Bishopric Message To say that we live in a unique era is an understatement.  Our society is facing challenges not seen collectively for generations.  Through it all, we are learning how to communicate and connect with our families, with each other and with our Father in Heaven.   During a virtual Ward Council Meeting today (not your typical meeting format), our caring leaders suggested that we might do well to have more frequent communications.  To that end, you may see the newsletter come a little more frequently than monthly.  We hope this will provide you a respite from the unusual circumstances surrounding us.             Our message today comes from Rabbi Yosef…

Contribution by Sister Nancy Miles Ok. We are all concerned about getting too close to anyone, due to the Coronavirus pandemic. Don’t know when we will see anyone or how long it will last. In the meantime, I am reading a lot of good books, cooking and trying new recipes, making a lot of bread, exercising, working on my upcoming cooking classes and new book, walking the dogs, housework, naps, movies, and of course and keeping up with everyone on all social media. Next week I will be doing virtual dinners with friends and family, by way of Skype. I will send an invitation, along with a recipe that we…

Please be aware that scam activity has increased as criminals try to take advantage of the coronavirus situation. Scammers are reaching out by phone, email, and in person. Scams are popping up in many forms from callers claiming you or someone you know has tested positive for having the virus, to false claims about products that prevent or treat the disease. Be wary of anyone asking for your personal information or payment. For more information and tips to protect yourself, check out the following links and other reputable resources:  https://www.consumer.ftc.gov/features/coronavirus-scams-what-ftc-doing https://www.justice.gov/usao-or/pr/us-attorney-shares-tips-avoiding-covid-19-scams-targetingvulnerable-populations

Hello Parley’s 5th Ward Community. Welcome once again to the monthly emergency preparedness column. In this month’s column we will be discussing two concepts, the first is dealing with the emotional effects of isolation and the second is starting a container potato garden. The effects and impact of isolation and separation are real. But we need to remember at this time, that while we are practicing physical social separation we are not completely cut off from friends, family, neighbors, and ward members. Reaching out over text is fine, but a FaceTime or Duo video call can be much more engaging and therapeutic. If you are looking to connect with a…