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Care Quote by Heber J. Grant

“No pains must be spared to wipe out all feeling of diffidence, embarrassment, or shame on the part of those receiving relief; [we] must be one great family of equals. The spiritual welfare of those on relief must receive especial care and be earnestly and prayerfully fostered. A system which gives…” quote by Heber J. Grant
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“No pains must be spared to wipe out all feeling of diffidence, embarrassment, or shame on the part of those receiving relief; [we] must be one great family of equals. The spiritual welfare of those on relief must receive especial care and be earnestly and prayerfully fostered. A system which gives relief for work or service will go far to reaching these ends.”

Heber J. Grant

About This Quote

Source Speech: General Conference of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, 1934

True relief must preserve dignity, treating recipients as equals and caring for their spiritual well‑being, especially when linked to purposeful work.

In simple terms: Relief should respect dignity and foster spiritual health.

Key Takeaway

Provide aid that upholds dignity and purpose.

Themes

dignity spiritual care equality purposeful work

Mood

compassionate hopeful reflective

Type

ethical inspirational practical

When to use this quote

  • charitable programs
  • employment assistance
  • community support
  • faith‑based outreach

Key Concepts

theology social welfare human dignity

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can aid programs balance material help with personal growth?
  • What practices ensure spiritual care in relief efforts?
A Different Perspective

May become become dependent or lose agency if not paired with meaningful activity.

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