Relief Society 2/19/2023 Newsletter
Message from Sister Kirsten Wood:
Hello Sisters! Happy March!
“When you know and understand how completely you are loved as a child of God, it changes everything.”
-Sister Susan H. Porter
Last weekend I attended a Stake Women’s Conference with a friend in Utah. I came away from the conference with so much hope and healing after learning more about and feeling God’s love for me.
During the meeting they shared a beautiful song about the Lord’s love for us called, “Even When”….
Towards the end of the song, there is a moment where it slows down and tells us that the Lord knows we take time… and He loves us still.
“He doesn't wait for the moment we deserve it
He doesn't hold back His grace till we earn it
No no, He knows we take time
We take time, yes we take time
And He loves us still…”
I hope you will find a quiet moment this week to click the link and watch the beautiful video of the song, played to the backdrop of pictures of our Savior.
I also hope in this moment of stillness, you will feel His deep and abiding love for you. You are SO SO SO precious to Him.
“Even When” —Hilary Weeks
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, March 12, 2023
Our discussion will be led by Sister Mardel Mills, and we will focus on the talk, Lasting Discipleship, By President Steven J. Lund, Young Men General President.
We can find spiritual confidence and peace as we nurture holy habits and righteous routines that can sustain and fuel the fires of our faith.
The Bishop’s Storehouse
The Bishop’s Storehouse food items are now available again for purchase for personal home food storage use. The items can be ordered through providentliving.org.
Upcoming Events
3/7 Quilting 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM at the church. Bring a dish to share for lunch if you would like.
NO BUNKO in March. The next Bunko night will be on 4/12 at Judy Bernards house.
3/15 Cooking and Baking 7:00 PM at the church
3/22 Relief Society Birthday Dinner - “Shine On!” 6:00 PM - 7:30 PM (See details at the bottom of this email). Please share your childhood photo with us. You may bring your photo to Relief Society and we will take a picture of it, or you may email it to Katri Haycock at katrihaycock@gmail.com
3/29 Lunch with the Ladies - 11:30 AM at Hop Creek
3/30 Book Club 7:00 PM at Ginny Frye’s - 16 Ridgetop Way. We are reading “The Maid” by Nita Prose
Looking ahead to Easter Sunday - Members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints will celebrate Easter on Sunday, April 9, 2023, in commemoration of the Atonement and Resurrection of Jesus Christ. Sacrament meeting that day provides an opportunity to feature Christ-centered messages and sacred music. All other Sunday meetings should be canceled that day.
Reminders
Here is the online calendar to feed the elders currently serving in our ward: MISSIONARY DINNERS we appreciate all who have had them in your home. If you are willing to feed them, please click the link to sign up. If you are unsure how to sign up, send a text to 304.668.3051 and Trish will do it for 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.
Upcoming Birthdays - Happy birthday sisters!
5 March Caren McMenamin
6 March Yesenia Hernandez
7 March Leigh Anne Conklin
7 March Pamela McCracken
9 March Mary Curnutt
11 March Crystal Patzer-Hellgren
14 March Patricia Rokahr
14 March Lynn Hecht
14 March Gayle Housman
15 March Judy Edwards
16 March Lynnette Seibert
18 March Ruby Ceballos
20 March Dianna Adrade
20 March Roberta Terry
22 March Carmen Robles Almaguer
24 March Kelli Franz
24 March Genesis Celaya
24 March Tami Dreyer
25 March Maria Alvarez
25 March Joan Downer
26 March Jooyce Lohwasser
28 March Rhonda Chadwick
28 March Keri Fridolfs
29 March Jennifer Leigh
30 March Daniela Lozano Ifran
31 March Cheryl Winn
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.
