September

The Relief Society met with the Elders on Sunday. Thank you to Brother Kendall for a touching lesson. We discussed a talk by Elder Holland "None were With Him" about the Savior:
Jesus the Christ had a support system of family, friends, and church members who were with him during His earthly life. One by one, this support system was taken from him, including His divine Father. This was done so He could complete His mission and understand what WE go through when we do something where we lose the Spirit. He understands us because of the sacrifices He went through. Because He did what He did, we don't have to go through it.

If you would like to watch the video Brother Kendall showed, go to:
http://www.mormon.org/mormonorg/eng/basic-beliefs/membership-in-christ-s-church/membership-in-christ-s-church?gclid=CKCO0pqiz5wCFShGagodfBGZYA

Upcoming Events:

• Sept 6--Lesson: Melanie Chivers: Provident Living
• Sept 12--Super Saturday coming up 9:00--2:00 Great luncheon planned. Sign up for classes such as gratitude journals ($5.00) or haircutting (kit with clippers, scissors, spray bottle, and cape $10.00 or $5.00 without clippers). A quilt will be set up for those who like to sew and visit. Other classes available--see the sign-up sheet outside of the Relief Society room on Sunday.
  
• Oct 17--RS Brunch: 9-12 at the church
  

July Upcoming Events

July 21 9 AM to 1 PM Dry Pack Canning at the Sandy Home Storage Center
July 26: Ward Conference
August 8 9 AM to 12 PM Stake clothing exchange

March 13, 2010: Stake Preparedness Fair (This is WAY into the future--but if you have any ideas of what you would like to learn, or know someone who would be a good presenter or be in a booth, please let Sister Wright know)

July Birthdays:
2: Melody Markus, Teri Fitch,
5: Marion McMurrin
12: Judy Pettit
16: Natalie Harward
26: Lily Rodrigues
29: Diane Fowles
30: Monica Livingston

July 12, 2009

Cheri gave a beautiful lesson on service today taken from the Conference Ensign "Unselfish Service". The Savior is the ultimate example of unselfish service. Comments were written on the board of a few service oriented groups, such as temple workers, missionaries, parents, home and visiting teachers, and ward teachers and leaders.

Cheri passed out colorful papers on which we wrote down someone who exemplified service for us, or someone who has given service to us. Mentioned were:
1. A friend who was always there to help a pregnant sister move. She packed up the kitchen while the poor sister puked downstairs. This same friend was there again for the next move, even though there was no pregnancy this second time.
2. A sister in the ward spend hours sewing costumes for the youth. (She humbly thanked all of those who helped her)
3. Those who help at funerals at no cost ( some other religions charge for the building, the speakers and prayers, and food afterward). Relief Society comes to the aid of the mourners with food and many hours of service and many people take work off.
4. Those who are friendly and greet people. One beloved sister and her husband made visiting family who were not members feel very welcome.

There was not time to go over many of the papers, but we were left to reflect on those who have given service to us and inspired to continue to give service.
Thank you Cheri, for your time and efforts in preparation!