Leadership Training

Merry Christmas

Sisters,

I have watched the video “He is the Gift” several times this last week, and it such a great reminder of the greatest Gift we have been given by our loving Heavenly Father. Maybe we can’t change the commercialism of Christmas, but we can CHANGE OUR HEARTS.  During this wonderful season, take time to ponder the blessings that are ours as a result of Christ’s birth, teachings, atonement and resurrection. It is all tied together in a “complete” GIFT to us. We feel love and appreciation for the way you serve each other and bless the lives of those within your influence. May you all enjoy the blessings of love and joy each day.  We love you and wish you Merry Christmas!

The Stake RS Presidency, 

Sis. Samantha Kirby

Sunday Lessons

Our Church Leaders have encouraged us to use more member participation in teaching our Sunday lessons. They will not make any printed changes to the curriculum in 2015, but will have a new curriculum in 2016 for the Relief Society and Priesthood that will follow the “Come Unto Christ” format that the YW/YM have been using.  They would like us to begin to try and train our teachers to involve the class members.

Sister Mary Tate, Katy 2^nd Ward, suggested an article from the August 2013 Ensign “Great Questions, Great Discussions” by Jack Lyon.  They have found this article helpful in encouraging more interaction and preparation by both the teacher and the sisters.

https://www.lds.org/liahona/2013/08/great-questions-great-discussions?lang=eng&query=August+2013+%22Great+Questions,+Great+Discussions

Two Books I would also suggest are:

In Tune, by Gerald Lund and Increase in Learning by David R. Bednar.

Houston Temple announcement from President Crane

There will be a 5:30 AM session held the third Friday of every month, starting January 16, 2015. This will be continued as long as sufficient attendance in maintained. Clothing will NOT be available for this early morning session. Family File cards will be available in the credenzas in the 2^nd floor lobby, however, no new family file cards will be able to be printed prior to the 5:30 am session.

Katy Stake changes

There have a been some recent changes in the stake.

Ward name changes:
Katy 3rd changed to Grand Lakes
Katy 4th changed to Cinco West
A new ward was formed named Cross Creek

We’d like to acknowledge and welcome the new Relief Society Presidencies from Bear Creek and from the newly organized ward of Cross Creek.

Terri Farnsworth - Bear Creek Ward
craigf@colort.com
801-558-5988

Marie Robertson - Cross Creek Ward
ep.robertson@yahoo.com
208-521-2375

Provident Living updates

We are excited to announce that Sister Dolan will be sharing her wealth of 
knowledge on canning, food storage and more in 2015!!

Please save the date for a Stake RS Preparedness Fair on February 28th. Details to follow.
Virginia will be scheduling a 5th Sunday date to come and teach the RS and Priesthood in your wards.

Christmas Devotional

December 7 –  First Presidency Christmas Devotional broadcast at 7 pm CST.  

The devotional will be broadcast at the Stake Center, on BYUtv, or online at LDS.org 

and Mormon Channel (YouTube, mobile app, Roku).

Leadership Training Meeting

February 19, 2015

7 PM

Leadership Training Meeting

Stake Center

*When planning your 2015 Enrichment activities please plan accordingly.

The Peter Potential

Just a reminder to read and pass on The Peter Principle book.  
It has a beautiful message and the note in the front can easily be taken off for passing along.   

A great idea :)

Using the Family History Center for an Enrichment activity is a great idea! 

Katy 1^st is doing it Nov. 13,  if you would like to learn from their experience.