Well, it's been a couple of weeks, but I'm finally back! And it's time for our Sunday Lesson Recap! This week's lesson was a Christmas lesson all about Christ's divine mission and it was given by Deanna. Some highlights -
- There is not one single sentence to describe what Christ's mission was. It included the Atonement, organizing His Church, teaching His gospel, showing charity, setting the perfect example for us to follow - the list goes on!
- Moses 1:39 - God's work and glory to bring to pass the immortality and eternal life of man.
- Christ is central to God's plan
- Christmas is about celebrating all of Christ's life - not just His birth, but also his life, death, resurrection and mission.
- Without the Savior, there's no reason for anything - no reason to repent, no reason to show charity to others, no reason for the Plan of Salvation.
- "Charity" - from Preach My Gospel
- What are our individual divine missions?
- They're different for everyone and there's not just one mission to complete.
Sunday, December 12, 2010
Annoucements!
Here are this week's announcements -
FHE - Monday at 7:00 pm
Wednesday, Dec. 15 - meet at the church at 5:30 pm. We'll be going caroling at the Care Center
Tuesday, Dec. 21 - Branch Christmas Dinner at 7:00 pm. Come to the church and we'll be having a roast beef dinner. Casual dress. President Chappell will be speaking
FHE - Monday at 7:00 pm
Wednesday, Dec. 15 - meet at the church at 5:30 pm. We'll be going caroling at the Care Center
Tuesday, Dec. 21 - Branch Christmas Dinner at 7:00 pm. Come to the church and we'll be having a roast beef dinner. Casual dress. President Chappell will be speaking
Sunday, November 21, 2010
Happy Thanksgiving!
There will be no Sunday Lesson Recap this week. Instead, here's a video on being grateful from the Mormon Channel (the Church's YouTube channel). Have a great holiday!
Activities and Annoucenments - Happy Thanksgiving!
Hello and Happy Thanksgiving Week! We've got plenty to talk about, so here we go!
FHE - We're going to the high school play "Beauty and the Beast." Meet at the high school at 6:30 pm and bring $3 to get in.
The First Presidency Christmas Devotional will be broadcast on December 5 at 6:00 pm.
There will be a branch Christmas activity on Tuesday, December 21. More details to follow.
Tithing Settlement will be starting December 5 and going December 12 and 19. A sign-up sheet will start going around next week, so be sure to look for that.
FHE - We're going to the high school play "Beauty and the Beast." Meet at the high school at 6:30 pm and bring $3 to get in.
The First Presidency Christmas Devotional will be broadcast on December 5 at 6:00 pm.
There will be a branch Christmas activity on Tuesday, December 21. More details to follow.
Tithing Settlement will be starting December 5 and going December 12 and 19. A sign-up sheet will start going around next week, so be sure to look for that.
Sunday, November 14, 2010
Sunday Lesson Recap: "Repentance"
This week, our lesson was from the Gospel Principles manual - chapter 19 "Repentance" Shar gave a great lesson and here are some of the highlights:
- Repentance takes:
- A - Admit
- B - Be Sorry
- C - Confess
- C - Correct
- D - Don't do it again
And most important:
- F - Forgive Yourself
- Repentance is really all about the Atonement. How much do we need the Atonement - even if we haven't sinned.
- People don't always understand the things we've been through, but the Savior does.
- We have every chance and opportunity to repent - even if we mess up again, we can always do better. And that's what the Atonement is for.
- Repentance takes:
- Great Courage
- Much Strength
- Many Tears
- Unceasing Prayers
- Untiring Efforts to Live the Commandments
- A - Admit
- B - Be Sorry
- C - Confess
- C - Correct
- D - Don't do it again
And most important:
- F - Forgive Yourself
- Repentance is really all about the Atonement. How much do we need the Atonement - even if we haven't sinned.
- People don't always understand the things we've been through, but the Savior does.
- We have every chance and opportunity to repent - even if we mess up again, we can always do better. And that's what the Atonement is for.
Annoucements for the Week of Nov. 14
Been off going crazy for the last week, but here's this week's announcements:
Monday - FHE at 7:00 pm at the church. President Monson will be there and they'll be serving steak and lobster.
(Okay, I'm kidding about President Monson and the lobster. I'm just taking a cue from Brother DeLoach since no one was sure what we're doing. But come to the church at 7:00 pm for FHE anyway and be surprised).
Thursday - Relief Society Social at 7:00 pm. We're calling it a "Pie and Recipe" Night, but you can bring any kind of dish you like for the holidays (not just pies). Make sure you bring the recipe as well (and if you don't have time to make something, you can just bring your favorite recipe and that's fine).
Just as a heads-up - we'll be having a Relief Society Christmas activity on December 8. More details to follow.
Some branch activities - we have a temple assignment on December 17-18. We're scheduled for sealings on the 17th and a session on the 18th.
Monday - FHE at 7:00 pm at the church. President Monson will be there and they'll be serving steak and lobster.
(Okay, I'm kidding about President Monson and the lobster. I'm just taking a cue from Brother DeLoach since no one was sure what we're doing. But come to the church at 7:00 pm for FHE anyway and be surprised).
Thursday - Relief Society Social at 7:00 pm. We're calling it a "Pie and Recipe" Night, but you can bring any kind of dish you like for the holidays (not just pies). Make sure you bring the recipe as well (and if you don't have time to make something, you can just bring your favorite recipe and that's fine).
Just as a heads-up - we'll be having a Relief Society Christmas activity on December 8. More details to follow.
Some branch activities - we have a temple assignment on December 17-18. We're scheduled for sealings on the 17th and a session on the 18th.
Sunday, October 31, 2010
Sunday Lesson Recap: General Conference Review
Since it was the Fifth Sunday, our wonderful branch presidency taught a combined Relief Society/Priesthood lesson. They chose to review some key General Conference talks. Some highlights:
- Elder Jeffrey R. Holland, "Because of Your Faith" - While we sustain and pray for general authorities, they too sustain and pray for us.
- Missionary work was addressed at length in Conference.
- Elder M. Russell Ballard, "O That Cunning Plan of the Evil One" - A warning against excesses and that addiction can be to things like entertainment and technology.
- Agency, "The Three Rs of Choice" (President Thomas S. Monson)
- President Dieter F. Uchtdorf, "Pride and the Priesthood" - Counsel to humble ourselves and be accepting of others.
- Elder Jairo Mazzagardi, "Avoiding the Trap of Sin" - Know your decision before the question comes up.
- President Thomas S. Monson, "The Divine Gift of Gratitude"
Check out the Church's new Conference website for more talks - print and downloadable mp3s.
- Elder Jeffrey R. Holland, "Because of Your Faith" - While we sustain and pray for general authorities, they too sustain and pray for us.
- Missionary work was addressed at length in Conference.
- Elder M. Russell Ballard, "O That Cunning Plan of the Evil One" - A warning against excesses and that addiction can be to things like entertainment and technology.
- Agency, "The Three Rs of Choice" (President Thomas S. Monson)
- President Dieter F. Uchtdorf, "Pride and the Priesthood" - Counsel to humble ourselves and be accepting of others.
