As Sisters in Zion

Good, Better, Best

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Elder Dallin H. Oaks says, "We have to forego some good things in order to choose others that are better or best because they develop faith in the Lord Jesus Christ and strengthen our families."

Please contact Sister Agosto at endagosto@hotmail.com if you have ideas for the monthly meetings that would develop faith and strengthen families. Thank you.

Baby Shower for Lila and Cora Grace...

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You're Invited...

Baby Shower for Miss Cora Grace Stuteville...

Date:	Wednesday, June 23, 2010
Time:	6:30pm - 8:30pm
Location:	Candi Ford's Home

We are so excited to welcome Cora Grace into this world and into the Stuteville's life. Please come celebrate this amazing event and shower her with gifts. Since Cora came VERY prematurely :) she is in need of many things. She does not need clothes though. Diapers and wipes (sensitive) are a must. Lila is registered at Target. Lila and Cora will be so excited to see you there!

Book Club

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Book Club will be NEXT Tuesday, April 27th at 7:00 pm

Location: Rachel Arnold's House

Theme: Laura Ingalls Wilder (and family)

Refreshments: Bring a fingerfood

Door-prizes!!!

May's Book Club Theme: Newberry Medal Books

Fun at RS birthday

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We want to thank all you wonderful sisters who came out and helped celebrate the 168th Anniversary for the Relief Society. We had a wonderful time listening to Bishop Pike relate some stories of the women in his life who are important as well as remind us how important we as women are to the Church. And as always, we had some good eats and fun chatting!

Below are some photos of the evening as well as a funny video showing just one of the ways to help reduce stress (this does involve the throwing of marshmellows, and no sisters were harmed in the making of this video :)

WE MISSED ALL YOU SISTERS WHO WERE UNABLE TO ATTEND.

Reminder: Come to the Relief Society Birthday.

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When: March 23 @ 6:30 p.m.

Where: The Ward Building.

What: Celebration of the Relief Society's 168th Anniversary.

Dinner will be provided.

Sunday's Lesson...

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Hi Sisters,

This Sunday (Dec. 27th) is Teachings For Our Time...
If you'd like to print out a copy of the lesson for personal study, below is a link that takes you directly to the talk. It can also be found in the Nov. 2009 Ensign!

Dieter F. Uchtdorf, “The Love of God,” Ensign, Nov 2009, 21–24 General Conference Address

Christmas...

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Reminders!!!

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Hi Sisters :)

This is just a quick reminder that starting on January 3rd our meeting time changes to 1:00 pm!

Our RS lessons for the 2nd and 3rd weeks will be from the NEW Gospel Principles book.
You can click HERE to go to the Gospel Principles Table of Contents where you can find a link to each lesson in HTML, PDF, and MP3 Formats.

We as the RS Presidency want to wish you a safe and merry Christmas, and a prosperous New Year!

We love you all!

You're Invited!!!

2009-11-17T06:54:00.004-06:00

Good Morning Sisters!

You're Invited...

(the Spanish Branch is invited also)

to

What: Relief Society (formerly known as Enrichment)

Where: The Church-house in the gym

When: Tonight at 6:30

What are we doing???

Sis. Miller is going to do a demonstration for some Holiday Crafts and Decorations!!

There will be a door prize drawing for those who are on time....
$5 gift card for Great Harvest Bread

I was hoping to have a nursery available, however, with Stake Conference being over the weekend, I was NOT able to "secure" one.

Hope to see you there!

November Lessons

2009-11-16T07:06:00.003-06:00

Hi Sisters,

Here are the lessons for the month of November...

Sunday Nov. 8 : Teachings of the Presidents of the Church; Joseph Smith
“Chapter 44: The Restoration of All Things: The Dispensation of the Fulness of Times,” Teachings of Presidents of the Church: Joseph Smith, (2007),507–16

Sunday Nov. 22 : (Teachings for our Time)
Jeffrey R. Holland, “Safety for the Soul,” Ensign, Nov 2009, 88–90

Sunday Nov. 29th:
5th Sunday is under the direction of the Bishop

CONFERENCE CORRECTION....

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Stake Conference for BOTH sessions is in McMinnville...

The Saturday Night Adult 18+ session at 6:00pm is in the McMinnville Ward Building, and the Sunday morning Session is at 10:00 am in the Conference Center in McMinnville

Announcements for November

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Stake conference is next weekend. Adult session is Saturday the 14th at 6 pm for those members that are 18 and up. This session WILL NOT be in Murfreesboro but in the McMinnville ward building. Please no one under 18. Sunday's session is at the Conference Center in McMinnville at 10 am.
For those of you who have not signed up for the choir... DO IT! It is going to be a lot of fun. See Sister Snell for more details.
ENRICHMENT! - November 17th at 6:30 pm. Sister Miller will be presenting a holiday special, this is going to be the perfect activity to get you jazzed for the holidays.
Thanksgiving at the church. Some members are going to be celebrating Thanksgiving at the church this year and would love to have you and your family to join in the celebration! This event will be on Thanksgiving Day, for more details speak with Sister Lidell. There is also a sign up sheet being passed around.
Congratulations to Natalie Paul on her recent baptism. We cannot tell you how excited we are to have you.

