Bed Found!!!!!!

A bed was found for Sister Stockwell!  Expect miracles.  We appreciate all the miracle workers in our Ward family!  Please continue to pray for Sister Stockwell that she may feel our love and fellowship. Have a beautiful day!

Bed needed ASAP!!!!!!!!!

Joan Stockwell, an elderly sister in our ward, had a housefire earlier this week.  She is in need of a double bed.  Please contact Cary Cammack if you are able to help at 509-397-6038!  Let's help Sister Stockwell!

Ward Christmas Party!!!

Don't forget to come to the Ward Christmas Party tomorrow night, Wednesday, Dec. 9th at 6:30pm and please bring 2 dozen cookies to share for dessert!!!  See you all there!!!

Reminder! Relief Society Grateful Hearts Thanksgiving Dinner

Reminder to all you sisters that tomorrow night, Tuesday, November 17th is our activity!  Come and enjoy socializing with sisters in the Ward!  Remember to invite friends and offer an rides to those who need them.  There will be someone to watch young children if needed.  So no excuses!  Come, come, come!!!  See you there!

Relief Society Grateful Hearts Thanksgiving Dinner!!!

All sisters and their friends and loved ones are invited to an evening of gratitude and love as we share dinner together and visit and give thanks to our Father in Heaven for the things we have, especially our friendship with one another!

You do not need to bring any food to the event.  All will be provided!  We do ask that you spread the word and bring friends with you and any sister's that need rides and may not attend otherwise.  If you know of anyone that would like to go, but needs a ride and you are unable to give transportation, or if you would like to go and do not have transportation, please contact Audrey Kolb or Aubrey Aguilar so that we can coordinate with one another so that all may be able to attend.  

Also all you mothers of young children, there will be a nursery provided by the Young Women, so no excuses!!!  Come!!!

Tuesday, November 17th @ 6:30pm.  See all you sisters there!

Need people to help MOVE the Bartlett Family! Please come and help!

Help the Bartlett Family Move on Saturday! 

Gary and Terri Bartlett are moving.  We will miss them!  They do need help with people willing to come and help load the truck.  This will take place this Saturday morning at 8am.  Sisters, encourage your husbands to come and help.  They are organized and ready so boxes and furniture just need to be loaded.  If we could get at least 4 strong young men or your spouses to help that are not already involved in the tree cutting project that would be greatly appreciated.  Call Audrey Kolb or Chris Mathia to let them know you can help.  Audrey's phone number is 509-648-3835.  They also have a 4 year old neutered kitty that sadly cannot come with them if anyone would like to make their kitty a new home.  Thanks to all!  And let's give some service!

Pray for Naomi Hymas and the Hymas Family!!!

Beth Hymas posted that surgery went well today.  I included the two photos that she posted and a link to the blog post that she wrote explaining the reason for the surgery and what it entails.  It was so honest from a mother's perspective and heart and so very moving that I encourage all to read!  Please pray for brave Naomi and her family!!!

Address if you would be willing to send a card:
The Hymas Family
4391 Glenmoor hills Dr
South Jordan, UT 84009

Here is the link to the blog post from Beth about the surgery.  Click here.

Here is our brave warrior!  We love you Naomi!

Here are the post surgery pictures that she posted.

Special Announcement!!!

Gary & Kathy Martin are back in business with "Our Family Survival Center."  We are located at 105 S Main St in Colfax, just north of Tick Klock Drugs.  We are open Monday-Friday, from 12 noon-5pm.  Please stop by for your free sample of Wise freeze-dried food and a 10% discount on any survival puchases.  Come and see us!!! 

What is your question for General Conference this weekend?

Let this video inspire all of us to meditate on what we need an answer to this weekend from General Conference.  After General Conference we will post some of your questions and the answers you found from certain talks that inspired you and gave you the needed guidance from above.  Happy Monday!

Video Link:  Click here for Ruth's question for Conference

Reminder: Last day to order apples!!!

Don't forget, today is the last day to get your apple orders in to Denise Larsen.  She needs the orders by Thursday, Sept 24th.  Please see details listed in the announcement tab of the blog, or on the below post that was placed last week.  Create all things delicious by apples!!!  And thank you Denise for your service!

Wednesday: Beloved Apostle Richard G. Scott Dies

Yesterday brought news to the worldwide church that another witness of Jesus Christ, our beloved apostle, Richard G. Scott passed away from causes incident to age.  We will celebrate his life and continue to hold a memory for this man of God who dedicated all he was to the Lord's work.  We share with you the video posted by The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in his passing.  We love you Elder Scott!

Testimony Tuesday: A Testimony of Hope

Today our testimony speaks for itself.  The healing power of our Savior and the healing messages of hope from the scriptures ARE REAL.  Have a blessed Tuesday full of hope!

Monday Meditations: Amazing Grace

Today's meditation focuses on Grace.  As we ponder Grace today and throughout the week, may we ponder on our lives up to this point in time.  If we really think and meditate on Grace, there is probably a million different instances in our lives that we were given Grace and didn't even know it.  We would probably fall at our Savior's feet when we come to find that he was always there with us extending his Grace and we didn't even know that it had been given us.  If we can focus this week on all the mercies that we receive through grace every minute and day, we may be able to see that the Savior is always with us even when we may not see it, feel it, or even show appreciation for it.  May we be more aware of His Grace this week as we go day to day, hour to hour, and minute to minute.  May we be touched by His Grace and then extend that Grace to those around us and even ourselves is our prayer for you this week.

Step 1:  Set your intention on what you could do this week to see the hand of Grace in your life, or extend it to someone else who needs it.  This may even be you.

Step 2:  Now with your intention in place, watch the video below and let your spirit connect to Grace through the Comforter and experience a shift in perception.