- Elder Jairo Mazzagardi, "Avoiding the Trap of Sin" - Know your decision before the question comes up.
- President Thomas S. Monson, "The Divine Gift of Gratitude"
Check out the Church's new Conference website for more talks - print and downloadable mp3s.
Announcements and Activities - Halloween Edition!
Hello everyone! We hope everyone has had a fun and safe Halloween. We have a pretty big slate of announcements, so hold on!
FHE will be tomorrow (November 1) at 7:00 at the church.
On November 7, there will be a CES Fireside broadcast at 6:00 pm. Elder M. Russell Ballard will be speaking.
There will be a Leadership Training broadcast at the stake center on November 13 at 9:00 am. This is for anyone who has a leadership position in the branch.
And - we have Relief Society activities to announce! On November 18, we are planning a recipe/pie night and making Thanksgiving crafts. Please plan to bring a favorite Thanksgiving dessert and/or the written recipe. This will be at 7:00 at the church.
And we are planning to have an activity on December 8. Details forthcoming.
FHE will be tomorrow (November 1) at 7:00 at the church.
On November 7, there will be a CES Fireside broadcast at 6:00 pm. Elder M. Russell Ballard will be speaking.
There will be a Leadership Training broadcast at the stake center on November 13 at 9:00 am. This is for anyone who has a leadership position in the branch.
And - we have Relief Society activities to announce! On November 18, we are planning a recipe/pie night and making Thanksgiving crafts. Please plan to bring a favorite Thanksgiving dessert and/or the written recipe. This will be at 7:00 at the church.
And we are planning to have an activity on December 8. Details forthcoming.
Sunday, October 24, 2010
Sunday Lesson Recap: "Faith in Jesus Christ"
This week's lesson was Chapter 18 from the Gospel Principles manual - "Faith in Jesus Christ." Some highlights:
- Faith=Trust - we can't trust someone we don't know.
- We can gain faith in Christ by learning about Him and His teachings in the scriptures.
- 1 Nephi 8 - The Vision of the Tree of Life
- Some people partook of the fruit, but their faith failed and they fell away. Other people held fast to the iron rod and made it to the Tree and partook of the fruit.
- The Plan of Salvation takes faith to follow every step of the way - from the pre-existence to our mortal lives here on earth and even in the Spirit World.
- Jesus Christ is the center of the Plan of Salvation and we must have faith in Christ to have success in the plan.
- Proverbs 3:5-6 - Trust in the Lord with all thing heart and lean not unto thine own understanding
Thanks to Deanna for a great lesson! Next week is the 5th Sunday with the branch presidency.
- Faith=Trust - we can't trust someone we don't know.
- We can gain faith in Christ by learning about Him and His teachings in the scriptures.
- 1 Nephi 8 - The Vision of the Tree of Life
- Some people partook of the fruit, but their faith failed and they fell away. Other people held fast to the iron rod and made it to the Tree and partook of the fruit.
- The Plan of Salvation takes faith to follow every step of the way - from the pre-existence to our mortal lives here on earth and even in the Spirit World.
- Jesus Christ is the center of the Plan of Salvation and we must have faith in Christ to have success in the plan.
- Proverbs 3:5-6 - Trust in the Lord with all thing heart and lean not unto thine own understanding
Thanks to Deanna for a great lesson! Next week is the 5th Sunday with the branch presidency.
Halloween Announcements
Hello everyone! Here's our announcements for this week.
Saturday, October 30 - At 1:00 pm, we're having an activity at John Nielsen's house in Oak City. There will be dinner and games. If you have a Halloween costume, wear it because they'll be a judging contest.
Next week for the 5th Sunday lesson, the branch presidency will be going over the talks from General Conference and they'd like us all to review those talks and any notes you have from Conference. You can review them online here.
There will be no FHE this week.
Saturday, October 30 - At 1:00 pm, we're having an activity at John Nielsen's house in Oak City. There will be dinner and games. If you have a Halloween costume, wear it because they'll be a judging contest.
Next week for the 5th Sunday lesson, the branch presidency will be going over the talks from General Conference and they'd like us all to review those talks and any notes you have from Conference. You can review them online here.
There will be no FHE this week.
Sunday, October 10, 2010
Sunday Lesson Recap: "Canaries with Gray on Their Wings"
This week's lesson was taken from President Thomas S. Monson's Ensign article "Canaries with Gray on Their Wings." Some highlights:
- One thing that women often struggle with is feelings of self-worth and if we are good enough.
- From President Monson - "The world is filled with yellow canaries with gray on their wings. The pity is that so precious few have learned to sing. Some are young people who don’t know who they are, what they can be or even want to be; all they want is to be somebody."
- 1 Samuel 16:7 - "But the Lord said unto Samuel, Look not on his countenance, or on the height of his stature; because I have refused him: for the Lord seeth not as man seeth; for man looketh on the outward appearance, but the Lord looketh on the heart."
- Search for the talents you want to have - try new things and don't fear failure. You might end up finding something that you're brilliant at.
- "Our deepest fear is not that we are inadequate. Our deepest fear is that we are powerful beyond measure. It is our light, not our darkness that most frightens us. We ask ourselves, "Who am I to be brilliant, gorgeous, talented, fabulous?" Actually, who are you not to be? You are a child of God. Your playing small does not serve the world. There is nothing enlightened about shrinking so that others won't feel insecure around you. We are all meant to shine, as children do. We were born to make manifest the glory of God that is within us. It is not just in some of us; it is in everyone. And as we let or own light shine, we consciously give other people permission to do the same. As we are liberated from our own fear, our presence automatically liberates others." - Marianne Williamson
Thanks to Kari for giving this awesome lesson!
- One thing that women often struggle with is feelings of self-worth and if we are good enough.
- From President Monson - "The world is filled with yellow canaries with gray on their wings. The pity is that so precious few have learned to sing. Some are young people who don’t know who they are, what they can be or even want to be; all they want is to be somebody."
- 1 Samuel 16:7 - "But the Lord said unto Samuel, Look not on his countenance, or on the height of his stature; because I have refused him: for the Lord seeth not as man seeth; for man looketh on the outward appearance, but the Lord looketh on the heart."
- Search for the talents you want to have - try new things and don't fear failure. You might end up finding something that you're brilliant at.
- "Our deepest fear is not that we are inadequate. Our deepest fear is that we are powerful beyond measure. It is our light, not our darkness that most frightens us. We ask ourselves, "Who am I to be brilliant, gorgeous, talented, fabulous?" Actually, who are you not to be? You are a child of God. Your playing small does not serve the world. There is nothing enlightened about shrinking so that others won't feel insecure around you. We are all meant to shine, as children do. We were born to make manifest the glory of God that is within us. It is not just in some of us; it is in everyone. And as we let or own light shine, we consciously give other people permission to do the same. As we are liberated from our own fear, our presence automatically liberates others." - Marianne Williamson
Thanks to Kari for giving this awesome lesson!
