Wards
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COVID19 Update – 03/28
We want to express our love and appreciation for each one of you. These are unprecedented times and the strain of homeschooling, telecommuting and social isolation can be challenging to say the least. We are thankful for those who are finding creative ways to reach out to others through phone calls, texting, video chats and other small acts of service. Here are 3 items of importance for this week: 1. Temporary suspension of sacrament services – In light of the Governor’s Directive and Mayor Mendenhall’s Order, the area presidency has indicated that we cannot have members take the Sacrament to the homes of other members. Accordingly, the Stake Presidency has decided to…
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Bishopric Message – 03/22
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…
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Things to Do While Self-Quarantined
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…
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Be Careful – Scam Alert
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
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Provident Living – Emergency Preparedness
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…
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Bishopric message
Dear Sisters and Brothers: What a memorable week it has been! Who would have ever imagined living through a worldwide pandemic and experiencing a significant earthquake all in the same week! We are certainly learning to become more resilient and more dependent on our own faith. With the recent suspension of church meetings, there are a few adjustments to our worship patterns. Administering the Sacrament – Starting tomorrow we would like any member who would like to have the sacrament in their home to receive it. Any home with an Elder or Priest is authorized to administer the sacrament. For the remainder, your Ministering Brothers are authorized to administer the…
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Bishop Wallis – Message
What a time we are living in. I was comforted by the prophet’s message of hope that he shared yesterday. President Nelson stated: “Our Heavenly Father and His Son, Jesus Christ, know us, love us and are watching over us. Of that, we can be certain…these unique challenges will pass in due time. I remain optimistic for the future. I know the great and marvelous blessings that God has in store for those who love Him and serve Him. I see evidence of His hand in this holy work in so many ways. So, during these uncertain times, be comforted by this promise from the Savior, He said, “I the…
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COVID19 Update – 03/21
Thank you so much for your care and concern for one another. It was truly inspiring to hear the ministering reports from our Elders Quorum and Relief Society leaders today in our virtual ward council! In an effort to continue to minister to you all during these uncertain times we will be sending out a weekly letter that will hopefully lift your spirits and help you feel of our Savior’s love for you. We will also include any announcements or relevant new information we receive from our church leaders. Here are a few items for this week: Sacrament – As you are aware, the stake elected not to offer the…
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Bishopric message
In an October 2018 General Conference address, President Russel M. Nelson’s encouraged us to make an adjustment to our pattern of thinking that “church is something that happens in our meetinghouses”. He said “it is time for a home-centered Church, supported by what takes place inside our branch, ward, and stake buildings”. It hardly seems like a coincidence that 18 months later the COVID 19 pandemic has required us to put this into practice as we are unable to gather together in our meetinghouse. Fortunately, we have had time to prepare ourselves and our families for this period of uncertainty. We have the resources of “Come, Follow Me”, and the…