Lesson Plan for September

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Here is the lesson schedule for the remainder of September:

Sunday, September 27th - Teacher's Topic

Also, remember to get your Visiting Teaching knocked out for this month!

Announcements

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1. This Saturday, the 26th, is the Relief Society General Broadcast. You will be able to view the program at our building

OR

You can come to the Stake Center for our stake's celebration. The event will start at 5:30 pm and will include entertainment, catered dinner and the broadcast.
For those of you who would like to carpool: meet at the church as close to 4:00 pm as possible so we can get there on time.

2. October 2nd is Ward Baptism Day

3. October 3-4 is General Conference

4. Mark your calenders!!!
Our ward Trunk or Treat will be Friday October 30th!
More information will follow as we draw closer

A Few Reminders Ladies!

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1. This Sunday is Ward Conference. The Stake leaders will be teaching Relief Society so the scheduled lesson will be postponed until later in the month. Come Sunday ready to be enlightened. Immediately after church there will be a SMALL potluck of finger foods. (Sandwiches, chips and dessert) Those who signed up to bring something should bring it in the kitchen so it can be ready quickly.

2. Sunday is also the Songs of the Savior- a program of music and the spoken word performed by the missionaries - it will be 7:00 pm at the Miller's house. Seating is limited, and we ask that you invite non-members, or less active members to attend. If you need the address be sure to ask a member of the RS Presidency.

3. Also, Enrichment Night is on Tuesday the 18th at 6:30 pm. We will be putting together New-Comer Packets.
There will be a door prize drawing for sisters who are there BY 6:30 pm.
New Comers will be able to take home the folders that night.

4. Last but certainly NOT least, don't forget your visiting teaching this month.

Have a great Saturday sisters!

Congratulations Jeney!

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We would like to send out a Congrats to Jeney Slusser in honor of her new baby boy August. What a blessing! The Relief Society can't wait to see your little sweetie.

Welcome!!!

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We would like to WELCOME Sister Alexandria Martinez to the Relief Society Presidency!!!
She is our new Secretary :D

We are so glad she accepted this call!! We are looking forward to getting to know you better.

Special Notes for August...

2009-07-28T09:43:00.004-05:00

Hello Sisters,

Our Stake is doing a special Fast on Aug. 2nd
The purpose of this fast is to increase and help the missionary efforts in our area as well as across the stake. We encourage all to join with this special Fast.

The following Sunday, Aug 9th, we are also encouraging you to bring a friend to church with you. We encourage you and your family to join us in sharing the gospel (good news)with others in our community.

Here are some "good reads" to encourage you and your family

Elder Henry B. Eyring - A Child and a Disciple
The Lord trusts His true disciples. He sends prepared people to His prepared servants.

Thomas S. Monson, “Sugar Beets and the Worth of a Soul,” Liahona, Jul 2009, 2–5

Also...

WARD CONFERENCE is August 16th. We will be taught and edified by our stake leaders. You won't want to miss it!!!

Lessons From July

2009-07-28T09:19:00.002-05:00

Hi again sisters!

Continuing with the catching up...
Here are the lessons that were taught during the month of July...

“Chapter 36: Receiving the Ordinances and Blessings of the Temple,” Teachings of Presidents of the Church: Joseph Smith, (2007),412–22

“Chapter 37: Charity, the Pure Love of Christ,” Teachings of Presidents of the Church: Joseph Smith, (2007),423–34

A Child and a Disciple
Elder Henry B. Eyring Of the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles
General Conference April 2003

Past Lessons...

2009-07-28T08:56:00.005-05:00

Hi Sisters!

We are catching ourselves up a bit now that summer is starting to wind down...

The following are lessons that were taught in Relief Society during the month of June.

“Chapter 34: The Power of Forgiving,” Teachings of Presidents of the Church: Joseph Smith, (2007),390–400

“Chapter 35: Redemption for the Dead,” Teachings of Presidents of the Church: Joseph Smith, (2007),401–11

Things as They Really Are
Elder David A. Bednar
Of the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles
CES Fireside for Young Adults • May 3, 2009 • Brigham Young University–Idaho

Pioneers...

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Sunday's Lesson (TFOT)

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Hi Sisters,

Here is this week's Teachings For Our Time Lesson,

Jeffrey R. Holland, “None Were with Him,” Ensign, May 2009, 86–88

Mormon Channel

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Hey Sisters!!! Check out this new thing from The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints...

Mormon Channel, a new radio service from The Church of Jesus of Christ of Latter-day Saints. Tune in right now! You can also subscribe to podcasts, download individual shows, or find out more about other ways to listen.

Announcement: The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints has launched an official 24/7 radio station, called the Mormon Channel, at http://radio.lds.org. You can listen to the station over your computer or HDRadio in certain areas. A Facebook widget and applications for several different mobile phones are coming soon. Listeners can also subscribe to podcasts of their favorite programs.

Sundays's Lesson

2009-05-13T18:05:00.002-05:00

Hi Sisters!
Thank you for all your help in making the missionary zone luncheon a success! They truly appreciated it!

Here is next Sunday's lesson...

“Chapter 33: The Spiritual Gifts of Healing, Tongues, Prophecy, and Discerning of Spirits,” Teachings of Presidents of the Church: Joseph Smith, (2007),379–89

The Missionaries Thank You...