Announcements for This Week
We've got a couple of announcements, so here goes -
- Tomorrow (Monday) is FHE. We will be going to the Roper Barn in Fillmore to press apples and have dinner with the Fillmore YSA group. Meet at the church at 4:00 pm and we'll carpool to Fillmore. If you can't make it at 4:00, the activity in Fillmore doesn't start until 5:00 and dinner will be at 6:00, so even if you come late, just come!
- As a heads-up - on the 18th, we'll be carving pumpkins for FHE, so if you run into a good sale on pumpkins, go ahead and get one.
- Also, on the 5th Sunday (October 31), the branch presidency will be going over talks from General Conference, so review the talks between now and then.
- Tomorrow (Monday) is FHE. We will be going to the Roper Barn in Fillmore to press apples and have dinner with the Fillmore YSA group. Meet at the church at 4:00 pm and we'll carpool to Fillmore. If you can't make it at 4:00, the activity in Fillmore doesn't start until 5:00 and dinner will be at 6:00, so even if you come late, just come!
- As a heads-up - on the 18th, we'll be carving pumpkins for FHE, so if you run into a good sale on pumpkins, go ahead and get one.
- Also, on the 5th Sunday (October 31), the branch presidency will be going over talks from General Conference, so review the talks between now and then.
Sunday, October 3, 2010
Special Post: General Conference
Hey everyone!
Since we had General Conference today, there obviously wasn't a lesson to recap. But I did want to put up a link to LDS.org's new General Conference page if there was something you missed or if you want to review something. I think you'll even be able to download .mp3 files of the talks and listen to them on you iPod (or whatever you use). I actually didn't know they had a new Conference page up, but that was a neat thing to find :)
Also - I had a friend of mine pointed out a page of archived CES Firesides, if anyone's interested. You click on the talk you want and at the bottom of each page is a place where you can download an .mp3 file of the talk. You can also print off the text of the talks, if you'd like to.
Hope you all had a great Conference Weekend!
Since we had General Conference today, there obviously wasn't a lesson to recap. But I did want to put up a link to LDS.org's new General Conference page if there was something you missed or if you want to review something. I think you'll even be able to download .mp3 files of the talks and listen to them on you iPod (or whatever you use). I actually didn't know they had a new Conference page up, but that was a neat thing to find :)
Also - I had a friend of mine pointed out a page of archived CES Firesides, if anyone's interested. You click on the talk you want and at the bottom of each page is a place where you can download an .mp3 file of the talk. You can also print off the text of the talks, if you'd like to.
Hope you all had a great Conference Weekend!
Sunday, September 26, 2010
Sunday Lesson Recap - "Your Happily Ever After"
This week's lesson was from the Young Women General Meeting last March - President Dieter F. Uchtdorf's talk "Your Happily Ever After."
Some highlights -
- We are in the middle of our own "fairy tale" in mortality - in every fairy tale, the main character has adversity to overcome before they can get to "happily ever after."
- We are writing our own story - we've got to decide where our happily ever after will take us.
- Delaini (who was giving the lesson) had a great list of counsel to help:
- Always try
- Plan ahead
- Use common sense
- Learn from your mistakes
- Face your challenges
- Believe in yourself
- Forget the small things
- Don't be so negative
- Adversity teaches us things we cannot learn otherwise - we have the opportunity to develop depth of character through overcoming challenges.
- It is your reaction to adversity, not adversity itself, that determines how your life's story will develop.
- 2 Nephi 2: 11 - There must be an opposition in all things.
- Doctrine and Covenants 121:7-8 - If we endure adversity well, we will be exalted on high.
- Stay true to what you know is right - the gift of eternal life comes through the understanding that we are beloved daughters of Heavenly Father.
Thanks to Delaini for giving such a great lesson!
Some highlights -
- We are in the middle of our own "fairy tale" in mortality - in every fairy tale, the main character has adversity to overcome before they can get to "happily ever after."
- We are writing our own story - we've got to decide where our happily ever after will take us.
- Delaini (who was giving the lesson) had a great list of counsel to help:
- Always try
- Plan ahead
- Use common sense
- Learn from your mistakes
- Face your challenges
- Believe in yourself
- Forget the small things
- Don't be so negative
- Adversity teaches us things we cannot learn otherwise - we have the opportunity to develop depth of character through overcoming challenges.
- It is your reaction to adversity, not adversity itself, that determines how your life's story will develop.
- 2 Nephi 2: 11 - There must be an opposition in all things.
- Doctrine and Covenants 121:7-8 - If we endure adversity well, we will be exalted on high.
- Stay true to what you know is right - the gift of eternal life comes through the understanding that we are beloved daughters of Heavenly Father.
Thanks to Delaini for giving such a great lesson!
Activities and Announcements
Wow - feels like I haven't been on here for a while (which is probably true...) But we have plenty of activities to announce, so here we go -
Family Home Evening - Monday at 7 pm at Melinda Steele's house in Oak City. We'll be having hot dogs and s'mores.
On Monday, October 11, the YSA group in Fillmore is having an apple-pressing activity at 5:00 with dinner at 6:00 pm. More details to follow.
This Friday, there will be a blood drive at the Palomar from 2:00 - 7:00 pm.
And don't forget - General Conference this weekend!
In case you missed it - you can listen to the General Relief Society Meeting from Saturday night here.
Family Home Evening - Monday at 7 pm at Melinda Steele's house in Oak City. We'll be having hot dogs and s'mores.
On Monday, October 11, the YSA group in Fillmore is having an apple-pressing activity at 5:00 with dinner at 6:00 pm. More details to follow.
This Friday, there will be a blood drive at the Palomar from 2:00 - 7:00 pm.
And don't forget - General Conference this weekend!
In case you missed it - you can listen to the General Relief Society Meeting from Saturday night here.
Sunday, September 12, 2010
Sunday Lesson Recap : Place No More for the Enemy of My Soul
This week's lesson was a from talk by Elder Jeffrey R. Holland from the May 2010 Ensign, "Place No More for the Enemy of My Soul". Here are the highlights:
- The difference between lust and love - Lust is selfish, secretive and only thinks in the short-term. Love is selfless, you feel good about showing it and can be eternal.
"True love we are absolutely giddy about." - Elder Holland
- Ways to avoid temptation -
1. Separate yourself from things, places and people that have a negative influence on you.
2. Get outside help if you need.
3. Develop self-control.
4. Replace lewd thoughts will good thoughts.
5. Be where the Spirit is.
Thanks to Becca for such a great lesson!
- The difference between lust and love - Lust is selfish, secretive and only thinks in the short-term. Love is selfless, you feel good about showing it and can be eternal.
"True love we are absolutely giddy about." - Elder Holland
- Ways to avoid temptation -
1. Separate yourself from things, places and people that have a negative influence on you.
2. Get outside help if you need.
3. Develop self-control.
4. Replace lewd thoughts will good thoughts.
5. Be where the Spirit is.
Thanks to Becca for such a great lesson!
Announcements!
We haven't forgotten this blog! Sorry for the lull in posts, but here are this week's announcements -
- Sept. 18-19 (this Saturday and Sunday) is Stake Conference. Saturday at 7 pm is the Adult Session and the General Session will be at 10 am (both meetings will be at the new Stake Center by the hospital). You'll want to get there early because Elder Dallin H. Oaks will be presiding and it's sure to be a packed house.
