Weekly Update April 19th - April 25th

FAITH

"The Power of the Word"
Teachings of Ezra Taft Benson - Chapter 8


Doctrine:

“The word of God, as found in the scriptures, in the words of living prophets, and in personal revelation, has the power to fortify the Saints and arm them with the Spirit so they can resist evil, hold fast to the good, and find joy in this life.”

 

  

Invitation to Action: 

 

In a First Presidency message in 1976, President [Spencer W.] Kimball said:

 

“I am convinced that each of us, at least some time in our lives, must discover the scriptures for ourselves—and not just discover them once, but rediscover them again and again. …

“The Lord is not trifling with us when he gives us these things, for ‘unto whomsoever much is given, of him shall be much required.’ (Luke 12:48.) Access to these things means responsibility for them. We must study the scriptures according to the Lord’s commandment (see 3 Ne. 23:1–5); and we must let them govern our lives.” (Ensign, Sept. 1976, pp. 4–5.)

 

I urge you to recommit yourselves to a study of the scriptures. Immerse yourselves in them daily so you will have the power of the Spirit to attend you in your callings. Read them in your families and teach your children to love and treasure them. Then prayerfully and in counsel with others, seek every way possible to encourage the members of the Church to follow your example. If you do so, you will find, as Alma did, that “the word [has] a great tendency to lead people to do that which [is] just—yea, it [has] more powerful effect upon the minds of the people than the sword, or anything else, which [has] happened unto them.” (Alma 31:5.)

 

 



 

Promised Blessings:

Success in righteousness, the power to avoid deception and resist temptation, guidance in our daily lives, healing of the soul—these are but a few of the promises the Lord has given to those who will come to His word. Does the Lord promise and not fulfill? Surely if He tells us that these things will come to us if we lay hold upon His word, then the blessings can be ours. And if we do not, then the blessings may be lost. However diligent we may be in other areas, certain blessings are to be found only in the scriptures, only in coming to the word of the Lord and holding fast to it as we make our way through the mists of darkness to the tree of life.

 Read, study, or listen to the entire lesson here:  

 

 https://www.lds.org/manual/teachings-of-presidents-of-the-church-ezra-taft-benson/chapter-8-the-power-of-the-word?lang=eng

 

 

 

You can hear and feel President Ezra Taft Benson of the Book or Mormon and it's importance in conference talks he gave.  Here are a couple of them:

 

The Book Of Mormon is the Word of God

 

"The Book of Mormon is the great standard we are to use. It shows that Joseph Smith was a prophet. It contains the words of Christ, and its great mission is to bring men to Christ and all other things are secondary. The golden question of the Book of Mormon is “Do you want to learn more of Christ?” The Book of Mormon is the great finder of the golden contact. It does not contain things which are “pleasing unto the world” (1 Ne. 6:5), and so the worldly are not interested in it. It is a great sieve."

 

"Every Latter-day Saint should make the study of this book a lifetime pursuit. Otherwise he is placing his soul in jeopardy and neglecting that which could give spiritual and intellectual unity to his whole life. There is a difference between a convert who is built on the rock of Christ through the Book of Mormon and stays hold of that iron rod, and one who is not."

 

https://www.lds.org/general-conference/1975/04/the-book-of-mormon-is-the-word-of-god?lang=eng

 

 

The Book of Mormon - Keystone of Our Religion

 

There are three ways in which the Book of Mormon is the keystone of our religion. It is the keystone in our witness of Christ. It is the keystone of our doctrine. It is the keystone of testimony.

 

“I feel certain that if, in our homes, parents will read from the Book of Mormon prayerfully and regularly, both by themselves and with their children, the spirit of that great book will come to permeate our homes and all who dwell therein. The spirit of reverence will increase; mutual respect and consideration for each other will grow. The spirit of contention will depart. Parents will counsel their children in greater love and wisdom. Children will be more responsive and submissive to the counsel of their parents. Righteousness will increase. Faith, hope, and charity—the pure love of Christ—will abound in our homes and lives, bringing in their wake peace, joy, and happiness” (Ensign, May 1980, p. 67).

 

 https://www.lds.org/general-conference/1986/10/the-book-of-mormon-keystone-of-our-religion?lang=eng

 

 

FAMILY

 

 

 

Are you struggling with your family scripture study or just want to know how to make it more effective?  There is a great article found in the September 1987 Ensign titled, "Family Scripture Study" that gives four keys of family scripture study.  They are:  Commitment, Consistency, Individuality, and Variety.  It also gives seven ideas of different ways to study, "Read it aloud, memorize it,  look it up, tape record it, discuss it, share it, and plan a family-study activity." 