Step 3:  Read Ether 12: 26-27:

 26 And when I had said this, the Lord spake unto me, saying: Fools mock, but they shall mourn; and my grace is sufficient for the meek, that they shall take no advantage of your weakness;

 27 And if men come unto me I will show unto them their weakness. I give unto men weakness that they may be humble; and my grace is sufficient for all men that humble themselves before me; for if they humble themselves before me, and have faith in me, then will I make weak things become strong unto them.

Step 4:  Listen again to the song in the video with your eyes closed while breathing in faith and breathing out grace.  End with a prayer focused on your intention that you have set and expect miracles this week as you focus on His Grace.

Beautiful job!  Sat Nam!  Have a week full of life and grace!

Apples!!!

Sister Denise Larsen is going to a vendor to get apples to make all things delicious by apples such as apple cider, apple pies, applesauce, apple cobblers and everything else.  Denise even has an apple press for making cider if anyone is interested.

Orders can be made for Galas, Fuji, Golden, and Granny Smith.  2nds' for 10 cents/lb.  She does need the orders in advance and orders need to be to her by THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 24TH.

To place orders call or text Denise on her mobile phone at 509-316-0788.

Thank you Denise!!!

Testimony Tuesdays: President Thomas S. Monson

We thought we should highlight one of the many testimonies of our current prophet Thomas S. Monson.  When you think about the significance that President Monson talks with our Savior about what OUR SAVIOR would have us (the members of His church) know for our protection and guidance in our current lives it is something miraculous and so REAL.  Today we would like to share this video of our prophet testifying of the reality that Christ LIVES.  The prophets in the scriptures testify of this reality.  And in our dispensation Joseph Smith testified that he saw God the Father and his son Jesus Christ.  Watch President Monson's powerful testimony of the reality of the living Son of God.  Happy Tuesday!

Click on this link to watch President Monson's testimony.

MEDITATION MONDAYS: Go in Peace

We reflect today back on the presentation of "Women at the Well," that was put on at this past Stake Relief Society Conference.  There is a song that Sister Liz Nelson sang that was so moving.  Her voice coupled with the lyrics struck a chord in all of us.  We as sisters feel guilt for everything.  Yet the Savior gives us these words "Go in Peace."  We are to lay our guilt down immediately at his feet and then walk away in peace.  His atonement covers all guilt.  In today's meditation we ask that each of you lay down the guilt you are carrying whether you realize it or not and move toward the peace promised us by our Savior.

1-Repeat the mantra
PEACE COMES AS I RELEASE MY GUILT TO THE SAVIOR

2-Read 2 Nephi 19:6

3-Watch the video and meditate on the guilt you hang onto in your life whether it be great or small, and decide today to release that guilt at the Saviors feet.  Handing it to him we free ourselves to let peace wash over us.

(*Note: Wish I had Liz's presentation recorded on video to share, we will have to have her do a special number for us)

4-Pray.  Release that guilt that you find yourself carrying today by asking in prayer and feel the peace come into your heart and mind.

Sat nam.  Have a beautiful Monday.

Pray for Kristen Myler

Sister Kristen Myler (sister of Sister Denise Larsen), has recently moved to Oregon.  She is undergoing surgery tommorow and we ask that our sisterhood in Colfax unite in prayer for Kristen Wednesday, August 26th to call on the power of heaven to be with her and to guide and assist the doctors that are involved.  Also pray for her children and extended family as all are involved.  Kristen, we love you.  You are courageous and strong and we pray the angels of heaven will surround you and support you and that you will feel the Savior close.  We will be with you in spirit and love!  XOXO!

Desk, Bookshelf, and Dresser being donated for use!

We want to let all you sisters know that Sister Jackie Miller has a desk, bookshelf, and dresser that if someone can use, she would like to give away.  If you would like these items, please contact her at 509-288-1567.  She lives in Malden on 221 SE Aires.  She also has items such as clothes and toys to donate to anyone collecting for relief from the fires.  If anyone can pick these items up, it would be appreciated.  If you have any questions, you can contact Audrey Kolb at 509-288-1924.  You can also leave comments below post with who is interested in helping pick up items or who is interested in the desk, bookshelf, and dresser.  Thanks sisters!

Testimony Tuesdays: The Sabbath Day

We want to share our testimony of the importance of the Sabbath Day and keeping it as a simple day full of more worship, more family time, and more focus on the Savior.  In our world and our daily lives there are distractions of every kind and things that draw us away from what matters most.  The church website has a blog post that is running a campaign on the #bestday.  We know as you start making the Sabbath Day your #bestday by throwing out the distractions and simplifying the day by keeping the focus on what matters most that we can be blessed with increased love and happiness.  And who doesn't want a little more love and happiness!!!!!  Watch the video and spread your testimony about the importance of keeping the #bestday, the Sabbath Day, a day focused on what matters most!

To watch the video go to the following link, then read this blog post on suggestions on how to become more aware on keeping the Sabbath Day a holy day and the #bestday.
http://bcove.me/sapxnl07

Share your testimony now and leave comments in the comment field below on how you or your family make the Sabbath Day the #bestday!

Meditation Monday: I Am a Child of God

Today we would like to reflect on the most basic of truths.  Each one of us is a child of God.  Do we really understand the significance of this truth?  We were created and loved by a Heavenly Father and Mother who love us and pray for us and hope for us.  As children of God, and sisters in Zion, we should remember to always wear our crowns.  As we are queens and part of deity.

Meditation Part One:  Watch the video.

Meditation Part Two:  Now close your eyes and listen to the video meditating on the ways we should always wear our crowns knowing we are His children.

Meditation Part Three:  Write these mini-Revelations down and choose one to focus on this week.  Say a prayer in closing in gratitude for your divine nature as a child of God.