- Sept. 25 is the General Relief Society Broadcast. Soup and salad will be served at 5:00 pm and the broadcast will start at 6:00 pm. This also will be held at the Stake Center.
- General Conference is October 2 and 3.
- There will also be a Blood Drive on Friday, October 1 from 2-7 pm at the Palomar.
- Sept. 18-19 (this Saturday and Sunday) is Stake Conference. Saturday at 7 pm is the Adult Session and the General Session will be at 10 am (both meetings will be at the new Stake Center by the hospital). You'll want to get there early because Elder Dallin H. Oaks will be presiding and it's sure to be a packed house.
- Sept. 25 is the General Relief Society Broadcast. Soup and salad will be served at 5:00 pm and the broadcast will start at 6:00 pm. This also will be held at the Stake Center.
- General Conference is October 2 and 3.
- There will also be a Blood Drive on Friday, October 1 from 2-7 pm at the Palomar.
Sunday, August 22, 2010
Sunday Lesson Recap: The Church of Jesus Christ in Former Times
This week's lesson was from the "Gospel Principles" manual, chapter 16 "The Church of Jesus Christ in Former Times." Here are some of the key points:
- There are six characteristics that point to the true church of Jesus Christ. These characteristics were present in Christ's day and they are present in ours -
1. Authority from God - God gives His servants the power to act in His name (the priesthood)
- Matthew 16:19
2. The Church Organization - Christ called twelve Apostles to lead and guide His church after His death. These Apostles were to teach the gospel to all the world and make sure the members were doing what God wanted them to do.
- Ephesians 2:20
3. Revelation - God will always guide His church through revelation. Revelation is the "rock" upon which the church is built (see Matthew 16:16-18)
- Individuals can also receive personal revelation. It is through revelation that truth is revealed to us and we receive our testimonies.
4. First Principles and Ordinances - Faith in Jesus Christ, Repentance, Baptism, the Gift of the Holy Ghost
- Ordinances require priesthood authority in order to be complete.
5. Ordinances Performed for the Dead - Everyone has a chance to receive the gospel, no matter when they lived.
- 1 Corinthians 15:29
- 1 Peter 3:18-20, 4:6
- Doctrine and Covenants 131:6
6. Spiritual Gifts - such as faith, prophecy and visions (there are others). Spiritual gifts are given to individuals according to their needs, capacity and assignments. They follow those that believe.
The Church was also organized in the Americas - after Christ was resurrected, He visited the Nephites in the Americas and gave them the same instructions and authority He gave His Apostles in Jerusalem. See 3 Nephi 11-28
Apostasy occurred when the people became too wicked and prideful. They disobeyed and even killed the Apostles and Prophets. The gospel became corrupted with incorrect doctrine. God took His authority from the earth in response to their wickedness. This Great Apostasy was foretold - Isaiah 2:2-4; Daniel 2:44-45
Thanks to Emily for this great lesson!
- There are six characteristics that point to the true church of Jesus Christ. These characteristics were present in Christ's day and they are present in ours -
1. Authority from God - God gives His servants the power to act in His name (the priesthood)
- Matthew 16:19
2. The Church Organization - Christ called twelve Apostles to lead and guide His church after His death. These Apostles were to teach the gospel to all the world and make sure the members were doing what God wanted them to do.
- Ephesians 2:20
3. Revelation - God will always guide His church through revelation. Revelation is the "rock" upon which the church is built (see Matthew 16:16-18)
- Individuals can also receive personal revelation. It is through revelation that truth is revealed to us and we receive our testimonies.
4. First Principles and Ordinances - Faith in Jesus Christ, Repentance, Baptism, the Gift of the Holy Ghost
- Ordinances require priesthood authority in order to be complete.
5. Ordinances Performed for the Dead - Everyone has a chance to receive the gospel, no matter when they lived.
- 1 Corinthians 15:29
- 1 Peter 3:18-20, 4:6
- Doctrine and Covenants 131:6
6. Spiritual Gifts - such as faith, prophecy and visions (there are others). Spiritual gifts are given to individuals according to their needs, capacity and assignments. They follow those that believe.
The Church was also organized in the Americas - after Christ was resurrected, He visited the Nephites in the Americas and gave them the same instructions and authority He gave His Apostles in Jerusalem. See 3 Nephi 11-28
Apostasy occurred when the people became too wicked and prideful. They disobeyed and even killed the Apostles and Prophets. The gospel became corrupted with incorrect doctrine. God took His authority from the earth in response to their wickedness. This Great Apostasy was foretold - Isaiah 2:2-4; Daniel 2:44-45
Thanks to Emily for this great lesson!
This Week's Announcements!
Hello everyone! This week is a little sparse on activities, but there's some fun stuff coming up!
- Institute is Wednesday at 7:00 pm at the Seminary building.
- There will be no FHE on Monday.
- Just as a heads up - stake conference will be September 18-19 and Elder Dallin H. Oaks will be presiding.
- Also - we as a Relief Society presidency are planning a Relief Society Retreat this fall. It is still in the planning stages, but it should be a ton of fun - we'll keep you posted.
- Institute is Wednesday at 7:00 pm at the Seminary building.
- There will be no FHE on Monday.
- Just as a heads up - stake conference will be September 18-19 and Elder Dallin H. Oaks will be presiding.
- Also - we as a Relief Society presidency are planning a Relief Society Retreat this fall. It is still in the planning stages, but it should be a ton of fun - we'll keep you posted.
Sunday, August 8, 2010
Sunday Lesson Recap: Priesthood Organization
This week's lesson was from the Gospel Principles book, chapter 14 "Priesthood Organization." Some key points:
- The Church is governed by the priesthood. There are two kinds of priesthood - the Aaronic Priesthood and the Melchizedek Priesthood.
- Offices in the Aaronic Priesthood are: Deacon, Teacher, Priest, Bishop. Offices in the Melchizedek Priesthood are Elder, High Priest, Patriarch, Seventy and Apostle.
- The priesthood brethren are divided into quorums, which are groups of priesthood holders holding the same office in the priesthood. Each quorum is led by a presidency.
- The priesthood is organized in this way so that priesthood holders are given opportunities to use their priesthood to serve individuals and families and strengthen the Church.
- The auxiliaries of the Church (Relief Society, Young Women, Young Men, Sunday School and Primary) are organized the same way as the priesthood holders are and under the direction of priesthood leaders.
- This organization is also a model for how our families should be governed: "Pray for Dad"
Thanks to Aubrey for giving such a wonderful lesson!
- The Church is governed by the priesthood. There are two kinds of priesthood - the Aaronic Priesthood and the Melchizedek Priesthood.
- Offices in the Aaronic Priesthood are: Deacon, Teacher, Priest, Bishop. Offices in the Melchizedek Priesthood are Elder, High Priest, Patriarch, Seventy and Apostle.
- The priesthood brethren are divided into quorums, which are groups of priesthood holders holding the same office in the priesthood. Each quorum is led by a presidency.
- The priesthood is organized in this way so that priesthood holders are given opportunities to use their priesthood to serve individuals and families and strengthen the Church.
