My Sister – My Friend
Springview Relief Society
April 2009
April Lessons
April 5 General Conference
April 12 Joseph Smith #28 Missionary Service: A Holy Calling, A Glorious Work Ramona Ford
April 19 Joseph Smith #29 Living with Others in Peace and Harmony Myrna Clark
April 26 Teaching for our Times Lift Where You Stand Dieter F. Uchtdorf Ensign November 2008 P53-56 Kamilla Lloyd
April Activities
April 25 Preparedness fair in Home Depot parking lot 11:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.
April 30 Emergency Food Demo
The Lady of the Month
This month we are spotlighting Sister Kayelyn Birch.
Scripture Thought
Barbara Freed
D&C 101:16
Therefore, let your hearts be comforted concerning Zion; for all flesh is in mine hands; be still and know that I am God.
The latter part, be still and know that I am God, is something to comes to my mind often. I, like many others who have read those words, have felt that I was personally being spoken to. Troubling times get frustrating, but knowing that God exists, that I am his creation, that He is my cheerleader while I am here, gives me confidence that He is in charge. He will not let things happen that will damage the continuation of the Plan of Salvation.
Sandy Levinson
Sister Levinson feels this is a good scripture concerning preparedness: 1 Nephi 2:4 And it came to pass that he departed into the wilderness. And he left his house, and the land of his inheritance, and his gold, and his silver, and his precious things, and took nothing with him, save it were his family, and provisions, and tents, and departed into the wilderness.
Patricia Wilson
Sister Levenson’s scripture started me thinking. I agree that we need to be able to walk away from everything if we are called upon or be able to give it up if it came between that and defending it to the death. I also believe that we need to be vigilant in our preparations for the times when we need to wait out the storms. I have included a couple of examples/sites on http://www.springviewreliefsociety.blogspot.com
April Recipe
Hard-Boiled Egg Mice
1 Egg 1 Black olive
1 Radish 2 Fresh chives
1 Tiny Swiss cheese wedge
1. Slice the egg in half lengthwise. Place the halves yolk side down on a plate. (Alternatively, you can slice off a bit of the bottom of a peeled, hard-boiled egg so it can sit flat on a plate.) Slice tiny black olive "eyes" and radish "ears." Then make small slits in the egg halves for the eyes and ears and push in the olives and radishes. Add chive tails.
2. Serve the pair of egg mice with a wedge of Swiss cheese for a playful lunch. Makes 2 mice.
More fun recipes on the blog
Geneology Tip
U.S. Civil War Records: A Wealth of Information About the Soldier and His Family Jimmy B. Parker, FUGA, AG
Military-related records can be the source of an abundance of information. Approximately 3.5 million served in the Civil War. Even those who did not serve may have had information recorded about themselves in records that were associated with potential military service. If an ancestor actually served in the military, often there are details to be found in service and pension files that are unavailable in other records. There are pre-service, service and post-service files that can be useful in obtaining information. The key to finding any military record is the name of the company and regiment of service. This can be located in Family records, County histories, Reports to Adjutant General from state from which he served, Militia Rolls and Draft Registration records.
Tuesday, April 14, 2009
Sister Kayelyn Archibald Birch
Sister Kayelyn Archibald Birch
Kayelyn Archibald Birch
I was born here in Salt Lake City, December 20, 1964. I went to school at Roosevelt Elementary, Central Jr. High School, and Granite High School. I have spent most of my life, off and on, in this ward. (I just can’t tear myself away.)
I have eight brothers and sisters, and I am the next-to-youngest child in my family. It was easy to blend in, and I enjoyed doing a lot of people-watching. I had my rowdy moments though. I enjoyed playing outdoor games, like “no bears are out tonight”, “treasure hunt”, “sardines”, and “tag”, with my brothers and sisters and neighborhood kids.
I enjoyed school. My favorite subject was math.
I participated in the music programs in Jr. High and High school. I enjoyed singing with the choirs, and occasionally accompanying them on the piano. I participated with the Madrigals at Granite High School my senior year.
After high school I attended Utah State University for one year. I participated in the choirs and church sorority there. I really enjoyed my year there. Then I came home and attended the University of Utah for a couple of quarters.
