June 2012 Friendship-er

The Friendship-er     June 2012

 

 Dear Sisters,
When we moved into our home last year we were excited to find that we had a cherry tree. I was happy to find out that it was also a vigorous producer of one of my favorite summer treats. This last week I noticed that one of the branches had shriveled leaves and looked like it had a bug. My immediate reaction was to get rid of that branch completely so that the rest of the tree wouldn't become affected. I did not delay and immediately gave that branch to my yard waste container. My hope was to preserve the fruit that is good so I can enjoy another abundant harvest.
That experience made me think about our own lives. Are we just as quick to strip ourselves from those things that cause us harm to our emotional, physical and spiritual lives? What emotions are infesting your soul at this time? Is there something that you are ingesting that is physically toxic or depletes your energy? Have been you feeling spiritually apathetic? "If you have experienced a change of heart, and if ye have felt to sing the song of redeeming love, I would ask, can ye feel so now?
"Our Heavenly Father sent us not to earth to fail, but to succeed gloriously." (Richard G. Scott)
"Individual willpower, personal determination and motivation, effective planning and goal setting are necessary but ultimately insufficient for us to triumphantly complete this mortal journey. Truly, we must come to rely on the merits and mercy and grace of the Holy Messiah." (Henry B. Eyring, see also 2 Nephi 2:8)
I know that as we repent and seek strength through sincere prayer we will be enabled to bring forth 'good fruit.' This will not only make our own journey more enjoyable but will cause others to rejoice in the 'fruit' borne.
Who's ready for a good 'harvest' this year?

With love, Sister Nicole Anderson

Important Dates:

9    Scripture Bowl/Seminary Grad (Victoria)    
17    Father's Day    
26    RS Activity 


June Lessons:
3     Presidency Message
10    George Albert Smith #11 Revelation From God to His Chldren

17     George Albert Smith #12 An Enthusiastic Desire to Share the Gospel

24    TFOT- To be announced

Service Projects:

Campbell soup labels for Puntledge Park School;

Herbs/Spices for Lilli House

Postage Stamps for the Order of the Eastern Star (see in Diane N. for more information)

June Birthdays:

1    Lori F.
4    Shawna J.
5    Tammy B.
8     Jane F.
10    Loni P.
14    Angela Q.
16     Sheri W.
17    Judy W.
18    Robin L.
19    Milena R.
19     Valerie W.
19     Susan W.
21    Beth B.
22    Jessica D.
23    Trisha T.
27     Frances 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.
June Visiting Teaching Message: Visiting Teaching-A Sacred Assignment

Scripture Study: Wednesdays at Sister Tyskerud's from 12:30 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. (Call to confirm)

If you require baptismal clothing, please contact Sister .Britton.