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It was lunch time in the zone today, and we were all hungry, but thanks to Stones River Ward, we are filled with energy! We will go and serve the Lord now. We will work and teach and preach and serve. We will visit your referrals now we sure thank you Stones River Ward!!!

-- to the tune of There Is Sunshine In My Soul

Missionary Zone Luncheon

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Thank you to everybody who helped feed the missionaries! We filled their tummies well!

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Happy Mother's Day Sisters!!!

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Sunday's Lesson

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Hi Sisters!

Here is this Sunday's Lesson :)
We look forward to see you all in Relief Society Sunday!!!

“Chapter 32: Responding to Persecution with Faith and Courage,” Teachings of Presidents of the Church: Joseph Smith, (2007),369–78

Stake Conference Weekend!

2009-05-01T06:57:00.005-05:00

Hey Sisters...
just wanted to remind you that there is no lesson this week because it's Stake Conference!!!

There is a Stake Leadership meeting Saturday afternoon at 3pm in the McMinnville building, then the adult session (18+) later that night at 6pm ALSO at the McMinnville building.

Stake Conference will be broadcast at the Murfreesboro building [refer to the location at the right of the page] at 9 am. ------------------------->

We hope to see you there!
Have a great weekend everybody!

Sunday's Lesson (TFOT), and Announcements

2009-04-23T08:51:00.006-05:00

Hi Sisters,

This week's lesson is Teachings For Our Time (TFOT)

Jeffrey R. Holland, “‘Sanctify Yourselves’,” Ensign, Nov 2000, 38–40

Announcements:

Enrichment Night Temple Trip

Thursday April 23, 2009 (tonight). If you need a ride meet at the church by 6:00 pm. We will leave for the temple at 6:15 sharp...
If you don't need a ride please be at the temple in time for the 7:30 session.

Day of Service April 25, 2009

The Day of Service assignments for all units in Rutherford Co are going to change. The TN Emergency Mngt Agency has requested the church's help with the clean-up of a property in M'boro. Rutherford Co units will clean up that property instead of going to McMinnville. Brother Liddell will work with your counselors and MP leaders to get the word out with details.

Stake Conference will be held on May 2-3

The Leadership Session, which will be for all Priesthood Leaders and Relief Society Presidencies, will be held Saturday, at 3pm, at the McMinnville Ward building. The Adult Session of conference will be on Saturday, at 6pm, and also be at the McMinnville Ward building. Sunday morning's session will be a broadcast from Salt Lake shown at each ward building. The broadcast session will begin at 9am (except Blackman, which will be at noon). (As far as I know) There will be no shuttle provided for parking. Please carpool if possible.

Sunday's Lesson

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Hi Sisters,

This week's lesson is...

Chapter 31: “God Shall Be with You Forever and Ever”: The Prophet in Liberty Jail, Teachings of Presidents of the Church: Joseph Smith, (2007),358–68

Happy Easter Sisters!

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One of the great consolations of this Easter season is that because Jesus walked such a long, lonely path utterly alone, we do not have to do so.

Sunday's Lesson

2009-04-08T08:44:00.000-05:00

Hi Sisters,

This is Sunday's Lesson:

“Chapter 30: Valiant in the Cause of Christ,” Teachings of Presidents of the Church: Joseph Smith, (2007),349–57

Enrichment Night Temple Trip

2009-04-04T13:30:00.005-05:00

Hi Sisters!

For April's Enrichment Night activity we are planning a temple trip.
As of right now we are planning on attending

Thursday, April 23rd for the 7:30 PM session
we also plan on getting a "sweet treat" on the way home.

Does this time work for you?
(in other words...will you attend...we need a count for traveling arrangements)

Also, you will need to arrange for your own sitter.
(Remember the Young Women are trying to save money for girls camp!!!)

"To you who are able to attend the temple, I would counsel you to go often. Doing so will help to strengthen marriages and families." -- President Thomas S. Monson

The Nashville Temple Schedule
(Sessions)

Tues./Thurs./Fri. 6:00 or 7:30 pm

Wed./Fri. 10:00 or 11:30 am

Sat. 8:00 and 10:00 am, or 12:00 and 2:00 pm

If you would like to attend but cannot make it to this session let us know what session
(day and time) would work best for you.

We will see what we can do about arranging a second group if needed, for the most popular day/time requested.

"Where could we find a better blueprint for you and for me as we build the temple which we occupy [than Doctrine and Covenants 88:119]? ...The same elements the Lord set forth for the blueprint of the Kirtland Temple are essential to us int eh blueprint for the foundation of our lives. ...This, then, is our building project. We are master builders of eternal houses, even 'temples of God.'" -- President Thomas S. Monson

General Conference Broadcast!!

2009-04-02T10:29:00.002-05:00

Hi Sisters,

This is just a reminder that

GENERAL CONFERENCE is SATURDAY and SUNDAY
11:00 am - 1:00 pm (Centeral)
3:00 - 5:00 pm (Centeral)

Priesthood Session 7:00- 9:00 pm (Saturday)

All sessions will be broadcast at the church building.

Mormon Messages: The Blessings of the Temple

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The teachings of the temple are beautifully simple, and simply beautiful.