 

"Latter-day Saint parents recognize the tremendous importance of scripture study in the family. Not only does learning the gospel together stimulate feelings of family harmony and appreciation, but it establishes a foundation of truth upon which children can build throughout their lives."

 

Read the entire article here:

https://www.lds.org/ensign/1987/09/family-scripture-study?lang=eng&query=family+scripture+study

 

 

 

 RELIEF

 

 

Do you sometimes feel like it is hard to find the time to serve?  LDS Living had a fun article in their April 2014 issue that gives, "52 Ways to Give Bite-Sized Service." 

 

"Service doesn't have to take hours of planning and a large group to carry it out. Sometimes it's making one small adjustment to the things we already do each day."

 

 

   

Read the short article here and also watch a cute video: 

 

 http://ldsliving.com/story/75623-52-ways-to-give-bite-sized-service?page=5
 

 

SWEEPING THE EARTH AS IF A FLOOD:

 

 

 

"The Book of Mormon is the instrument that God designed to “sweep the earth as with a flood, to gather out [His] elect.” (Moses 7:62.) This sacred volume of scripture needs to become more central in our preaching, our teaching, and our missionary work."

"The time is long overdue for a massive flooding of the earth with the Book of Mormon for the many reasons which the Lord has given. In this age of the electronic media and the mass distribution of the printed word, God will hold us accountable if we do not now move the Book of Mormon in a monumental way."

"Now, my good Saints, we have a great work to perform in a very short time. We must flood the earth with the Book of Mormon—and get out from under God’s condemnation for having treated it lightly. (See D&C 84:54–58.)"

"I challenge all of us to prayerfully consider steps that we can personally take to bring this new witness for Christ more fully into our own lives and into a world that so desperately needs it."

 - Quotes by Ezra Taft Benson in a conference talk, "Flooding the Earth with the Book of Mormon."

Read or listen to it here:

 

https://www.lds.org/general-conference/1988/10/flooding-the-earth-with-the-book-of-mormon?lang=eng&query=ezra+taft+benson+book+of+Mormon 

 

Relief Society Announcements:

 

*Stake Conference will be held this weekend April 25th and 26th.

*Sister Cassie Jensen will be home this Thursday.  Give her a call or stop by to visit.  She won't be getting out a lot so she would really enjoy some company.

*Congratulations to the Munn's family on their arrival of their baby girl.  We will post a picture soon.

Calendar:

April 25^th – 26^th – Stake Conference

April 28^th – Stake Transitioning Meeting for all Laurels  - R.S. Presidency

May 3rd – Presidency Message

May 10^th – Ezra Taft Benson  #9 – The Book of Mormon – Keystone of Our Religion

May 17th – Ezra Taft Benson #10 – Flooding the Earth and Our Lives with the Book of Mormon

May 24^th – Teachings For Our Time

May 31^st – 5th Sunday

  

 

Recipes on the blog:

If you have a recipe you would like to share send them to:  drbennett1@hotmail.com or call or text them to 208-351-7083. We would love to have your favorite holiday recipes!

Visit the ward recipe blog:  www.burton4threcipes.blogspot.com

Visit the Relief Society blog:  www.burton4thrs.blogspot.com

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Weekly Update December 21st - December 27th

Faith

Lesson Review:

"Preparing for the Coming of Our Lord" 

Joseph Fielding Smith - Lesson 26

Doctrine:

We are rapidly approaching the great day of the Lord, that time of “refreshing,” when he will come in the clouds of heaven to take vengeance upon the ungodly and prepare the earth for the reign of peace for all those who are willing to abide in his law [see Acts 3:19–20].

Many things have taken place … to impress faithful members of the Church with the fact that the coming of the Lord is near. The gospel has been restored. The Church has been fully organized. The priesthood has been conferred upon man. The various dispensations from the beginning have been revealed and their keys and authorities given to the Church. Israel has been and is being gathered to the land of Zion. The Jews are returning to Jerusalem. The gospel is being preached in all the world as a witness to every nation. Temples are being built, and ordinance work for the dead, as well as for the living, is performed in them. The hearts of the children have turned to their fathers, and the children are seeking after their dead. The covenants which the Lord promised to make with Israel in the latter days have been revealed, and thousands of gathered Israel have entered into them. Thus the work of the Lord is advancing, and all these things are signs of the near approach of our Lord. …

The words of the prophets are rapidly being fulfilled, but it is done on such natural principles that most of us fail to see it.

