Wednesday, January 21, 2009
January Book Club CANCELED!
There will be no book club for January.
February
The Historian by Elizabeth Kostova
Hosts: Turia Pope & Ingrid Thomas
Thursday, February 26th
Ingrid Thomas' home
7pm
Bring something red and worth sinking your teeth into!
Sunday, January 11, 2009
Book Club Reminder
Don't forget! Book club is
Thursday, January 22nd
Janet Richard's home
7pm
*Read ahead! February's book is
The Historian
Elizabeth Kostova
Hosts: Turia Pope & Ingrid Thomas
February 26th
7pm
Bring something red and worth sinking your teeth into!
Thursday, January 22nd
Janet Richard's home
7pm
The book is
Robin McGraw's "Inside My Heart"
*Read ahead! February's book is
The Historian
Elizabeth Kostova
Hosts: Turia Pope & Ingrid Thomas
February 26th
7pm
Bring something red and worth sinking your teeth into!
Wednesday, January 7, 2009
Visiting Teaching Message
Stand Strong and Immovable in FaithEnsign, January 2009
Teach the scriptures and quotations that meet the needs of the sisters you visit. Bear testimony of the doctrine. Invite those you teach to share what they have felt and learned.
Mosiah 5:15: "Be steadfast and immovable, always abounding in good works, that Christ, the Lord God Omnipotent, may seal you his, that you may be brought to heaven, that ye may have everlasting salvation and eternal life."
How Can I Stand Strong and Immovable in Faith?
3 Nephi 6:14: "The church was broken up in all the land save it were among a few of the Lamanites who were converted unto the true faith; and they would not depart from it, for they were firm, and steadfast, and immovable, willing with all diligence to keep the commandments of the Lord."
Julie B. Beck, Relief Society general president: "Latter-day Saint women must be strong and immovable in their faith. They can and should excel in living and sharing their testimonies of the Lord Jesus Christ and His restored gospel. We do this as we:
1. Make and keep covenants with Him.
2. Are worthy and worship in His temples.
3. Study His doctrine in the scriptures and the words of prophets.
4. Qualify for, recognize, and follow the Holy Ghost.
5. Share and defend His gospel.
6. Participate in sincere personal and family prayer.
7. Have family home evening.
8. Live principles of self-reliance and provident living.
"These are essential things which must be done before nonessential things. These are simple, indispensable practices that almost seem mundane. . . . No one can do these things for us—these are personal practices and habits that set us apart as strong and immovable for that which is correct" ("What Latter-day Saint Women Do Best: Stand Strong and Immovable," Liahona and Ensign, Nov. 2007, 109–10).
Cheryl C. Lant, Primary general president: "Our personal conversion comes as we begin to live the way the Lord wants us to live—steadfast and immovable in keeping all of the commandments, not just those that are convenient. This then becomes a process of refinement as we strive to make each day a little better than the last" ("Righteous Traditions," Liahona and Ensign, May 2008, 14).
Why Should I Be Strong and Immovable in Faith?
Elder M. Russell Ballard of the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles: "Your faith and your knowledge of the restoration of the gospel will give you the strength to be faithful and true to the covenants you have made with the Lord, and to share your strengths and talents gladly to build up the kingdom of God here on the earth! Your testimony of Jesus Christ is the most important anchor that you can have to help hold you, steadfast and immovable, to principles of righteousness, regardless of the challenges and temptations that may come in the future" ("Steadfast in Christ," Ensign, Dec. 1993, 52).
Elder Richard G. Scott of the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles: "You cannot today remotely imagine what that decision to be unwaveringly obedient to the Lord will allow you to accomplish in life. Your quiet, uncompromising determination to live a righteous life will couple you to inspiration and power beyond your capacity now to understand" ("Making the Right Decisions," Ensign, May 1991, 34).
Teach the scriptures and quotations that meet the needs of the sisters you visit. Bear testimony of the doctrine. Invite those you teach to share what they have felt and learned.
Mosiah 5:15: "Be steadfast and immovable, always abounding in good works, that Christ, the Lord God Omnipotent, may seal you his, that you may be brought to heaven, that ye may have everlasting salvation and eternal life."
How Can I Stand Strong and Immovable in Faith?
3 Nephi 6:14: "The church was broken up in all the land save it were among a few of the Lamanites who were converted unto the true faith; and they would not depart from it, for they were firm, and steadfast, and immovable, willing with all diligence to keep the commandments of the Lord."
Julie B. Beck, Relief Society general president: "Latter-day Saint women must be strong and immovable in their faith. They can and should excel in living and sharing their testimonies of the Lord Jesus Christ and His restored gospel. We do this as we:
1. Make and keep covenants with Him.
2. Are worthy and worship in His temples.
3. Study His doctrine in the scriptures and the words of prophets.
4. Qualify for, recognize, and follow the Holy Ghost.
5. Share and defend His gospel.
6. Participate in sincere personal and family prayer.
7. Have family home evening.
8. Live principles of self-reliance and provident living.
"These are essential things which must be done before nonessential things. These are simple, indispensable practices that almost seem mundane. . . . No one can do these things for us—these are personal practices and habits that set us apart as strong and immovable for that which is correct" ("What Latter-day Saint Women Do Best: Stand Strong and Immovable," Liahona and Ensign, Nov. 2007, 109–10).