I met my husband, Michael, many years before. He was the big brother of one of my good friends at school. I had been in their house many times and had met Michael when I was in Jr. High School. I always thought he was a very nice person, but he was just Andrea’s brother. He went with us to firesides, movies, etc. throughout the years, but……
After his mission, when I was attending the University of Utah, Andrea invited me to go to a movie, and miniature-golfing with them. I enjoyed the evening and thought, “Michael is really a nice guy, but…..” As we went to more activities and spent a lot of time together, I began to think of him differently.
We attended a Young Adult activity where they had a road-rally. We chased around the city in his little brown car. There was Michael, me, one other boy, and two girls in the car. I was the runner for the car, since I was in the front seat. The other boy was being really pushy and majorly annoying me. One of the spots we needed to stop was at the top of the big hill in Sugar-House Park. They dropped me off at the end of the freeway and drove off. I walked up the DARK hill to find the clue. It took a minute to find it, and when I came down they were nowhere to be found. I finally saw Michael walking across the busy street to come get me. I knew then that I really did love Michael. (We won the road-rally. To the relief of the other boy in the car.)
We were married in the Salt Lake Temple, November 20, 1986.
We have eight children: Christopher (21), Andrew(20), Logan (18), Lara (16), Kelsey (13), Tyler (11- April 24th), Bryce (9), and Caitlin (2).
We are happy in this ward, and thankful for our wonderful friends and neighbors.
Kayelyn Archibald Birch
I was born here in Salt Lake City, December 20, 1964. I went to school at Roosevelt Elementary, Central Jr. High School, and Granite High School. I have spent most of my life, off and on, in this ward. (I just can’t tear myself away.)
I have eight brothers and sisters, and I am the next-to-youngest child in my family. It was easy to blend in, and I enjoyed doing a lot of people-watching. I had my rowdy moments though. I enjoyed playing outdoor games, like “no bears are out tonight”, “treasure hunt”, “sardines”, and “tag”, with my brothers and sisters and neighborhood kids.
I enjoyed school. My favorite subject was math.
I participated in the music programs in Jr. High and High school. I enjoyed singing with the choirs, and occasionally accompanying them on the piano. I participated with the Madrigals at Granite High School my senior year.
After high school I attended Utah State University for one year. I participated in the choirs and church sorority there. I really enjoyed my year there. Then I came home and attended the University of Utah for a couple of quarters.
I met my husband, Michael, many years before. He was the big brother of one of my good friends at school. I had been in their house many times and had met Michael when I was in Jr. High School. I always thought he was a very nice person, but he was just Andrea’s brother. He went with us to firesides, movies, etc. throughout the years, but……
After his mission, when I was attending the University of Utah, Andrea invited me to go to a movie, and miniature-golfing with them. I enjoyed the evening and thought, “Michael is really a nice guy, but…..” As we went to more activities and spent a lot of time together, I began to think of him differently.
We attended a Young Adult activity where they had a road-rally. We chased around the city in his little brown car. There was Michael, me, one other boy, and two girls in the car. I was the runner for the car, since I was in the front seat. The other boy was being really pushy and majorly annoying me. One of the spots we needed to stop was at the top of the big hill in Sugar-House Park. They dropped me off at the end of the freeway and drove off. I walked up the DARK hill to find the clue. It took a minute to find it, and when I came down they were nowhere to be found. I finally saw Michael walking across the busy street to come get me. I knew then that I really did love Michael. (We won the road-rally. To the relief of the other boy in the car.)
We were married in the Salt Lake Temple, November 20, 1986.
We have eight children: Christopher (21), Andrew(20), Logan (18), Lara (16), Kelsey (13), Tyler (11- April 24th), Bryce (9), and Caitlin (2).
We are happy in this ward, and thankful for our wonderful friends and neighbors.
Sunday, April 12, 2009
Broccoli Salad
30 min | 30 min prep |
Ingredients
1-2 head fresh broccoli (do not use frozen!)
1/2 cup red onion, chopped
1/2 lb bacon
2 1/2 tablespoons vinegar
1 cup Hellmann's mayonnaise
1/3 cup sugar
1 1/2 cups grated mozzarella cheese
Directions
1Cook bacon (I make it easy and buy the already cooked bacon in the refrigerator section) and crumble into pieces.
2Chop up top of broccoli into bite size pieces.
3Mix broccoli, onions, bacon and mozzarella in large bowl.
4In separate bowl combine vinegar, sugar and mayo.
5Pour over broccoli mixture and toss to coat.