Invitation to Action: 

I plead with the Latter-day Saints to stand firm and faithful in the discharge of every duty, keeping the commandments of the Lord, honoring the priesthood, that we may stand when the Lord comes—Whether we be living or dead, it matters not,—to be partakers of this glory.

There are many events in the world today which indicate that the great day of the Lord is drawing near when the Redeemer will again appear to set up his kingdom in righteousness preparatory to the millennial reign. In the meantime it is the duty of members of the Church to seek for knowledge and to prepare themselves by study and by faith for the ushering in of that great and glorious day.

We do not need to be worrying about the times and the seasons when Christ shall come, but we do need to watch and pray and be ready.

Promised Blessings:

The righteous will rejoice when he comes, because then peace will come to the earth, righteousness to the people, and that same spirit of peace and joy and happiness which prevailed upon this continent for two hundred years [see 4 Nephi 1:1–22] shall again be established among the people and eventually shall become universal, and Christ shall reign as Lord of lords and King of kings for a thousand years. We are looking forward to that time.

For one thousand years shall this happy time of peace prevail and in due time all the inhabitants of the earth shall be brought into the fold of the Church.

 Read or Listen to the entire lesson here:  

https://www.lds.org/manual/teachings-of-presidents-of-the-church-joseph-fielding-smith/chapter-26-preparing-for-the-coming-of-our-lord?lang=eng

FAMILY

With the new year it seems like the perfect time we all reflect on the past year and set goals and resolutions for the new year.  I found a great article from the 2002 Ensign on setting and tracking goals with our family.

Tracking New Years Goals:

Setting goals and striving to achieve them at times can seem to be an insurmountable task. Often we procrastinate setting goals until we feel we are more committed or “the time is right.” But it doesn’t have to be that way. Our family has discovered an easier way to set and achieve goals. We record our progress on a New Year’s goal poster.

1. 1. 
   We reserve the first family home evening of the year for setting goals. It helps to teach the importance of prayer in selecting goals. By taking time to pray and ponder about our goals, we are able to focus on what will most benefit our family. Then we have a short lesson on the importance of goals, types of goals, how to choose a goal by focusing on what is realistic and most important, and how to achieve goals.
2. 2. 
   We list our goals on a poster. To establish the goals we want to achieve, we list them on posters made of construction paper. Posterboard, cardstock, and other materials work well too. Then we spread magazines that we have saved, including Church magazines, on the table. With scissors and glue handy, we cut out pictures and words that represent the goals we are planning to work on throughout the year and paste them on the poster. Each poster is labeled with a family member’s name and the year. Then we help our children understand the importance of choosing goals in four different categories: spiritual, educational, physical, and temporal.
3. 3. 
   We display our posters in a prominent area. After we finish the posters, we take turns showing them to each other. Then we hang the posters in a prominent place in our rooms. The posted goals are a daily visual reminder of what we plan to achieve. As we reach our goals, we cross them off. The first year we made goal posters, we were surprised when we reached all our goals.

Each December we review the goals we have accomplished for that year and save the posters in our books of remembrance. My husband and I began this goal-setting tradition during our first year of marriage. When we saw the successful results of our efforts, we decided to continue the tradition, especially when children came into our home.

Listing our goals on a poster allows us to review our commitment on a daily or weekly basis. Making goal posters at the beginning of every new year is an eagerly anticipated event for our family that has helped us successfully set and achieve worthwhile goals.—Janalee Merrell Watkins, Maeser First Ward, Vernal Utah Maeser Stake

Another great article is found in the January 2014 Ensign by President Uchtdorf, 

 "The Best Time to Plant a Tree."

https://www.lds.org/ensign/2014/01/the-best-time-to-plant-a-tree?lang=eng

RELIEF

It seems like there are so many opportunities around us to serve others.  Sometimes it feels overwhelming or we may feel inadequate.  I loved this talk by President Uchtdorf, "Happiness is your Heritage."  

https://www.lds.org/general-conference/2008/10/happiness-your-heritage?lang=eng

"I believe that the women of the Church, regardless of age or family status, understand and apply best the words of James Barrie, the author of Peter Pan: “Those who bring sunshine to the lives of others cannot keep it from themselves.” ¹¹ Often I have witnessed quiet acts of kindness and compassion by noble women who extended themselves in unselfish charity. My heart swells when I hear stories of the sisters of the Church and how they rush to the aid of those in need.

