Press Forward

“We also believe that it is possible only through Christ to find ultimate contentment, hope, and happiness—both in this life and in the eternities. Our doctrine, as taught in the Book of Mormon, emphatically states: ‘Wherefore, ye must press forward with a steadfastness in Christ, having a perfect brightness of hope, and a love of God and of all men. Wherefore, if ye shall press forward, feasting upon the word of Christ, and endure to the end, behold, thus saith the Father: Ye shall have eternal life’ (2 Nephi 31:20).”

L. Tom Perry, October 2011 General Conference

Love Thy Neighbor as Thyself

“’Many of the benefits and blessings that have come to me have come through that man who gave his life for the gospel of Jesus Christ. There have been some who have belittled him, but I would like to say that those who have done so will be forgotten and their remains will go back to mother earth, if they have not already gone, and the odor of their infamy will never die, while the glory and honor and majesty and courage and fidelity manifested by the Prophet Joseph Smith will attach to his name forever.’”

Teachings of Presidents of the Church: George Albert Smith, Chapter 4, 2010

Jesus Christ

“The Redeemer of mankind was more than a good man who came into the world to teach us ethics. The Redeemer of mankind possessed more than ordinary intelligence. He was indeed the Son of God, the only begotten of God in the flesh. … He came to call men to repentance, to turn them from the error of their way. He went among them representing God the Eternal Father, proclaiming that he was in the image of his Father, and that those who had seen him had seen the Father, and told them that he had been sent to do the will of his Father, and called on all men to turn from the error that had crept in among them, to repent of their sins and go down into the waters of baptism.”

Teachings of Presidents of the Church: George Albert Smith, Chapter 3, 2010

Sunday Lesson Schedule for February

Feb. 5th: November Ensign,  “The Divine Gift of Repentance,” by Elder Christofferson, taught by Sister Farley

Feb. 12th: Teachings of George Albert Smith, Ch. 3: Our Testimony of Jesus Christ, taught by Sister Beck

Feb. 19th: Teachings of George Albert Smith, Ch. 4: The Prophet Joseph Smith: God's Instrument in Restoring the Truth, taught by Sister Remali

Feb. 26th: November Ensign, “Perfect Love Casteth Out Fear,” by Elder Perry, taught by Sister Metheny

Announcements & Upcoming Events

There is a YSA planning meeting and pitch-in Sunday, February 5th at 6:30 pm at the Franklin building.

There is a RS sewing activity Thursday, February 9th at 6:30 pm at Sister Farley's house. We will be making simple tote bags for the Primary children. This is a great activity for those who would like to learn to sew. We would also love to have those who already know how to sew come and help others. If you have a sewing machine to bring that would be great. Fabric will be provided so just come and have fun working together.

There is a Worldwide Leadership Training Broadcast Saturday, February 11th from 5 to 7 pm at the Stake Center.

Wednesday, February 15th there is a SA Temple Trip (11:45 am session).

Saturday, February 18th is a SA dance at 6 pm at the Stake Center.

There is a Ward Talent Show Friday, February 24th at 7 pm at our ward building.

Our Stake RS Conference is Saturday, March 10th. They are asking that 8 sisters from each ward provide a picture of them or their families at the Temple. Let us know if you have a picture you would like to share!