6Best if made a day ahead.
Ingredients
1-2 head fresh broccoli (do not use frozen!)
1/2 cup red onion, chopped
1/2 lb bacon
2 1/2 tablespoons vinegar
1 cup Hellmann's mayonnaise
1/3 cup sugar
1 1/2 cups grated mozzarella cheese
Directions
1Cook bacon (I make it easy and buy the already cooked bacon in the refrigerator section) and crumble into pieces.
2Chop up top of broccoli into bite size pieces.
3Mix broccoli, onions, bacon and mozzarella in large bowl.
4In separate bowl combine vinegar, sugar and mayo.
5Pour over broccoli mixture and toss to coat.
6Best if made a day ahead.
Veggie Mac & Cheese
Veggie Macaroni and Cheese
1 package elbow macaroni
1/2 onion, chopped
1 tablespoon butter or margarine
1/2 teaspoon nutmeg
1/4 teaspoon salt and pepper
1 tablespoon flour
1 1/2 cups skim milk
1 1/2 cups cheddar cheese, shredded
1 tomato, diced
1 cup chopped broccoli
1 cup bread crumbs
Bring water to a boil and cook macaroni according to package instructions. Rinse with cold water and stir. Set aside.
Cook onion in butter in a saucepan over medium heat. Stir in nutmeg, salt, pepper, and flour. Add milk and cook, stirring occassionally until thick and bubbly. Add diced tomato and broccoli (or any other veggies you like). Stir in shredded cheddar cheese until melted. Add macaroni and stir.
Pour into a casserole dish. Bake for 30 minutes in a 350F (175C) degree oven. Top with bread crumbs for the last 5 minutes of baking.
Serves 4.
As I was going over this I was thinking that there would be no reason that you couldn't just add some veggies while cooking a box of Mac & Cheese (raw broccoli or carrots (I think shredded carrots could go in without being too noticable) would go in earlier in the cooking process while precooked vegtables (cooked broccoli, canned peas or corn) could go with the butter milk and cheese.
1 package elbow macaroni
1/2 onion, chopped
1 tablespoon butter or margarine
1/2 teaspoon nutmeg
1/4 teaspoon salt and pepper
1 tablespoon flour
1 1/2 cups skim milk
1 1/2 cups cheddar cheese, shredded
1 tomato, diced
1 cup chopped broccoli
1 cup bread crumbs
Bring water to a boil and cook macaroni according to package instructions. Rinse with cold water and stir. Set aside.
Cook onion in butter in a saucepan over medium heat. Stir in nutmeg, salt, pepper, and flour. Add milk and cook, stirring occassionally until thick and bubbly. Add diced tomato and broccoli (or any other veggies you like). Stir in shredded cheddar cheese until melted. Add macaroni and stir.
Pour into a casserole dish. Bake for 30 minutes in a 350F (175C) degree oven. Top with bread crumbs for the last 5 minutes of baking.
Serves 4.
As I was going over this I was thinking that there would be no reason that you couldn't just add some veggies while cooking a box of Mac & Cheese (raw broccoli or carrots (I think shredded carrots could go in without being too noticable) would go in earlier in the cooking process while precooked vegtables (cooked broccoli, canned peas or corn) could go with the butter milk and cheese.
Thursday, April 2, 2009
Report on Church Art Contest by Barbara Freed
The Church History Museum has sponsored a Church Art Contest every three years since 1987. It is open to all church members worldwide. These works of art are usually displayed in the Church History Museum. However, this year they are being displayed in the Conference Center from March 21st through October 11th.
This year’s theme is “Remembering the Great Things of God”. Professionals and amateurs are invited to participate. They compete with each other however, as they are not separated into those categories. This year there were 1089 total entries from church members around the world. 191 entries were accepted for display.
Kathryn’s entry is a digital photograph of her baby daughter Autumn, when she was 5 weeks old. Autumn was asleep on the sofa, with her little feet sticking out of the blankets, which Kathryn thought would make a cute picture.
Months later, when she heard about the contest, Kathryn chose this particular picture as she felt that it was suited to the contest theme. Her statement with the picture is that she believes that mankind is the greatest of God’s creations. (It is displayed in Section D of the exhibit.)
