A yummy breakfast before the conference!
Thank you to the many presenters and attendees who had the opportunity to enjoy the conference. Thank you as well to the sisters from our ward who helped to prepare and serve the delicious food!
Sunday, February 26, 2012
Stake Relief Society Conference - February 25, 2012
A yummy breakfast before the conference!
Thank you to the many presenters and attendees who had the opportunity to enjoy the conference. Thank you as well to the sisters from our ward who helped to prepare and serve the delicious food!
Sunday, February 26 - Relief Society
Welcome to Stake Relief Society Presidency and President Young
President Young
Principle of revelation
Blessing other people's lives blesses your own
Receive revelation to bless the lives of others
Listening and doing as the Spirit direct
Wilford Woodruff...gift of the Holy Ghost...greatest gift bestowed upon man
The Lord will tell you what to do if you will just listen
Shared an experience about the promptings he received regarding a friend of his who needed someone to help him through some challenges in his life
Great joy from serving others
We've GOT to serve others
Sister Arthur
Focus on the Why of the Gospel
Why does Heavenly Father ask us to take on the (sacrament) covenants?
In service we represent the Father
Receiving the Holy Ghost
Helps us discern between the "giving" principle of the Gospel and the "taking" of the world
Personal revelation to help others
Becoming a member of the Church
Organization of the Relief Society
Using our natural inclination as women of being compassionate
Praying to ask for inspiration
First, compassion and service in your own homes
Next, extended family, visiting teaching families, ward family
We don't need to handle helping others on our own...ward sisters
Relief Society is a circle of love
Relief Society is a protective wall
A Worldwide Sisterhood of Love
"This great circle of sisters will be a protection for each of you and for your families. The Relief Society might be likened to a refuge--the place of safety and protection--the sanctuary of ancient times. You will be safe within it. It encircles each sister like a protecting wall."
President Boyd K. Packer
Sharing of experiences of service by sisters
Standing as a witness...a form of service
President Young
Principle of revelation
Blessing other people's lives blesses your own
Receive revelation to bless the lives of others
Listening and doing as the Spirit direct
Wilford Woodruff...gift of the Holy Ghost...greatest gift bestowed upon man
The Lord will tell you what to do if you will just listen
Shared an experience about the promptings he received regarding a friend of his who needed someone to help him through some challenges in his life
Great joy from serving others
We've GOT to serve others
Sister Arthur
Focus on the Why of the Gospel
Why does Heavenly Father ask us to take on the (sacrament) covenants?
In service we represent the Father
Receiving the Holy Ghost
Helps us discern between the "giving" principle of the Gospel and the "taking" of the world
Personal revelation to help others
Becoming a member of the Church
Organization of the Relief Society
Using our natural inclination as women of being compassionate
Praying to ask for inspiration
First, compassion and service in your own homes
Next, extended family, visiting teaching families, ward family
We don't need to handle helping others on our own...ward sisters
Relief Society is a circle of love
Relief Society is a protective wall
A Worldwide Sisterhood of Love
"This great circle of sisters will be a protection for each of you and for your families. The Relief Society might be likened to a refuge--the place of safety and protection--the sanctuary of ancient times. You will be safe within it. It encircles each sister like a protecting wall."
