Walden Hills Ward

Relief Society Newsletter

September 2026

Presidency Message

Happy fall y'all! As we head into my favorite season, we want to share some exciting updates about our Sunday schedule and what to expect starting this month.

Beginning in September, our Sunday meeting schedule is shifting so that we will have both Sunday School and Relief Society every single week (rather than alternating every other week). Along with this new weekly rhythm, we are also changing the way we spend our time in Relief Society.  We are moving away from traditional lectures and lessons toward open, heartfelt discussions where everyone’s voice and perspective are valued.

This new format ties in so beautifully with the opening pages of our Come, Follow Me manual, which remind us that conversion is our goal. The aim of our gospel learning is not to simply accumulate facts; it is to experience a profound, lasting change of heart as we strive to become more like the Savior. Because this is truly a home-centered, Church-supported model, the time we spend studying at home during the week is more important than ever. Then, as we gather on Sundays for open discussions, we have a wonderful opportunity to be vulnerable, share what we are learning, and actively support one another on that journey of personal conversion.

Thank you so much for your patience as we learn the ropes of our new callings. We are still finding our footing, but we hope you can already feel how much we love and care about each of you. Because we want to be intentional in how we serve, we are putting together a short survey and hope you’ll take a few minutes to fill it out. Our main goal is to match your current capacity with opportunities to serve.  We hope ministering feels like a joyful, spiritual experience rather than just one more item on a busy to-do list. Your feedback is always welcome!

If you are looking to bring a little extra fun into your life and get to know the neighbors better, we'd love for you to check out the Whimsical Women of Walden Hills! While this is a neighborhood group and not related to Relief Society, we want to make sure everyone knows about it. You can join the GroupMe chat directly using this link. If you have questions or need help getting added, just text or call Kelly Taeoalii at 801-209-4885.

Have an amazing month and enjoy this beautiful season!

We love and pray for you!

Announcements

Sept. 25     Taylorsville Temple

                     2:00 pm Sealing Session

                 Arrive by 1:30 pm

Sept. 26     Neighborhood Fall Festival - See flyer for details

Dec. 5        Ward Christmas Party - Stake Center

September Birthdays

 4             Jean Duffey

 7             Aania Donaciana Lozano

 9             Maria del Pilar Tronier

12           Susan Holmes

13           Marlee Allen

15           Lyne Miller

18           Lory Jewett

20           Kari Everett

21           Janice Wuckert

23           Lorraine Moreland

                 Kelly Taeoalii

24           Vicki Leavitt

25           Lynda Barlocker

27           Cherelle Nichols

30           Carol Merworth

Family History

We are all needed and asked to help gather Israel. We are also told by a prophet that gathering Israel “is the greatest work on earth.” How are you helping to accomplish this great work?

“The gathering of scattered Israel is the greatest work on earth…anytime you do anything that helps anyone, on either side of the veil, take a step toward making covenants with God and receiving their essential baptismal and temple ordinances, you are helping to gather Israel. It is as simple as that.”

President Russell M. Nelson “Hope of Israel”