Unselfish Service

We all know that this past month most talks and lessons have been based on Sacrifice. Try and think of what you have done for others that was an unselfish service toward either a family member, a close friend or someone you hardly know. Then, think of more ways you can serve your fellow beings.

From My Window: It's Already Groundhog Day!

Everywhere we look—and listen—there are discussions and articles about our failed resolutions for 2011. How are we doing?
Many of us love the concept of “starting over” or “new beginnings.” But Mormon women are tough on themselves; hopefully this year we can “lighten up.”
After years of being disappointed with myself by February--or totally disgusted with my lack of improvement as I looked back each New Year's Eve--I've learned that in making resolutions I just need to figure out how I can improve a bit over the past year. Trying by leaps and bounds to totally transform my life, body, and home never really worked. Last year I was finally able to conquer obstacles that had been my goals every January 1st for decades. Now that I have incorporated these things consistently into my life, I can build on them.
Many times, making daily lists induces stress for me; so I have decided to make weekly task lists. I can prioritize my duties for a week and accomplish them within that time frame--without having to “bump” unfinished jobs into the next day, all week long.
When I keep a clear vision of what I want to accomplish and chart my progress, my goals are not so nebulous. It's just a matter of saying, “This is what I want to accomplish and these are the steps that I've discovered will work for me.”
So as you analyze how you're doing in 2011, just see if you need to make small adjustments and don't be too hard on yourself. Life's most difficult tasks are generally accomplished by small, consistent steps.
Most of Heavenly Father's daughters really are doing much better than they think they are. We just need to appreciate any improvement.

- Dixie Baker

Look not behind thee this new year...

You can't go back and change something in the past so go forth this
new year and try to be a better you everyday.

Merry Christmas!

I hope all of you enjoyed the holiday season with lots of family and delicious food! I know that I did, a week ago today we had our baby girl and couldn't have asked for a better christmas miracle! (Sorry about slacking on the blog but I will be back to updating more often very soon, life has just been a bit crazy.) Here is a little food for thought this holiday season...

I loved the talk given by Dieter F. Uchtdorf at the Christmas Devotional this year. If you didn't get the chance to listen to it you should go to this link and read "Seeing Christmas through New Eyes." It helps you realize what this Christmas season is really all about.

Merry Christmas Relief Society Sisters!

Bishopric Message

With family gatherings taking place and presents being exchanged one underlying message remains constant that spans across religions alike, that is the message of Jesus Christ's birth. I am grateful for the Christmas season where our thoughts turn toward the birth of our Savior Jesus Christ. It was Mary's divine calling to give birth to Jesus Christ. I can imagine that Mary and Joseph felt very overwhelmed by the responsibility they would have to take upon themselves. God trusted in them. As they made their way to Bethlehem they experienced some difficult circumstances. They found themselves without any place to stay for the night. Joseph knew the importance of finding shelter as Mary was about to give birth. Although many innkeepers turned them away it was the compassion of one innkeeper to allow the couple to sleep in the stable. I'm sure that Mary and Joseph were grateful for the generosity of the innkeeper. From that experience we were blessed to receive Jesus Christ into this world. His birth would change the world forever. They prophesy of his birth was fulfilled and many more prophesies would soon follow. His ministry and teachings are the basic foundation of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day-Saints. He stands at the head of the church.
So, I ask the question, who and what are you grateful for? Let's continue the Thanksgiving spirit and think about the temporal and spiritual blessing we have been given by being member's of Christ's church. Have you thought about how your life has been impacted by the birth of Jesus Christ?
I am grateful for my family, especially my wife who loves and always supports me in whatever calling I have fulfilled in the church. I am grateful for the love and support that I have received by everyone in the ward. I know that we have wonderful people in the ward. As we serve each other we become blessed and more unified as brothers and sisters in the church. I love the Christmas season in which we focus our attention more on the birth of our Savior. I wish all of you a Merry Christmas.

From, Bishop Patrick

Attitude of Gratitude

What are you grateful for this Thanksgiving?

Ward Activity Tonight!

The Ward Pie Social Game Night is tonight at 7:00 pm at the Church!

Bring a Pie and your favorite game to share! Don't miss out on all the Yummy pies!