2025 March

What does Family History Look Like To You?

In last month’s ward newsletter a quote from a New York Times article stated that: “The more children knew about their family’s history, the stronger their sense of control over their lives, the higher their self-esteem and the more successfully they believed their families functioned.

Elder Russell M. Nelson stated “When our hearts turn to our ancestors, something changes inside us. We feel part of something greater than ourselves.” (Generations Linked in Love April 2010)

So I have continued to ask the question, What does Family History look like to you? To 16 year old Katherine it looks like setting a goal to be baptized, for those who have passed on, 100 times in the year 2024. She ended up with 106 at the end of the year.

To Brenda and her husband, it looks like writing poems together with their family to describe family outings or special occasions.

Take time this month to ask your family this question and share together. It will bless your life and the lives of your family.

If you have questions or need ideas Forrest and I are available and are learning how new technology is making it faster and easier to connect with our ancestors.

Nancy Mottishaw

Every Sunday (except Fast Sundays) at 14:30 (2:30pm) in the Primary Room.

We are getting ready for the Easter program and would love to have anyone who feels inspired to join!

Get ready for fun at the Neighborhood Talent Show on 2025 April 30 at 18:30 (6:30pm).

We need all kinds of talent to show up including visual arts, crafting and performing.

Be thinking of a talent you can share and come see the talented people here in the neighborhood!

When: Every Saturday from 14-16:00 (2-4pm)
Where: Stake Center

Pickleball is one of the fastest growing sports in the country. If you’ve heard about it and want to learn how to play, then come join us. For more information contact Steve Baxter (801-636-1229).

Missionary Hosted Game Night

Come have fun with us!

1230 South 500 East, Springville

Every Thursday from 18-20:00 (6-8pm)

Empty Nesters’ Family Home Evening will be Monday, March 10, 19:00 (7pm), Barson’s home, 446 E 800 N.

The Utah Food Bank is sponsoring a food collection activity.

When: March 15
What: Place nonperishable food donations in a bag by your front door before 09:00 (am) on Saturday 2025 March 15.

Find more details on their website.

What: Stake Youth activity "FSY: Before You Go"
Date: 2025 April 23 Wednesday
Time: 17:30 - 20:30 (5:30-8:30pm)
Location: Spring Creek Stake Center

The activity will include dinner!  Our Stake Youth Leadership Committee has worked hard to plan a fun, engaging, and meaningful activity to prepare the youth in our stake for FSY this coming summer.

This activity is for youth turning 14 this year and up. 

As always, ward leaders are welcome to attend, but not required. 

We look forward to spending time with your youth and appreciate all you do to serve the youth in our stake.

The elders quorum participated in stake basketball again this year. They had a great season and ended up winning the championship.