Sunday's Lesson (TFOT)

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Ezra Taft Benson, “Beware of Pride,” Ensign, May 1989, 4

Enrichment Night TONIGHT!!!

2009-03-17T10:04:00.004-05:00

Hello Sisters!!!

Just a reminder for you that Enrichment Night is TONIGHT at 6:30 pm. We are celebrating the Relief Society's 167th Birthday.

To celebrate, we have put together a simple devotional. Following the devotional, we have planned for socializing over a nice dinner. Please come and get to know the sisters in other auxiliaries.

The Devotional will take place in the chapel so please come in Sunday dress.

Dieter F. Uchtdorf - CREATE

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Mormon Messages: Why Mormons Build Temples

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This Week's Lesson

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“Chapter 29: Living with Others in Peace and Harmony,” Teachings of Presidents of the Church: Joseph Smith, (2007),339–48

Lesson This Sunday

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“Chapter 28: Missionary Service: A Holy Calling, a Glorious Work,” Teachings of Presidents of the Church: Joseph Smith, (2007),327–38

Sunday's Lesson (TFOT)

2009-02-19T14:55:00.003-06:00

Hi Sisters,

Here is this week's lesson...

TFOT
Boyd K. Packer, “The Test,” Ensign, Nov 2008, 88–91

Enrichment Night Make-Over Maddness!!!

2009-02-19T10:07:00.009-06:00

We had a wonderful time at Enrichment Night last night. It was an AWESOME turn out! Thanks for coming!

We learned the basics of a child (girl) haircut...

Thank you to our Activity Days girls who attended AND helped out in the demonstrations!!!

We watched Sis. Lamb give Sis. Franklin a new look...pretty shnazzy!!

Sister Lyttle was chosen as one of the make-over "victims" Here is her after shot...
We'll get her before shot from Sister Stuteville and post it here on the blog too...

We also were able to see Sister R. Kailiaponi's make over results. We'll get her before and after pictures posted here once we get them from Sister Stuteville also ;)

We learned a lot! We had a lot of fun!
Thanks again to everybody who came. And thank you to those who brought the refreshments!!! They were quite tasty!

Sunday's Lesson

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Hi Sisters!

This Sunday's lesson is...

“Chapter 27: Beware the Bitter Fruits of Apostasy,” Teachings of Presidents of the Church: Joseph Smith, (2007),315–26

If you click on the title of the lesson, it will take you right to the lesson on LDS.org. From there, you can sit and read it or click on the option to listen to it. Just thought you'd like to know that! ;)

Also...
Enrichment night is NEXT Wednesday @ 6:30pm!!!
Diane Lamb and Lila's Makeover and How to advise.
Activity Days Girls are invited to attend!

Have a great week everybody! We'll see you all on Sunday!

This Sunday's Lesson

2009-02-04T09:33:00.002-06:00

Hi Sisters!

Thank you so much for attending last Sunday's special meeting about Visiting Teaching.
Thank you also Sis. Logan for doing such a nice job teaching it!

This week's lesson is from the Joseph Smith Manual...

“Chapter 26: Elijah and the Restoration of the Sealing Keys,” Teachings of Presidents of the Church: Joseph Smith, (2007),306–14

Also, don't forget to mark your calendars for
WEDNESDAY February 18th @ 6:30 pm!!!
Enrichment Night

We look forward to seeing you there!!!

Special Sunday Lesson!!!

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Dear Sisters,

This post is to remind you that ALL sisters in ALL auxiliaries are to attend the Relief Society Lesson THIS Sunday!!!
The brethren will teach or cover for sisters during this special meeting.

We look forward to seeing you there!

Love,
The Relief Society Presidency

Sunday's Lesson (TFOT)

2009-01-22T09:22:00.002-06:00

Hi Sisters,

Here is this Sunday's lesson...

Teachings For Our Times (TFOT)

Henry B. Eyring, “Our Hearts Knit as One,” Ensign, Nov 2008, 68–71

Enrichment Night Ideas Anyone?!?

2009-01-15T14:52:00.004-06:00

Hi again Sisters!

We are trying to get some ideas for future Enrichment Night Activities.

If you have an idea, or something you want to learn about leave a comment!!!
All ideas will be discussed :)

If there is something you enjoy doing, and would like to share it with the Relief Society Sisters during an Enrichment Night Activity, also let us know!

Leave a comment OR if you would prefer, send an email Subject titled ENRICHMENT IDEAS to the Relief Society Presidency at the following address:

SR1W.Relief.Society@gmail.com

Some suggestions we've heard are (but not limited to...)

Make Over Night (haircut and/or makeup etc.)
Learning Line Dancing or other Dancing
Quilting, Crocheting, Knitting, Sewing
Scrap booking, Card Making How Tos

Please leave your input as to what you would like to see or do. This is important to make Enrichment Night successful.

Thank you for your help and support!
The RS Presidency
and Enrichment Board ;)

This Week's Lesson and a Reminder

2009-01-15T14:41:00.006-06:00

Hi Sisters!

The lesson in Relief Society this week will be:

Chapter 25: Truths from the Savior’s Parables in Matthew 13, Teachings of Presidents of the Church: Joseph Smith, (2007),292–305

Also, HERE is a link that will take you to the January Visiting Teaching Message.

