December 1999 Contents Russell M. NelsonHis Mission and Ministry Lisa M. G. CrockettIdea List: Christmas Countdown Robert P. ManookinChristmas Bells Are Ringing Janet ThomasAll the Trimmings Q&A: Questions and Answers Mormonad Larry A. HillerIn the Potter’s Hands Nathan K. LindsayOne Siberian Christmas Barbara Jean JonesNativity in Nyssa Lisa M. G. CrockettThe Children’s Friends Janet ThomasO Come Let Us Adore Him Alma J. YatesSnowed In Daniel CampbellDreaming of a White Chiasmus Photo of the Month