"Angels Among Us"

Did you know?...

There are "angels among us!"  That's right, all around you, everyday.  You'll have to look hard to find them sometimes because they may not be so obvious.  But, they are there watching, protecting you, serving you, reaching out and helping you along...  They come in various ways...in our homes, at church, our jobs, the grocery store, and many other places we may not expect to find them.  They come in all shapes and sizes, some are young/older, some are short/tall, some are seasoned with wisdom, while some are ready for something new.  Many are truly miracles in our lives...

Angels are among us in our Relief Society and we look forward to celebrating the Relief Society Anniversary together.  Join us, and bring the angels in your life!

• When:  Tuesday, March 23rd
• Time:  6:30pm
• Where:  Cultural Hall at the ward building
• Light dinner/dessert, getting-to-know-you activity, service opportunity, and special thoughts/music
• Nursery provided by sisters from the YSA wards

~~What an enjoyable, uplifting evening it will be!  Come celebrate the angels among us!~~

Questions???:  Please contact a member of the Relief Society Meetings Committee

Happy Anniversary, Relief Society Sisters!

"This organization is divinely made, divinely authorized, divinely instituted, divinely ordained of God to minister for the salvation of the souls of women and of men. Therefore there is not any organization that can compare with it, that can be compared with it, that can ever occupy the same stand and platform that this can, unless the Lord will organize another."

("Teachings of Presidents of the Church:  Joseph F. Smith, p. 183, as quoted from the "Minutes of the General Board of the Relief Society," 17 Mar. 1914, Historical Department Archives, The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, 54.)

March Relief Society Temple Day

Join us for a spiritually uplifting experience!  Relief Society Temple Day will be Friday, March 12th at the Jordan River Temple.  Meet in the foyer by 8:30am for the 9:00am session. 

If you have questions, please contact Siv.  Hope to see you there!

January Excitement - A New Year!

"Let it Snow, let it snow, let it snow"...This line from the popular song rings all too true as we begin the new year - 2010, can you believe it!!??  What do you have planned for the new year?  Have you thought about some goals to work toward - not resolutions, but goals - to keep us motivated and progressing forward?  Maybe it's along the lines of getting more organized or losing weight?  How about spending more quality time with your family or doing something for someone each day?  Whatever you decide, 2010 is filled with possibilities and opportunities. 

Relief Society Meetings this year are going to support your goals in the areas of:
 
1)Homemaking
2) Marriage and family
3) Provident living and self-reliance
4) Temples and family history
5) Sharing the gospel
6) Compassionate service

Check out the revised Relief Society Meetings website by clicking here to see some of the fun ideas, plus so much more this year!  As always, we welcome your ideas for activities, classes, topics you'd like covered, etc.  So, please feel free to share with a member of the committee!

Here's to an exciting and happy new year!

January Activities/Classes:

Thursday, Jan. 7...Yoga @ 7pm @ Lynette, Julie, & Lisa's home.  If you haven't tried yoga yet, you're missing out.  Wear comfy clothes, bring water, and a mat if you have one.  (*This class meets every Thursday unless otherwise noted.)

Tuesday, Jan. 12...Introduction to New FamilySearch @ 7pm @ Amanda's place.  Come join us for "Everything You Wanted to Know About New FamilySearch, But Were Afraid to Ask."  Bring your laptop if you have one.  Whether you've never registered yet or are a New FamilySearch pro, let's explore New FamilySearch together.  It truly is a revolution in family history and a modern miracle.  *If you haven't registered yet, please bring your confirmation date and membership number.  (This will be a complemetary class to the weekly Family History Sunday School class.)

Thursday, Jan. 14...Yoga @ 7pm @ Lynette, Julie, & Lisa's home. If you haven't tried yoga yet, you're missing out. Wear comfy clothes, bring water, and a mat if you have one. (*This class meets every Thursday unless otherwise noted.)

Tuesday, Jan. 19...Stake Cannery Day from 6-8pm at our local cannery (dry pack).  Contact Gloria by Jan. 17th to reserve a spot.

Thursday, Jan. 21...Yoga @ 7pm @ Lynette, Julie, & Lisa's home. If you haven't tried yoga yet, you're missing out. Wear comfy clothes, bring water, and a mat if you have one. (*This class meets every Thursday unless otherwise noted.)

Tuesday, Jan. 26..."Organizing for the Unorganized" @ 7pm @ TBA.  Learn how to simplify your life by getting organized!  The new year is always a good time to start de-cluttering and cleaning out spaces.  Find out how to decide what to keep, donate, throw out as well as creative ways to organize small spaces and "containerize."  Come with an idea of a space you'd like to organize.

Thursday, Jan. 28...Book Club @ 7 pm @ Kathy's home.  The book we will discuss is " Forgotten Garden," by Kate Morton. This book transports the reader from the back alleys of poverty of pre-World War I London to the shores of colonial Australia where so many made a fresh start, and back to the windswept coast of Cornwall, England, past and present.  Please join us even if you haven't read this book. The discussion is fun and you can even recommend some good books you have read that all of us should read.

*Cannery Information - contact Gloria for more information:*

Welfare Square: No scheduled appointments "Walk In ONLY"
Hours: Mon - Wed - Fri 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Tues - Thurs 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Sat - 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 noon

Individuals and families may go to the cannery at their convenience during the above times. There may be a short waiting period until one of the four canning spots is available.

Local Cannery (dry pack)
Our stake assigned date: Tuesday -- January 19, 2010 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
To participate please call Gloria by Sunday, January 17th so a spot can be reserved for you.

Fridays are open for individuals to come in by calling the cannery for an appt. the day before. (Thursday)

Wet pack items are also available at the local Cannery -- call for items, prices, etc and to sign up for a time.

Join us for one or all of our Relief Society Meetings - whatever fits you and your family's schedule!  Spread the word and bring a friend, neighbor,

roommate, or family member! 

We look forward to a fun and inspiring 2010!!

"Who Gets Grandma's Yellow Pie Plate?"

Join us for a unique presentation, "Who Gets Grandma's Yellow Pie Plate?" on legacy planning and family communication with Mark at the ward building in the Relief Society room this coming Thursday, Nov. 19th at 7pm. The workshop and information presented will be helpful for all ages. Bring your husband, neighbors, friends, roommates, etc. Also, please bring something that you cherish and would like to pass down to your descendants in the future.  Light refreshments served.

Visiting Teaching - October

"The history of Relief Society is recorded in words and numbers, but the heritage is passed heart to heart."

President Henry B. Eyring, General Relief Society Meeting, September 2009

Toni asked me to post this regarding visiting teaching - 93% for October.  Way to go, sisters!  Keep up the good work and continue getting to know your sisters.  This not only strengthens our friendships, but increases unity in our Relief Society and the ward family.