President Boyd K. Packer
Sharing of experiences of service by sisters
Standing as a witness...a form of service
Sunday, February 19, 2012
Sunday, February 19 - Relief Society
February 19 - Relief Society
Teaching of the Presidents of the Church - Chapter 3
Lesson by Chelsea
Lesson on testimony
President Smith delighted in sharing his testimony
George Albert Smith shared his conviction and testimony of Christ
Story shared of a time when a non-member attended a meeting where he was speaking and then had a chance to share with another her feeling about his conviction of Christ even though she believed Mormons not to believe in Christ
We don't have to see the Savior face-to-face in order to feel his presence
Sisters sharing times when they have invited the presence of the Savior in their lives
Service
Prayer
Good music
Scriptures
Viewing appropriate artwork that shows reverence for the Savior
Partaking of the sacrament
Comparing the Savior's love to wool
Cleansed and warm
Living the gospel everyday invites the presence of the Savior into our lives
Obedience and building our testimony
Paying tithing
I, the Lord, am bound when ye do what I say; but when ye do not what I say, ye have no promise. ( Doctrine and Covenants, Section 82:10)
Blessing of bing a temple recommend holder
On his deathbed, President Smith shared his testimony with his family
Broke into groups and discussed different principals related to our testimony of Jesus Christ
We have the responsibility to share our testimonies
Esther shared a personal experience that illustrated her testimony of Christ
Teaching of the Presidents of the Church - Chapter 3
Lesson by Chelsea
Lesson on testimony
President Smith delighted in sharing his testimony
George Albert Smith shared his conviction and testimony of Christ
Story shared of a time when a non-member attended a meeting where he was speaking and then had a chance to share with another her feeling about his conviction of Christ even though she believed Mormons not to believe in Christ
We don't have to see the Savior face-to-face in order to feel his presence
Sisters sharing times when they have invited the presence of the Savior in their lives
Service
Prayer
Good music
Scriptures
Viewing appropriate artwork that shows reverence for the Savior
Partaking of the sacrament
Comparing the Savior's love to wool
Cleansed and warm
Living the gospel everyday invites the presence of the Savior into our lives
Obedience and building our testimony
Paying tithing
I, the Lord, am bound when ye do what I say; but when ye do not what I say, ye have no promise. ( Doctrine and Covenants, Section 82:10)
Blessing of bing a temple recommend holder
On his deathbed, President Smith shared his testimony with his family
Broke into groups and discussed different principals related to our testimony of Jesus Christ
We have the responsibility to share our testimonies
Esther shared a personal experience that illustrated her testimony of Christ
Sunday, February 12 - Relief Society
Sue F. - Feb. 12
Love Thy Neighbor As Thyself"
Heber J. Grant known for his love
Read the beginning of the manual to learn more about him
From a young age he loved everyone
Shared an experience when she had an overwhelming amount of love for others-when she was made stake primary president
Kathy shared her experience of her love for the people of the Dominican Republic
Prophets feel that towards everyone
HJG would often be found in hospitals spreading cheer
Pres. Monson taking care of widows
HJG giving away his coat
We are all part of a family and should love each other
What do we do when someone new moves into the ward?
Julie-what it was like when they first moved into the ward
Her father wanted to move into her house to die from cancer
People bringing over food
Other sister took children into her home to give everyone a break
Given hymn books by another sister so they could sing to her dad
How we can do better-experience of a sister who didn't feel welcome
Sit by her in church
Visiting teachers can help sisters feel more accepted
Object lesson- pineapple was a common item to take to someone who was moving in
Heavenly Father doesn't expect us to be everywhere
Suggestion - Instant messaging to alert sisters to new move-ins
We don't always have a chance to see others because of callings
Sister Ann S. talked about her experience about being in a new ward...as a new move-in, become involved, sign up for everything, put yourself out there to get to know others
Sister Jenni R. talks about sharing needs and information...not gossip. Making others aware of the needs of families and sisters
Scriptures:
Matt 5:43-44
Ann and Joy shared personal experiences about loving others
Praying for others-that's where miracles can happen
Sue shared about a situation at work where she had to get along with someone who was a challenge...prayed for help
Good Samaritan
Mosiah-King Benjamin...abounding in good works
When you have done it unto the least of these my brethren..
What are really here for?
We have to all work together to make things happen for others
Sue shared a story about sharing roses with her neighbors that were given to her by Bishop Snow. Made a difference in the day of several of her neighbors.
"The errand of sisters..."
Blessing of receiving the charity of others
We are serving Him when we are serving others.
