Stonewood 5th Ward February 5, 2012 ************************************************************************ 2 Nephi 31:20 Wherefore, ye must press forward with a steadfastness in Christ, having a perfect brightness of hope, and a love of God and of all men. Wherefore, if ye shall press forward, feasting upon the word of Christ and endure to the end, behold thus saith the Father: Ye shall have eternal life. ***************************************************************** Alma 13: 28-29 But that ye would humble yourselves before the Lord, and call on his holy name, and watch and pray continually, that ye may not be tempted above that which ye can bear, and thus be lead by the Holy Spirit, becoming humble, meek, submissive, patient, full of love and all long-suffering. Having faith on the Lord; having a hope that ye shall receive eternal life; having the love of God always in your hearts that ye may be lifted up at the last day and enter into his rest. ********************************************************************
Lesson Schedule

February 5: Presidency Message by Lorene Hernandez
February 12: Lesson #3 "Our Testimony of Jesus" by Karen Hoag
Feruary 19: Lesson #4 "The Prophet Joseph Smith, God's Istrument in Restoring the Truth" by Tricia Cowan
February 26: "The Hearts of the Children Shall Turn" Elder David A. Bednar: Yvonne Glenn
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Announcements

February 8th: 6:30 pm Stake Center
Forget-Me-Not
Visiting Teaching Garden Party: Dinner will be served and a nursery will be provided.
February 11: World Wide Leadership Training.
February 18: Temple Trip - Meet at the church at 7:00 a.m.
February 27: All single seniors are invited to come to a fireside at Sister Wille's home at 6:30 p.m. The address is 93 E. Hanover Dr. to hear Bro. & Sis. Agenor tell their story of their conversion to the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and their move from Haiti to Utah. Refreshments will be served following as well as a chance to ask questions about their native land. We welcome them to our ward and are anxious to hear them speak. For further information contact Bro. Garrison and Sis's Banta, Raymond and Williams.

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February Birthdays:
2: Raylynn Marvel
4: Alicia Kidman, Kerry Jeffs
9: Lauren Gruwell
19: Tatiana Leao
20: Irene Redford, Janna Trotter
23: Jennifer Aidukaitis
24: Heather Noble
28: Jennifer Dracoulis

Stonewood 5th Ward January 21, 2012

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2 Nephi 31:20
Wherefore, ye must press forward with a steadfastness in Christ, having a perfect brightness of hope, and a love of God and of all men. Wherefore, if ye shall press forward, feasting upon the word of Christ and endure to the end, behold thus saith the Father: Ye shall have eternal life.

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Alma 13: 28-29
But that ye would humble yourselves before the Lord, and call on his holy name, and watch and pray continually, that ye may not be tempted above that which ye can bear, and thus be lead by the Holy Spirit, becoming humble, meek, submissive, patient, full of love and all long-suffering.
Having faith on the Lord; having a hope that ye shall receive eternal life; having the love of God always in your hearts that ye may be lifted up at the last day and enter into his rest.
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Lesson Schedule

January 22: TOT - "Love Her Mother" By Holly McMahon

January 29: Combined Relief Society/Priesthood

February 5: Presidency Message by Lorene Hernandez

February 12: Lesson #3 "Our Testimony of Jesus" by Karen Hoag

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Announcements

January 28: Stake relief society/Young Women combined event. "Ponder, Pray, Prioritize" From 9:00 am - 1:00 pm at the Stake Center. All Relief Society and Young Women sisters invited to come and participate in classes like: Communication, Gardening, Missionary Prep, Detoxing Your Home, etc. There will also be crafts, quilts, and sewing skirts for trek. Lunch from 11:30 - 1:30.

Single Seniors

A single senior fireside will be at Bonnie William's home, 555 S 70 E, on January 23 @ 6:30 pm. Our couple will be Brother and Sister Steed speaking on their mission to the Marshall Islands. All single adults 40+ are invited for this presentation. Please RSVP if you plan to attend by calling Brother Garrison, Sisters Banta, Raymond, or Williams.

