Welcome, my 3rd Ward Sisters, to the New Year!!
New Year’s Day is my favorite day of the year! To me, it holds the promise of starting over, a brand new chapter with blank pages to fill, a clean slate, an empty calendar to fill! I feel I can lift up my weary head, finding strength to bear my burdens, as if I’ve been given another chance to try again, to make a change, or as the inspiring words of the song, “Ring Out Wild Bells”, tell us: “...Ring out the old, Ring in the new, Ring happy bells across the snow…Ring out the false, Ring in the true…Ring in the valiant men and free, the larger heart, the kindlier hand, Ring out the darkness in the land, Ring in the Christ that is to be…”
I love the words, “Ring out the darkness in the land, Ring in the Christ that is to be…”. In order for us to begin to “Ring out” the darkness in our lives, we need to look to our Savior, Jesus Christ, who is the light of the world. He is the one who will lead us to eternal life. He is the one who will show us what we need to be doing to feel His peace in our lives.
Mosiah tells us: “Therefore, I would that ye should be steadfast and immovable, always abounding in good works, that Christ,…may seal you his…” (Mos 5:15)
What does it mean to be steadfast and immovable? Elder Bednar tells us that “…a building or structure that is stable and steadfast and immovable must be built upon a strong foundation. If you and I desire to become disciples of the Master, we must build appropriately and effectively upon Him as our foundation.” “…and when the devil shall send forth his mighty winds, yea, his shafts in the whirlwind, yea, when all his hail and his mighty storm shall beat upon you, it shall have no power over you to drag you down to the gulf of misery and endless wo, because of the rock upon which you are built, which is a sure foundation, a foundation whereon if men build they cannot fall.” (Hel 5:12)
What does it mean to be “always abounding in good works”? I propose that it is more than just giving service to each other. It is following in the Savior’s footsteps, recognizing that each one of us is “…His workmanship, created in [Him] unto good works, which God has before ordained that we should walk in them”. (Eph 2:10) We look to the Savior’s example in the scriptures to find out what those “good works” are, and then we “walk in them” – prayer, scripture study, obedience, exercising Faith, being converted, hearkening to the prophets, practicing repentance and forgiveness, and patience and endurance. It is being valiant, courageous, and full of gratitude. It is being prepared. Most of all it is “…being willing with all diligence to keep the commandments of the Lord…” (3 Ne 6:14), and finally, “laboring exceedingly for the welfare and safety of [our] people” (Alma 48:12)
Sisters, I encourage each of you to “Ring out the darkness in your lives, and Ring in the Christ”, being steadfast and immovable, repairing, strengthening, and building your foundation on the “rock of our Redeemer, who is Christ, the Son of God…” (Hel 5:12)
We, as a presidency, love you and pray for you! We recognize and appreciate your good hearts, your kind words, and all the service that you give! Thank you so much!
With love…Robbyn England
Tuesday, February 8, 2011
December Message
Dearest Sisters,
As I consider how quickly the year is coming to a close and wonder if I have done all I set out to do-if I have accomplished my goals and grown in testimony and love of the Savior – I ponder what the new year may bring and think of the words of Louise Fletcher Tarkington:
“I wish that there were some wonderful place in the Land of Beginning Again
Where all our mistakes and all our heartaches and all of our poor selfish grief
Could be dropped like a shabby old coat at the door and never be put on again.
We would find all the things we intended to do but forgot,
And remembered too late:
Little praises unspoken, little promises broken, and all of the thousand and one
Little duties neglected that might have perfected the day for one less fortunate.
It wouldn’t be possible not to be kind in the Land of Beginning Again
And the ones we misjudged and the ones whom we grudged
Their moments of victory here,
Would find in the grasp of our loving hand-clasp,
More than penitent lips could explain.
For what had been hardest we’d know had been best,
And what had seemed loss would be gain;
For there isn’t a sting that will not take wing,
When we’ve faced it and laughed it away;
And I think that the laughter is most what we’re after
In the Land of Beginning Again.” And so on –
As sisters in Relief Society we have enjoyed a year of “Finding Joy” in so many areas and one particular lesson that Sister Hadfield taught us is still vivid in my memory in that we “choose to be happy regardless of what circumstances we face in life and not be discouraged.” All of our lessons through the year have pointed us in ways where we can find joy.
