Relief Society 1/15/2023 Newsletter
Message from Sister Kelly Cottrell:
Relief Society Presidency Contact Information:
Each member of the Relief Society presidency has stewardship for different areas of our organization. If you have questions or concerns, please make note of each presidency member’s responsibilities so you can contact the appropriate presidency member.
- Kelly Cottrell, President - 206.304.1032 - kellymcottrell@gmail.com
- Cathy Wagner, First Counselor - Missionary Work and Activities - 707.738.4992 - cmwagner860@gmail.com
- Kirsten Wood, Second Counselor - Temple and Family History Work, Education and Sunday Lessons - 801.854.8758 - mickandkirsten@gmail.com
- Lori Candland, RS Service Coordinator - Service Committee Leader - 707.337.0886 - loricandland@gmail.com
- Kathy Frye, RS Ministering Secretary - 707.257.2560 - kathywfrye@gmail.com
- Leigh Anne Conklin, RS Secretary - Presidency Secretary over attendance and newsletter - 707.227.8322 - owieconklin@gmail.com
The Napa Ward Plan
The Napa Ward will seek peace in Christ by
- Learning of Christ
- Listening to his Words
- Walking in the meekness of His Spirit
D&C 19:23 Learn of me, and listen to my words; walk in the meekness of my Spirit, and you shall have peace in me.
Sacrament Service - go to the Napa ward website for the current zoom link.
Relief Society Discussion - Sunday, January 22, 2023
Our discussion leader will be Sister Amanda Frye. The topic of discussion, Overcome the World and Find Rest, By President Russell M. Nelson, President of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints
Find rest from the intensity, uncertainty, and anguish of this world by overcoming the world through your covenants with God.
Temple Cleaning
- Temple cleaning Monday, February 6, 2023 11:46 AM - 2:00 PM. Ten volunteers are needed. Anyone interested please contact Kirsten Wood.
Upcoming Events
- 1/18 7:00 PM Cooking & Baking small group will meet at the church kitchen. There will be a baking demonstration of Chocolate Truffles, to prepare for Valentine's Day! Any questions on this should go to Nani Daniels.
- 1/25 Lunch with the ladies: 11:30 AM at Hop Creek
- 1/25 Book Club 7:00 PM we are meeting at Donna Morgan’s house 152 Bonnie Brook Drive - the book we will be discussing: Shoot the Moon, by Billie Letts.
- The Pickleball small group is still in the planning phase, so no plans for January yet.
Reminders
- Here is the online calendar for feeding the elders currently serving in our ward: MISSIONARY DINNERS I know we are all very busy, but it's been a bit of a struggle getting spots filled. We really appreciate all of you that have had them in your home recently. It is very appreciated. If you are willing and able to feed them, please click the link and sign up. If you are unsure how to sign up, send a text to 304.668.3051 and Trish will do it for you. Thank you.
- Go to napaward.org to see what is going on in the ward, the latest Relief Society messages, and the up to date Zoom link for the Sacrament broadcast. The Zoom link does change every so often, so go to napaward.org if you have trouble getting on.
Message from the Sunday School Presidency
This year we are studying the New Testament as Brother Cottrell explained.
You may have heard our goal of offering a class every Sunday night throughout the year. Do you need to attend each and every, of course not, but if you feel like a bit more each Sunday, join us.
Tired of sitting at home in the rain? Want to gather with people with similar values and really improve your year? Join Ed and Lily Boe, tonight Sunday January 15 at 6 PM in the Relief Society Room as they kick off the Marriage and Family Relations Course. This was extremely successful but interrupted by the pandemic. Come join the conversation!
March 12 - will begin Temple Preparation Class for new converts and those who want to learn more about the Temple. Bill and Jennifer Kastner will moderate this class.
April 30 - Personal Finance
July 23 - Temple and Family History
September 10 - Temple Preparation class
October 29 - Finding Strength in the Lord
Throughout the year we will sprinkle in some Teaching in the Savior's Way and Gospel Essential evenings.
Here's to a fantastic 2023!
Chal and Gerry - Sunday School Presidency
Find Ways to Enhance Your 2023 Gospel Study
“With frightening speed, a testimony that is not nourished daily ‘by the good word of God’ [Moroni 6:4] can crumble. Thus, the antidote to Satan’s scheme is clear: we need daily experiences worshiping the Lord and studying His gospel.”
— President Russell M. Nelson, “The Power of Spiritual Momentum.”
As you embark on your gospel study this year, check out these available resources along with the New Testament 2023 Come, Follow Me manual that can enrich your individual and family study.
Magazine Learning Resources
Church magazines provide content that can help you find answers to gospel questions and enhance your Come, Follow Me study. Additionally, you can read new, inspiring messages from Church leaders and members around the world that can help with life’s challenges. See what is available!
Liahona: Leader messages, gospel basics, member stories, and Come, Follow Me content created for adults to strengthen the faith of individuals and families as they journey along the covenant path in challenging times.
YA Weekly: Messages created by young adults to help young adults find answers to questions and find confidence to face challenges unique to them as they strive to live the gospel of Jesus Christ. (digital only)
For the Strength of Youth: Delivers hope, help, and inspiration to youth everywhere as they build their faith and prepare for their future on the covenant path.
Friend: Find kid-friendly activities, stories, and lesson ideas for each week of Come, Follow Me.
New: Teaching in the Savior’s Way Manual—for All Who Teach at Home and in the Church
The principles described in this resource can help every gospel teacher (parents, ministering brothers and sisters, those with Church teaching callings, and more) teach in the Savior’s way.
Learn to help those you teach focus on Jesus Christ no matter the lesson topic
Learn how to teach like Christ taught
– Love those you teach.
– Follow the Spirit as you teach.
– Get people to participate.
Find tips and suggestions for teaching
– Learn how to teach different groups and personalities.
– See a sample lesson plan.
– Fill out a Christlike teacher personal evaluation.
Upcoming Birthdays - Happy birthday sisters!
15 January Becky Cicconi
15 January Marsha Roos
16 January Michelle Leebert
17 January Consuelo Higdon
18 January Mary Spalding
18 January Elena Vandenburg
19 January Audrey Miller
19 January Elaine Ellis
19 January Diane Hicks
20 January Krista Young
20 January Cheryl Love
20 January Melody Deeny
20 January Krista Reif
20 January Annelisa Carroll
21 January Patty Cole
21 January Joan Jenkins
23 January Phyllis True
24 January Mary Griego
24 January Joan Bowman
25 January Joy Murphy
26 January Judy Bernards
26 January Laura Coffman
26 January Alejandra Espinosa
29 January Brittani Hamilton
30 January Margarita Sigarroa
30 January Cierra McDonald
31 January Carol Bradley
31 January Kim Deeny
31 January Mirna Neli Acevedo Ceballos