Friday, December 30, 2016
Monday, December 19, 2016
Sunday Lesson, Dec 18th
Following the Example of Jesus Christ
Our lesson in Relief Society today was on following the perfect example of our Savior, Jesus Christ. In President Hunter’s very first statement as President of the Church he invited members to give more attention to the example of Jesus Christ and to try to emulate His love, hope, and compassion. He said, “I pray that we might treat each other with more kindness, more courtesy, more humility and patience and forgiveness…” he continued that this is the way to encourage those around us to be better rather than being critical of each other.
Jesus Christ set the perfect example in every area of His life. The amazing thing we need to remember, though, is that He was capable of sinning and chose to remain true. “Had there been no possibility of his yielding to the enticement of Satan, there would have been no real test, no genuine victory in the result…he would have been stripped of his very agency.” This makes His perfect example even more meaningful!
Jesus’ example of interacting with others is powerful. When the woman with the issue of blood touched Him, He recognized her humility and faith. He stopped and sought her out and helped her know that her faith had made her whole. Similarly with the widow who cast in two mites to the treasury, Jesus recognized her faith and giving heart and taught, “she of her want did cast in all that she had…”. He recognized the good in others and helped others see it as well. President Hunter reminds us that Jesus’ life was focused on “reaching out in service to others.”
Jesus taught, “What manner of men ought ye to be? Even as I am” (3 Ne 27:27). No other man can make such a claim. From Him we learn to be patient and loving, no matter what; no matter what the people in our lives are choosing to do. President Hunter taught, “His sufferings on behalf of our sins, shortcomings, sorrows, and sickness should motivate us to similarly reach out in charity and compassion to those around us”.
Since we are blessed with a testimony of Jesus Christ, we must be committed to following His example and living His Gospel. We need to make sure we are making room for Him in our lives. President Hunter explains how to do this, “All that we do and say should be patterned after the example of the one sinless person to walk the earth, even the Lord Jesus Christ.”
Our lesson in Relief Society today was on following the perfect example of our Savior, Jesus Christ. In President Hunter’s very first statement as President of the Church he invited members to give more attention to the example of Jesus Christ and to try to emulate His love, hope, and compassion. He said, “I pray that we might treat each other with more kindness, more courtesy, more humility and patience and forgiveness…” he continued that this is the way to encourage those around us to be better rather than being critical of each other.
Jesus Christ set the perfect example in every area of His life. The amazing thing we need to remember, though, is that He was capable of sinning and chose to remain true. “Had there been no possibility of his yielding to the enticement of Satan, there would have been no real test, no genuine victory in the result…he would have been stripped of his very agency.” This makes His perfect example even more meaningful!
Jesus’ example of interacting with others is powerful. When the woman with the issue of blood touched Him, He recognized her humility and faith. He stopped and sought her out and helped her know that her faith had made her whole. Similarly with the widow who cast in two mites to the treasury, Jesus recognized her faith and giving heart and taught, “she of her want did cast in all that she had…”. He recognized the good in others and helped others see it as well. President Hunter reminds us that Jesus’ life was focused on “reaching out in service to others.”
Jesus taught, “What manner of men ought ye to be? Even as I am” (3 Ne 27:27). No other man can make such a claim. From Him we learn to be patient and loving, no matter what; no matter what the people in our lives are choosing to do. President Hunter taught, “His sufferings on behalf of our sins, shortcomings, sorrows, and sickness should motivate us to similarly reach out in charity and compassion to those around us”.
Since we are blessed with a testimony of Jesus Christ, we must be committed to following His example and living His Gospel. We need to make sure we are making room for Him in our lives. President Hunter explains how to do this, “All that we do and say should be patterned after the example of the one sinless person to walk the earth, even the Lord Jesus Christ.”
Monday, December 12, 2016
Life is Good
We are so blessed with all that our Heavenly Father gives us! His love for us is incomprehensible. This time of year can be especially wonderful if we think of Him and our Savior Jesus Christ often. Take time to look around you and see all the blessings, the little and the big ones. Show mercy and love to those around you as he does for you. There is a plan for you and everyone of His children. When you see others try to see them through His eyes. Remember that He is always there, you are never alone. You are loved!
Friday, December 9, 2016
THANK YOU!!
A HUGE THANK YOU TO THE RELIEF SOCIETY MEETING COMMITTEE FOR A WONDERFUL CHRISTMAS DINNER!! ALSO, THANK YOU TO ALL WHO CAME AND PARTICIPATED! YOU ARE ALL WONDERFUL!
Wednesday, December 7, 2016
Relief Society Christmas Dinner
We hope you will join us for our
HE IS THE GIFT
THURSDAY, DECEMBER 8th AT 6:30 PM
QUAIL BUILDING
Please bring non-perishable food item(s) to
be donated to the Arvada Food Bank.
Pick up a friend on your way. See you there!
be donated to the Arvada Food Bank.
Pick up a friend on your way. See you there!