Forget-Me-Not

Visiting Teaching Garden Party

February 8th 6:30 pm Stake Center

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Stonewood 5th Ward Relief Society
January 1, 2012

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"Wherefore, ye must press forward with a steadfastness in Christ, having a perfect brightness of hope, and a love of God and of all men. Wherefore, If ye shall press forward, feasting upon the word of Christ and endure to the end, behold, thus saith the Father: Ye shall have eternal life." 2 Nephi 31:20
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Lesson Schedule
January 1: Lesson #1 "Living What We Believe" Joane Arroyo
January 8: Presidency Message by Louise Lyman
January 15: Lesson #2 "Love Thy Neighbor As Thyself" by Sue Leiber
January 22: TOT "Love Her Mother", Elaine S. Dalton, by Holly McMahon
January 29: Combined Relief Society/Priesthood.

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Announcements:
January 10: Lunch Bunch 11:00 a.m. at Molly's 753 W. Columbia Lane, Provo. Call Bonnie Willians 801-221-7720 to RSVP or for a ride.
January 11: Zumba at the Church at 6:30p.m.

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Yea, come unto Christ and be perfected in Him…” -Moroni 10:32“Learn of me, and listen to my words: walk in the meekness of my Spirit, and you shall have peace in me.” -Doctrine and Covenants 19:23 *****************************************************************

Birthdays

1st Linday Ryan 7th Kathryn Bell 9th Tricia Faragher

10th Janice Vick 14th Barbra Wardle 14th Patsy Carter

14th Toni Handy 18th Michelle Oxborrow 19th Linda Rogers

26th Deborah Threet 26th Ischaly Hansen 31st Joanne Arroyo

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Stonewood 5^th Ward Relief Society

September25^th, 2011

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“Yea, come unto Christ and be perfected in Him…”
-Moroni 10:32

“Learn of me, and listen to my words: walk in the meekness of my Spirit, and you shall have peace in me.”
-Doctrine and Covenants 19:23
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Lesson Schedule

September 25^th: Ward Conference, Stake Relief Society Presidency Message

October 2^nd: General Conference

October 9^th: Presidency Message, taught by LoRene Hernandez

October 16^th: Lesson 43, “Signs of the Second Coming”, taught by Joanne Arroyo

October 23^rd: TOT “The Atonement Covers All Pain”, Kent F. Richardson. Taught by Yvonne Glenn

October 30^th: Relief Society & Priesthood combined

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Announcements

Stake Leadership Training: This meeting is for all leaders and teachers in the church. September 29^th, 7:00 pm, at the stake center.

Night Relief Society: Mark your calendar for October’s Night Relief Society! We will be doing Humanitarian work as well as canning (due to the many requests from our last canning activity). October 12^th at 6:30 at the Stake Center. More info TBA.

Visiting Teaching Thought: “Visiting teaching is an expression of (our) discipleship and a significant way to honor (our) covenants… True ministry is measured more by the depth of our charity than by the perfection of our statistics… We are trying to concentrate on caring for our sisters… I hope (you) will participate in miracles as we help visiting teaching become a pattern of discipleship that the Lord will recognize when he comes again”. Julie B. Beck- General Relief Society Meeting September 2011

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Stonewood 5^th Ward Relief Society

September11^th, 2011

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“Yea, come unto Christ and be perfected in Him…”
-Moroni 10:32

“Learn of me, and listen to my words: walk in the meekness of my Spirit, and you shall have peace in me.”
-Doctrine and Covenants 19:23
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Lesson Schedule

September 11^th- Lesson 40 & 41, “Temple Work & Family History”, taught by Sue Leber

September 18^th- Lesson 42, “The Gathering of the House of Israel”, taught by Lori Perez.

September 25^th- Ward Conference, Stake Relief Society Presidency Message.

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Announcements

Lunch Bunch: The Lunch Bunch will meet Sept. 13 at Noni International for lunch at 12 noon. If we arrive early 11:30 we can enjoy the waterfall and wander through the garden, and/or eat lunch inside or at the pavilion. Directions: Go East on Center Street, down the hill and turn left at the light to 4th bldg. on the left at 3 flags on poles NONI #5l5lInside follow delicious smell of food by Mollie. RSVP. 801-221-7720 Bonnie Williams for a ride.

Night Relief Society: Wednesday September 14^th at 6:30 we will be having a Savvy Shopper class and clothing swap at the church.

Relief Society Temple Trip: Thursday September 15^th. We will meet in the church parking lot at 6:30 PM.

Singles Fireside: Fireside for all singles September 18^th, 7:00 pm, at the church.

General Relief Society Meeting: Saturday September 24^th, 6:00 pm at the Conference Center.