- The auxiliaries of the Church (Relief Society, Young Women, Young Men, Sunday School and Primary) are organized the same way as the priesthood holders are and under the direction of priesthood leaders.
- This organization is also a model for how our families should be governed: "Pray for Dad"
Thanks to Aubrey for giving such a wonderful lesson!
Announcement Roundup!
It's the end of summer and you know what that means! We've got some great activities planned to celebrate!
- FHE is tomorrow (Monday) at 7:30 at President Hill's house. The address is 333 S. Silver Maple in White Sage (close to the hospital - you can Mapquest the address if you like). We will be playing Guitar Hero... or was it Rock Band? One of those - if you have any kind of video-game-musical ability (or just want to give it a try) come and join us!
- Institute is Wednesday at 7:00 pm at the Seminary.
- On Tuesday, August 17 we will be having a party at the Rez and we will be meeting there at 7:00 pm (stay tuned for further details)
- Thursday, August 19, we are scheduled to do baptisms for the dead at the Manti Temple. Meet at the Church at 2:15 pm so we can be ready to leave by 2:30. We will be getting pizza in Ephraim on the way back.
- FHE is tomorrow (Monday) at 7:30 at President Hill's house. The address is 333 S. Silver Maple in White Sage (close to the hospital - you can Mapquest the address if you like). We will be playing Guitar Hero... or was it Rock Band? One of those - if you have any kind of video-game-musical ability (or just want to give it a try) come and join us!
- Institute is Wednesday at 7:00 pm at the Seminary.
- On Tuesday, August 17 we will be having a party at the Rez and we will be meeting there at 7:00 pm (stay tuned for further details)
- Thursday, August 19, we are scheduled to do baptisms for the dead at the Manti Temple. Meet at the Church at 2:15 pm so we can be ready to leave by 2:30. We will be getting pizza in Ephraim on the way back.
Sunday, August 1, 2010
Video - "Good Things to Come"
Instead of the Sunday Lesson Recap this week, here is a video from Elder Jeffrey R. Holland -
Have a great week, everyone!
Have a great week, everyone!
Some Reminders
Here are the announcements for this week:
- Institute will be on Wednesday at 7:00 pm at the Seminary building.
- FHE is Monday at 7:30 pm.
- Next Sunday (August 8) after church, there will be a Relief Society fireside after church. A light lunch will be served.
Sunday, July 25, 2010
Sunday Lesson Recap: "Mothers and Daughters"
The lesson this week came from Elder M. Russell Ballard's talk "Mothers and Daughters" and Sister Julie B. Beck's talk "And Upon the Handmaids in Those Days I Will Pour Out My Spirit". Here are the highlights:
- Even though we aren't married and don't have kids, we do set an example for our younger siblings, nieces, nephews and cousins that we have an influence over.
- "Women of God can never be like women of the world. The world has enough women who are tough; we need women who are tender. There are enough women who are coarse; we need women who are kind. There are enough women who are rude; we need women who are refined. We have enough women of fame and fortune; we need more women of faith. We have enough greed; we need more goodness. We have enough vanity; we need more virtue. We have enough popularity; we need more purity." Sister Margaret D. Nadauld, former Young Women General President (from October 2000 General Conference)
- The second general Relief Society president, Eliza R. Snow, said this to the sisters: “We want to be ladies in very deed, not according to the term of the word as the world judges, but fit companions of the Gods and Holy Ones. In an organized capacity we can assist each other in not only doing good but in refining ourselves, and whether few or many come forward and help to prosecute this great work, they will be those that will fill honorable positions in the Kingdom of God. . . . Women should be women and not babies that need petting and correction all the time. I know we like to be appreciated but if we do not get all the appreciation which we think is our due, what matters? We know the Lord has laid high responsibility upon us, and there is not a wish or desire that the Lord has implanted in our hearts in righteousness but will be realized, and the greatest good we can do to ourselves and each other is to refine and cultivate ourselves in everything that is good and ennobling to qualify us for those responsibilities.” (quoted by Sister Beck)
- "A mother-daughter relationship is where a daughter learns how to nurture by being nurtured. She is loved. She is taught and experiences firsthand what it feels like to have someone care about her enough to correct her while continuing to encourage and believe in her at the same time." - Elder Ballard
- “Much of the major growth that is coming to the Church in the last days will come because many of the good women of the world (in whom there is often such an inner sense of spirituality) will be drawn to the Church in large numbers. This will happen to the degree that the women of the Church reflect righteousness and articulateness in their lives and to the degree that the women of the Church are seen as distinct and different—in happy ways—from the women of the world. . . ." - President Spencer W. Kimball (quoted by Sister Beck)
Thanks to Chrissy for the great lesson!
- Even though we aren't married and don't have kids, we do set an example for our younger siblings, nieces, nephews and cousins that we have an influence over.
- "Women of God can never be like women of the world. The world has enough women who are tough; we need women who are tender. There are enough women who are coarse; we need women who are kind. There are enough women who are rude; we need women who are refined. We have enough women of fame and fortune; we need more women of faith. We have enough greed; we need more goodness. We have enough vanity; we need more virtue. We have enough popularity; we need more purity." Sister Margaret D. Nadauld, former Young Women General President (from October 2000 General Conference)
- The second general Relief Society president, Eliza R. Snow, said this to the sisters: “We want to be ladies in very deed, not according to the term of the word as the world judges, but fit companions of the Gods and Holy Ones. In an organized capacity we can assist each other in not only doing good but in refining ourselves, and whether few or many come forward and help to prosecute this great work, they will be those that will fill honorable positions in the Kingdom of God. . . . Women should be women and not babies that need petting and correction all the time. I know we like to be appreciated but if we do not get all the appreciation which we think is our due, what matters? We know the Lord has laid high responsibility upon us, and there is not a wish or desire that the Lord has implanted in our hearts in righteousness but will be realized, and the greatest good we can do to ourselves and each other is to refine and cultivate ourselves in everything that is good and ennobling to qualify us for those responsibilities.” (quoted by Sister Beck)
- "A mother-daughter relationship is where a daughter learns how to nurture by being nurtured. She is loved. She is taught and experiences firsthand what it feels like to have someone care about her enough to correct her while continuing to encourage and believe in her at the same time." - Elder Ballard
- “Much of the major growth that is coming to the Church in the last days will come because many of the good women of the world (in whom there is often such an inner sense of spirituality) will be drawn to the Church in large numbers. This will happen to the degree that the women of the Church reflect righteousness and articulateness in their lives and to the degree that the women of the Church are seen as distinct and different—in happy ways—from the women of the world. . . ." - President Spencer W. Kimball (quoted by Sister Beck)
Thanks to Chrissy for the great lesson!
Announcements (and a quick word)
Hello again everyone!
Just to let you all know - we usually update the blog every Sunday (unless something happens), so don't get too worried if we don't update for a few days.
Okay - on to the activities!
- FHE is Monday at 7:30 pm. We will be meeting at the church and playing water softball (should be interesting) and then stick around for chips and salsa.
- Institute at 7:00 pm on Wednesday at the Seminary building.
