After watching "Miss Representation" in class on Wednesday, I came home and actually looked up some more information about the video and its director/narrator. For the most part, it got positive reviews. The video won several awards as well, which I thought was great! I even looked up some general conference talked addressing the topic of misrepresenting women. And I found this amazing talk by Jeffrey R. Holland. It's called "To Young Women." Starting at 8:05, his talk is directly relevant to the material presenting in the "Miss Representation" video. Listen to the last half of Elder Holland's talk:
What'd you think? Isn't he incredible?! He speaks so plainly and simply. I have a testimony of the divine worth and nature of women in God's plan. We are all different, but that's what helps the kingdom of God grow and reach the whole earth! Women can be a powerful and useful tool in God's hands. We are definitely nurturers as well as leaders and examples in the Church.
Oh, and Happy International Women's Day!
I loved Elder Holland's comments. You can totally feel his love and respect for women. Thanks for the post.
ReplyDeleteI'm just reading this..... This is the exact talk I showed in class! Great minds think alike!
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