December 2008

December Lessons
December 7 Presidency Lesson
Teacher: Sandy Levinson
December 14 Joseph Smith Lesson #21
The Second Coming of the Millennium
Teacher: Camilla Lloyd
December 21 Joseph Smith Lesson #22
Gaining Knowledge of Eternal Truths
Teacher: Myrna Clark
December 28 Conference Talk
“Come to Zion” by Elder D. Todd Christofferson given at the Saturday afternoon session
Teacher: Ramona Ford

December Activities
December 4 Stake Temple Day
December 11 Ward Christmas Dinner 6:30 p.m. We are going to have the fun feasting activity we mentioned in November’s newsletter. We want to show our love for our ancestors and our heritage by sharing our favorite dishes that come from the areas of the world our ancestors came from. If you would prefer, just bring your favorite dish. Most important bring yourself, your family and a neighbor.
December 25 Christmas Day

The Lady of the Month
This month we are highlighting Sister Sandy Levenson. Sister Levenson has generously provided an interesting story of her life; including her birth, her introduction and conversion to the Church, how she met her husband and a sampling of her church callings. This fascinating story can be seen on the Newsletter blog site: http://www.springviewreliefsociety.blogspot.com/

Christmas Giving
Considering the economic conditions we are living in today, not to mention the advise we have been receiving concerning prudent living and preparedness, it would be a good idea to incorporate these ideas into our Christmas giving. Giving something homemade adds a special personal touch to the gift – making it something that could be used in food storage/family preparedness would make it even better. Some ideas include homemade mixes put in festive containers.

Basic Muffins (1 dozen)
Mix:
1 1/2 C flour (preferably whole wheat)
1/4 C sugar
1 1/2 tsp baking powder
1/2 tsp salt
1/2 tsp cinnamon (optional)
2 Tbsp powdered milk
To make the muffins: (put the instructions on the container holding the mix)
Combine the mix with 1/4 C oil, 1 egg, and 3/4 C water. Bake at 375 for 10-14 minutes, until done.
Variations: The variations are infinite. Try about 1/2 C of almost any fruit; 1/2 C nuts; and/or about 1 tsp of any sweet spices you like.

Also decorated shoe box containing first aide items is cheaper to make and can be better equipped (and personalized) than those found at the store.

Results of Survey

Survey Question # of votes % of voters
Getting to know you 5 83%
Tips on Geneology 3 50%
Tips on Budgeting 2 33%
Fun Craft Ideas for Adults 3 50%
Fun Craft Ideas
to do with Children 3 50%
News Items of the Ward 6 100%