My dear sisters, I have a simple faith. I believe that as you are faithful and diligent in keeping the commandments of God, as you draw closer to Him in faith, hope, and charity, things will work together for your good. ¹⁴ I believe that as you immerse yourselves in the work of our Father—as you create beauty and as you are compassionate to others—God will encircle you in the arms of His love. ¹⁵ Discouragement, inadequacy, and weariness will give way to a life of meaning, grace, and fulfillment.

As spirit daughters of our Heavenly Father, happiness is your heritage.

You are choice daughters of our Heavenly Father, and through the things you create and by your compassionate service, you are a great power for good. You will make the world a better place. Lift up your chin; walk tall. God loves you. We love and admire you."

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***Please also remember those that are lonely this year.  I recently visited a couple of the widows in our ward.  They loved every minute I could spend with them.  They would enjoy getting to know you and your family.  A visit is the best gift you could ever give them and it doesn't cost you a thing!

 

Sweeping the Earth As If a Flood:

This was found on LDS.org

Sharing the Gospel - Center Your Relationships on Jesus Christ

As you share online, focus on relationships and messages that bring you closer to Jesus Christ. Use the Spirit as you find ways to share the gospel online. Have courage to share your testimony of the Savior when you feel prompted by the Spirit. Try to help those you associate with online realize the power of the Atonement of Jesus Christ.

“As you participate in this conversation and utilize the tools of new media, remember who you are—Latter-day Saints. . . . There is no need to argue or contend with others regarding our beliefs. There is no need to become defensive or belligerent. Our position is solid; the Church is true. We simply need to have a conversation, as friends in the same room would have, always guided by the prompting of the Spirit and constantly remembering the Atonement of the Lord Jesus Christ, which reminds us of how precious are the children of our Father in Heaven.” — Elder M. Russell Ballard (“Sharing the Gospel Using the Internet,” Ensign, July 2008).

“I offer two questions for consideration in your personal pondering and prayerful studying: 1. Does the use of various technologies and media invite or impede the constant companionship of the Holy Ghost in your life? 2. Does the time you spend using various technologies and media enlarge or restrict your capacity to live, to love, and to serve in meaningful ways?” — Elder David A. Bednar (“Things as They Really Are,” Ensign, June 2010).

Relief Society Announcements:

Lesson Schedule for January:
January 4th - President's Instruction

January 11th - Ezra Taft Benson #1 - "The Great Commandment" -  Love the Lord

January 18th - Ezra Taft Benson #2 - "Pray Always"

January 25th - Teachings For Our Time - "Joseph Smith" by Elder Neil L. Anderson - November General Conference

2015 Relief Society Curriculum:

Teachings of President's of the Church - Ezra Taft Benson

https://www.lds.org/manual/teachings-of-presidents-of-the-church-ezra-taft-benson?lang=eng

  

Recipes on the blog:

If you have a recipe you would like to share send them to:  drbennett1@hotmail.com or call or text them to 208-351-7083. We would love to have your favorite holiday recipes!

Visit the ward recipe blog:  www.burton4threcipes.blogspot.com

Weekly Update - November 2nd - 8th

Faith

Lesson Review:

"Individual Responsibility"

Joseph Fielding Smith Lesson 23

Doctrine:

The object of our being here is to do the will of the Father as it is done in heaven, to work righteousness in the earth, to subdue wickedness and put it under our feet, to conquer sin and the adversary of our souls, to rise above the imperfections and weaknesses of poor fallen humanity, by the inspiration of the Lord and his power made manifest, and thus become the saints and servants of the Lord in the earth.

Joseph Smith was asked how he governed so great and diverse a people as the Latter-day Saints. He replied: “I teach them correct principles and they govern themselves.”

This is the principle upon which we operate in the Church. We expect our members everywhere to learn correct principles and to govern themselves.

Invitation to Action: 

He who sent his Only Begotten Son into the world, to accomplish the mission that he did, also sent every soul within the sound of my voice, and indeed every man and woman in the world, to accomplish a mission, and that mission cannot be accomplished by neglect, nor by indifference, nor can it be accomplished by ignorance.

We should learn the obligation that we are under to the Lord and to each other; these things are essential, and we cannot prosper in spiritual things, we cannot grow in knowledge of the Lord or in wisdom, without devoting our thoughts and our efforts toward our own betterment, toward the increase of our own wisdom and knowledge in the things of the Lord.