***REMINDER!!!***

If you've signed up to feed the missionaries, please use this link to check the calendar on the ward website. You may also sign up to feed the missionaries NOW on that same calendar!!!

Have a great week and we'll see you all on Sunday!

This Week's Lesson

2009-01-07T15:08:00.001-06:00

Hi Sisters!

This weeks lesson is

Chapter 23: “How Good and How Pleasant It Is … to Dwell Together in Unity”, Teachings of Presidents of the Church: Joseph Smith, (2007),271–80

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New Year's Celebration Web Site

A new youth-oriented Web site, www.ABrandNewYear.lds.org, will be 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.

Reminder of Events!!!

2008-12-30T11:40:00.002-06:00

Hi Sisters,

Here is a reminder of the Ward's New Year's Eve Party!

8:00 pm -1:00 am

Games, Food, Fun!

Also, a reminder that starting Sunday January 4th, our meetings will be changed to the 9:00 am hour.

The Relief Society Presidency wants to wish you all a Safe and Happy New Year.
May your 2009 be Divine!

Sunday's Lesson

2008-12-24T11:37:00.003-06:00

This week's lesson is TFOT (Teachings For Our Time)

Dieter F. Uchtdorf, “Lift Where You Stand,” Ensign, Nov 2008, 53–56

Merry Christmas Sisters :)

Sunday's Lesson

2008-12-20T09:44:00.002-06:00

Hi Sisters!

Here is this week's lesson:

Chapter 23: “How Good and How Pleasant It Is … to Dwell Together in Unity”, Teachings of Presidents of the Church: Joseph Smith, (2007),271–80

I encourage you to follow the link and listen to the lesson.

Announcements...

2008-12-13T09:31:00.005-06:00

Don't forget
Enrichment Night
***
Tuesday December 16th @ 6:30!
***
We will be decorating Gingerbread Houses
and having a
$5 gift exchange
***
The Activity Days girls are trying to pass off a project, so they will be in charge of the nursery. They would love to have a nursery to watch!
***

Another announcement...

The Missionary Meals Calendar

The meals calendar is available on the ward website.

To access this calendar, you will need to create an account if you haven't already done so.

If you have signed up to feed the Missionaries, please check this calendar to make sure you are there. You may also add yourself at any time to this calendar on the website by clicking on the
link to Schedule Meals with the Full-time Missionaries.

Sunday's Lesson

2008-12-13T09:22:00.004-06:00

Hi Sisters!

The lesson for this week is

Joseph Smith- Chapter 22: "Gaining Knowledge of Eternal Truths"

Sunday's Presidency Message

2008-12-06T10:32:00.005-06:00

Hi Sisters!

The Lessons for this Sunday will be:

Joseph B. Wirthlin, “Peace Within,” Ensign, May 1991
----
Thomas S. Monson, “What Is Christmas?,” Liahona, Dec 1998
Jeffrey R. Holland, “Without Ribbons and Bows,” New Era, Dec 1994

Check out this months Upcoming Events!
Make sure you mark your calendars for Enrichment Night Tues. Dec. 16th @ 6:30 pm!
We'd LOVE to see you there! A Nursery WILL BE PROVIDED!!!

Funeral Servies for Elder Joseph B. Wirthlin

2008-12-06T10:24:00.003-06:00

Funeral services for Elder Joseph B. Wirthlin were held on Friday, December 5, at 12:00 noon in the Tabernacle. For information and tributes about Elder Wirthlin, see the Newsroom.

If you click on the title of this post you can view his funeral service. The Newsroom widget below will easily take you to information and tributes about Elder Wirthlin.

Enrichment Night Reminder!

2008-11-17T09:31:00.002-06:00

Hi Sisters!

This is a quick reminder that Enrichment Night is coming up THIS THURSDAY!!!
It will be in the gym at the church, starting at 6:30 pm and YES there will be a drawing for door prizes if you're there ontime!!! (jar closes at 6:30 on the dot, so we can start on time!)

This month's Enrichment Night is all about blogging; the different styles (journaling, photo, and video, political, etc.)

Bring a note pad, etc. whatever you need to take notes! I know there are a lot of you out there that have "how to" questions about blogging...please leave a comment with your "how to" question so we can know specifically what to prepare for Thursday...if you don't leave a comment, just the basics will be covered ;)

For those of you "young-uns" come to Enrichment Night, then over to Institute...you can get a 2-fer!!!

We will also discuss some basic safety awareness skills for being online!

There will be a nursery, and refreshments.

We look forward to seeing you there!

Stake Conference

2008-11-15T10:16:00.007-06:00

Hi Sisters!
This is just a quick reminder of this weekends Stake Conference. I've included the time for the Priesthood leadership meeting knowing some of us have husbands that this is relevant to. :)
Saturday sessions are always wonderful so do your best to make it there! We look forward to seeing you on Sunday in the Assembly Hall Building!

Saturday, 15 November 2008
Stk Priesthood Leadership Mtg
3:00 PM

Saturday, 15 November 2008
Adult Session of Stk Conference 18+
6:00 PM

Sunday, 16 November 2008
Stake Conference
10:00 AM

If you need directions to any session of conference, refer to the Stake and Ward Websites for the directions.

