24] After joining the First Presidency, Uchtdorf became a naturalized US citizen;[25] he has remained a citizen of Germany.[26]. President Uchtdorf acknowledges the hand of the Lord in allowing him to survive such an ordeal.7. Sister Uchtdorf also describes how she and her husband felt when he was called to be an Apostle. Dieter Friedrich Uchtdorf was born of goodly parents, Karl Albert and Hildegard Else Opelt Uchtdorf, on November 6, 1940, in Mhrisch-Ostrau, Czechoslovakia. Nada de lo que nadie les diga jams puede cambiarlo. He served as a counselor in the First Presidency from February 2008 to January 2018. This archived news story is available only for your personal, non-commercial use. I played in bombed-out houses and grew up with the ever-present consequences of a lost war and the awareness that my own country had inflicted terrible pain on many nations during the horrific World War II. Now President Uchtdorf's wife, Sister Harriet R. Uchtdorf, has released a book of her own, titled The Light We Share. They can inspire goodness, lift us from the captivity of imperfections, and lead us upward to the redemptive path of forgiveness and sanctification., Daily Restoration, October 2021 general conference, Christ-like compassion and empathy for our fellow men will change us. During the pandemic, we learned quickly, dont focus on the things you cannot do, focus on the things you can do. My only hope is that when the pandemic hopefully will come to a conclusion we need to not move back to the old ways. He served as a counselor in the First Presidency from February 2008 to January 2018. That is really what it is. (I couldn't find a picture of only Sister Uchtdorf that I liked.) One day, a "blond, smiling soldier" walked up and gave her a piece of chewing gum. Church News are available to subscribers online at ldschurchnews.com.Subscribe to LDS Church News. Es cierto que el temor puede ejercer una poderosa influencia sobre nuestras acciones y nuestro proceder, pero dicha influencia tiende a ser temporal y poco profunda. The assignments include chairman of the church's Missionary Executive Council, chairman of the Correlation Executive Council, and being the primary contact for the church's Europe and Europe East areas. Especially meaningful for Guido was being able to attend the April 2008 general conference and to be present as his father stood at the Conference Center pulpit. By downloading Love of Quilting Magazine, you can either purchase single issues OR subscribe to the below offer (s)Lot of 7 Fons & Porter Love Of Quilting And Easy Quilts Magazines. She was hardly ever available so her mother took the ride instead. 2. Through the years, he has lived with the ever-present consequences of war and the awareness that his own country had inflicted terrible pain on others. By 1970, at 29 years of age, Uchtdorf had reached the rank of captain with Lufthansa. Food was very hard to find" (3). Of course, Elder Burton was not the only leader who had a great influence on President Uchtdorf. Guido and Antje learned from their parents the importance of time together as a family. Sister Harriet Uchtdorf and her daughter Antje give a taste of the magic of Christmas in Germany on this weeks episode of the Church News podcast. From 1949 to 1990, Zwickau belonged to East Germany and was a center for the mining of coal. And our children feel that Opa will know the answer, whatever the question may be. "So I took it from my mouth and put it back in this beautiful silver paper, wrapped it up and kept it. Guido realized that his fathers vocation as an airline pilot necessitated his absence from home for lengthy periods. They seemed to perceive his great faith as well as his caring for them. Now, in jest, the children chide their parents for leaving for the United States, while they have remained in Europe. We simply include others in the things we are already doing. Uchtdorf started studying mechanical engineering at age 18 but later continued in business administration in Cologne and graduated from Institut pour l'Etude des Methodes de Direction de l'Entreprise (today the International Institute for Management Development) in Lausanne, with an MBA. Sister Uchtdorf grew up in Germany. President Uchtdorfs faith in the Lord was evident as he accepted calls to serve in the Church. Cuanto ms aprendemos sobre el evangelio de Jesucristo, ms nos damos cuenta de que los finales aqu en la tierra no lo son en realidad; son simplemente interrupciones, pausas temporales que un da parecern pequeas comparadas con el gozo eterno que les espera a los fieles. He is a member of the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Harriet Reich Uchtdorf has a smile that lights up the