The Friendship-er June 2011
Dear Sisters,
Attending Woman’s Conference last Saturday was a spiritual feast. The theme “Daughter’s of a King” reminded each of us that we are loved by our Heavenly Father. He knows us personally and wants to help us return to him.
After attending conference I felt that I needed to share this same message in our
RS lesson. You are needed, valued and loved and our Heavenly Father is always there with an out stretched hand . I remembered reading a talk called “Come Unto Me” given by Jeffrey R Holland, Ensign April 1998, sometime ago. And felt Elder Holland shared this same message beautifully.
Elder Holland quotes Elder James E Talmage.....“Into every adult human life come experiences like unto the battling of the storm-tossed voyagers with contrary winds and threatening seas; ofttimes the night of struggle and danger is far advanced before succor appears; and then, too frequently the saving aid is mistaken for a greater terror. [But,] as came unto [these disciples] in the midst of the turbulent waters, so comes to all who toil in faith, the voice of the Deliverer—’It is I; be not afraid’” (Jesus the Christ [1916], 337).
Elder Talmage used the word succor. Do you know its meaning? It is used often in the scriptures to describe Christ’s care for and attention to us. It means literally “to run to.” What a magnificent way to describe the Savior’s urgent effort in our behalf! Even as he calls us to come to him and follow him, he is unfailingly running to help.
My hope is that each and every one of you know how loved you are.
Love,
Sister Robin Kramer
Important Dates:
11 Scripture Bowl/Seminary Grad (Victoria)
15 Singing for the Seniors @ Casa Loma
19 Father’s Day
June Lessons:
5 Presidency Message
12 Gospel Principles- Lesson #34 Developing our Talents
19 Gospel Principles- Lesson #35 Obedience
26 TFOT- To be announced
Service Projects:
Campbell soup labels for Puntledge Park School;
Boomer hats for babies;
Non-perishable food/personal hygiene items for Lilli House
Postage Stamps for the Order of the Eastern Star (see in the RS room for more information)
June Birthdays:
1 Lori F.
4 Shawn J.
5 Tammy B.
8 Jane F.
10 Loni P.
14 Angela Q.
16 Sheri W.
17 Judy W.
17 Esther W.
18 Robin L.
19 Valerie W.
19 Susan W.
21 Beth B.
23 Trisha T.
27 Francis H.
27 Judith W.
30 Michelle D.
Groceries for our Missionaries: There is a basket in the kitchen – the elders appreciate your help. Frozen food or perishables should be left in the frig/freezer. There is also a dinner calendar circulating, they would love to share messages and a meal with you and your family.
