Cookie Decorating Challenge

Wednesday, August 13, at 7pm

It is that time of year again where we have a combined activity with all the Relief Society and Young Women in our ward!  We will be making fruit and candy pizzas (sugar cookie base) while getting to know the other ladies at your table. But there is a catch. For your table to earn decorating ingredients, you'll have to answer questions about Relief Society or Young Womens.  *Nursery is provided*

BYU TV

BYU TV (Brigham Young University Television) is more than just a way for the LDS Church to broadcast General Conference. It it a whole channel dedicated to airing good material. In the past this material was a bit limited: devotionals, conference talks, classical musical performances and BYU sports. Great for a spiritual lift, not so good for entertaining. But have you checked out BYU TV recently? There is a broad selection of entertaining and clean shows to choose from, along with the more spiritual stuff.

Some Shows

Studio C: A series of comical sketches.
Granite Flats: A drama about the people in a small town called Granite Flats, set in the 1960s.
American Ride: History taught by a guy who rides a motorcycle to the historical sights.
Story Trek: Finding people randomly and asking about their life story.
Turning Point: a collection of inspiring stories about how lives can change with one decision
True Blue: BYU sports talk show

How to Watch

If your TV provider has BYU TV (sometimes through PBS or a local channel) you can watch it straight on the TV. Otherwise, go to byutv.org. You can stream live TV from the homepage, or go to "Shows" and pick the show and episode you would like to watch. Some shows can also be found on youtube.com.

New Evening ARP SMART Meeting Time

A new evening ARP SMART Meeting (Sisters Making the Atonement Real Together) will begin Thursday, May 8 from 7:00 to 8:30pm. It will be held at the Monument Building, 5600 Monument Avenue, in the classroom by the Primary Room.

Regular day meetings will continue to be held Wednesdays, from noon to 1:30pm at the Stake Center, 2500 Pump Road, High Council Room, Nursery provided.

SMART Meetings are to help people overcome anxiety, fear, anger, depression, perfectionism, codependency, overeating, overspending or any other self defeating behavior by applying the gospel principles found in the 12 Step LDS Family Services Addiction Recovery Program.

Contact: sandywillis@gmail.com or 804-740-5240

How to View Conference Now

If you missed General Conference, or just want to see a talk again, check it out at the lds.org 2014 General Conference Page. By default the talks are organized chronologically, but in the upper right corner you can switch them to be organized by speaker or by topic. Enjoy!

General Women's Meeting

This Saturday, March 29, is the LDS General Women's Meeting. It will be the largest gathering to date because instead of being just for Relief Society sisters, it is for all females eight years old and up. We will hear inspiring messages from presidency members of Relief Society, Young Women, and Primary, along with a member of the First Presidency.

There are a couple different ways to view this meeting. The preferred method is to gather together with other women at our Stake Center at 2500 Pump Road. Refreshments will be served beginning at 6:30pm. The broadcast begins at 8pm.

If you cannot make it to the Stake Center, it will be online at lds.org, mormon.org, or byuTV.

Valentine's Day Activities

There is a lot going on for Valentine's Day. Hope you all find a way to enjoy this fun holiday!

Tri-Stake Single Adult Potluck Dinner
Friday, Feb 14, starting at 7pm
Monument Ave Building
To make sure there is a well rounded array of food please use the first letter of your last name to determine what you bring. Last names starting with A-G, bring a side dish or salad. Last names starting with H-N, bring dessert. Last names starting with O-Z, bring a main dish.

Adult Stake Valentine's Dance
Friday, Feb 14, 8-11pm
Pump Road Building
For adults ages 18+. There will be a live band playing music from some earlier decades and a DJ for music from more recent decades. Refreshments will be served.

Tri-Stake YM/YW Activity
(Just as a heads up if you have teenagers.)
Saturday, Feb 8,
Midlothian Stake Center

Belated December Birthdays

All you lovely ladies who had a birthday in December, we didn't forget about you! Please wish a belated happy birthday to:

Emily Richardson
Jessica Shropshire
Dixie Rowe
Tina Gilbert
Nikki Libscomb
Claire Holdsworth
Mollee Kennedy
Alyssa Morey
Sandra Garcia
Faye Mullins
April Morales
Janet Jackson
Richelle Fawcett
Madison Hoff
Ann Watkins
Emily Brotka

Christmas Devotional

Today is the LDS Christmas Devotional at 8pm. You can watch it online at:

http://www.lds.org/broadcasts/watch/christmas-devotional/2013/12?cid=HPFR120613187&lang=eng

Church Cancelled Dec 8

Dear Ward Members,

Due to concerns associated with traveling in the weather today, our regular worship services will be cancelled.

Please reach out to those you home and visit teach and we invite you to worship in your homes. 

Glen Allen Bishopric

YSA Center Kickoff Activity

We are excited that we now have a full-time missionary couple (Elder and Sister Chuntz) serving the YSAs in the Richmond area.  As part of their service they will be staffing the YSA Center which will operate down in the Grace Street building (Richmond Branch).

There will be a kickoff activity: pizza and movie (Ephraim's Rescue) on Thursday December 5 at 7:30pm for all YSAs who wish to come.

