MERRY CHRISTMAS!!!

This time of year seems to always stir people into a blurr of frenzy. With all the hustling and bustling, it can get pretty crazy. AMongst the days of craziness I hope for you too all take a moment to reflect upon the true meaning. The Lord our Savior was born, to bring light and truth to the world. He later sacrificed his life for us. US!, YOU and ME.

We are truly living in the last days and are all being tried and tested. None of us have made it through the refiners fire. And none of us will be doing it without the help and love from our Savior. At this Holiday Season we would like you all to know that you are in our minds. We love and appreciate you. We pray for you and your families. We know that the day is drawing nearer that we will see our Brother.

May this Holiday Season be full of joy, love and moments of ponders so that we may all grow closer to God and appreciate all that he has given us.

Merry Christmas to you. And a very Happy New Year!

Sacrament Meeting Programs

All of the Sacrament Meeting Programs are over and I'd like to say.....................

FANTASTIC!!!!!!!!!
It is so much fun being able to watch all of the children and enjoy the blessings of your hard work. We thank you for all of the love and patients you put into your callings.

It is interesting how different each of your programs turned out. Each ward was individual in their presentation. It made it even more enjoyable for us.

The cute kids with lisps, the shy ones, the loud ones, the kids that wave, the memorized parts, the beautiful music, talented music leaders and Wonderful Presidencies all played a part in making your programs wonderful.

Thank you! Thank you! Thank you! Thank you!

Pretty in Pink! Training for Activity Day Leaders

Thanks to all who participated in our Activity Day Training. You had such Wonderful ideas and I believe everyone left feeling inspired. Especially Thanks to Sis. Avery. She did a fantastik job and we appreciate her hard work.

Our Stake is fortunate enough to have Awesome young girls. Your hard work is helping to form them into the beautiful Young Women our Father in Heaven intended. Thanks Again!

MARK YOUR CALENDARS!!!

It's that time again. Stake Auxillary Training. Put on your smiles and join us for an evening you'll LOVE. We have some fun and helpful things planned. It would be awful if any of you missed out. So let your presidency members know that Aux. Training is on Oct.16 @ 7:00.

See you there!

NEW NURSERY MANUAL

Hooray! We have been given a Wonderful new Manual for our Nursery Leaders to use. It is called "BEHOLD YOUR LITTLE ONES". I've included a link so that you can view it. It is full of helpful aids, fun ideas, lessons, coloring pages, music tips etc. Please make sure you order it for your wards.

Nursery is one of those calling that can really be difficult. I know this manual will be a huge help enabling leaders with the lessons and activities they need to fulfill their callings with less stress. It will also allow them to relax and have more stress free fun with the kids. What a fun place to be. And what an important calling it is. Please tell all of your leaders how much we appreciate them.
ENJOY!!!!
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August Baptism

We had another Stake Baptism today and it was just beautiful. The spirit was so strong and the kids were really excited to be baptized. Every month it makes me remember my baptism. I was so nervous about my toe popping up. I was bound an determined to NEVER sin again( I think that lasted until the ride home when my brother started teasing me). I remember the potato salad my Grandma made. The tulips were just pushing through the ground and the sun was so warm that day. I remember a lot of things but what I most remember was the feeling of recieving the Holy Ghost, WOW. We are so lucky to be able to particpate in this important and sacred day with these children.

I challenge each of you to think back to your baptism day. I hope you have as fond of memories as I have.

Thank you all so much for everything you do. The programs, the phone calls, the organization etc. I appreciate it all.

BREAKING NEWS:
TOP TEN WAYS TO ENTERTAIN CHILDREN WITH MUSIC
by Bettyanne Bruin


1 - Have children sing and do the actions for "Once There Was a Snowman," ten times.
2 - Have children sing and do the actions for "Do as I'm Doing," ten times.
3 - Have children sing and do the actions for "Fun to Do," ten times.
4 - Have children sing and do the actions for "Head, Shoulders, Knees and Toes" ten times.
5 - Have children sing and do the actions for, "Popcorn Popping on the Apricot Tree," ten times.
6 - Have children sing and raise their scriptures in the air each time the word "scripture" is said during the song, "Scripture Power," and sing ten times.
7 - Have children sing and do all the actions for, "Book of Mormon Stories" and sing ten times.
8 - Even though they're not supposed to do this anymore, have the children sing and stand each time they say the word "sunbeam" in the song, "Jesus Wants Me For a Sunbeam," and do this ten times.
9 - Have children sing and stand each time they say hello in the "Hello Song," and sing song ten times.
10 - Have children sing and march all around the room while singing, "Follow the Prophet," ten times.

I was so touched by this that I wanted to Share it with all of you!
It is the Wonderful thoughts of Bro. Busche




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