It is a very nice exhibit full of beautiful creations. If you can take the time to see it, it is free to the public this year from March 21-October 11. You can gain access to it during Conference Center hours, which are 9:00 am to 9:00 pm. If you want to take a tour of the Center, they are available from 9:00 am to 8:00 pm. Go to Door 15 as there is a Help Desk for tours there, and the Exhibit is just feet away from that door.
This year’s theme is “Remembering the Great Things of God”. Professionals and amateurs are invited to participate. They compete with each other however, as they are not separated into those categories. This year there were 1089 total entries from church members around the world. 191 entries were accepted for display.
Kathryn’s entry is a digital photograph of her baby daughter Autumn, when she was 5 weeks old. Autumn was asleep on the sofa, with her little feet sticking out of the blankets, which Kathryn thought would make a cute picture.
Months later, when she heard about the contest, Kathryn chose this particular picture as she felt that it was suited to the contest theme. Her statement with the picture is that she believes that mankind is the greatest of God’s creations. (It is displayed in Section D of the exhibit.)
It is a very nice exhibit full of beautiful creations. If you can take the time to see it, it is free to the public this year from March 21-October 11. You can gain access to it during Conference Center hours, which are 9:00 am to 9:00 pm. If you want to take a tour of the Center, they are available from 9:00 am to 8:00 pm. Go to Door 15 as there is a Help Desk for tours there, and the Exhibit is just feet away from that door.
April 2009 Visiting Teaching Message
Ensign » 2009 » April
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“Search the Scriptures Diligently,” Ensign, Apr 2009, 63
Teach the scriptures and quotations that will help the sisters you visit understand these principles. Invite those you visit to share what they have felt and learned.
Why Search the Scriptures?
President Howard W. Hunter (1907–95): “I commend to you the revelations of God as the standard by which we must live our lives and by which we must measure every decision and every deed. Accordingly, when you have worries and challenges, face them by turning to the scriptures and the prophets” (“Fear Not, Little Flock,” in 1988–89 Devotional and Fireside Speeches [1989], 112).
President Ezra Taft Benson (1899–1994): “Success in righteousness, the power to avoid deception and resist temptation, guidance in our daily lives, healing of the soul—these are but a few of the promises the Lord has given to those who will come to His word. … Certain blessings are to be found only in the scriptures, only in coming to the word of the Lord and holding fast to it. …
“… Recommit yourselves to a study of the scriptures. Immerse yourselves in them daily so you will have the power of the Spirit to attend you in your callings. Read them in your families and teach your children to love and treasure them” (“The Power of the Word,” Ensign, May 1986, 82).
President Spencer W. Kimball (1895–1985): “As you become more and more familiar with the truths of the scriptures, you will be more and more effective in keeping the second great commandment, to love your neighbor as yourself. Become scholars of the scriptures—not to put others down, but to lift them up! After all, who has any greater need to ‘treasure up’ the truths of the gospel (on which they may call in their moments of need) than do women and mothers who do so much nurturing and teaching?” (“The Role of Righteous Women,” Ensign, Nov. 1979, 102).
How Can I Treasure the Scriptures?
2 Nephi 4:15: “For my soul delighteth in the scriptures, and my heart pondereth them, and writeth them for the learning and the profit of my children.”
Julie B. Beck, Relief Society general president: “One good way to start studying the scriptures is to ‘liken’ them to ourselves (see 1 Nephi 19:23). Some people start by choosing a subject in the Topical Guide that they need to know more about. Or they start at the beginning of a book of scripture and look for specific teachings. …
“Whichever way a person starts studying the scriptures, the key to unlocking important knowledge is to keep studying. I never tire of discovering the rich treasures of truth in the scriptures because they teach with ‘plainness, even as plain as word can be’ (2 Nephi 32:7). The scriptures testify of Christ (see John 5:39). They tell us all things we should do (see 2 Nephi 32:3). They ‘make [us] wise unto salvation’ (2 Timothy 3:15).
“Through my scripture reading and the prayers that accompany my study, I have gained knowledge which brings me peace and helps me keep my energies focused on eternal priorities. Because I started reading the scriptures daily, I have learned about my Heavenly Father, His Son Jesus Christ, and what I need to do to be like Them” (“My Soul Delighteth in the Scriptures,” Liahona and Ensign, May 2004, 108–9).
President Thomas S. Monson: “The holy scriptures adorn our bookshelves. Make certain they provide nourishment to our minds and guidance for our lives” (“The Mighty Strength of the Relief Society,” Ensign, Nov. 1997, 95).