Sunday's Lesson

2008-11-05T09:44:00.003-06:00

Hi Sisters!

Here is the lesson for this Sunday!

“Chapter 21: The Second Coming and the Millennium,” Teachings of Presidents of the Church: Joseph Smith, (2007),248–60

For those of you who are interested, or missed last Sunday's Relief Society Presidency Message and would like to read the Ensign Messages that were used, they are posted to the right under This Months Lessons!

Also, notice November's Upcoming Events!
To get more information on any of the events go to the Ward Website by following the links posted to the bottom right of the page :D

This is a busy weekend for us!
We look forward to seeing you all in church on Sunday!

Lesson This Sunday

2008-10-29T19:45:00.002-05:00

Hi Sisters!

This is just to inform you that this week's lesson is

The Presidency's Message

I'll post the links to the talks on the blog for personal reference on Sunday!

Traditions dinner

2008-10-28T21:00:00.000-05:00

At tonight's Enrichment Meeting, we had a "Traditions" dinner.
We need those recipes ladies!
Tonight was planned as just sit and relax and get to know each other.

The desserts were smooth on the palate!

The food was spectacular!

There was a nice turn out!

The 3 prize winners this month were...

Sister Miller, Sister Elam, and Sis. J. Asbury! Congratulations Sisters!!!
More prizes next month!

Tell your husbands to schedule themselves home to watch the kids so they can "skor" a candy bar next month for being so supportive and being the "Mr. Goodbars" we know they are! ;)

Next month's Enrichment Night will be about Blogging, and Computer Awareness/Safety. Be sure to bring a notebook next month!

Announcements...

2008-10-24T07:05:00.010-05:00

Hi again Sisters!

Enrichment Night is Tuesday Oct. 28 @ 6:30 pm
It's a Traditions Dinner

Please bring a Main Dish, Salad/Side, or Desserts/Drinks.

If you have not yet signed up please leave a comment below saying what you plan on bringing. Sign ups will also go around in church on Sunday then I will contact you on Monday to remind you etc.

Also, bring your recipe so we can make a Stone's River Season's Greetings Recipe Booklet for everyone!

Reminder Trunk or Treat activity for Murfreesboro, Stones River 1, and Stones River 2 Wards/Branch on Halloween (Oct. 31)

6:00: Chili Dinner

After Dinner: Costume Parade

EVERYONE helps clean gym and kitchen

7:30: Trunk or Treating

If you are attending the Chili Dinner please bring a pot of Chili and/or a dessert. If you want your chili and dessert to be judged it must be at the church by 5:30 pm.

There will also be a costume contest and judging of the cars.

If you are just participating in the Trunk or Treating, please have your car parked in the parking lot by 7:15pm.

For any questions please contact Sister Fowler (Leave a comment below and I will get you her number and email)

Don't forget the Baby Showers for the two newest little tykes in the ward!

November 7th from 6-9 pm Open House baby shower for Evan Robert Stuteville, Son of Michael and Lila Stuteville at the Stones River Church Building. Contact Lindsey Connolly with questions etc. They are registered at Target and Babies R Us

November 8th from 1-2:30 pm Baby shower for Jazmyne Asbury, daughter of Rebecca Asbury at the Stones River Church Building. RSVP Patsy at patsywml@yahoo.com
She is Registered at Walmart

Ward Potluck

When: Sunday, November 9 After church

Where: In the Gym

Bring your favorite pot of chili, bread, and/or dessert for a good time of eating and socializing with other members of our ward.

This Weeks Lesson TFOT

2008-10-24T06:59:00.003-05:00

Hi Sisters,
This weeks Relief Society Lesson is

Teaching For Our Time (TFOT):
Zion in the Midst of Babylon
Elder David R. Stone
Of the Seventy
April 2006 Conference Ensign

Upcoming Events and Announcements

2008-10-17T07:12:00.006-05:00

There are a handful of things coming up in the next couple weeks. As I get more info, I'll update here :)

**Today (Oct. 17) is Stake Temple day! I hope you can attend!

**The Enrichment Night Traditions Dinner has been rescheduled for the October 28th @ 6:30! There is a door prize drawing for those of you ONTIME :D

**Rebecca Asbury's Baby Shower is 1:00 pm Saturday November 8th at the Church building She is registered at Walmart. ALL ARE INVITED!!!
Thank you to all who signed up to help do or bring something!

CONGRATULATIONS MICHAEL and LILA!!!!

Their baby boy (Evan Robert Stuteville) was born Tuesday, October 14th @ 9:40 am. 6 lbs. 6 oz. and 21 inches long!
Michael and Lila's Meet and Greet "baby shower" will be held on Nov. 7th from 6-9pm @ the stones river ward church bldg. All are invited, this is not just for women- there will be no nursery, so you will have to keep an eye on your little ones. Questions contact Lindsey Connolly

***Don't forget about the Battered Women's Shelter Service Project!!! New and gently used bras of all sizes (youth to adult), and new unopened underwear ALL sizes...kids to adult these can be brought to church with you on Sunday and placed in the basket***

Check out the ward website for more local church events etc.

