“When I was a deacon, the ominous signs of the Great Depression began to appear. Tens of thousands lost their jobs. Money was scarce. Families had to do without. Some young people did not ask their mothers, 'What's for dinner?' because they knew all too well that their cupboards held very little.”

Joseph B. Wirthlin was an American religious leader and executive. A former CEO of a major financial institution, he later served as an apostle in The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, known for his teachings on faith, leadership, and service. His public addresses often emphasized perseverance and the importance of personal integrity.