April

April 7, 2013: General Conference
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April 14, 2013: Faithfulness in Times of Trial: "From the Shadows into the Glorious Sunshine"
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April 21, 2013: Search Me, O God, and Know My Heart
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April 28, 2013: "Protect the Children" by Dallin H. Oaks
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Presidency Message
Prepare Every Needful Thing: "Establish a House of Faith"

April is such an amazing month. We celebrate Easter and the resurrection of Jesus Christ. We are also blessed to partake of General Conference. We have been spiritually fed by our Prophet and Apostles.

This month in Relief Society we are talking about “Establishing a House of Faith”. It is so challenging to just go through life with complete Faith. Our Faith is challenged each and every day. Richard C. Edgley put it well when he said in a conference talk, “Choose faith over doubt, choose faith over fear, choose faith over the unknown and the unseen, and choose faith over pessimism.” Because of the conflicts and challenges we face in today’s world, we have a choice of peace and protection, and that choice is faith. This is not just given to you; you must choose it and want it.

President Gordon B. Hinckley said, “Faith is the basis of testimony. Faith underlies loyalty to the Church. Faith represents sacrifice, gladly given in moving forward the work of the Lord.” I know that my faith grows each and every day and by staying close to my Heavenly Father and serving the Lord, I have faith in His eternal plan.

We love each of you and want for each of you to “Establish a House of Faith” and to strengthen your testimonies.

With Love,

Jennifer, Yvonne, Tiffiny, and Breann

March

Mar 3, 2013: Establish a House of Prayer
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Mar 9, 2013: Relief Society "Zion's Mall" Activity
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Mar 10, 2013: The Grand Destiny of the Faithful
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Mar 17, 2013: Becoming Perfect Before the Lord: " A Little Better Day by Day."
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Mar 24, 2013: "Where is the Pavilionʺ by President Eyring
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Mar 31, 2013: Bishopric Message


March Presidency Message:
Prepare Every Needful Thing "Establish a House of Prayer"

What is prayer? In the Bible dictionary it says, "As soon as we learn the true relationship in which we stand toward God (namely, God is our Father, and we are his children), then at once prayer becomes natural and instinctive on our part. Prayer is the act by which the will of the Father and the will of the child are brought into correspondence with each other." This is a beautiful description!

Prayer is a commandment, but it is also one of the sweetest blessings in our lives here on earth. In my life, prayer has been something I have to do and not something that I consider a blessing most of the time. But it truly is a blessing! D&C 19:38 says, "Pray always, and I will pour out my Spirit upon you, and great shall be your blessing yea even more than if you should obtain treasures of the earth."

My challenge for us all...Pray for ways in which you can "Establish a House of Prayer" in your life. We love you sisters. We love serving with you! Thank you for your prayers on behalf of each other and us.

With Love,

Jennifer, Tiffiny, Yvonne and Breann

February Lesson Schedule

Feb 3, 2013: Establish Your Best Self
go to President Monson's talk Be Your Best Self on lds.org
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Feb 10, 2013: Lifelong Conversion: Continuing to Advance in the Principles of Truth
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Feb 17, 2013: STAKE CONFERENCE
Feb 24, 2013: Converted Unto the Lordʺ by Elder Bednar
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February Presidency Message

Our focus for the month of February is Establish Your Best Self.  The key to becoming our best is recognizing that we come from the best. The Relief Society theme teaches that “we are beloved spirit daughters of God, and our lives have meaning, purpose, and direction”. Our Father in Heaven wants us to become our best selves! Because He loves us and wants us to succeed in our life’s mission, He hasn’t sent us here empty handed. What qualities and characteristics have you inherited from Him? What gifts has He given you? What talents have you been blessed with? Reflect on your divinity for a while and ask Him to help you see yourself through His eyes. You will be filled with gratitude for the knowledge of His love for you. Your path to establishing your best self doesn’t start from nothing! You are already an awesome woman! Let Him reveal your individual worth and divine nature.

