MormonTimes.com: LDS fan-friendly football schedules

Published: Thursday, Oct. 2, 2008 12:27 a.m. MDT
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Before beginning his closing remarks at the priesthood session of the October 2003 general conference, LDS Church President Gordon B. Hinckley issued the customary end-of-session travel advisory — but with a humorous addendum.

As usual, the prophet asked conference attendees to obey traffic laws and be courteous and careful in driving. He then added a caution for eager Cougar fans who may have been disposed to leaving the session in a rush.

"The BYU game will not be over for at least two hours," President Hinckley said, drawing laughter from the congregation. "In fact, I've cut my talk a little short so that you — not I, but you — can watch it."

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With TV ruinging the college game with games on Tues, Weds, Thurs,...

Pay-to-Play Athletes | Oct. 2, 2008 at 5:35 p.m.

You have to love Pres Hinkley's humor. It is missed!

Anonymous | Oct. 2, 2008 at 3:22 p.m.

Pres. Hinkcley had it right .. Go UTES!

kit | Oct. 2, 2008 at 1:17 p.m.

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