This Week's Lesson

2008-10-17T07:05:00.003-05:00

Hi Sisters,
Here is this Sunday's lesson

“Chapter 20: A Heart Full of Love and Faith: The Prophet’s Letters to His Family,” Teachings of Presidents of the Church: Joseph Smith, (2007),238–247

As always, feel free to leave comments about the lesson, or ask questions about the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.

This Week's Lesson Reminder

2008-10-10T11:15:00.004-05:00

Hi Sisters,

Just a little reminder that the scheduled lesson for this Sunday is:

Teachings of the Prophet; Joseph Smith #19
Stand Fast Through the Storms of Life

Click on the underlined link to take you directly to the lesson. Once there, if you want you can click on "listen" then enjoy having it read to you or you can read it on your own!

Feel free to leave comments about the above lesson, or ask questions you may have about the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.

Most answers can be found by clicking the links under the Official Church Links heading on the right side of the page.

Also, a reminder that Sunday is FAST SUNDAY!!!

General Conference Broadcast Tomorrow and Sunday!

2008-10-03T16:37:00.005-05:00

Hello Ladies!!

The 178th Semiannual General Conference of the Church will be held on Saturday and Sunday, October 4-5, 2008. Speakers will include the First Presidency and other General Authorities and general officers of the Church.

All the broadcasts will be available at the Murfreesboro Church Building...
notice the address on the right side under the picture of the First Presidency.

Saturday Sessions
11:00am-1:00pm
3:00-5:00 pm

Priesthood Session (sounds like a good time for a G.N!!!) ;)
7:00-9:00pm

Sunday Sessions
10:30am (Music and Spoken Work w/ Tab. Choir)
11:00am-1:00pm
3:00-5:00 pm

If you want some fun Conference Activities for your kids, click HERE.

October Service Project

2008-09-29T06:41:00.002-05:00

Dear Sisters,

For a Community Service Project we are, for the Month of October, taking up a collection of items that are needed for the Battered Women Shelter here in M'boro. Itasca Liddell took them some of the women's clothing that was left over from the Clothes Fair and they were SO grateful to get them. They mentioned that they are in need of bras and panties.
So for the month of Oct. we are asking that you bring either used and/or new bras and new, still in the package panties. (Any size). We will have a box available to collect them in by next Sunday.

I hope all of you have a great week. And know that I and the R.S. Councilors, Rachel
Arnold & Kyra Davis are here for each of you if you need anything.

Lots of Love,

Patsy Westmoreland

Thoughts on General Relief Society Broadcast

2008-09-28T17:34:00.008-05:00

It was a wonderfully inspirational meeting. We heard from all the General Relief Society Presidency, as well as Pres. Dieter F. Uchtdorf.

I will leave a few comments from each speaker that struck me. I would love to have you share your thoughts about the conference too, so we may edify each other :)

Julie B. Beck (General Relief Society President):

Now is the time for Relief Society to fulfill its purpose as never before

Our 3 Responsibilities:

1 Increase Faith and Personal Righteousness
2 Strengthen Families and Homes
3 Serve the Lord and His Children

We Need To:

Seek, Receive, and Act

Be still and quiet enough to hear the voice of the Spirit...then Act on it.

All Women, no matter the calling are connected to the purpose and responsibilities of Relief Society.

Let Relief Society be your "mother" with its Powerful Spiritual Leaders

Silvia Allred (General Relief Society Presidency 1st Councilor):

She reminded us of the importance of Temple attendance. The Temple is a sacred place. As of now there are 128 LDS temples in operation.

Receiving all ordinances in the House of the Lord enables us to return to Heavenly Father.

Stand Ye in Holy Places. The Temple is a House of Learning. The more we attend the more we learn, and understand.

Prepare NOW to enter the temple. Return as often as possible. Be WORTHY of a current temple recommend.

Be Faithful in Making and Keeping our Sacred Covenants.

Barbara Thompson (General Relief Society Presidency 2nd Councilor):

We should devote ourselves to Relief Society. It [Relief Society] is not just a class on Sunday. We need to teach one another the gospel of Jesus Christ. Teach by the Spirit and allow ALL to be edified.

Step up. Be Strong. Set the example of Righteousness. Do something Extraordinary today. Be a Mighty Force for good.

President Dieter F. Uchtdorf (2nd Councilor General Presidency):

We are daughters of our Heavenly Father. We have Infinite Worth.

We need to focus more on what is accomplished and Who we are...
Not our imperfections.

Your spirit body is a masterpiece. We all have talents and gifts.
Don't let the fear of failure discourage you.

Start small. How many smiles can you create? Seek to adorn your minds with all the Lord's Graces.

Work will cure your grief...Serve others. We are surrounded by opportunities to serve. Use them.

Draw close to Him in Faith, Hope and Charity.
Happiness is Your Heritage!

There was so much more that was talked about. I couldn't write fast enough to get everything. Add your thoughts or feelings to what I have written, or add things I missed that you caught.

You ARE daughters of Heavenly Father, He Loves you. Don't let Satan tell you otherwise!
See you in Relief Society Sisters :D

To watch this broadcast now, click on the title of this post.

Preparedness Fair....A SUCCESS!!!

2008-09-27T18:14:00.004-05:00

Thank you to all who helped with the Preparedness Fair this weekend. Your work and efforts showed.