We have opportunities to begin again as we face each new day with courage – each new year with added commitment to strengthening our own conversion. Thank goodness for Christmas! Where we are reminded of the Savior’s love for all of our Heavenly Father’s children and the reminder to think of others and share that love that we receive from him. The Lord in trying to teach Simon Peter said, “Satan hath desired to sift you as wheat: but I have PRAYED FOR THEE, that thy faith fail not: and when thou art converted, strengthen thy brethren.” (sisters too) Could the Savior be praying for us as well? Do we sometimes feel we are being “sifted as wheat”? Conversion is a step by step process. Striving for strong testimony day by day.
As we focus our attention in the coming year on doing those things that help our testimonies to grow and having that faith that the Lord is praying for us and wants us to succeed, we can find lasting joy in helping others and lifting their burdens. There is great need all around us – can we each find time to reach out and share that love and in doing so have a wonderful Christmas and Happy New Year.
Thank you for your love and support to us as your sisters in Relief Society.
Zelma Christensen
As I consider how quickly the year is coming to a close and wonder if I have done all I set out to do-if I have accomplished my goals and grown in testimony and love of the Savior – I ponder what the new year may bring and think of the words of Louise Fletcher Tarkington:
“I wish that there were some wonderful place in the Land of Beginning Again
Where all our mistakes and all our heartaches and all of our poor selfish grief
Could be dropped like a shabby old coat at the door and never be put on again.
We would find all the things we intended to do but forgot,
And remembered too late:
Little praises unspoken, little promises broken, and all of the thousand and one
Little duties neglected that might have perfected the day for one less fortunate.
It wouldn’t be possible not to be kind in the Land of Beginning Again
And the ones we misjudged and the ones whom we grudged
Their moments of victory here,
Would find in the grasp of our loving hand-clasp,
More than penitent lips could explain.
For what had been hardest we’d know had been best,
And what had seemed loss would be gain;
For there isn’t a sting that will not take wing,
When we’ve faced it and laughed it away;
And I think that the laughter is most what we’re after
In the Land of Beginning Again.” And so on –
As sisters in Relief Society we have enjoyed a year of “Finding Joy” in so many areas and one particular lesson that Sister Hadfield taught us is still vivid in my memory in that we “choose to be happy regardless of what circumstances we face in life and not be discouraged.” All of our lessons through the year have pointed us in ways where we can find joy.
We have opportunities to begin again as we face each new day with courage – each new year with added commitment to strengthening our own conversion. Thank goodness for Christmas! Where we are reminded of the Savior’s love for all of our Heavenly Father’s children and the reminder to think of others and share that love that we receive from him. The Lord in trying to teach Simon Peter said, “Satan hath desired to sift you as wheat: but I have PRAYED FOR THEE, that thy faith fail not: and when thou art converted, strengthen thy brethren.” (sisters too) Could the Savior be praying for us as well? Do we sometimes feel we are being “sifted as wheat”? Conversion is a step by step process. Striving for strong testimony day by day.
As we focus our attention in the coming year on doing those things that help our testimonies to grow and having that faith that the Lord is praying for us and wants us to succeed, we can find lasting joy in helping others and lifting their burdens. There is great need all around us – can we each find time to reach out and share that love and in doing so have a wonderful Christmas and Happy New Year.
Thank you for your love and support to us as your sisters in Relief Society.
Zelma Christensen
Sunday, November 7, 2010
November Message
I love fall! I love the change in the air, the brilliant colors of the leaves falling from the trees! I love it when the clouds break apart after a rain, and there’s that beautiful blue in the sky that you only see in the season of fall! It seems to me a more brilliant blue, which coordinates so beautifully with the whites and grays in the clouds, and the yellows, oranges, reds, golds, browns, and greens of fall! This time of year always is a significant time of change for me. Summer is over, school has begun, the holidays are just around the corner, and another year is winding down to a close. It signals to me that a new routine is needed to get into the swing of the things of life.
I don’t know about you, but I have felt overwhelmed by all the changes in the ward in the past few months! As I think about the “new 3rd Ward”, I can’t help but compare it to this time of year! This “new ward” is like the arrival of the fall season! It is here! The “old ward” is gone away! It was beautiful, and it had its time and season. Now we are in a “new season”, full of beautiful color and bursting with possibility! It is a significant change and a needed change! And most of all we are so blessed to be a part of this wonderful change!
