To know the history, purpose, and destiny of the Relief Society
Eliza traveled all over the Territory, that is now Utah, to teach the Bishops and organize the women into Relief Societies. Before she set out, she wrote an article for the Deseret News, on April 22, 1868, laying out the responsibilities and privileges of the Relief Society. The article contains some interesting points I find […]
Maybe some of you are already reading Pres. Monson’s biography. I’m crossing my fingers for Christmas. I had the opportunity to hear Sis. Swinton share some stories and lessons she learned during this incredible journey she has been blessed to take. In order to understand this man, she read forty-seven years worth of Conference talks […]
We took an interesting trip during a recent Relief Society lesson. A member of the presidency was teaching about how to make our homes like the temple. The very first aspect introduced was cleanliness. It went around the room for a while that it was SOOOO important to have a clean house. It was stated […]
When the women gathered together for the first time in Nauvoo, Illinois, March 17, 1842, there was a lively discussion as to what to call themselves. Joseph Smith suggested the women call themselves The Benevolent Society. However, Emma spoke up and said other benevolent societies back east were hypocritical and time-wasters. She adamantly opposed being […]
In a pile of old Relief Society handbooks, I found this great little booklet about the history of the Relief Society. It was published during Belle Spafford’s presidency. It had lots of information in it, including this fascinating explanation. As the Relief Society was reorganized in the various wards and community developments throughout the Salt […]
With the release of the new General Handbook, we all excitedly look for changes, modifications, and new direction from our leaders. Just think: The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints is the only Church in the world that has a handbook that guides even the most remote branch of the Church in one path […]
I’m guessing that most of you are familiar with the movie “The Blind Side”. Great movie, great message. I was so intrigued with the Sean and Leigh Anne Tuohy (Too-wee) family I decided to read their book “In a Heartbeat”, to find out what kind of people they really were. I learned that the story […]
Visiting Teaching has an interesting history. Sisters began visiting one another, on assignment, by 1843. You’ll be surprised to learn that it has gone through some substantial changes over the years. And, dare I say, maybe we’ve lost some important aspects of it. As sisters flocked to join the Female Relief Society in Nauvoo, it […]
From the Salt Lake Mission Home: “It was with new enthusiasm, being called into missionary work, that I set out to be open to missionary and service opportunities. With my missionary badge firmly in place, I was determined to accept a challenge from Elder Evans, of talking to everyone and asking for referrals. My first […]
From Bountiful: “For several years I have been doing what I call Scripture Journaling. Following is an example of how I teach this to others. Follow this outline: Prayer, scripture study, journaling, prayer 2. Don’t be afraid to use variety in your scripture study. Here are several ideas you can incorporate in your study. You may […]
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