7 To all general and local priesthood officers of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints throughout the world:

8 Dear Brethren:

9 As we have witnessed the expansion of the work of the Lord over the earth, we have been grateful that people of many nations have responded to the message of the restored gospel, and have joined the Church in ever-increasing numbers. This, in turn, has inspired us with a desire to extend to every worthy member of the Church all of the privileges and blessings which the gospel affords.