Im sure in each of us at Christmas time we are reminded of something of our childhood. We all revel in the fun of Christmas-of giving and receiving presents, singing Christmas carols, eating yummy treats, and enjoying the company of family and friends. But there is something better that we get to do each Christmas season, and that is commemorate the birth of our Savior Jesus Christ.
President Hinkley said,” Our joy at this season is because He came into the world. The peace that comes from Him, His infinite love which each of us may feel, and an overwhelming sense of gratitude for that which He freely gave us at so great a cost to Himself—these are of the true essence of Christmas.”
We pray that this will be a wonderful Christmas season for you, but more importantly, we hope that this will be a time where you can reflect on the wonder and majesty of our Savior. The celebration of Christmas helps us keep our promise to always remember Him and His gifts to us. And that remembrance creates a desire in us to give gifts to Him. At this time, it is our hope that we might all choose something of ourselves that we can offer to give back to the Lord. As we do this, it is promised by President Kimball that, “When we completely surrender ourselves to the Lord, then He will cause a mighty change in us and we will become a new person, justified, sanctified,and born again with His image in our countenances.”
With Love, The Relief Society Presidency
Saturday, December 17, 2011
November Presidency Message
Dear Sisters,
In the last Relief Society general conference, President Uchtdorf gave us women five important things that we need not forget.
1. Forget not to be patient with yourself.
2. Forget not the difference between a good sacrifice and a foolish sacrifice.
3. Forget not to be happy now.
4. Forget not the “why” of the gospel.
5. Forget not that the Lord loves you.
He also says, “The love of God and the power of the restored gospel are redemptive and saving. If you will only allow His divine love into your life, it can dress any wound, heal any hurt, and soften any sorrow”
Sisters, you are AMAZING women! The Lord loves each of you so much and has not forgotten about you. If we can follow the council of President Uchtdorf, not only will we will be blessed and uplifted by our Father in Heaven, but our lives will become “joyful and sweet”.
We love you!
The Relief Society Presidency
In the last Relief Society general conference, President Uchtdorf gave us women five important things that we need not forget.
1. Forget not to be patient with yourself.
2. Forget not the difference between a good sacrifice and a foolish sacrifice.
3. Forget not to be happy now.
4. Forget not the “why” of the gospel.
5. Forget not that the Lord loves you.
He also says, “The love of God and the power of the restored gospel are redemptive and saving. If you will only allow His divine love into your life, it can dress any wound, heal any hurt, and soften any sorrow”
Sisters, you are AMAZING women! The Lord loves each of you so much and has not forgotten about you. If we can follow the council of President Uchtdorf, not only will we will be blessed and uplifted by our Father in Heaven, but our lives will become “joyful and sweet”.
We love you!
The Relief Society Presidency
Friday, October 14, 2011
October Presidency Message
President Thomas S Monson gave a wonderful address at the Women’s Session of General Conference entitled “Charity Never Faileth”. I’d like to share with you some excerpts from his address:
“There is really no way we can know the heart, the intentions, or the circumstances of someone who might say or do something we find reason to criticize. Thus the commandment: Judge not.” Mother Teresa, spoke this profound truth: “If you judge people, you have no time to love them.” The Savior has admonished, “This is my commandment, That ye love one another, as I have loved you.” I ask: can we love one another, as the Savior has commanded, if we judge each other? And I answer – with Mother Teresa: no, we cannot. What is charity? Mormon teaches us that “charity is the pure love of Christ.” Moroni declares, “Except ye have charity ye can in nowise be saved in the kingdom of God.” There is a serious need for the charity that gives attention to those who are unnoticed, hope to those who are discourage, aid to those who are afflicted. True charity is love in action. The need for charity is everywhere. Rather than being judgmental and critical of each other, may we have the pure love of Christ for our fellow travelers in this journey though life. May we recognize that each one is doing her best to deal with the challenges which come her way, and may we strive to do our best to help out.”
We pray that we may each enjoy more peace and joy in our lives as we reach out to others with greater charity.