I pray that each one of you sisters would recognize that you are a significant part of this beautiful ward Relief Society, no matter where you serve and no matter what your circumstances! Each one of you is one of those brilliant “colors of fall”, which coordinate so beautifully together! We are not strangers! Recognize that each of you are daughters of our Heavenly Father and you love him! We are sisters in Zion, sisters in the gospel, beautiful Relief Society sisters, and friends, belonging to an inspired and powerful organization of unity, compassionate care-giving, and love!
We can strengthen ourselves individually and as a “new ward” family through these beautiful principles. We can do this with a phone call, a visit, a smile and “hello” on Sunday or wherever you are, or just simply introducing yourself to or sitting by someone new. Think about your visiting teaching “sister friends”, and ask Heavenly Father how you can get to know them better, and serve them more fully. Even though we all appreciate a plate of treats or a meal (and I do!), be willing to pray and be sensitive to the promptings of the Spirit, and then go outside yourselves and your normal routine, and follow the Savior’s example:
“‘Come Follow Me’, the Savior said,
Then let us in his footsteps tread.
For thus alone can we be one,
With God’s own loved Begotten Son”. (Hymn #116 – Matt 22: 36-40)
He did not give one pat answer or a loaf of bread on every occasion, but he did give the kind of service that precisely fit the needs of those he so sensitively perceived. “If the people had a physical need he fed them. Sometimes he healed them or calmed a storm. If they had an emotional need that was crying out, he listened or taught a principle. He prayed with them, and sometimes wept with them.” (Lori Boyer, Compassionate Service: With or Without a Casserole”, Jan Ensign 1985)
Please know we are here for each of you. Please reach out and be there for each other, for that is the great work of our Father in Heaven and inspiration of Relief Society. Please know that you are a special daughter of our Heavenly Father, with unique spiritual gifts that will help you grow in your testimony and help you to strengthen the testimonies of those around you! We love you, we are praying for you, and we appreciate all that you do!
With love, Sister Robbyn England
I don’t know about you, but I have felt overwhelmed by all the changes in the ward in the past few months! As I think about the “new 3rd Ward”, I can’t help but compare it to this time of year! This “new ward” is like the arrival of the fall season! It is here! The “old ward” is gone away! It was beautiful, and it had its time and season. Now we are in a “new season”, full of beautiful color and bursting with possibility! It is a significant change and a needed change! And most of all we are so blessed to be a part of this wonderful change!
I pray that each one of you sisters would recognize that you are a significant part of this beautiful ward Relief Society, no matter where you serve and no matter what your circumstances! Each one of you is one of those brilliant “colors of fall”, which coordinate so beautifully together! We are not strangers! Recognize that each of you are daughters of our Heavenly Father and you love him! We are sisters in Zion, sisters in the gospel, beautiful Relief Society sisters, and friends, belonging to an inspired and powerful organization of unity, compassionate care-giving, and love!
We can strengthen ourselves individually and as a “new ward” family through these beautiful principles. We can do this with a phone call, a visit, a smile and “hello” on Sunday or wherever you are, or just simply introducing yourself to or sitting by someone new. Think about your visiting teaching “sister friends”, and ask Heavenly Father how you can get to know them better, and serve them more fully. Even though we all appreciate a plate of treats or a meal (and I do!), be willing to pray and be sensitive to the promptings of the Spirit, and then go outside yourselves and your normal routine, and follow the Savior’s example:
“‘Come Follow Me’, the Savior said,
Then let us in his footsteps tread.
For thus alone can we be one,
With God’s own loved Begotten Son”. (Hymn #116 – Matt 22: 36-40)
He did not give one pat answer or a loaf of bread on every occasion, but he did give the kind of service that precisely fit the needs of those he so sensitively perceived. “If the people had a physical need he fed them. Sometimes he healed them or calmed a storm. If they had an emotional need that was crying out, he listened or taught a principle. He prayed with them, and sometimes wept with them.” (Lori Boyer, Compassionate Service: With or Without a Casserole”, Jan Ensign 1985)
Please know we are here for each of you. Please reach out and be there for each other, for that is the great work of our Father in Heaven and inspiration of Relief Society. Please know that you are a special daughter of our Heavenly Father, with unique spiritual gifts that will help you grow in your testimony and help you to strengthen the testimonies of those around you! We love you, we are praying for you, and we appreciate all that you do!
With love, Sister Robbyn England
October message
Dearest Sisters,
Children In primary learn a beautiful song entitled, “I Love to See Temple.” The words are:
I love to see the Temple. I’m going there someday
To feel the Holy Spirit, to listen and to pray.
