The divine manifestations that occurred in the Kirtland Temple were foundational to the purpose of the restored Church of Jesus Christ to bring to pass the salvation and exaltation of our Heavenly Father’s children. As we prepare to meet God, we can know what our divinely appointed responsibilities are by reviewing the sacred keys restored in the Kirtland Temple.
The Kirtland Temple, both in location and size, was relatively obscure. But in terms of its enormous significance to mankind, it was eternity-shaping. Ancient prophets restored priesthood keys for the eternal saving ordinances of the gospel of Jesus Christ. This resulted in overwhelming joy for faithful members.
These keys provide the “power from on high” for divinely appointed responsibilities that constitute the primary purpose of the Church. On that wonderful Easter day in the Kirtland Temple, three keys were restored:
First, Moses appeared and committed the keys of the gathering of Israel from the four parts of the earth, which is missionary work.
Second, Elias appeared and committed the keys of the dispensation of the gospel of Abraham, which includes the restoration of the Abrahamic covenant. President Russell M. Nelson has taught that the purpose of the covenant keys is to prepare members for the kingdom of God. He said, “We know who we are and [we know] what God expects of us.”
Third, Elijah appeared and committed the keys of the sealing power in this dispensation, which is family history work and temple ordinances enabling salvation for the living and the dead.
We now have temples across the world... As individuals, we would do well to evaluate our effort in pursuing missionary work, temple and family history work, and preparations to meet God.
Announcements -
Formal ward member Dallas Elder passed away. His funeral is tomorrow, Monday, Spetember 17th at noon in the Nibley 3rd ward - 3701 South 450 West, Nibley.
September 20th, Thursday - Marriage, Intimacy and the Eternal Perspective - This is a combined Relief Society/Priesthood activity by invitation from the Paradise 2nd ward. It is for all 4 Paradise wards. With special guest speaker, Dr. Brett Horsely OBGYN It will be in the chapel so Sunday dress please. North Church 6:30pm (Refreshments) ***See flyer on last week's blog post.
Saturday, September 22nd -BARN DANCE, held at the Russell Barn in Avon starting at 6:30 p.m. Relief Society Sisters are invited to bring toppings for scones or bring another treat to share (ie..cookies, brownies etc.)
Sunday, September 23rd - Special Stake Conference - 10am (Sunday only - no Saturday meeting will be held) It will be broadcast to the Paradise Buildings. We will have a visiting General Authority.)
September 28-30 - Single Adult (46 and older) Conference - Held at the Aztec Church on Friday the 28th at 7 p.m. and Saturday the 29th at 10 a.m., then Sunday the 30th at the tabernacle at 6 p.m.
Sunday, September 30th - Stake Priesthood Meeting for all priesthood holders. 6-8 p.m.
October 6th and 7th - GENERAL CONFERENCE - We encourage you to get this on your calendars. ***The General Women’s Session - for all sister’s 8 years and older, will be held on Saturday night - October 6th at 6 p.m.
Called -
Natalie Phillips - Stake Single Adult Representative
Todd Trimble - Stake Single Adult Representative
Rand Curtis - Gospel Doctrine Teacher
Relief Society Lessons -
September 23 - Special Stake Conference broadcast in our building at 10 a.m.
September 30 - There are many ways we can minister to others.
October 6-7 - General Conference 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. sessions
October 6 - 6 p.m. General Women’s Session
September Birthdays -
17 - Myrna Knowles
18 - Dolores Maughan
19 - Susan Dart
20 - Kelsey Romney
21 - Charlotte Maughan