Karisa Winkle had a healthy baby girl born September 7^th, 7.15 lbs & 21 inches!

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September Emergency Preparedness

Emergency Essentials sale item this month

· 3 Day Emergency Kits 49.99 (reg. 86.82)

· 161 Piece First Aid Kit 16.99 (reg.23.66)

· Auto Buddy Emergency Light and Tool 9.99

· High Uinta Gear Trail Hiker Pack 23.99 (reg 39.99)

· The Charger Flashlight and Mobile Phone Charger 8.99 (reg 25.00)

· Warmth Emergency Kit 8.99 (reg 14.92)

· AQUAMIRA Chlorine Dioxide Water Treatment 13.99

· 5 Gallon Water Jug 6.29 or 8.49

· 100 Gallon Kit 99.99 (reg 168.00)

· Life Guard Bacteria Filter 22.99

· Katadyn Gravidyn Drip Filter 199.99 (reg 219.95)

· ASAP Silver Solution 12.99 (reg 25.00)

September Visiting Teaching

Strengthening Families by Increasing Spirituality

Julie B. Beck, Relief Society general president, said: “There has grown in me an overwhelming testimony of the value of daughters of God. … I have felt that there has never been a greater need for increased faith and personal righteousness. There has never been a greater need for strong families and homes.”

Sisters can help create strong homes and families as they act on personal revelation. “The ability to qualify for, receive, and act on personal revelation is the single most important skill that can be acquired in this life,” Sister Beck continued. “Qualifying for the Lord’s Spirit begins with a desire for that Spirit and implies a certain degree of worthiness. Keeping the commandments, repenting, and renewing covenants made at baptism lead to the blessing of always having the Lord’s Spirit with us. Making and keeping temple covenants also adds spiritual strength and power to a woman’s life. Many answers to difficult questions are found by reading the scriptures because the scriptures are an aid to revelation. … Daily prayer is essential to having the Lord’s Spirit with us.”1

We also strengthen our family members spiritually as we help them understand Heavenly Father’s eternal plan. “What can we do to better prepare our children spiritually for their eternal roles?” asked ElderM. Russell Ballard of the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles. “Perhaps the most inclusive answer is: Teach them how to live the principles of the gospel.” This teaching comes through daily prayer, scripture study, and family mealtimes as well as weekly family home evening and Church attendance. Elder Ballard explains: “We prepare each day, right now, for eternal life. If we are not preparing for eternal life, we are preparing for something less, perhaps something far less.”2

Stonewood 5^th Ward Relief Society

August 28^th, 2011

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“Yea, come unto Christ and be perfected in Him…”
-Moroni 10:32

“Learn of me, and listen to my words: walk in the meekness of my Spirit, and you shall have peace in me.”
-Doctrine and Covenants 19:23
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Lesson Schedule

August 24^th – Teachings of Our Times, “Testimony” by Cecil O. Samuelson, taught by Helen Dixon

September 4^th – Presidency Message taught by LoRene Hernandez

September 11^th- Lesson 41, “Temple Work & Family History”, taught by Sue Leber

September 18^th- Lesson 42, “The Gathering of the House of Israel”, taught by Lori Perez.

September 25^th- Ward Conference, Stake Relief Society Presidency Message.

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Announcements

Lunch Bunch: Make a plan to join the Relief Society sisters with the Lunch Bunch on September 13, at 11:30. Watch for more information next week or call Bonnie Williams, 801-221-7720

Night Relief Society: September Wednesday 14^th, More information TBA.

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Stonewood 5^th Ward Relief Society

August 14^th, 2011

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“Yea, come unto Christ and be perfected in Him…”
-Moroni 10:32

“Learn of me, and listen to my words: walk in the meekness of my Spirit, and you shall have peace in me.”
-Doctrine and Covenants 19:23
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Lesson Schedule

August 14^th –Lesson 38, “Eternal Marriage”, taught by Karen Hoag

August 21^st – Lesson 39,”The Law Of Chastity”, taught by Joanne Arroyo

August 24^th – Teachings of Our Times, “Testimony” by Cecil O. Samuelson, taught by Helen Dixon

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Announcements

Relief Society Temple Trip: Aug. 20th Meet at the church @ 6:00 am. Please be on timeJ

Lunch Bunch: Potluck picnic lunch August 16^th, 12 pm at the Orchard Creek Pavilion. Everyone is invited especially those who have birthdays in the month of August. The weather should be great for socializing. Children and babies should enjoy (with sandwiches). Look for a sign-up sheet for potluck item or just bring something to share or call Bonnie Williams 801-221-7720.