room, and a genuineness that makes everyone feel like a friend. We were eager to do that.". Uchtdorf issued a statement noting the donations were made from a shared online family account and that having the contributions show in his name was an oversight. Ustedes son [hijos e hijas] de nuestro Padre Celestial misericordioso y sempiterno, el Seor de los Ejrcitos, que cre el universo, ubic las estrellas en la vasta expansin del espacio y coloc los planetas en sus rbitas sealadas. She was amazed to find she could chew, chew and chew but the small, flavorful gift would not dissolve and disappear! This past December, President Dieter F. Uchtdorf and his wife, Harriett, celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary. Life was hard and lean. If all of us would focus more on the divine fact that we are all brothers and sisters and would acknowledge the many positive things that we have in common including life experiences and dreams we share it should not be too hard to get along as individuals, communities and nations, regardless of where we live and what our backgrounds or lifes circumstances may be., Devotional for Latter-day Saints in Oklahoma and Kansas, Oct. 17, 2021. Harriet Reich was still young enough then to sit atop a small handcart that her mother, Carmen Reich, would push through the streets of Frankfurt as she went about her daily business of caring for her small family. Elder Uchtdorf was born on November 6, 1940 in Ostrava, Czechoslovakia, to Karl Albert and Hildegard Opelt Uchtdorf. There they stopped to eat a meager meal, only to realize, when they saw Russian guards, that they were still shy of the border. While it appears Uchtdorf may have breached a church rule, he did not break the law, according to an election expert. They will bring a positive change to the future of the world. He spoke of an occasion several years ago when he, his sister, mother, and father all took skiing lessons. Once more they owned nothing. Now that he is in the First Presidency, we feel an even greater responsibility to do our very best., Guidos recollections are quite similar. I fully support the churchs policy related to political donations from church leaders.. To celebrate the historic five-year anniversary of President Russell M. Nelson as President of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, see how much you know about our beloved prophets life and ministry. Dieter and Harriet Uchtdorf met at a Mutual Improvement Association activity. When we were younger, I didnt realize how busy my father was because he always had time for us. As an additional note, Uchtdorf also served as Second Vice Chairman for the, Apostolic seniority is generally understood to include all ordained apostles (including the, The other man who served in the First Presidency who did not have English as his native tongue was, Last edited on 22 December 2022, at 03:11, the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, International Institute for Management Development, Institut pour l'Etude des Methodes de Direction de l'Entreprise, Succession in the Presidency of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, "President Thomas S. Monson Dies at Age 90", The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, "The Global Church Blessed by the Voice of the Prophets", "Elder Dieter F. Uchtdorf: On to New Horizons", "President Dieter F. Uchtdorf: A Family Man, a Man of Faith, a Man Foreordained", "Pres. When the First Presidency was subsequently reorganized under new church president Russell M. Nelson, Uchtdorf was not retained as a counselor in the First Presidency and continued his service in the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles. Now they were refugees again. Yes, we are. And then we move forward., Inside Church Headquarters series, Church News, July 22, 2021. To celebrate Sister Uchtdorf's new book, we thought it would be fun to round up a few facts about the Uchtdorfs: 1. Members of the Church will gladly and gratefully follow their inspired leadership. When we have a problem, we seek his advice. Twice a refugee and now a naturalized U.S. citizen, he was born Nov. 6, 1940, in Ostrava, Czechoslovakia. A few years ago, I was delighted to see Elder and Sister Uchtdorf enter the same movie my husband and I planned to see: The Post. General authorities, in principle, seem politically neutral but in choosing to see a movie in theaters that was about publishing the Pentagon Papers, they were an example of trying to stay educated about the wider political world, Jensen said. While not unprecedented in church history, the last time a new church president did not retain a counselor who served in the First Presidency under his predecessor