Sunday's Lesson: Ward Conference: Dating

This Sunday we had a joint RS/EQ combined lesson where the stake presidency addressed our questions about dating and relationships. They spoke of the need we as women have to say yes to the men who ask us on dates- and they issued a challenge for the men to ask one girl a week on a date. They also discussed how to know how to proceed in a relationship and other important parts of dating/marriage.

Sunday's Lesson: Redemption for the Dead

This Sunday the RS lesson came from Chapter 35 in the Joseph Smith book. We talked about the necessity of doing ordinances for those who have passed on. We spoke of the importance of this doctrine and the strength it gives us in dealing with death.
The SS lessons addressed the idea of seeking learning We talked about the different types of learning both secular and nonsecular.
So, as always, if you didn't have time to comment, or have thought of something new, please post your comments (you can always comment anonymously)

Peace Be to You.

In thinking about this week's scripture topic (sorry I am posting this so late in the week) I have been contemplating peace, and the difficulty we all have in finding it in this world. The Lord said, "Peace I leave with you, my peace I give unto you: not as the world giveth, give I unto you. Let not your heart be troubled, neither let it be afraid." John 14:27 What does that mean to you? What is the difference between worldly and godly peace?
There is a song I have always loved called "E'en So Lord Jesus Quickly Come" which speaks peace to my soul when I am having a difficult time. The words are as follows:
Peace be to you, and grace from Him
Who freed us from our sin,
Who loved us all, and shed His blood
That we might saved be.

Sing Holy, Holy to the Lord,
The Lord, Almighty God,
Who was, and is, and is to come;
Sing Holy, Holy Lord!

Rejoice in Heaven, all ye that dwell therein;
Rejoice on earth, ye saints below.
For Christ is coming, is coming soon;
For Christ is coming soon!

E'en so, Lord Jesus, quickly come,
And night shall be no more.
They need no light, nor lamp, nor sun
For Christ will be their All.

Sunday's Lesson: The Power of Forgiving

Sunday's Lesson was chapter 34 in the Joseph Smith manual.
In RS we talked about what goes in to forgiveness. We discussed the who, what, when, where, and why of forgiveness. We discussed the difficulties we all face in forgiving both ourselves and others. There were many comments- and I know we didn't get to all of them, so comment away- enjoy!

Faith Before Knowledge

Why do you think it is important to have faith in the principles of the gospel before we have knowledge? -Alma 32

Sunday's Lessons: Mind, Body, Spirit and The Second Coming

Today's RS lesson was given by Heather and covered the importance of strengthening our Minds, Bodies, and Spirits. We talked about our spiritual motivation, overcoming the natural man, having joy in our bodies, and the ways Satan attempts to destroy us.
The SS lesson covered the signs of the second coming and how we can prepare for it.
So have at it, comment away. . . if you feel like you didn't get to share something in one of the lessons, now is the time. If you just have more to add. . . fee free, and as always feel free to e-mail me with suggestions at lp1rsliteracy@gmail.com

Sunday's Lesson: The Ward Mission Plan

So yesterday was ward mission plan day. We talked about missionary work, the ward mission plan, and our personal mission plans during all three meetings. Since, it was a non-traditional meeting, I will just post the basics of the ward mission plan, and let everyone talk about missionary work, their experiences, and whatever else they think applies.

Scripture: "It filled my soul with exceedingly great joy; wherefore, I began to be desirous that my family should partake" -1 Nephi 18:12

Ward Mission Plan:
1. Each member will extend at least one invitation per month
2. There will be at least 2 baptismal services in LP1 per month
3. The missionaries will receive at least 3 member referrals each week
4. Each companionship of missionaries will have at least 4 investigators at church
5. At least 5 less-active members will be prayerfully nurtured each month
6. Each member will write a personal mission plan:
a. Open our mouths
b. Make existing church activities missionary opportunities
c. Remember missionary work in each prayer
d. Do your HT/VT
e. Share your experiences