We have these two great responsibilities. … First, to seek our own salvation; and, second, our duty to our fellow men. Now I take it that my first duty is, so far as I am individually concerned, to seek my own salvation. That is your individual duty first, and so with every member of this Church.

It is my duty, as it is your duty, my brethren and my sisters likewise—for responsibility is placed also upon you—to do the very best that is within our power, and not to shirk, but endeavor with all our soul to magnify the callings the Lord has given us, to labor diligently for the salvation of our own house, each one of us, and for the salvation of our neighbors, the salvation of those who are abroad.

The Lord expects us to be industrious in seeking temporal and spiritual blessings.

Promised Blessings:

We believe it is by grace that we are saved after all that we can do, and that building upon the foundation of the atonement of Christ, all men must work out their salvation with fear and trembling before the Lord [see 2 Nephi 25:23; Mormon 9:27].

                 

It is an important fact, shown by direct acts and by implication in all the scriptures, that God has done for men all that men cannot do for themselves to secure salvation, but he expects men to do all for themselves that is in their power.

  

Read or Listen to the entire lesson here:  

 https://www.lds.org/manual/teachings-of-presidents-of-the-church-joseph-fielding-smith/chapter-23-individual-responsibility?lang=eng

 A conference talk that goes great with this lesson is, "Do We Know What We Have?" by Carole Stephens given in the Oct. 2013 general conference.

Daughters of God, do we know who we are? Do we know what we have? Are we worthy to receive the power and blessings of the priesthood? Do we receive the gifts given to us with gratitude, grace, and dignity? Do we embrace our roles and responsibilities to strengthen homes as mothers, grandmothers, daughters, sisters, and aunts? Do we show respect for men, manhood, and fatherhood?

As covenant sons and daughters, do we have faith in our Heavenly Father and His eternal plan for us?

Do we have faith in Jesus Christ and His Atonement? Do we believe that we have a divine nature and destiny? And in our efforts to achieve this destiny and receive all that the Father has,¹² do we understand the importance of receiving priesthood ordinances and making, keeping, and renewing our covenants with the Lord?

Read or listen to the entire talk here:  https://www.lds.org/general-conference/2013/10/do-we-know-what-we-have?lang=eng

FAMILY

November is the start of my favorite time of year!  I love the Thanksgiving season that we spend more time thinking about gratitude and what we are thankful for.  Here are some fun family home evening ideas about gratitude:

How can you help your gratitude grow this month? You can think of things you are grateful for every day! Here’s a fun craft to fill your home with beautiful fall colors and your heart with gratitude.
https://www.lds.org/friend/2013/11/gratitude-tree?lang=eng&query=gratitude

Every night after I read my scriptures, I take just a few minutes to write about one thing I feel grateful for that day. Because the pages are small, there’s no pressure to write a lot, but I have to be creative to think of something new to be grateful for every day.
https://www.lds.org/new-era/2006/11/instant-messages/my-gratitude-journal?lang=eng&query=gratitude

The Lord wants you to have a spirit of gratitude in all you do and say. Live with a spirit of thanksgiving and you will have greater happiness and satisfaction in life. Gratitude will turn your heart to the Lord and help you recognize His influence and blessings in your life. Even in your most difficult times, you can find much to be grateful for. Doing so will strengthen and bless you.
https://www.lds.org/youth/for-the-strength-of-youth/gratitude?lang=eng

A grateful heart … comes through expressing gratitude to our Heavenly Father for His blessings and to those around us for all that they bring into our lives.  - The Divine Gift of Gratitude - President Monson Conference talk Oct. 2010
https://www.lds.org/general-conference/2010/10/the-divine-gift-of-gratitude?lang=eng

And remember it is our Attitude that effects Gratitude!

RELIEF

“After [you] have [prayed], if [you] turn away the needy, and the naked, and visit not the sick and afflicted, and impart of your substance, if [you] have [it], to those who stand in need—I say unto you, … your prayer is vain, and availeth you nothing, and [you] are as hypocrites who do deny the faith.” What a stunning reminder that rich or poor, we are to “do what we can” when others are in need. -  President Holland Conference talk - "Are We Not All Beggars?"  Oct. 2014

https://www.lds.org/general-conference/2014/10/are-we-not-all-beggars?lang=eng

Sweeping the Earth As If a Flood:

This time of year is a great time to share your testimony of the gospel.  You can do this in open conversations with your family and friends or online.  I have seen many friends who use Facebook and Instagram to express gratitude daily. 

