July Newsletter

Presidency Message by Jan Welling
Have you ever looked up at the sky and caught a glimpse of sun-rays coming through the clouds? They seem to be reaching out. Every time I see them I think of Christ, reaching out. He is the light in our lives and is there for us in every circumstance. Even during our personally cloudy days he is reaching out to give us light and help. We can have His light within us. This happens by the way we live the gospel, by being true followers of Christ. When we have the light of Christ in us our lives are more meaningful and fulfilling. We have a sense of purpose. We are able to be a light to others.
President Monson said, “Life is perfect for none of us, and at times the challenges and difficulties we face may become overwhelming, causing our light to dim. However, with help from our Heavenly Father, coupled with support from others, we can regain that light which will illuminate our own path once again and provide the light others may need.

“To each of you, I say that you are a son or daughter of our Heavenly Father. You have come from His presence to live on this earth for a season, to reflect the Savior’s love and teachings, and to bravely let your light shine for all to see. When that season on earth has ended, if you have done your part, yours will be the glorious blessing of returning to live with Him forever.
“How reassuring are the Savior’s words: “I am the light of the world: he that followeth me shall not walk in darkness, but shall have the light of life.” Of Him I testify. He is our Savior and Redeemer, our Advocate with the Father. He is our Exemplar and our strength. He is “the light which shineth in darkness.” That each of us within the sound of my voice may pledge to follow Him, thus becoming a shining light to the world, is my prayer in His holy name, even Jesus Christ the Lord, amen.”

I am grateful for the Plan of Salvation. Grateful to know my purpose on earth. I love my Father in Heaven and Jesus Christ and feel of their love for me. Life is good – let us live to have the light of Christ so we can help bless the lives of others.

Birthdays
1 Lisa Lara
5 Brandy Gaule
7 Tyfani Krings
12 Mary Lou Mooring
16 Audrey Farnsworth
18 Alice Dewitt
20 Apollo Garcia
21 Joree Hoycott
25 Victoria Peters
29 Leslie Nelson
31 Michele Azar

Lesson Schedule – (Howard W Hunter)
July 3 #13 “The Temple – The Great symbol of Our Membership”
July 10 Presidency message by Lisa Lara
July 17 #14 “Hastening Family History and Temple Work”
July 24 “Healing anointment of Forgiveness” by Kevin Duncan
July 31 Bishop’s Instructions

Upcoming Events
July 3-18 Temple closed
July 20 Ward Temple Day

Other Opportunities
June 12 Lunch Bunch at Popeyes
Saturdays 8 am basketball Stake Center
Mon & Wed 9 am Aerobics

Spiritual Thought
"God will take you as you are at this very moment and begin to work with you. All you need is a willing heart, a desire to believe, and trust in the Lord."
—Dieter F. Uchtdorf