- Fast Sunday is next week (August 1) and after church, the branch presidency will be serving breakfast.
- August 8 - there will be a Relief Society Fireside right after church. We'll be having a speaker and dinner, so come for that!
- Also, mark your calendar for Stake Conference on September 18-19. Elder Dallin H. Oaks is coming to speak, so that will be good to come to. We'll keep reminding you, but here's the first announcement of it.
Just to let you all know - we usually update the blog every Sunday (unless something happens), so don't get too worried if we don't update for a few days.
Okay - on to the activities!
- FHE is Monday at 7:30 pm. We will be meeting at the church and playing water softball (should be interesting) and then stick around for chips and salsa.
- Institute at 7:00 pm on Wednesday at the Seminary building.
- Fast Sunday is next week (August 1) and after church, the branch presidency will be serving breakfast.
- August 8 - there will be a Relief Society Fireside right after church. We'll be having a speaker and dinner, so come for that!
- Also, mark your calendar for Stake Conference on September 18-19. Elder Dallin H. Oaks is coming to speak, so that will be good to come to. We'll keep reminding you, but here's the first announcement of it.
Sunday, July 18, 2010
Sunday Lesson Recap: The Priesthood
This week's lesson is from the Gospel Principles manual, chapter 13 "The Priesthood" Some highlights:
- The priesthood is the power of God given to man to act in God's name.
- Priesthood bearers would do what God would do if He were present.
- Priesthood power enables us to perform sacred ordinances and make covenants with God.
- Even though we as Relief Society sisters do not hold the priesthood, we can receive the blessings of the priesthood and must exercise faith in the priesthood to receive those blessings.
- Part of preparing to receive the blessings of the priesthood is to be ready.
From President Henry B. Eyring:
- As sisters, we can also encourage worthy priesthood holders around us to remain worthy and set an example for them.
- President David O. McKay promised every man who uses the priesthood in righteousness that he “will find his life sweetened, his discernment sharpened to decide quickly between right and wrong, his feelings tender and compassionate, yet his spirit strong and valiant in defense of right; he will find the priesthood a never failing source of happiness—a well of living water springing up unto eternal life”
- Doctrine and Covenants 121:45-46: Let thy bowels also be full of charity towards all men, and to the household of faith, and let virtue garnish thy thoughts unceasingly; then shall thy confidence wax strong in the presence of God; and the doctrine of the priesthood shall distil upon thy soul as the dews from heaven.
The Holy Ghost shall be thy constant companion, and thy scepter an unchanging scepter of righteousness and truth; and thy dominion shall be an everlasting dominion, and without compulsory means it shall flow unto thee forever and ever.
- The priesthood is the power of God given to man to act in God's name.
- Priesthood bearers would do what God would do if He were present.
- Priesthood power enables us to perform sacred ordinances and make covenants with God.
- Even though we as Relief Society sisters do not hold the priesthood, we can receive the blessings of the priesthood and must exercise faith in the priesthood to receive those blessings.
- Part of preparing to receive the blessings of the priesthood is to be ready.
From President Henry B. Eyring:
"Wherever I am in the day or night, there is nearby a small container of olive oil. This is the one which I keep in the middle drawer of the desk where I work. There is one in my pocket when I am working outdoors or traveling. There is also one in the kitchen cabinet in my home.
The one I hold now has a date on it. It is the day when someone exercised the power of the priesthood to consecrate the pure oil for the healing of the sick. The young men of the Aaronic Priesthood and even their fathers might think that I am a little extreme in my preparation.
But the call during the day or the knock at the door at night always comes as a surprise." (from October 2009 General Conference "Be Ready"- As sisters, we can also encourage worthy priesthood holders around us to remain worthy and set an example for them.
- President David O. McKay promised every man who uses the priesthood in righteousness that he “will find his life sweetened, his discernment sharpened to decide quickly between right and wrong, his feelings tender and compassionate, yet his spirit strong and valiant in defense of right; he will find the priesthood a never failing source of happiness—a well of living water springing up unto eternal life”
- Doctrine and Covenants 121:45-46: Let thy bowels also be full of charity towards all men, and to the household of faith, and let virtue garnish thy thoughts unceasingly; then shall thy confidence wax strong in the presence of God; and the doctrine of the priesthood shall distil upon thy soul as the dews from heaven.
The Holy Ghost shall be thy constant companion, and thy scepter an unchanging scepter of righteousness and truth; and thy dominion shall be an everlasting dominion, and without compulsory means it shall flow unto thee forever and ever.
Activities A-Plenty
Hello again! Here's what's going on this week and even beyond!
- FHE will be Monday at 7:30 pm at Carlee Woods' house (her address is 390 N 490 E in Delta).
- Institute will be Wednesday at 7:00 pm at the Seminary Building. We're studying from the April 2010 General Conference (May 2010 Ensign).
And, just as a heads-up - there will be an outdoor movie night on Friday, July 30 at the Neighborhood Park (by the hospital). Everyone will be gathering at 8:00 pm for games and the movie will start at 9:00.
Please come! :)
- FHE will be Monday at 7:30 pm at Carlee Woods' house (her address is 390 N 490 E in Delta).
- Institute will be Wednesday at 7:00 pm at the Seminary Building. We're studying from the April 2010 General Conference (May 2010 Ensign).
And, just as a heads-up - there will be an outdoor movie night on Friday, July 30 at the Neighborhood Park (by the hospital). Everyone will be gathering at 8:00 pm for games and the movie will start at 9:00.
Please come! :)
Sunday, July 11, 2010
Sunday Lesson Recap - "To Acquire Spiritual Guidance"
This week's lesson was a talk by Elder Richard G. Scott, "To Acquire Spiritual Guidance" from the October 2009 General Conference. Some highlights -
- "We are led to seek personal inspiration in life’s important decisions."
- How can we enhance our ability to receive the Spirit? (see Julie B. Beck "And upon the Handmaids in Those Days I Will Pour Out My Spirit")
- Essential personal growth comes as we struggle to learn to follow the Spirit - it'll mean more as we work to learn how to recognize the Spirit.
- Experience and confidence in following the Spirit comes with time.
- Everyone is born with the Light of Christ - we get a little more as we progress through life and as we heed the promptings of the Spirit.
- Have faith that you are trying to do the right thing, even if you make mistakes.
-Have patience with yourself as you learn.
Thanks Emma for giving such a great lesson!
- "We are led to seek personal inspiration in life’s important decisions."
- How can we enhance our ability to receive the Spirit? (see Julie B. Beck "And upon the Handmaids in Those Days I Will Pour Out My Spirit")
- Read and study the scriptures
- Pray to have the Spirit
- Making and keeping sacred covenants
- Be in an environment that the Spirit can be in
- Record impressions and prompting we receive (in a journal or notebook)
- Essential personal growth comes as we struggle to learn to follow the Spirit - it'll mean more as we work to learn how to recognize the Spirit.
- Experience and confidence in following the Spirit comes with time.
- Everyone is born with the Light of Christ - we get a little more as we progress through life and as we heed the promptings of the Spirit.
- Have faith that you are trying to do the right thing, even if you make mistakes.