Monday, December 5, 2016
Sunday Lesson, Dec 4th
This week we discussed lesson #23 out of our manual. President
Hunter knew that the service
itself was important, not whether he received recognition. He understood
that every act of service is important in God’s eye, no matter how unheralded
or inconspicuous.
We started by reading Alma 48:17. Captain Moroni is given a great compliment. He was famous, powerful, and a remarkable man. He received much praise for his good deeds. Then in verse 19 we learn that even though Helaman and his brethren we not in the spotlight as much as Moroni, they were "no less serviceable". In other words Helaman was just as helpful and useful as Moroni.
Not all of us are going to be like Moroni, catching the
acclaim of our colleagues all day every day. Most of us will be quiet,
relatively unknown folks who come and go and do our work without fanfare. To
those of you who may find that {thought} lonely or frightening or just unspectacular,
I say, you are “no less serviceable” than the most spectacular of your
associates. You, too, are part of God’s army.
President Hunter also warns us that there can be a spiritual danger to those who misunderstand
the singularity of always being in the spotlight. They may come to covet the
notoriety and forget the significance of the service being done. It is nice to
be recognized and to be told that we are doing good, but we need to be careful.
A good gauge on the reason for our
service is to ask ourselves, Why do I
serve? The poem below can help us learn and know why we should serve no matter how seemingly small it may be.
“Father, where shall I work today?”
And my love flowed warm and free.
Then He pointed out a tiny spot
And said, “Tend that for me.”
I answered quickly, “Oh no; not that!
Why, no one would ever see,
No matter how well my work was done;
Not that little place for me.”
And the word He spoke, it was not stern;
He answered me tenderly:
“Ah, little one, search that heart of thine.
Art thou working for them or for me?
Nazareth was a little place,
And so was Galilee.”
When we understand why, we won’t be concerned about where we
serve.
We can feel joy in our service when we remember this scripture; Matthew 25:40 And the King shall
answer and say unto them, Verily I say unto you, Inasmuch as ye have done it unto one of the least of these my brethren, ye have done it unto
me.
Here is an idea to help as we try to find those who need us in some way. Think of a railroad crossing... STOP – LOOK – LISTEN
-
Stop as we
rush through life.
-
Look for
all the friendly, thoughtful, courteous things we can do and all the little
human needs we can fill.
-
Listen to
others and learn of their hopes and problems so that we will be able to
contribute in little ways to their success and happiness.
Serve and
grow, faithfully and quietly.
Jesus teaches us this in Matthew Chapter 6 during His Sermon on the Mount:
That thine alms may be in
secret; and thy Father which seeth in secret himself shall reward thee openly.
When we serve quietly we are following in our Saviors footsteps, we are serving Him, our Father sees what we do and blesses us abundantly. How wonderful is that?!
* Refer back to #LIGHTTHEWORLD video as well as In 25 Ways. Over 25 Days.
Sunday, December 4, 2016
2016 First Presidency Christmas Devotional
It is always a pleasure hearing from the First Presidency. We hope you will be able to watch the devotional this year. It is on Sunday, Dec 4th at 6pm MST. You can watch it live on LDS.org or the Mormon Channel. Happy Sunday to all! #HisDay
Friday, December 2, 2016
WARD CHRISTMAS PARTY
SATURDAY,
DECEMBER 3rd 5:45 PM AT THE ALKIRE BUILDING
(5:00
Santa Arrives with Dinner starting at 5:45)
RS MEETING: CHRISTMAS DINNER
“He is the GIFT”
THURSDAY, DECEMBER 8TH AT 6:30 PM
We have a special evening planned to help enjoy the
spirit of the season. Dinner and dessert will all be provided, just come and
enjoy wonderful food and program. Call a friend to come with you, all are
welcome.
We look forward to seeing all of you there!
STAKE
CONFERENCE
SATURDAY,
DECEMBER 10TH ADULT SESSION AT 7:00 PM
SUNDAY, DECEMBER 11TH AT 10:00 AM
LUNCH
BUNCH
TUESDAY,
DECEMBER 13TH AT 11:00 AM at Tam’s.
WARD TEMPLE DAY
WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 21st
BOOK
CLUB
WEDNESDAY,
JANUARTY 4TH AT 7:00 PM at Marty’s home.
We will be discussing “Cutting for Stone”by Abraham
Verghese.
Come even if you haven’t read it.
Thursday, December 1, 2016
25 Ways over 25 Days
We recently posted the newest video initiative that the church has put out for the 2016 Christmas season. You can watch it again or for the first time here. Along with the video they have made serving in the Savior's way even easier by giving a prompt for each day. These ideas and suggestions are the perfect way to spend the days leading up to Christmas, the day we celebrate his birth. Let us become closer to him by serving as he did. Click this link below to see how you can follow our Savior.
Follow Our Savior Jesus Christ. In 25 Ways. Over 25 Days.