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August Emergency Preparedness

Sales items at Emergency Essentials Store

· 9 MRE’s 32.99$ (reg. 48.90)

· Auto Emergency Kits 18.99$ (reg. 23.85)

· Auto Tool Kit 15.99$ (reg. 22.2.)

· Extra Large Backpack 11.99$ (reg. 19.95)

· 397 Piece First Aid Kit 32.99$ (reg. 50.00)

· Burn Relief Pain Gel 3.99$

· Goal Zero Nomad Guide Combo 119.99$ (reg. 171.96)

· High Uinta Gear Endurance Headlamp 3.99$ (reg. 12.99)

· Reinforced Blue Poly Tarps 2.99, 4.49, or 19.99$

· Slumberjack Trial Tent 59.99$

· High Uinta Gear 13-function Knife 2.49$ (reg. 6.95)

· Ready Bath (cleansing wipes) 1.49$

· SmileSaver Toothbrush .39

· Bung & Gas Wrench 5.99$ (reg. 9.95)

· Drinking Water Safe Hose 12.99 or 20.99$

· Life Guard Bacteria Filter 22.99$

· HydroPack Bucket 189.99$ (reg. 359.10)

August Visiting Teaching Message

A Society of Holy Women

Eliza R. Snow, second Relief Society general president, taught: “Paul the Apostle anciently spoke of holy women. It is the duty of each one of us to be a holy woman. We shall have elevated aims, if we are holy women. We shall feel that we are called to perform important duties. No one is exempt from them. There is no sister so isolated, and her sphere so narrow but what she can do a great deal towards establishing the Kingdom of God upon the earth.”1

Sisters, we are not isolated nor is our sphere narrow. By accepting the gift of activity in Relief Society, we become part of what the Prophet Joseph described as a society “separate from all the evils of the world—choice, virtuous, and holy.”2

This society helps us strengthen our faith and grow spiritually by giving us leadership, service, and teaching opportunities. In our service a new dimension is added to our lives. We progress spiritually, and our sense of belonging, identity, and self-worth increases. We realize that the whole intent of the gospel plan is to provide an opportunity for us to reach our fullest potential.

Relief Society helps prepare us to receive the blessings of the temple, to honor the covenants we make, and to be engaged in the cause of Zion. Relief Society helps us increase our faith and personal righteousness, strengthen families, and seek out and help those in need.

The work of Relief Society is holy, and doing holy work creates holiness in us.

Silvia H. Allred, first counselor in the Relief Society general presidency.

Stonewood 5^th Ward Relief Society

July 24^th, 2011

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“Yea, come unto Christ and be perfected in Him…”
-Moroni 10:32

“Learn of me, and listen to my words: walk in the meekness of my Spirit, and you shall have peace in me.”
-Doctrine and Covenants 19:23
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Lesson Schedule

July 24^th: Teachings Of Our Times, “The Spirit Of Revelation” by Elder Bednar, taught by Yvonne Glenn

July 31^st: Relief Society/Priesthood combined

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Announcements

Night Relief Society Activity: Come join us for some summertime fun!

Where: 2^ND West Chapel Pavilion.

When : July 27^th at 7:00 pm ( for those of you who are canning we will start at 6:30)

What : A delicious BBQ and 2 classes: Gardening and Skin Care.

Book Club for August: Wednesday August 3^rd,7 pm at Suzi Templeman's home; 63 E. 530 S (In Rosecrest). Reviewer is Emily Perl.

Book is "The Bronze Bow" by Elizabeth George Speare

This is a Junior Fiction book with 254 pages so there is still time to read it.

Single Adult Fireside: July 31^st at 7: 30 at the Stake Center, Bishop Handy will be speaking.

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July Visiting Teaching Message:

Come to the Temple and Claim Your Blessings

Sisters, we are most blessed. The Savior stands at the head of this Church. We are led by living prophets. We have the holy scriptures. And we have many holy temples throughout the world where we can obtain the ordinances necessary to help us return to our Heavenly Father.