Search the Scriptures DiligentlyNext > < Previous View as .pdf
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“Search the Scriptures Diligently,” Ensign, Apr 2009, 63
Teach the scriptures and quotations that will help the sisters you visit understand these principles. Invite those you visit to share what they have felt and learned.
Why Search the Scriptures?
President Howard W. Hunter (1907–95): “I commend to you the revelations of God as the standard by which we must live our lives and by which we must measure every decision and every deed. Accordingly, when you have worries and challenges, face them by turning to the scriptures and the prophets” (“Fear Not, Little Flock,” in 1988–89 Devotional and Fireside Speeches [1989], 112).
President Ezra Taft Benson (1899–1994): “Success in righteousness, the power to avoid deception and resist temptation, guidance in our daily lives, healing of the soul—these are but a few of the promises the Lord has given to those who will come to His word. … Certain blessings are to be found only in the scriptures, only in coming to the word of the Lord and holding fast to it. …
“… Recommit yourselves to a study of the scriptures. Immerse yourselves in them daily so you will have the power of the Spirit to attend you in your callings. Read them in your families and teach your children to love and treasure them” (“The Power of the Word,” Ensign, May 1986, 82).
President Spencer W. Kimball (1895–1985): “As you become more and more familiar with the truths of the scriptures, you will be more and more effective in keeping the second great commandment, to love your neighbor as yourself. Become scholars of the scriptures—not to put others down, but to lift them up! After all, who has any greater need to ‘treasure up’ the truths of the gospel (on which they may call in their moments of need) than do women and mothers who do so much nurturing and teaching?” (“The Role of Righteous Women,” Ensign, Nov. 1979, 102).
How Can I Treasure the Scriptures?
2 Nephi 4:15: “For my soul delighteth in the scriptures, and my heart pondereth them, and writeth them for the learning and the profit of my children.”
Julie B. Beck, Relief Society general president: “One good way to start studying the scriptures is to ‘liken’ them to ourselves (see 1 Nephi 19:23). Some people start by choosing a subject in the Topical Guide that they need to know more about. Or they start at the beginning of a book of scripture and look for specific teachings. …
“Whichever way a person starts studying the scriptures, the key to unlocking important knowledge is to keep studying. I never tire of discovering the rich treasures of truth in the scriptures because they teach with ‘plainness, even as plain as word can be’ (2 Nephi 32:7). The scriptures testify of Christ (see John 5:39). They tell us all things we should do (see 2 Nephi 32:3). They ‘make [us] wise unto salvation’ (2 Timothy 3:15).
“Through my scripture reading and the prayers that accompany my study, I have gained knowledge which brings me peace and helps me keep my energies focused on eternal priorities. Because I started reading the scriptures daily, I have learned about my Heavenly Father, His Son Jesus Christ, and what I need to do to be like Them” (“My Soul Delighteth in the Scriptures,” Liahona and Ensign, May 2004, 108–9).
President Thomas S. Monson: “The holy scriptures adorn our bookshelves. Make certain they provide nourishment to our minds and guidance for our lives” (“The Mighty Strength of the Relief Society,” Ensign, Nov. 1997, 95).
Sunday, March 1, 2009
An exerpt from Sister Owen's February Lesson
Sister Owen: Here is a short thought on the lesson you wanted to share in the newsletter.
About many of the wonderful things Elder Holland mentions in his message, Tongue of Angels, besides speaking well of and to others, we must speak well of ourselves. We are worth it and we all do so much good for our families, for our neighbors and in our communities.
Elder Holland explains that women have lovely voices, angelic and so close to the veil. He said we are instinctively gentle and kind. Our voices should never turn to a shrill, biting or untamed tone.
"Be of good cheer" sisters and keep the Holy Spirit near you as you speak with the tongue of angels.
About many of the wonderful things Elder Holland mentions in his message, Tongue of Angels, besides speaking well of and to others, we must speak well of ourselves. We are worth it and we all do so much good for our families, for our neighbors and in our communities.
Elder Holland explains that women have lovely voices, angelic and so close to the veil. He said we are instinctively gentle and kind. Our voices should never turn to a shrill, biting or untamed tone.
"Be of good cheer" sisters and keep the Holy Spirit near you as you speak with the tongue of angels.
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