With Love, The Relief Society Presidency
“There is really no way we can know the heart, the intentions, or the circumstances of someone who might say or do something we find reason to criticize. Thus the commandment: Judge not.” Mother Teresa, spoke this profound truth: “If you judge people, you have no time to love them.” The Savior has admonished, “This is my commandment, That ye love one another, as I have loved you.” I ask: can we love one another, as the Savior has commanded, if we judge each other? And I answer – with Mother Teresa: no, we cannot. What is charity? Mormon teaches us that “charity is the pure love of Christ.” Moroni declares, “Except ye have charity ye can in nowise be saved in the kingdom of God.” There is a serious need for the charity that gives attention to those who are unnoticed, hope to those who are discourage, aid to those who are afflicted. True charity is love in action. The need for charity is everywhere. Rather than being judgmental and critical of each other, may we have the pure love of Christ for our fellow travelers in this journey though life. May we recognize that each one is doing her best to deal with the challenges which come her way, and may we strive to do our best to help out.”
We pray that we may each enjoy more peace and joy in our lives as we reach out to others with greater charity.
With Love, The Relief Society Presidency
October Lesson Schedule
1st Sunday: General Conference
2nd Sunday: Signs of the Second Coming G.P. Ch. 43
3rd Sunday: Second Coming of Christ G.P. Ch. 44
4th Sunday: May Ensign Lesson
5th Sunday: Combined Meeting
2nd Sunday: Signs of the Second Coming G.P. Ch. 43
3rd Sunday: Second Coming of Christ G.P. Ch. 44
4th Sunday: May Ensign Lesson
5th Sunday: Combined Meeting
October Calendar
October:
1-2 General Conference
7- Fabulous Friday 6-10 at the church
10- Columbus Day
13-14 Fall Break
22- Primary Program practice 10:00
23- Primary Program
31- Halloween
1-2 General Conference
7- Fabulous Friday 6-10 at the church
10- Columbus Day
13-14 Fall Break
22- Primary Program practice 10:00
23- Primary Program
31- Halloween
Friday, September 9, 2011
September Presidency Message
President Faust said: 'To be a daughter of God means that you are the offspring of Deity, literal desendants of a Divine Father, inheriting godly attributes and potential....Being a daughter of God means that if you seek it, you can find your true identity. You know who you are.'
From the Adversary's point of view, we are dangerous. Righteous daughter's of God dedicated to the Lord and united in the cause of goodness threaten his work. Is it any wonder then that Satan would launch an all-out attack on Latter-Day Saint women?
Might we therefore covenant this very hour to work and watch and fight and pray. To work to strengthen ourselves spiritually every week of every month of every year. The closer we grow to our Father in Heaven, the more clear and complete becomes our vision of who we are and what we can become. Seek for opportunities to study, go to the temple, pray, ponder and fast with sincerity, making and keeping covenants, service, and building your testimony. We pray that you will prioritize the things in your life, focusing more on life eternal, than life today. We pray for you and love you each.
The Relief Society Presidency
From the Adversary's point of view, we are dangerous. Righteous daughter's of God dedicated to the Lord and united in the cause of goodness threaten his work. Is it any wonder then that Satan would launch an all-out attack on Latter-Day Saint women?
Might we therefore covenant this very hour to work and watch and fight and pray. To work to strengthen ourselves spiritually every week of every month of every year. The closer we grow to our Father in Heaven, the more clear and complete becomes our vision of who we are and what we can become. Seek for opportunities to study, go to the temple, pray, ponder and fast with sincerity, making and keeping covenants, service, and building your testimony. We pray that you will prioritize the things in your life, focusing more on life eternal, than life today. We pray for you and love you each.
The Relief Society Presidency
September Lesson Schedule
1st Sunday- Presidency Message
2nd- Sunday- The Postmortal Spirit World (G.P. Ch. 41)
3rd Sunday- Gathering the House of Israel (G.P. Ch. 42)
4th Sunday- Ensign Lesson
2nd- Sunday- The Postmortal Spirit World (G.P. Ch. 41)
3rd Sunday- Gathering the House of Israel (G.P. Ch. 42)
4th Sunday- Ensign Lesson
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