RELIEF SOCIETY NEWSLETTER OCTOBER 2025
PRESIDENCY MESSAGE
Ah, Autumn! My favorite time of year. I love the way this season ushers in the holidays.A time when we focus more on our Savior and speak more often of peace, joy, hope, and love. We know that living in this world isn’t always easy. Trials, hardships, and the challenges we see around us can sometimes stir feelings of despair and sadness.That is why I was so grateful for the theme of our recent stake conference: The Resurrection of Jesus Christ Brings Hope. The messages shared were filled with beautiful reminders that even in devastatingly hard times, there is always reason to hope in Christ. Elder Kearon, in his October general conference talk Welcome to the Church of Joy, expressed this truth so clearly:
“Because of the loving plan of our Heavenly Father for each of His children, and because of the redeeming life and mission of our Savior, Jesus Christ, we can—and should—be the most joyful people on earth! Even as the storms of life in an often-troubled world pound upon us, we can cultivate a growing and abiding sense of joy and inner peace because of our hope in Christ and our understanding of our own place in the beautiful plan of happiness.”
Back in 2016 President Nelson reminded us that these are the latter days, and we should not be surprised when prophecies are fulfilled. He taught that “life is filled with detours and dead ends, trials and challenges of every kind,” and each of us may experience times when despair almost consumes us. Yet, he declared that we are here to have joy. And how is that possible? President Nelson taught that:
“The joy we feel has little to do with the circumstances of our lives and everything to do with the focus of our lives. When the focus of our lives is on God’s plan of salvation, and Jesus Christ and His gospel, we can feel joy regardless of what is happening—or not happening—in our lives. Joy comes from and because of Him. He is the source of all joy.”
How blessed we are to know the plan of salvation and the redeeming power of Jesus Christ’s Atonement. He truly is the answer! As we put our faith in Him, we can experience hope and joy even in perilous times.
At the conclusion of his talk, Elder Kearon quoted the words of Ammon from the Book of Mormon. Saying they expressed the feelings of his heart.
“Now have we not reason to rejoice? Yea, I say unto you, there never were [a people] that had so great reason to rejoice as we, since the world began; yea, and my joy is carried away, even unto boasting in my God… for he has all power, all wisdom, and all understanding… he is a merciful Being, even unto salvation, to those who will repent and believe on his name. Now if this is boasting, even so will I boast; for this is my life and my light, … my joy, and my great thanksgiving.”
My hope and prayer for each of you, dear sisters, is that as you place your trust in and have faith in Jesus Christ you will be filled with peace, hope, and joy. May you always remember that you are beloved daughters of a Heavenly Father who knows you, loves
you, and truly wants you to have joy in your lives no matter what your circumstances may be.
With love,
Kim McKenna
ANNOUNCEMENTS
Oct 2 12 Step 6:30 pm RS room
Primary program Nov. 23
BAPTISMS
Henry Davis Oct 11th 10:00 am
Millie Holt Oct 11th 11:00 am
FAMILY HISTORY
The Liahona staff interviewed Elder Kevin S. Hamilton of the Seventy, Executive Director of the Family History Department, and Stephen T. Rockwood, Managing Director of the Family History Department and President and CEO of Family Search. Portions of that interview will be presented in the monthly Relief Society newsletter over the next few months.
Elder Hamilton: God’s hand is clearly in this work. President Nelson said, ”Unprecedented times call for unprecedented measures.” We've never before seen the kind of growth we are seeing now. We’re in an era of temple building that’s unknown in human history, with nearly 180 temples in operation, dozens under construction, and dozens more being announced every year. And with that growth, the need to build the family tree of humanity grows as well. President Nelson has taught that the temple is “nourished by names.” It’s up to us to make sure our temples are well nourished with the names needed so our ancestors can receive their ordinances and members can enjoy the blessings of the temple throughout their lifetime.
WARD CLEANING SCHEDULE
Oct. 4th
Isaac Kenn
Joel & Anne Kjar
Jim & Leslee Knutson
Jim & Katie Koos
Alma & Matti Smith
Oct. 11th & 18th
JJ & Lisa Lagerstrom
Stan Lawrence
John & Vicki Leavitt
Kurt & Kirstin Longson
Mike & Susan Schvaneveldt
Oct 25th & Nov 1st
Matt & Teresa Love
Ky & Jennifer Lovell
Kraig & Kelly Lundeberg
David & Ali Lyddall
HAPPY BIRTHDAY!!
Oct 1 Shaunna Danielsen
Oct 3 Carol Voorhees
Oct 4 Kathy Velez
Oct 8 Kaitlyn Swift
Oct 10 Alexandra Bunker
Oct 11 ChristieHawkes
Oct 13 Lorna Jackson
Oct 14 Marlee Jeppsen
Oct 15 Carol Hall
Jennifer Thuet
Oct 16 Karen Harwood
Oct 17 Elizabeth Charlesworth
Oct 18 Colynne Call
Samantha Mae Sofonia
Oct 20 Diane Mower
Oct 21 Jessica Eldredge
Oct 24 Tamara Merworth
Matti Smith
Oct 25 Shannon Oveson
Oct 28 Sara Whitley