I have recently found a new Facebook group called, " Preach My Gospel."  Daily inspirational quotes including conference quotes are posted to the group.  You can share the pictures on your own Facebook page for all your family and friends to see and include your own thoughts as well.  This is what I shared on my Facebook page tonight:

"So grateful the Lord is on our side. He has promised to never leave us. If we put our trust in him things will all work out."

Here is the link to the facebook page:  https://www.facebook.com/PreachMyGospelMissionaryGuide
You can also save the images to use on other social media platforms.

Relief Society Announcements:

Our next Relief Society Activity will be THIS THURSDAY, November 6th.  Please remember to invite those you visit teach and bring your neighbors for a wonderful night out.

Stake Conference is November 8th and 9th. (Next Sunday)

The Ward Christmas Party is December 2nd.

 Recipes on the blog:

Have you seen all the new recipes on the blog?  I just added several soup and crockpot recipes.  Check them out and if you have a recipe you would like to share send them to:  drbennett1@hotmail.com or call or text them to 208-351-7083.

Visit the ward recipe blog:  www.burton4threcipes.blogspot.com

Weekly Update - October 12th - 18th

Faith

Lesson Review:

"Love and Concern For All Our Father's Children"

Chapter 20 - Teachings of the Presidents - Joseph Fielding Smith

Doctrine:

“I think if all men knew and understood who they are, and were aware of the divine source from whence they came, … they would have feelings of kindness and kinship for each other that would change their whole way of living and bring peace on earth.”

 Invitation to Action:

Because God is our Father, we have a natural desire to love and serve him and to be worthy members of his family. We feel an obligation to do what he would have us do, to keep his commandments and live in harmony with the standards of his gospel—all of which are essential parts of true worship.

And because all men are our brothers, we have a desire to love and bless and fellowship them—and this too we accept as an essential part of true worship.

Thus, everything we do in the Church centers around the divine law that we are to love and worship God and serve our fellowmen.

It is no wonder, then, that as a church and as a people we have deep and abiding concern for the welfare of all our Father’s children. We seek their temporal and spiritual well-being along with our own. We pray for them as we do for ourselves, and we try to live so that they, seeing our good works, may be led to glorify our Father who is in heaven. [See Matthew 5:16.]

Promised Blessings:

When we love the Lord with all our hearts and our neighbors as ourselves, we are in harmony with all sacred law.  If we were willing to live in harmony with these two great commandments—and we must do so eventually if we are worthy to live in the presence of God—then wickedness, jealousy, ambition, covetousness, bloodshed, and all sin of every nature would be banished from the earth. Then would come a day of eternal peace and happiness. What a glorious day that would be! We have been endowed with sufficient reason to know that such a state is most desirable and would establish among men the Fatherhood of God and the perfect brotherhood of man

Read or Listen to the entire lesson here:  

https://www.lds.org/manual/teachings-of-presidents-of-the-church-joseph-fielding-smith/chapter-20-love-and-concern-for-all-our-fathers-children?lang=eng

FAMILY

Are you having Family Home Evening?

"We cannot afford to neglect this heaven-inspired program. It can bring spiritual growth to each member of the family, helping him or her to withstand the temptations which are everywhere. The lessons learned in the home are those that last the longest.” - President Monson

RELIEF 

Sweeping the Earth As If a Flood:

Share conference talks and videos with your friends and family.  You can share quotes, video clips or the entire talk by email, Facebook, pintrest, or twitter! 

 https://www.lds.org/general-conference/invite-others?lang=eng

Relief Society Announcements:

Our next Relief Society Activity will be on November 6th.

Stake Conference is November 8th and 9th.

The Ward Christmas Party is December 2nd.

Congratulations to Jacob and Jen Walz who use to live in our ward.  They have recently welcomed Kinzlee Walz born July 18!

 Recipes on the blog


Don't forget to share your recipes for yummy soups and casseroles.  If you have a recipe you would like to share send them to:  drbennett1@hotmail.com or call or text them to 208-351-7083.


Visit the ward recipe blog:  www.burton4threcipes.blogspot.com


October Lesson Schedule:

4^th and 5^th – General Conference

12^th – Joseph Fielding Smith #20 – Love and Concern for All Our Father’s Children

19^th – Joseph Fielding Smith #22 – Prayer – a Commandment and a Blessing

26^th – Teachings For Our Time