was in 1985. Dieter Friedrich Uchtdorf (born 6 November 1940) is a German aviator, airline executive and religious leader. How much more can we pay? [15] Due to an agreement between the West German and US governments, Uchtdorf trained as a fighter pilot in Big Spring, Texas,[16] where he excelled, earning the coveted Commander's Trophy (USAF) for being the best student pilot in his class. He explains that she could do mathematics in her head, and she taught him to do the same. One cannot study the life of this great man without gaining a sense of his unique and unshakable faith. Above: The new First Presidency was announced at a press conference in Salt Lake City on February 4, 2008. These would not be illegal contributions unless the donor was intentionally trying to hide their actual identity, which seems not to be the case here, said Matthew Sanderson, an election law attorney based in Washington. As an apostle, Uchtdorf is accepted by the church as a prophet, seer, and revelator. Her daughter, Antje Evans shares how her mother's light has shaped their family and her faith. President JosephF. Smith (18381918) revealed that leaders (such as President Uchtdorf) were also among the noble and great ones who were chosen in the beginning to be rulers in the Church of God. He is a wonderful husband, always looking for ways to support me. Harriet, then 12, answered and saw two young American men dressed in coats and ties. This meant that I was then free to do the things that I did best, and by leveraging my strengths In 2004, prior to his call to the Quorum of the Twelve, and quite by coincidence, Elder Uchtdorf and I traveled together on a Lufthansa flight to Europe. If made solely by Uchtdorf, this would be contrary to the LDS Church's political neutrality policies. His father cherished his priesthood responsibilities as a deacon, teacher, priest, and elder. Nos hara bien aminorar un poco el ritmo, marchar a la velocidad ptima de nuestras circunstancias, centrarnos en lo relevante, elevar la mirada y ver realmente las cosas que ms importan. T-shirts, posters, stickers, home decor, and more, designed and sold by independent artists around the world. Yo creo que a l no le importa para nada si vivimos en un castillo o en una casita, si somos apuestos o no, si somos famosos o desconocidos. He currently serves as the Second Counselor in the First Presidency of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (LDS Church) and is the eighth most senior apostle in the ranks of the church. College pantries in Utah learning to serve a more diverse range of students. document.getElementById( "ak_js_1" ).setAttribute( "value", ( new Date() ).getTime() ); Licenciada en Turismo, Hotelera y Gastronoma, apasionada por los libros y los idiomas, profesional armando rompecabezas. Ustedes estn en Sus manos. Both Ossoff and Warnock prevailed, giving Democrats control of both chambers in Congress and, with Bidens victory, the White House. Discurso: Los misericordiosos obtienen misericordia. "She has promoted German and American friendships, but in a much broader sense she has been an example of the Savior's teachings for all of God's children . Original Harriet Reich Uchtdorf hats and caps designed and sold by artists. As Guido explained, Father teaches of the blessings that come from prayer, scripture study, obedience to the commandments, and a positive attitude. El lder Dieter F. Uchtdorf fue llamado al Qurum de los Doce Apstoles en el 2004 y sirvi como el segundo consejero de la Primera Presidencia desde enero de 2010 hasta enero de 2018. At the time of Monson's death on 2 January 2018, with the dissolution of the First Presidency, Uchtdorf returned to the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles, along with Monson's First Counselor, Henry B. Eyring. [17] Uchtdorf became a member of the church's Presidency of the Seventy on 15 August 2002.[18]. Uchtdorf gave three donations for $170, $125 and $83.33 to the campaign of Raphael Warnock, pastor of the historic Ebenezer Baptist Church in Atlanta. To view this video please enable JavaScript, and consider upgrading to a Right, from top: Dieter (right) with friends in front of the Frankfurt meetinghouse. Dieter Friedrich Uchtdorf (born 6 November 1940) is a German aviator, airline executive and religious leader. Mosiah 3:20; see also Revelation 14:6; 1Nephi 19:17; 2Nephi 26:13; Mosiah 15:28; 16:1; Alma 37:4; D&C 133:37. Adam Fondren, Deseret News 4 of 5 Elder Dieter F. Uchtdorf posted a message and photographs on Facebook on Wednesday, Jan. 17. Harriet's father, Iwan Victor Reich, passed away, adding to the challenges of Sister Reich and her two daughters, Harriet and Carmen.In the fall of 1954, the family was