-Have patience with yourself as you learn.
Thanks Emma for giving such a great lesson!
Annoucements - July 11, 2010
Hope everyone had a great 4th of July! We have a few things going on this week -
First, on Monday - FHE will be at 7:30 pm and we will be meeting at the sand volleyball at the middle school, so come ready to play!
Also, Institute will be held every Wednesday night at the Seminary building at 7:00 pm. The lessons will be talks from the April 2010 conference (May 2010 Ensign).
See you there!
First, on Monday - FHE will be at 7:30 pm and we will be meeting at the sand volleyball at the middle school, so come ready to play!
Also, Institute will be held every Wednesday night at the Seminary building at 7:00 pm. The lessons will be talks from the April 2010 conference (May 2010 Ensign).
See you there!
Sunday, June 27, 2010
Sunday Lesson Recap - "The Atonement"
This week's lesson was on "The Atonement" (Gospel Principles, Chapter 12). The highlights -
- The Atonement is how we can become perfect through Christ
- The Atonement is about hope and love - Christ gave His life for us, not because he had to but because He loved us enough to take our sins upon him
- Christ experienced our pains and sorrows through the Atonement. He knows how to helps us through our trials.
- "Seminary Donuts" - an object lesson from a seminary class about how infinite the Atonement is - Christ suffered for us whether or not we take advantage of the Atonement
- Doctrine and Covenants 19:16-19 - For behold, I, God, have suffered these things for all, that they might not suffer if they would repent;
But if they would not repent they must suffer even as I;
Which suffering caused myself, even God, the greatest of all, to tremble because of pain, and to bleed at every pore, and to suffer both body and spirit—and would that I might not drink the bitter cup, and shrink—
Nevertheless, glory be to the Father, and I partook and finished my preparations unto the children of men.
- Matthew 11:28-30 - Come unto me, all ye that labour and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest.
Take my yoke upon you, and learn of me; for I am meek and lowly in heart: and ye shall find rest unto your souls.
For my yoke is easy, and my burden is light.
- 3 Nephi 9:21-22 - Behold, I have come unto the world to bring redemption unto the world, to save the world from sin.
Therefore, whoso repenteth and cometh unto me as a little child, him will I receive, for of such is the kingdom of God. Behold, for such I have laid down my life, and have taken it up again; therefore repent, and come unto me ye ends of the earth, and be saved.
- "The Mediator" - a video based on a parable told by President Boyd K. Packer
- The Atonement is how we can become perfect through Christ
- The Atonement is about hope and love - Christ gave His life for us, not because he had to but because He loved us enough to take our sins upon him
- Christ experienced our pains and sorrows through the Atonement. He knows how to helps us through our trials.
- "Seminary Donuts" - an object lesson from a seminary class about how infinite the Atonement is - Christ suffered for us whether or not we take advantage of the Atonement
- Doctrine and Covenants 19:16-19 - For behold, I, God, have suffered these things for all, that they might not suffer if they would repent;
But if they would not repent they must suffer even as I;
Which suffering caused myself, even God, the greatest of all, to tremble because of pain, and to bleed at every pore, and to suffer both body and spirit—and would that I might not drink the bitter cup, and shrink—
Nevertheless, glory be to the Father, and I partook and finished my preparations unto the children of men.
- Matthew 11:28-30 - Come unto me, all ye that labour and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest.
Take my yoke upon you, and learn of me; for I am meek and lowly in heart: and ye shall find rest unto your souls.
For my yoke is easy, and my burden is light.
- 3 Nephi 9:21-22 - Behold, I have come unto the world to bring redemption unto the world, to save the world from sin.
Therefore, whoso repenteth and cometh unto me as a little child, him will I receive, for of such is the kingdom of God. Behold, for such I have laid down my life, and have taken it up again; therefore repent, and come unto me ye ends of the earth, and be saved.
- "The Mediator" - a video based on a parable told by President Boyd K. Packer
Annoucements for the Week of June 27
Once again, thanks to everyone who made our Luau a fun success!
This week, there are a lot of announcements, so hold on tight and here we go!
- Wednesday, June 30 at 6:00 pm: The Branch is having a party at the reservoir. We will be meeting at the pavilion and if you'd like to, come dressed to swim or just hang out and have fun. There will be dinner and they've asked all the sisters to bring some cookies to contribute.
- Monday, July 6 will be the first Family Home Evening meeting for the Branch. Everyone is invited to come at 7:30 pm at the church. This will be the scheduled time for FHE every week unless we're told otherwise, so make that a part of your plans.
- Institute will be starting in July at the Seminary building. Details will follow, so be on the lookout for that.
- Last but not least, there will be an exhibit at the Stake Center for "Reflections of Christ" taking place this weekend. The times for that are: Friday, July 2 1:00-8:00; Saturday, July 3 1:00-5:00; and Sunday, July 4 9:00-6:30 with a special fireside at 7:00. This exhibit has been on tour and now it's our turn to see it, so this is not a chance to be missed! More details can be found at www.reflectionsofchrist.org
This week, there are a lot of announcements, so hold on tight and here we go!
- Wednesday, June 30 at 6:00 pm: The Branch is having a party at the reservoir. We will be meeting at the pavilion and if you'd like to, come dressed to swim or just hang out and have fun. There will be dinner and they've asked all the sisters to bring some cookies to contribute.
- Monday, July 6 will be the first Family Home Evening meeting for the Branch. Everyone is invited to come at 7:30 pm at the church. This will be the scheduled time for FHE every week unless we're told otherwise, so make that a part of your plans.
- Institute will be starting in July at the Seminary building. Details will follow, so be on the lookout for that.
- Last but not least, there will be an exhibit at the Stake Center for "Reflections of Christ" taking place this weekend. The times for that are: Friday, July 2 1:00-8:00; Saturday, July 3 1:00-5:00; and Sunday, July 4 9:00-6:30 with a special fireside at 7:00. This exhibit has been on tour and now it's our turn to see it, so this is not a chance to be missed! More details can be found at www.reflectionsofchrist.org
Luau in Pictures
We had our Luau last Thursday are here are some pictures from that activity. Thanks to the Stake Relief Society presidency for coming and also thanks to President and Sister Hill. Most especially, a bit THANK YOU to everyone who came and had fun with us! You all made it a great time!
Telling embarrassing moments
Getting ready to play "I've Never..."
Thanks again to everyone for making this a great activity and we hope to see you at the next one!
Some decorations
Telling embarrassing moments
Getting ready to play "I've Never..."
Thanks again to everyone for making this a great activity and we hope to see you at the next one!
Sunday, June 20, 2010
Announcements for the Week!
First off, this is the last Sunday before our big Luau on Thursday and we just want to remind you all about that. Again, it's this Thursday, June 24th at 7:00 at the Church. We will be having dinner and playing games and we want as many people who can to come and have a fun time!
Also, there is a party at the reservoir coming up. The date is still a little sketchy, since it's has been announced as Thursday, June 30 - but June 30 is a Wednesday, so stay tuned for updates on that. We do know that whatever day it is next week, it'll be at 6:00 pm.
Finally - we want to wish all our dads a big Happy Father's Day!