For the temple is a house of God, A place of love and Beauty.
I’ll prepare myself while I am young; this is my sacred duty.
I love to see the temple. I’ll go inside some day.
I’ll covenant with my Father; I’ll promise to obey.
For the temple is a holy place, where we are sealed together.
As a child of God, I’ve learned this truth: A family is forever.
As a children of God, many of us have been to the Lord’s temple. We have seen the love and beauty that abounds in our temples. We have made those sacred covenants with our Heavenly father and we have been sealed together with our families forever. How blessed we are to live in the time when the Gospel of Jesus Christ has been restored to the earth and temples now dot the entire earth.
As a new temple worker , I look forward to each Wednesday when I know Blaine and I will be working and serving in the Portland temple. I love to see all the patrons as they come to serve that day in the temple of the Lord, and to “covenant with their Father and obey.” How blessed we are to have a temple within 25 minutes of our homes.
As the song says,” we prepare ourselves, to go inside one day”. It is my prayer that each of us, as children of our Heavenly Father, will make a commitment in going to the temple often; whether it be to visit the grounds and study and pray with our families, to do baptisms for the dead, to take out our endowments, to do endowment work for the dead, or to be sealed with our families forever. May we all share in the “JOY OF THE TEMPLE.”
With great love,
Sister Judy Stevenson
Children In primary learn a beautiful song entitled, “I Love to See Temple.” The words are:
I love to see the Temple. I’m going there someday
To feel the Holy Spirit, to listen and to pray.
For the temple is a house of God, A place of love and Beauty.
I’ll prepare myself while I am young; this is my sacred duty.
I love to see the temple. I’ll go inside some day.
I’ll covenant with my Father; I’ll promise to obey.
For the temple is a holy place, where we are sealed together.
As a child of God, I’ve learned this truth: A family is forever.
As a children of God, many of us have been to the Lord’s temple. We have seen the love and beauty that abounds in our temples. We have made those sacred covenants with our Heavenly father and we have been sealed together with our families forever. How blessed we are to live in the time when the Gospel of Jesus Christ has been restored to the earth and temples now dot the entire earth.
As a new temple worker , I look forward to each Wednesday when I know Blaine and I will be working and serving in the Portland temple. I love to see all the patrons as they come to serve that day in the temple of the Lord, and to “covenant with their Father and obey.” How blessed we are to have a temple within 25 minutes of our homes.
As the song says,” we prepare ourselves, to go inside one day”. It is my prayer that each of us, as children of our Heavenly Father, will make a commitment in going to the temple often; whether it be to visit the grounds and study and pray with our families, to do baptisms for the dead, to take out our endowments, to do endowment work for the dead, or to be sealed with our families forever. May we all share in the “JOY OF THE TEMPLE.”
With great love,
Sister Judy Stevenson
September Message
Dearest Sisters,
Last week in Evening Relief Society we were wonderfully taught to “FIND JOY IN CHANGE”. I sat back and thoroughly enjoyed Sister Shirley and her recently returned missionary son Madsen describe the benefits of being flexible to change in our lives. Little did I know of the change that was soon to occur in my own life? Service in Relief Society can be a life changing challenge and I hope and pray that I am capable of that challenge as I learn the duties of Relief Society President.
Sisters Hadfield, Aschieris, Stevenson and Fowler have been tireless in providing a wonderful and spirit filled program for us. Our hearts wish them well in new callings. My great desire is that we can continue the Lord’s plan for the sisters and reach out to all of you. First we must become acquainted and I hope that soon we will.
How blessed we are to have the Gospel in our lives and be led by priesthood leaders that carry out the Lord’s plan for our Heavenly Fathers children. As we listen to their counsel, we come to realize that in following the principles of Provident Living and staying close to the Lord, we are a happier people and the stresses of life in a changing world are less frightening. Perhaps now is the time to be seriously practicing what we hear from our leaders – enjoy the benefits of paying a full tithing, avoid unnecessary debt, set aside some food, use resources wisely. How often did we hear from President Hinckley the counsel to “Use it up, wear it out, make it do or do without.” A tidy, well kept cottage can be more comfortable than a mansion full of worldly goods bought on credit.