Love Thy Neighbor As Thyself"
Heber J. Grant known for his love
Read the beginning of the manual to learn more about him
From a young age he loved everyone
Shared an experience when she had an overwhelming amount of love for others-when she was made stake primary president
Kathy shared her experience of her love for the people of the Dominican Republic
Prophets feel that towards everyone
HJG would often be found in hospitals spreading cheer
Pres. Monson taking care of widows
HJG giving away his coat
We are all part of a family and should love each other
What do we do when someone new moves into the ward?
Julie-what it was like when they first moved into the ward
Her father wanted to move into her house to die from cancer
People bringing over food
Other sister took children into her home to give everyone a break
Given hymn books by another sister so they could sing to her dad
How we can do better-experience of a sister who didn't feel welcome
Sit by her in church
Visiting teachers can help sisters feel more accepted
Object lesson- pineapple was a common item to take to someone who was moving in
Heavenly Father doesn't expect us to be everywhere
Suggestion - Instant messaging to alert sisters to new move-ins
We don't always have a chance to see others because of callings
Sister Ann S. talked about her experience about being in a new ward...as a new move-in, become involved, sign up for everything, put yourself out there to get to know others
Sister Jenni R. talks about sharing needs and information...not gossip. Making others aware of the needs of families and sisters
Scriptures:
Matt 5:43-44
Ann and Joy shared personal experiences about loving others
Praying for others-that's where miracles can happen
Sue shared about a situation at work where she had to get along with someone who was a challenge...prayed for help
Good Samaritan
Mosiah-King Benjamin...abounding in good works
When you have done it unto the least of these my brethren..
What are really here for?
We have to all work together to make things happen for others
Sue shared a story about sharing roses with her neighbors that were given to her by Bishop Snow. Made a difference in the day of several of her neighbors.
"The errand of sisters..."
Blessing of receiving the charity of others
We are serving Him when we are serving others.
Sunday, February 12, 2012
Sunday, February 5 - Relief Society
Sister Shanon gave the lesson on Sunday, February 5. Following are the main points of her lesson:
Alma Chapter 5:14-19
Nephihah takes over as judge
Potential as being daughters of God
Questions asked of Alma:
Have you been spiritually born of God?
Have you received his image in your countenance?
Mighty change of heart?
Verse 46
Alma continuing to fast and pray even after his own conversion experience
Have great people who can "block" for us as we gain our testimony
Chapter 2 from "Daughters In My Kingdom."
First, seek our own salvation
Be at peace and harmony with each other-no strife among each other, love of God
Caution about sisters envying the church positions of other
Love within our own heart; love for each other and God
Recounted sitting under quilts as a youth as her mom attended Relief Society and listening to the sisters visiting with each other and the love they had for each other
Notes from the chapter-experiences from sisters in the early days of the Relief Society
Service enriches our potential
Joy shared her experience with Sister Elaine Dalton at Costco-her countenance and spirit
We don't need to be Sister Dalton to make a difference in someone's life
Let's get everyone above us
Staci and Shellie sang a song-"Oh Savior, Who Wearest a Crown" illustrating scripture
Testimonies:
Sue Fields
Alma Chapter 5:14-19
Nephihah takes over as judge
Potential as being daughters of God
Questions asked of Alma:
Have you been spiritually born of God?
Have you received his image in your countenance?
Mighty change of heart?
Verse 46
Alma continuing to fast and pray even after his own conversion experience
Have great people who can "block" for us as we gain our testimony
Chapter 2 from "Daughters In My Kingdom."
First, seek our own salvation
Be at peace and harmony with each other-no strife among each other, love of God
Caution about sisters envying the church positions of other
Love within our own heart; love for each other and God
Recounted sitting under quilts as a youth as her mom attended Relief Society and listening to the sisters visiting with each other and the love they had for each other
Notes from the chapter-experiences from sisters in the early days of the Relief Society
Service enriches our potential
Joy shared her experience with Sister Elaine Dalton at Costco-her countenance and spirit
We don't need to be Sister Dalton to make a difference in someone's life
Let's get everyone above us
Staci and Shellie sang a song-"Oh Savior, Who Wearest a Crown" illustrating scripture
Testimonies:
Sue Fields
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