We go first to the temple for ourselves. “The primary purpose of the temple,” explained Elder Robert D. Hales of the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles, “is to provide the ordinances necessary for our exaltation in the celestial kingdom. Temple ordinances guide us to our Savior and give us the blessings that come to us through the Atonement of Jesus Christ. Temples are the greatest university of learning known to man, giving us knowledge and wisdom about the Creation of the world. Endowment instructions give guidance as to how we should conduct our lives here in mortality. … The ordinance consists of a series of instructions on how we should live and covenants we make to live righteously by following our Savior.” 1

But our temple service does not end there. President Boyd K. Packer, President of the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles, taught: “Acting as proxy for someone who has gone beyond the veil, you will have reviewed before you the covenants that you have made. You will have reinforced in your mind the great spiritual blessings that are associated with the house of the Lord. … In the covenants and ordinances center the blessings that you may claim in the holy temple.” 2

Come to the temple and then come again. Making and keeping temple covenants will keep us on course to the greatest of all blessings—eternal life.

Barbara Thompson, second counselor in the Relief Society general presidency.

Stonewood 5^th Ward Relief Society

July 10^th, 2011

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“Yea, come unto Christ and be perfected in Him…”
-Moroni 10:32

“Learn of me, and listen to my words: walk in the meekness of my Spirit, and you shall have peace in me.”
-Doctrine and Covenants 19:23
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Lesson Schedule

July 10^th: Lesson 36, “The Family Can Be Eternal”, taught by Sue Leber

July 17: Lesson 37, “Family Responsibilities”, taught by Lori Perez

July 24^th: Teachings Of Our Times, “The Spirit Of Revelation” by Elder Bednar, taught by Yvonne Glenn

July 31^st: Relief Society/Priesthood combined

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Announcements

Night Relief Society Activity: Come join us for some summertime fun on July 27^th at 7:00 pm for a delicious BBQ, fun classes, and canning!

Summer has finally come to our neighborhood. The LUNCH BUNCH will meet at the Orchard Creek pavilion for a planned pot luck lunch. It will be July 19th at 12 NOON. Schedule your life, make a plan sign up at Relief Society, for all sisters. Come and enjoy our beautiful out of doors luncheon.Call Bonnie Williams, 801-221-7720 for a ride, or just come.

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Stonewood 5^th Ward Relief Society

June 5th, 2011

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“Yea, come unto Christ and be perfected in Him…”
-Moroni 10:32

“Learn of me, and listen to my words: walk in the meekness of my Spirit, and you shall have peace in me.”
-Doctrine and Covenants 19:23
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Lesson Schedule
June 5^th: Presidency Message taught by Louise Lyman

June 12^th: Lesson 34 “Developing Our Talents”, taught by Karen Hoag

June 19^th: Lesson 35 “Obedience”, taught by Joanne Arroyo

June 26: Teachings Of Our Times- “As many as I love I rebuke and chasten” D. Todd Christofferson.

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Announcements

Relief Society Night Activity: During the month of June our focus of Emergency preparedness will be first aid. Please join us on June 8^th at 6:30 pm in the Cultural Hall to make first aid kits for storing in your vehicles. Bring your 72 hour kits and receive help in improving and adding to them (prize for the best kit!). We will also be sampling tasty meals using food storage, come and enjoy!

Lunch Bunch: The Lunch Bunch will meet on June 14th at 11:30am at Tahitian NONI. We will be able to visit the Morinda Gardens before lunch as well as after. The roses should be blooming and this should be a beautiful experience. Lunch is served by Mollie. The address is333 West River Park Drive, Provo. Drive East on Center Street down the hill to 1st Red light and turn left to large grey bldg with flags in front. Call Bonnie Williams for a ride 942-1832.

Yoga: Will be at the stake center the 1^st and 3^rd Thursdays of every month.

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Emergency Essentials items on sale this month:

*EMT Shears 1.99

*Emergency Whistle .59

*Lightsticks .99 (reg. 1.25)

*Tube Tent 3.49 (reg. 6.95)

*Brunton Portable Stove 65.99 (reg.122.45)

*Sting Relief Wipes 1.29

(You can also check Ridleys and Maceys grocery stores for on sale food storage items)

Fuel Efficient Stoves-

· Wood-Gas stove $ 65.00

· Homemade Rocket Stove $40.00

If you would like more info please contact Grant at 801-999-0709

This deal is only available until June 15^th.