A favorite story from the scriptures is of Joseph in Egypt. Because of his obedience to righteous principles, he was blessed by the Lord in devising a plan of provident management for the survival of the people of Egypt during a great seven year famine. In doing so, he won the favor of the Pharaoh and was granted permission to bring his family, the House of Israel into Egypt and they were saved from the famine.
With faith in the Lord’s promises, we can take joy in following our leaders counsel. President Monson reminds us that “The future is as bright as your faith.” May we all exercise great faith in following our leaders and realize the blessings of provident living.
With great love,
Zelma Christensen
Last week in Evening Relief Society we were wonderfully taught to “FIND JOY IN CHANGE”. I sat back and thoroughly enjoyed Sister Shirley and her recently returned missionary son Madsen describe the benefits of being flexible to change in our lives. Little did I know of the change that was soon to occur in my own life? Service in Relief Society can be a life changing challenge and I hope and pray that I am capable of that challenge as I learn the duties of Relief Society President.
Sisters Hadfield, Aschieris, Stevenson and Fowler have been tireless in providing a wonderful and spirit filled program for us. Our hearts wish them well in new callings. My great desire is that we can continue the Lord’s plan for the sisters and reach out to all of you. First we must become acquainted and I hope that soon we will.
How blessed we are to have the Gospel in our lives and be led by priesthood leaders that carry out the Lord’s plan for our Heavenly Fathers children. As we listen to their counsel, we come to realize that in following the principles of Provident Living and staying close to the Lord, we are a happier people and the stresses of life in a changing world are less frightening. Perhaps now is the time to be seriously practicing what we hear from our leaders – enjoy the benefits of paying a full tithing, avoid unnecessary debt, set aside some food, use resources wisely. How often did we hear from President Hinckley the counsel to “Use it up, wear it out, make it do or do without.” A tidy, well kept cottage can be more comfortable than a mansion full of worldly goods bought on credit.
A favorite story from the scriptures is of Joseph in Egypt. Because of his obedience to righteous principles, he was blessed by the Lord in devising a plan of provident management for the survival of the people of Egypt during a great seven year famine. In doing so, he won the favor of the Pharaoh and was granted permission to bring his family, the House of Israel into Egypt and they were saved from the famine.
With faith in the Lord’s promises, we can take joy in following our leaders counsel. President Monson reminds us that “The future is as bright as your faith.” May we all exercise great faith in following our leaders and realize the blessings of provident living.
With great love,
Zelma Christensen
August Message
Dearest Sisters,
Change is inevitable; sometimes the changes in our lives are welcome and bring us joy. Other times they are unexpected and catch us off guard and cause us frustration, grief and even pain. Some people say that change is the only constant in our lives. While it is true that change is constant, there is another constant in our lives. This is the love of our Heavenly Father and our Savior, Jesus Christ. They are there for us in our joys and in our sorrows.
As I reflect on my life, there have been many things that have turned out different than I had planned or expected. In May of 2007 our family was living in Colorado; my husband was sick and unemployed due to those health related issues. My oldest son had decided to join the Air Force after his fist year of college. I found no end to our difficult times. Even though I couldn’t see the end, with the help of my youngest son’s unwavering faith and wonderful visiting teachers, I could still feel my Savior’s love.
By mid June 2007, our family unexpectedly moved to Vancouver, WA to help with the family business. In three short and blessed years my husband is working, my oldest son is faithfully serving a mission, and my youngest son is preparing to serve. It is easy to feel our Savior’s love through the many changes that bring us joy. It can be more challenging when our changes are difficult or disrupt our lives. I encourage each of us to strive to feel our Savior’s love in all the changes of our lives, especially when they seem more than we can bear.
Sisters I love each of you, and thank you for strengthening me and helping me to feel my Savior’s love through the changes that happen in my life.
With love,
Sister Shari Aschieris
Change is inevitable; sometimes the changes in our lives are welcome and bring us joy. Other times they are unexpected and catch us off guard and cause us frustration, grief and even pain. Some people say that change is the only constant in our lives. While it is true that change is constant, there is another constant in our lives. This is the love of our Heavenly Father and our Savior, Jesus Christ. They are there for us in our joys and in our sorrows.
As I reflect on my life, there have been many things that have turned out different than I had planned or expected. In May of 2007 our family was living in Colorado; my husband was sick and unemployed due to those health related issues. My oldest son had decided to join the Air Force after his fist year of college. I found no end to our difficult times. Even though I couldn’t see the end, with the help of my youngest son’s unwavering faith and wonderful visiting teachers, I could still feel my Savior’s love.