Starting from that divine perspective creates an amazing power, motivation and personal hope with in us. It generates the confidence necessary to ask yourself, what gifts does my Father in Heaven still want to bestow on me? What qualities does He want me to work on and improve upon? Are there gifts that I desire to ask of Him? Have you talked to Him about these thoughts? President Monson taught that “with God on our side we cannot fail.” He also asks us, “Are we prepared for our journey through life?” He then outlines a way for us to prepare ourselves, “determine to study diligently, pray fervently, and live righteously. Let us never despair, for the work in which we are engaged is the work of the Lord.”  President Monson, the prophet of the Lord also promises, “Miracles are everywhere…When faith replaces doubt, when selfless service eliminates selfish striving, the power of God brings to pass His purposes.”  God’s primary purpose is to help us all to become like Him. As we study, pray and seek to live righteously we will be led by the Spirit on a personal path of refinement and we will know how to establish our best selves.  We testify of these truths and promise that as you strive to establish your best self, you will be filled with joy and you will be a blessing to those around you.

Love,

Jennifer, Tiffiny, Yvonne and Breann

January Presidency Message: Prepare Every Needful Thing

January is the beginning of a New Year and a time of new beginnings, and a great time to put everything in order. Just like in the scripture, D&C 88:119: "Organize yourselves; prepare every needful thing; and establish a house, even a house of prayer, a house of fasting, a house of learning, a house of glory, a house of order, a house of God."

In Relief Society, our Theme for 2013 is to “Prepare Every Needful Thing”. We have prayed and discussed as a Presidency the importance of this scripture in each of our lives. It is so very important that we prepare every needful thing in each of our lives but it is so very important that we Seek the One Thing That is Needful. We need to each bring the spirit of Christ into our homes and families. We can ask ourselves these questions: How can I find God’s personal plan for my life? How can I learn to trust in His direction for me?

We hope you each have had a great holiday season and are excited for a New Year and to set new goals for you and your families. We love each of you and love the testimonies you share and love you show to each of us.

With Love, Jennifer, Yvonne, Tiffiny, and Breann

January's Lesson Recordings

Jan 6, 2013: Prepare Every Needful Thing
Jan 13, 2013: Learning By Faith
Jan 20, 2013: Baptism and the Gift of the Holy Ghost & Strengthened by the Power of the Holy Ghost
Jan 27, 2013: President Bailey Ward Conference

The Stake Christmas Musical Fireside

I saw many sisters from our ward either participating or watching family participate in the fireside on Sunday. Maybe you didn't get the chance to attend, or maybe you were so busy making it happen that you didn't get to really enjoy it that night. Either way, I recorded the event and it is now available to you here! Our appreciation goes out to all those who invested time, energy and talents in putting together this beautiful evening. I hope you are enjoying the spirit of Christmas and take the time to ponder the influence of Christ's life in your own life. May you be inspired to be more like Him everyday.

Stake Christmas Musical Fireside 2012

Lesson Update

December's lesson schedule:
Dec 2nd - Presidency Message, FORGET NOT the Atonement!
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Dec 9th - George Albert Smith, Ch 24 "Righteous Living in Perilous Times"
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Dec 16th - George Albert Smith, Ch 23 "Of You it is Required to Forgive"
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Dec 23rd - Teachings of Our Times - "Of Regrets and Resolutions" President Uchtdorf, Sat AM Oct 2012 General Conference
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Dec 30th - Bishopric Message
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November's recordings: 
Nov 4, 2012 Forget Not to be Grateful!
Nov 11, 2012 The Power of Kindness
Nov 18, 2012 Bringing Up Children in Light and Truth 
Nov 25, 2012 How to Obtain Revelation and Inspiration for Your Personal Life

October's recordings:
Oct 21, 2012 Temporal Salvation for Ourselves and Others
Oct 28, 2012 The Vision of Prophets Regarding Relief Society