We do not have a professional priesthood. None of us who serve as officers of this Church was ever trained in a religious seminary. We may not have the polish of those who have been, but we bring to our service an enthusiasm for the work and a love for the people that are wonderful to witness and inspiring to experience. We believe in the old adage that many hands make light work. Every bishop of the Church has two counselors, devoted and able men, to assist him.
None is a professional, but all are dedicated, and marvelous and wonderful things happen.
Bishops serve for a period of about five years, then they are released and others take their place. The result is a constant development of leadership. Those who are released as bishops go on to other responsibilities. There is opportunity for everyone to serve according to his or her capacity. Our tremendous missionary program builds leadership while men and women are still young.