YSA Center Purpose:

1)      To meet the needs of our YSA members with support:

a.       Social: a safe place to hang-out and enjoy the companionship of other youth, as well as leaders, particularly from the influence of a strong couple, such as we are blessed to have with Elder and Sister Chuntz.

b.      Spiritual: provide a safe refuge with Gospel resources and adults leaders available

c.       Classes (TBD based on need):

i.      Pre-missionary classes

ii.      Daytime Institute

1.       BOM class

2.       Other

d.      Family History

e.      Reactivation Support (TBD, but young elders and sisters, YSA Senior missionaries, Chippenham members and home bishops/branch presidents would all be involved)

2)      To Proclaim the Gospel

a.      Have a place

  i.      for missionaries to teach investigators, with media support

  ii.      where members can fellowship their non-member friends

Activity List

1)      Hours/Days for the YSA Center to be open and staffed by Elder and Sister Chuntz, effective immediately are:

Monday:                               Closed

Tuesday:                              12:00 Noon - 5:00PM

Wednesday and Thursday:     2:00PM - 9:00PM

Friday:                                 10:00AM - 2:00PM

Tri-Stake Single Adult Sacrament Meeting

November 10 
These sacrament meetings are held on the second Sunday of each month at 6pm in the Monument building (5600 Monument Ave). The next one is on Novemember 10th. The service will be followed by a “Linger Longer” and participants are encouraged to bring some “Snacks to Share” during this activity. This does not replace sacrament meeting, but provides singles with new opportunity to participate in sacrament services and to fellowship with other singles in a comfortable environment.

October Lessons

The sidebars on this blog aren't working right now so please disregard the September lesson schedules. Here's what we have left for October.

Relief Society:
Oct 20: Lesson 20 The Kingdom of God Moves Forward
Oct 27: TFOT

Sunday School:
Oct 20: Lesson 37 "We Thank Thee, Oh God, For a Prophet"
Oct 27: Lesson 38 "In Mine Own Way"

Career & Employment Workshop

Event date: Nov 9, 2013

Event time: 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM

Location: 2500 Pump Road, The Stake House

This workshop is for anyone who is looking for a job, considering changing jobs, or changing careers. This is an opportunity to polish the skills needed to successfully land a job in today's tough environment. We will cover all aspects of job hunting. You will learn more about what resources are available to you and how to present your skills and experience in a compelling way. Seating is limited so we ask that you register in advance.

Registration is required. Register by contacting Joshua Hoffman at jhislds@gmail.com or 804-714-6888. Please bring your own lunch.

Emergency Preparedness Fair and Blood Drive

Saturday, Oct. 12th, 10a.m.-3:30p.m.

The stake is teaming up with the American Red Cross, County Fire, and State Police for this event. There will be displays on food storage, non-toxic water purification, water storage, 72 hr. kits, first aid, cooking without fire and electricity...etc.  at the Stake Center on Pump Rd.

Feel free to bring your kids. There will be balloons, face painting and cookies. Come climb in emergency vehicles and meet the men who drive them.

If you wish to participate in the blood drive sign up at www.redcross.org/ .  Type in the zip 23233 and look for our location:
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints
2500 Pump Rd. Richmond, VA  23233
Then hit "Make an appointment".

Meet the New Sisters

Let's meet some of the sisters who moved in this summer! Some have pictures, others you'll just have to find in person :)

Marnae Christofferson

• married to Rick
• expecting her first kid in January
• from Utah
• plays and teaches piano

Kelley Tate

• married to Sean
• has three kids: Johnathon, Baylee, Jaxson
• moved from Lousisiana

The Drage Family

Katelynn Drage

• married to Josh
• two kids: Isabelle and Garrett
• moved from Arizona

Rebecca Benson

• has awesome short blond hair
• married to Rob
• daughter Marlo is three

The Watkins Family

Anne Watkins

• Married to Adam (he's awesome)
• 3 wild and crazy boys: Charlie (3), Huntsman (1), ?? (Due Oct 14)
• Moved from Hickory, NC

Hailey Spencer

• married to Chad
• getting her Masters degree
• from Utah

The Harper Family

Tricia Harper

• married to Jared
• kids: Brodey, Hazel, and Charlotte
• moved from Utah

April Smith

• just came over from the singles ward
• works at a dentist office
• native to Richmond

Viewing General Conference

Brothers and Sisters,

We are grateful that Comcast has been providing General Conference to our area for many years. However this upcoming and future General Conferences will not be available on Comcast. This decision is in no way aimed at the Church. We ask that you do not write or call Comcast in an effort to have them change their business decision. Church headquarters is aware of Comcast's decision.

General Conference is still available on many different media outlets. Below is a list of some of the outlets where sessions will be broadcast or streamed:

1. All meetinghouses that have satellites.

2. The Church website lds.org. Available in 16 languages.

3. BYUTV (English only)

4. Facebook.com/LDS (English only)

5. Dish, DirectTV and other satellite subscribers can review availability at Bonneville.info

6. Mormonchannel.org (English only)

7. BYUTV International, byutvint.org. (English, Spanish, and Portuguese)

Also, for your information the last session at the temple on Saturday, Sept 28 will be at noon. The temple will be closed on Saturday, Oct 5.

Sincerely,

Richmond VA Stake Presidency

Glen Allen Day

Just letting you know about a community event in case you are like me and have trouble thinking of interesting things to do on Saturday.

 
Sat, Sept 21, 9:30am-2:30pm at Meadow Farm Museum/Crump Park
(Rain Date: Sat, Sep 28) 9:30am-2:30pm
The Glen Allen Ruritan Club in association with Henrico Recreation and Parks will host Glen Allen Day, one of Henrico County’s largest outdoor festivals!  The festivities kick off with a parade at 9:30am on Mountain Road.  This year’s theme is “Ballooning with Excitement.”  Activities in the park include children’s activities; participation by several local schools, balloons by Miss Sheri the Clown, petting zoo, airbrush designs, Henrico County Public Library Mobile Library Services; an arts, crafts and business fair; custom and classic car show; and local musicians on two stages.

Concessions will be available for purchase.  For details, including a participant application, please visit www.glenallenday.org or call the Glen Allen Ruritan hotline at 257-9605.

For more park events go to http://www.co.henrico.va.us/rec/specialevents/