December Newsletter
Presidency Message by Karen Schmidt
What is the reason for the joy, peace, and merriment of Christmas? For me it goes far beyond the parties and gift giving. I think a large part is the reminders all around us of God’s love and His gift to us in the giving of His Son to the world. President Monson said in a First Presidency Christmas Devotional in December 2011, “Because He came to earth, we have a perfect example to follow. As we strive to become more like Him, we will have joy and happiness in our lives and peace each day of the year. It is His example, which if followed, stirs within us more kindness and love, more respect and concern for others.”
In this busy time of the year we can forget to pause and think of the true meaning of Christmas. When we see the lights, let us take a moment to ponder the Light of the World. When we hear the Christmas hymns, let us take time to ponder that holy night when Jesus was born. When we ponder on the gift of love that was given to the world in the birth of Jesus Christ, it becomes easier to remember and receive God’s love into our lives and then to give love more abundantly to others.
President Monson said at the First Presidency Christmas Devotional in 2013, “It is my hope and prayer that we may not become so caught up in the pressures of the season that we place our emphasis on the wrong things and miss the simple joys of commemorating the birth of the Holy One of Bethlehem.”
Remembering Christ is what makes Christmas so special and makes it the most wonderful time of the year. I hope each of us will take time often during this season to ponder on the birth, ministry, and atonement of Jesus Christ that we might invite the Spirit to fill our hearts with warmth and peace.
Birthdays
8 Melissa Brown
8 Melanie Gappmayer
13 Rebecca Johnson
14 Mindy Cornelsen
14 Terry Maupin
15 Traci Goodwin
16 Loretta Wagner
17 Sue Schilling
19 Jessica Humrich
31 Stephanie Hendrickson
Lesson Schedule – (Howard W Hunter)
Dec 4 Presidency message by Jan Welling
Dec 11 Stake Conference
Dec 18 #24 “Following the Example of Jesus Christ”
Upcoming Events
Dec 3 Ward Christmas Party 5:45 dinner
Dec 4 First Presidency Christmas Devotional
Dec 8 Relief Society Meeting 6:30 pm
Dec 10 & 11 Stake Conference
Dec 21 Ward Temple Day
Dec 25 Christmas
Other Opportunities
Dec 1 Book Group 7 pm at Kendra’s “And the Mountains Echoed” by Khaled Hosseini
Dec 13 Lunch Bunch at 11:30 at Tam’s (6375 Simms)
Wednesdays 9 am Playgroup
Saturdays 8 am basketball Stake Center
Mon & Wed 9 am Aerobics
What is the reason for the joy, peace, and merriment of Christmas? For me it goes far beyond the parties and gift giving. I think a large part is the reminders all around us of God’s love and His gift to us in the giving of His Son to the world. President Monson said in a First Presidency Christmas Devotional in December 2011, “Because He came to earth, we have a perfect example to follow. As we strive to become more like Him, we will have joy and happiness in our lives and peace each day of the year. It is His example, which if followed, stirs within us more kindness and love, more respect and concern for others.”
In this busy time of the year we can forget to pause and think of the true meaning of Christmas. When we see the lights, let us take a moment to ponder the Light of the World. When we hear the Christmas hymns, let us take time to ponder that holy night when Jesus was born. When we ponder on the gift of love that was given to the world in the birth of Jesus Christ, it becomes easier to remember and receive God’s love into our lives and then to give love more abundantly to others.
President Monson said at the First Presidency Christmas Devotional in 2013, “It is my hope and prayer that we may not become so caught up in the pressures of the season that we place our emphasis on the wrong things and miss the simple joys of commemorating the birth of the Holy One of Bethlehem.”
Remembering Christ is what makes Christmas so special and makes it the most wonderful time of the year. I hope each of us will take time often during this season to ponder on the birth, ministry, and atonement of Jesus Christ that we might invite the Spirit to fill our hearts with warmth and peace.
Birthdays
8 Melissa Brown
8 Melanie Gappmayer
13 Rebecca Johnson
14 Mindy Cornelsen
14 Terry Maupin
15 Traci Goodwin
16 Loretta Wagner
17 Sue Schilling
19 Jessica Humrich
31 Stephanie Hendrickson
Lesson Schedule – (Howard W Hunter)
Dec 4 Presidency message by Jan Welling
Dec 11 Stake Conference
Dec 18 #24 “Following the Example of Jesus Christ”
Upcoming Events
Dec 3 Ward Christmas Party 5:45 dinner
Dec 4 First Presidency Christmas Devotional
Dec 8 Relief Society Meeting 6:30 pm
Dec 10 & 11 Stake Conference
Dec 21 Ward Temple Day
Dec 25 Christmas
Other Opportunities
Dec 1 Book Group 7 pm at Kendra’s “And the Mountains Echoed” by Khaled Hosseini
Dec 13 Lunch Bunch at 11:30 at Tam’s (6375 Simms)
Wednesdays 9 am Playgroup
Saturdays 8 am basketball Stake Center
Mon & Wed 9 am Aerobics
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