Also, there is a party at the reservoir coming up. The date is still a little sketchy, since it's has been announced as Thursday, June 30 - but June 30 is a Wednesday, so stay tuned for updates on that. We do know that whatever day it is next week, it'll be at 6:00 pm.
Finally - we want to wish all our dads a big Happy Father's Day!
Sunday Lesson Recap - "The Life of Christ"
Today lesson was from "Gospel Principles" chapter 11, "The Life of Christ." Here are some of the highlights:
- The life of Christ was prophesied long before His birth: Isaiah 52: 3-5, 7; 1 Nephi 11:18,21
- During His life, Christ:
- Taught us to love and serve one another: Matthew 22:36-39
- Preached the gospel and taught the will of His Father: John 8:28-29
- Organized the true Church: John 15:16
- Matthew 26:39
- Doctrine and Covenants 19:18
- Alma 7:10-13
- Because Christ didn't give up, even when He was alone, we don't have to give up because we are not alone. Christ is always with us.
- "All that is unfair about life can be made right through the Atonement of Jesus Christ." - Preach My Gospel, page 52
Sunday, June 13, 2010
Activities and Announcements
Even though this announcement isn't from Relief Society, we wanted to put it up anyway.
- Dutch Over Dinner - We will be having a Branch Activity on Thursday, June 17 at the Oak City Canyon pavilion at 6:00 pm. We will be playing games and enjoying a yummy dutch oven dinner. Dinner will be at 7:00, so if your work keeps you late come anyway (come even if you can't get there until after 7:00). Also, if your last name begins with the letters A-H, please bring a dessert and if your name starts with I-Z, bring a salad (but don't feel like you can't come if you get busy and can't bring food - we want everyone there!)
- Relief Society Luau - Also, we just want to re-announce the Relief Society Luau on Thursday, June 24 at 7:00 at the church. There will be dinner and games - like Shar said in Relief Society, there's bound to be a ton of food and we don't want to take it all home. Come one, come all!!
If there are people you know that would enjoy these activities, please invite them!
Lots of fun activities coming up for the branch and there are sure to be more. Stay tuned!
- Dutch Over Dinner - We will be having a Branch Activity on Thursday, June 17 at the Oak City Canyon pavilion at 6:00 pm. We will be playing games and enjoying a yummy dutch oven dinner. Dinner will be at 7:00, so if your work keeps you late come anyway (come even if you can't get there until after 7:00). Also, if your last name begins with the letters A-H, please bring a dessert and if your name starts with I-Z, bring a salad (but don't feel like you can't come if you get busy and can't bring food - we want everyone there!)
- Relief Society Luau - Also, we just want to re-announce the Relief Society Luau on Thursday, June 24 at 7:00 at the church. There will be dinner and games - like Shar said in Relief Society, there's bound to be a ton of food and we don't want to take it all home. Come one, come all!!
If there are people you know that would enjoy these activities, please invite them!
Lots of fun activities coming up for the branch and there are sure to be more. Stay tuned!
Sunday Lesson Recap - "For My Soul Delighteth in the Things of the Lord"
(This is something we're going to try with our blog - in addition to announcing activities, we want to recap our Sunday lessons for those who either weren't able to make it to Relief Society or just want to review what was discussed)
Today, our Sunday lesson was "Scriptures" (chapter 10 in the "Gospel Principles" manual). Some of the highlights included:
- The Bible and the Book of Mormon are both the Word of God and testify of Jesus Christ.
- God has called prophets and apostles to continue to reveal scripture in our day - General Conference, Ensign messages (General Conference is available as a free podcast from the iTunes store: link)
- 2 Timothy 3:16-17 - "All scripture is given by inspiration of God, and is profitable for doctrine, for reproof, for correction, for instruction in righteousness: That the man of God may be perfect, throughly furnished unto all good works."
- 2 Nephi 4:16 - "Behold, my soul delighteth in the things of the Lord; and my heart pondereth continually upon the things which I have seen and heard."
- Article of Faith 8 - "We believe the Bible to be the word of God as far as it is translated correctly; we also believe the Book of Mormon to be the word of God."
- "The Miracle of the Holy Bible" by Elder M. Russell Ballard
- "Restored Truth" by Elder M. Russell Ballard
-"They Showed the Way" by President Thomas S. Monson
Also, this talk by Elder Jeffrey R. Holland was mentioned during the lesson:
It was a great lesson and we want to thank Emma for giving it!
Today, our Sunday lesson was "Scriptures" (chapter 10 in the "Gospel Principles" manual). Some of the highlights included:
- The Bible and the Book of Mormon are both the Word of God and testify of Jesus Christ.
- God has called prophets and apostles to continue to reveal scripture in our day - General Conference, Ensign messages (General Conference is available as a free podcast from the iTunes store: link)
- 2 Timothy 3:16-17 - "All scripture is given by inspiration of God, and is profitable for doctrine, for reproof, for correction, for instruction in righteousness: That the man of God may be perfect, throughly furnished unto all good works."
- 2 Nephi 4:16 - "Behold, my soul delighteth in the things of the Lord; and my heart pondereth continually upon the things which I have seen and heard."
- Article of Faith 8 - "We believe the Bible to be the word of God as far as it is translated correctly; we also believe the Book of Mormon to be the word of God."
- "The Miracle of the Holy Bible" by Elder M. Russell Ballard
- "Restored Truth" by Elder M. Russell Ballard
-"They Showed the Way" by President Thomas S. Monson
Also, this talk by Elder Jeffrey R. Holland was mentioned during the lesson:
It was a great lesson and we want to thank Emma for giving it!
Sunday, June 6, 2010
Luau!
Like we said, we would be posting about upcoming activities and what better one to break the ice than our very first Branch Relief Society Social! It will be held on Thursday, June 24 at 7:00 pm at the church. The theme will be Luau, so feel free to wear shorts and flip-flops and maybe even those loud, colorful Hawaiian shirts (if you have one). We will be having dinner and playing games and just having a grand old time.
Also we realize that many of you work and have other things going on, but even if you get off later than 7:00, don't feel like you have to miss this activity just because of that. This is going to be pretty casual, so don't feel bad if you have to come late. We want everyone to come and have fun.
Also we realize that many of you work and have other things going on, but even if you get off later than 7:00, don't feel like you have to miss this activity just because of that. This is going to be pretty casual, so don't feel bad if you have to come late. We want everyone to come and have fun.
Welcome to Our Blog!
Hey there! Welcome to the blog for the Delta 8th Branch Relief Society! We as a presidency decided to create this blog so you could keep in contact with us and know what's coming up. Here is where we will post about upcoming activities and other events both for the branch and for Relief Society. We hope to see you at church and at our activities (which we will post about frequently). We will also be posting spiritual thoughts and other fun things here, so bookmark us so you can be in on all the action!
We're still a pretty new branch, but our goal is to get to know all the sisters in our branch. If you need to get in touch with us, feel free to leave a comment.
Hope to see you soon!
We're still a pretty new branch, but our goal is to get to know all the sisters in our branch. If you need to get in touch with us, feel free to leave a comment.
Hope to see you soon!
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