Lisa Clawson gave our lesson today and gave us all such a shot in the arm about the many positive things that are waiting for us as we embrace the new curriculum changes the church will implement in January. --
From Elder Cook’s talk --
“World conditions increasingly require deepening individual conversion to and strengthening faith in Heavenly Father and Jesus Christ and His Atonement. The Lord has prepared us, line upon line, for the perilous times that we now face. In recent years, the Lord has guided us to address related core concerns, including:
Honoring the Sabbath day and the sacred ordinance of the sacrament has again been emphasized for the last three years.
Under the bishop’s direction, strengthened elders quorums and Relief Societies are focused on the purpose and divinely appointed responsibilities of the Church and helping members make and keep sacred covenants.
Ministering in a higher and holier way is being joyfully adopted.
Beginning with the end in mind, temple covenants and family history service are becoming a purposeful part of the covenant path.
The adjustment announced this morning is yet another example of guidance for the challenges of our day.”
It is exciting to be a part of the church at this time. There are so many things happening, and Heavenly Father is showing us that he has confidence that we can do these things. I loved what Lisa said when she said that Heavenly Father is creating an army of “thinkers”. No longer should we or our children sit back and wait to be told what to think or do. Following these guidelines will increase our knowledge and power for good, and prepare us for the things that are coming as we move forward on this earth. These are exciting times!
Ministering -
Thank you to all those who attended Ministering Interviews and reported on their Sisters and families. We are touched at the love and concern you have for each other.
Announcements -
Reminder about the “Light The World” initiative. See LDS.org for ideas and more information. This week is “Light Your Family”. Click on this link to watch a short video put out by the church — "Light Your Family" Video
Next Sunday, December 23rd we will have Sacrament meeting only.
Since in the New Year, we will be doing all announcements on line, we are trying to update individual information so that we have current phone numbers and e mail addresses. Please go on line and make sure your information is correct.
****On December 30th, we will be having online help following our block in the cultural hall where people will be there with lap tops set up to help you if you need help updating your information, or navigating church technology.
Starting January 6th, Church will start at 9:00 a.m.
Relief Society Lessons -
December -
30 - Gospel Discussions at Home and at Church
January -
13 - Women and Gospel Learning in the Home - President Henry B. Eyring (For Him by Joy D. Jones could also go along)
27 - Our Campfire of Faith - Elder Gerrit W. Gong
Birthdays -
19 - Marilyn Pratt
21 - Rachel Hulme and Kelly Mortensen
22 - Bobbie Fredrickson
27 - Holly Pickup
28 - Janna Gibbs
