To know the history, purpose, and destiny of the Relief Society
Conversion is a strong and repeated theme in the Book of Mormon. Some of my favorite examples of full conversion are that of Alma the younger and the Sons of Mosiah. They experienced so complete a turn-around after being visited by the Angel, that the Sons of Mosiah, who were heirs to the Nephite kingdom, […]
Wow! Three lessons in a row about missionary work. Clearly, they did this on purpose. I imagine with three lessons you get three different perspectives and stories about missionary work. I think the most important words to ponder in this lesson are “boldness” and “kindness” (Manual, pg. 147). Face it, it’s scary to set out […]
I have seen over and over a Relief Society Presidency all fired up and ready to serve after first being called only to fizzle out of steam after a year or so in the calling. I have to ask…how do you think those sisters, who served 25-50 years in their calling, did it? This happens […]
How do we demonstrate our discipleship? The word discipleship is well chosen. As sisters, we serve. That is what we do. But, as we’ve learned more about the history of our organization, we have learned that we save lives too; often by serving. So, as disciples of Christ, how do we represent Him through our […]
All of the prophets have spoken boldly of our duty to share the gospel with everyone we associate with. Joseph Smith: “After all that has been said, the greatest and most important duty is to preach the Gospel.” Brigham Young: “There is neither man or woman in this Church who is not on a mission.” […]
Poetry — A Vision of Words Go Back to Lesson 2. You are probably wondering what poetry has to do with writing your personal history. The answer is that poetry helps us use words that give visual imagery. Visual imagery will make your history breathe. A breathing history will be read and enjoyed. […]
English Class–Imitate Form and Structure Go Back to Lesson 1. This is a writing class, but don’t panic if you don’t know how to write. There are a few simple things you can learn that will make your children love what you write. So listen up! This is going to be fun!! […]
If you want to start a group, or work on this yourself, I offer 12 workshop classes for you to work your way through. I’ll post them all in the next few days. This can be a really fun, social, productive way to bring sisters together, or at the very least, you will create an […]
My mother made a decision when she got married. She decided to continue her schooling, earned a Ph.D, and taught college while my grandmother stayed home and raised us children. She has some regret over this choice, but is grateful it worked out as well as it did. Whether a mother stays home, while raising […]
The Bonneville YSA stake put together a musical production, Rob Gardner’s “Lamb of God”. This is an oratorio consisting of the Savior’s last week of his life. The oratorio begins the biblical story of Mary, Martha, and their brother Lazarus. After the death of Lazarus, Martha comes to the Savior singing, “Touch my heart, and […]
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