living in a top-floor apartment in Frankfurt when a knock was heard at their door. smiled at the little girl, tossed her a foil-wrapped stick of chewing gum and continued on his way. Their great reunion was joyful. Today. In 1947 his family became members of the Church in Zwickau, Germany. Guarda mi nombre, correo electrnico y web en este navegador para la prxima vez que comente. Todos los derechos reservados. In 1985 he was called to be the president of the Frankfurt Germany Stake. Uchtdorf joined the German air force and later became a commercial airline pilot and executive. We need to move back to the future., Back to the Future, Church News video, April 18, 2021, Suppose Jesus came to your ward, to your branch or to your home today. His family became members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in Germany in 1947. Most occupants of the auditorium were killed. She recounts, She has promoted German and American friendships, but in a much broader sense she has been an example of the Saviors teachings for all of Gods children: Love one another as I have loved you., 2022 LDS Living A Division of Deseret Book Company, Elder Uchtdorf visits Ukrainian refugees: You are not alone, Sister Uchtdorfs love of service helps bring a unique twist to Salt Lakes own Christkindlmarkt, The Wives of the Prophet and Apostles: A Brief Look at These Remarkable Women, Sister Uchtdorf: "You Have the Potential to Be Angels of Glory", Sister Uchtdorf Receives German-American Friendship Award. Change the shape of your day. In honor of his 81st birthday, here are nine quotes from Elder Uchtdorf this year. His family became members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in Germany in 1947. Harriet Reich Uchtdorf has a slightly different story. preich@umn.edu (612) 624-4270 220F Green Hall 1530 Cleveland Avenue North St Paul, MN 55108 United States Forest Ecology Lab Curriculum Vitae (CV) Education Ph.D. 1983, Cornell University Courses taught Policy and Science of Global Environmental Change Areas of Interest Forests, grasslands, biology, ecology, climate change, and social justice. His father was conscripted into the German Army, and his mother relocated the family to Zwickau, Germany. Elder Dieter F. Uchtdorf was called to the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles in 2004. Here are 9 of his quotes from the past year. It was within his family that the seeds of his powerful faith were sown and nurtured. Elder Uchtdorf currently serves as chairman of the Priesthood and Family Executive Council; previously he served as chairman of the Missionary Executive Council. Seven years earlier, toward the close of World War II, they had fled from home as foreign forces approached. It is not unusual for airline passengers to recognize and greet General Authorities traveling on the same plane. Opposite page: President Uchtdorf and Elder DavidA. Bednar were both called to the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles in October 2004. Dios no mira la apariencia exterior. Every day, every hour, can be a fresh start an opportunity to renew ourselves in the Holy Spirit and become better at walking as true and faithful disciples of the Savior. Dios [les] ama porque eres [son hijos Suyos]. Accept all jk Manage preferences. On one occasion she and the children were in a public auditorium. He successfully secured the release of the plane, the pilots, and the passengers. Here are 9 of his quotes from the past year, Today is Elder Renlunds 69th birthday. It takes the influence of the Spirit to say: Lets move forward. They lined up for the privilege of shaking his hand. Uchtdorf joined the German air force and later became a commercial airline pilot and executive. He would know you as you are. [13] He received an honorary doctorate in international leadership from Brigham Young University during the April 2009 graduation ceremony. They are the parents of two children and have six grandchildren.[41]. E-mail and telephone calls are augmented by the transmission of movie clips and photographs via the Internet. Maj dwoje dzieci i szecioro wnuczt. Their daughter, Antje, is married to DavidA. Evans. Here are 9 of his quotes from the past year, Today is Elder Cooks 81st birthday. In 1947 his family became members of the Church in Zwickau, Germany. Se cas con Harriet Reich Uchtdorf y tuvo dos hijos. Once more they had to start over. I do not know exactly how this will be, but I do know that the Lords grace, mercy, and love is sufficient for all of us. The most important lesson that a manager has taught me was that it was OK not to be perfect at everything. Now President Uchtdorf's wife, Sister Harriet R. 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