Cheryl C. Lant, Primary general president: "Our personal conversion comes as we begin to live the way the Lord wants us to live—steadfast and immovable in keeping all of the commandments, not just those that are convenient. This then becomes a process of refinement as we strive to make each day a little better than the last" ("Righteous Traditions," Liahona and Ensign, May 2008, 14).
Why Should I Be Strong and Immovable in Faith?
Elder M. Russell Ballard of the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles: "Your faith and your knowledge of the restoration of the gospel will give you the strength to be faithful and true to the covenants you have made with the Lord, and to share your strengths and talents gladly to build up the kingdom of God here on the earth! Your testimony of Jesus Christ is the most important anchor that you can have to help hold you, steadfast and immovable, to principles of righteousness, regardless of the challenges and temptations that may come in the future" ("Steadfast in Christ," Ensign, Dec. 1993, 52).
Elder Richard G. Scott of the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles: "You cannot today remotely imagine what that decision to be unwaveringly obedient to the Lord will allow you to accomplish in life. Your quiet, uncompromising determination to live a righteous life will couple you to inspiration and power beyond your capacity now to understand" ("Making the Right Decisions," Ensign, May 1991, 34).
Temple Trip
Sister's Day Out at the Temple
Wednesday, January 21
10:20AM session
Jason's Deli for lunch @ 12:30PM
33rd & Boulevard
Meet in the church parking lot before 9:30AM when we will leave for the temple. We'll attend the 10:20 session and have lunch at Jason's Deli in Edmond. Sisters unable to attend the temple that morning are welcome to join us for lunch.
Please contact Sister Elisabeth Andersen for more details.
Ward Temple Assignments
Endowment session (light cleaning)
7:30PM
Sign up with Brother Norman
Wednesday, January 21
10:20AM session
Jason's Deli for lunch @ 12:30PM
33rd & Boulevard
Meet in the church parking lot before 9:30AM when we will leave for the temple. We'll attend the 10:20 session and have lunch at Jason's Deli in Edmond. Sisters unable to attend the temple that morning are welcome to join us for lunch.
Please contact Sister Elisabeth Andersen for more details.
Ward Temple Assignments
Endowment session (light cleaning)
7:30PM
Sign up with Brother Norman
Book Club Correction
Once again, I have made a mistake! ; )
The CORRECT date for book club is
JANUARY 22!
Sorry! If you ever notice me writing something incorrect, please let me know!
THANK YOU!
The CORRECT date for book club is
JANUARY 22!
Sorry! If you ever notice me writing something incorrect, please let me know!
THANK YOU!
Friday, January 2, 2009
Healthy Lifestyle Group
Have you made a new year's resolution to be a healthier you?
The Healthy Lifestyle Group will be meeting this coming
Tuesday, Jan. 6th from 11:30-1:00
at Shelly Utsch's house.
Lunch will be potluck. Come and share ideas, workouts, recipes and maybe set a few goals. Elisabeth Anderson will be sharing a short presentation about nutrition. All are invited -- hope you can make it!
The Healthy Lifestyle Group will be meeting this coming
Tuesday, Jan. 6th from 11:30-1:00
at Shelly Utsch's house.
Lunch will be potluck. Come and share ideas, workouts, recipes and maybe set a few goals. Elisabeth Anderson will be sharing a short presentation about nutrition. All are invited -- hope you can make it!
Playgroup
Okay ladies, I am at a loss here. I am not sure what to do and I would love your input. Please answer these questions for me. THANK YOU! : )
1. How often would you like playgroup? (i.e. once a week, every two weeks, once a month...)
2. Where would you like playgroup in the winter? Do you want playgrounds, someone willing to host, etc....?
3. What day of the week works best?
I am hoping to get playgroup up and running and I would love to know what everyone would like to do! : )
1. How often would you like playgroup? (i.e. once a week, every two weeks, once a month...)
2. Where would you like playgroup in the winter? Do you want playgrounds, someone willing to host, etc....?
3. What day of the week works best?
I am hoping to get playgroup up and running and I would love to know what everyone would like to do! : )
30+ Singles News
A Gathering of Israel
January 17th
6:30-9:30 pm
Regional activity celebrating our lineage, faith & friendships. Sample the food, play group games, learn Hebrew dances & make new friends!
Ward History
Contribute to our ward history!
Write a paragraph or two, send a picture, or both, and send it to Sister Andersen by January 10th.
Write a paragraph or two, send a picture, or both, and send it to Sister Andersen by January 10th.
Our Missionaries
Check out the missionary section of the ward website to keep up with our missionaries!
Click here https://secure.lds.org/units/a/missionary/1,12893,2839-1-7-89176,00.html
Click here https://secure.lds.org/units/a/missionary/1,12893,2839-1-7-89176,00.html
A new website
A new youth-oriented Web site, http://abrandnewyear.lds.org/index.html was launched January 1, with music, video, testimonies, and other features from the Brand New Year youth celebration DVD. Youth, parents, and leaders are invited to enjoy the resources on this Web site.
Happy Birthday!
A BIG Happy Birthday to all January birthdays! We hope you have a fantastic day!
HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO YOU!!!
HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO YOU!!!
HAPPY BIRTHDAY DEAR SISTERS!!!
HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO YOU!!!
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