There were many clothes left that were taken to the local Women's Shelter, or to Goodwill.

We found out that the Women's Shelter is in need of underwear for the ladies who utilize its services. We have taken on the challenge to provide. :D

The food storage samples were delicious!

The kids even got to help out. They stuffed teddy bears to give to the children at the women's shelter....aren't they cute?!

General Relief Society Broadcast!!!

2008-09-24T11:31:00.006-05:00

Don't forget to schedule some time for YOU ladies!

This weekend is the General Relief Society Broadcast.

The Stake Relief Society is hosting Dinner and Devotional by President Meredith starting at 5:30 pm in McMinnville. Quickly followed by the G.R.S. Broadcast.
If you would like to carpool Sis. P. Westmoreland needs to know ASAP (meaning by tonight) They will be leaving the building Saturday afternoon at 4:15 sharp!

If you cannot make it to the broadcast in McMinnville, it will also be available at the Murfreesboro Building starting at 7:00 pm :)

Preparedness Fair, Sunday's Lesson Reminder!

2008-09-24T11:06:00.008-05:00

Hi Ladies :D

This is just a quick reminder that the Preparedness Fair is THIS WEEKEND from 9-12.
If you are providing clothes for the fair, please have them NEATLY boxed or bagged or on hangers and bring them to the Church building Wednesday night.

Also, as mentioned in the title to this post....

Sunday's Relief Society Lesson is:

Teaching for our Time (TFOT)
The Tender Mercies of the Lord
By Elder David A. Bednar
April 2005 Ensign

To see other Ward/Stake Calendar Events etc. Please go to the Ward Website via www.lds.org
(the link is on the right side of the main page)
Click on the link to the Stake/Ward Website then if you haven't already Obtain an Account by following the directions provided.

Sunday's Lesson

2008-09-20T12:27:00.005-05:00

Hi Sisters!

Just a reminder that this week's lesson is:

“Chapter 18: Beyond the Veil: Life in the Eternities,” Teachings of Presidents of the Church: Joseph Smith, (2007),217–26

I encourage you all to read it.

Have a great weekend ladies!

September Enrichment Night!

2008-09-18T22:00:00.013-05:00

Enrichment Night has come and gone this month.

We had a nice turn out and 3 door prize winners!!!
Sister Vivian Fulton won the Stationary Set, Sister Sybrina Westmoreland won the manicure set, Sister Kyra Davis won an FHE game/lesson, and Sister Mary Helen Mertz won a pedicure set :D
Thanks for being there on time ladies!
More prizes next time!

To start the Evening Bro. Chris Westmoreland came and talked to us about the importance of a Will. Ways that they can be done (written) etc. He told us of things that needed to be in them
Name, Date, Beneficiaries, etc. He talked about Trusts and how to use them in your Will.
Overall, VERY informative, and interesting. I really wish I would have had a notebook! I'm not even grazing the surface of what all he talked about. He did an excellent job!

We then had Bro. Michael Stuteville come and talk to us about how to get out of debt. He had 2 books with him. The Total Money Make Over and Financial Peace. Both books by Dave Ramsey.

(If you click on his name it will take you to his website)
He taught us about the Debt Snowball, and how to apply it in our situation.
He used the Budget form found in the All is Safely Gathered In pamphlet.

The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints has many resources on it's website. Click on the link for the pamphlet.

He walked us through the "baby-steps" that Dave Ramsey suggested. He talked about the importance of couples being on the same page when planning budgets. He did an excellent job.

Because the evening went so well, Sis. Rachel Arnold just shared a table of FHE lessons that were up for grabs, and had many resources available.

The night wouldn't have been complete with out refreshments!
Sis. Debra Norris did the refreshments using different raw foods. She had some DELICIOUS black bean dip, a fresh salsa, multi-grain chips, tortillas, grapes, and some apple slices with peanut/flax-seed peanut butter. She will have the recipes for us on Sunday and then I will post them here for everybody to see :)

We want to especially thank our visitors for taking time out of their schedules to come teach us about these things. And also our Nursery volunteers! Thanks guys! (Bro. Spencer Olsen, and Bro. Mark Fulton) Thanks for supporting the Sisters and allowing them to attend this meeting!

For those of you who couldn't make it we missed you. Hope to see you at the next one!

Don't Forget Enrichment Night!!!

2008-09-16T07:04:00.005-05:00

Enrichment Night is THIS THURSDAY September 18th!!!
To get your name in the drawing for the door prize you must be there before 6:30 (as that is when the lid goes on the jar an no more names get put in)

The night's theme is:

Be Prepared

Bro. Chris Westmoreland will be there talking about how to get a Will prepared

Bro. Mike Stuteville will be there talking about how to start saving money and getting out of debt.

Sis. Rachel Arnold will give a brief FHE lesson and then the remainder of the time will be used for putting together our own FHE activity for ourselves or family.

Refreshments will be served :)
And a Nursery Provided

We are looking forward to seeing all your happy smiley faces!

Stones River 1st Ward Blog

2008-09-15T09:52:00.003-05:00

Welcome to the Stones River 1st Ward blog.
Stay posted to get the latest happenings from Relief Society, and get the latest Enrichment Night news.