By mid June 2007, our family unexpectedly moved to Vancouver, WA to help with the family business. In three short and blessed years my husband is working, my oldest son is faithfully serving a mission, and my youngest son is preparing to serve. It is easy to feel our Savior’s love through the many changes that bring us joy. It can be more challenging when our changes are difficult or disrupt our lives. I encourage each of us to strive to feel our Savior’s love in all the changes of our lives, especially when they seem more than we can bear.
Sisters I love each of you, and thank you for strengthening me and helping me to feel my Savior’s love through the changes that happen in my life.
With love,
Sister Shari Aschieris
Sunday, July 4, 2010
July Message
Dearest Sisters,
“For behold, this is a land which is choice above all other lands….”
Ether 2:10
July is one of my favorite times of the year. I love to celebrate the freedom we have here in America…the Land of the Free. I love decorating my home for the 4th of July….I love singing the beautiful patriotic songs….I love to display the flag…I love the colors red, white and blue….I love being an American an the freedoms that we enjoy!
Today, there are many Americans who do not have a strong patriotic love for our country. It is now more important than ever, to teach our children to have a love and respect for America. Listed below are some ways we can teach our children about the freedom we enjoy:
1. Display the flag on all the patriotic holidays and if preferred all the time.
2. Explain the meaning of our flag and our Pledge of Allegiance.
3. Sing patriotic songs often…especially during the holidays.
4. Share stories of those who help found the United States of America.
5. Attend the Veteran’s Day Parade, Fourth of July Parades, and the 24th of July parade when in Utah.
6. Send Patriotic e-mails to family members
7. Enjoy with your family the beautiful fireworks and program given each year here in Vancouver.
8. When on vacation, visit some of the historical sites in America.
9. When saying your family prayers, remember to say “thank you” for the country that we live in and the freedom that we have.
10. Periodically have family home evenings on our country and our freedom.
No matter what time of the year it is, we should always cherish our freedom. The Lord prepared this land for us, a land where we can be free. Elder Richard G. Scott was quoted as saying (from a Vancouver Stake Freedom Fireside), “Freedom is perishable. It requires no effort to enjoy freedom, but it requires heroic measures to preserve it. It can be lost through ingratitude, selfishness, and violation of the laws of God. It can only be maintained through sacrifice, appreciation and humble recognition that freedom in this land was established and has been preserved by the Lord for His righteous purposes.”
May we all learn more this month as we “find joy freedom and choice” this month in Relief Society.
Sincerely, Judy Stevenson
“For behold, this is a land which is choice above all other lands….”
Ether 2:10
July is one of my favorite times of the year. I love to celebrate the freedom we have here in America…the Land of the Free. I love decorating my home for the 4th of July….I love singing the beautiful patriotic songs….I love to display the flag…I love the colors red, white and blue….I love being an American an the freedoms that we enjoy!
Today, there are many Americans who do not have a strong patriotic love for our country. It is now more important than ever, to teach our children to have a love and respect for America. Listed below are some ways we can teach our children about the freedom we enjoy:
1. Display the flag on all the patriotic holidays and if preferred all the time.
2. Explain the meaning of our flag and our Pledge of Allegiance.
3. Sing patriotic songs often…especially during the holidays.
4. Share stories of those who help found the United States of America.
5. Attend the Veteran’s Day Parade, Fourth of July Parades, and the 24th of July parade when in Utah.
6. Send Patriotic e-mails to family members
7. Enjoy with your family the beautiful fireworks and program given each year here in Vancouver.
8. When on vacation, visit some of the historical sites in America.
9. When saying your family prayers, remember to say “thank you” for the country that we live in and the freedom that we have.
10. Periodically have family home evenings on our country and our freedom.
No matter what time of the year it is, we should always cherish our freedom. The Lord prepared this land for us, a land where we can be free. Elder Richard G. Scott was quoted as saying (from a Vancouver Stake Freedom Fireside), “Freedom is perishable. It requires no effort to enjoy freedom, but it requires heroic measures to preserve it. It can be lost through ingratitude, selfishness, and violation of the laws of God. It can only be maintained through sacrifice, appreciation and humble recognition that freedom in this land was established and has been preserved by the Lord for His righteous purposes.”
May we all learn more this month as we “find joy freedom and choice” this month in Relief Society.
Sincerely, Judy Stevenson
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