February 13th

Here are the announcments for today:

1. Join us for our next RS Meeting - Thursday, February 17th at 7pm. Come join us for an evening on learning how to make yummy bread and buns! With cinnamon rolls to wrap up the evening!
2. The Ward Temple trip is February 26th for the 11:30am session. We are strongly encouraged to attend as a ward family. If you require babysitting or a ride to the temple, please let us know as soon as possible!
3. Sign up to be part of the ward 40 day fast. If you did not see the calendar, please contact Brother Anderson or the Bishop to sign up.

This week's lesson was Chapter 26 - Sacrifice. One thing we discussed was that our love for those we serve will grow as we serve them and in turn we need to allow others to serve us.

Next week's lesson is Chapter 27 - Work and Personal Responsibility.

February 6th

Here are the announcements for this week:

1. The next RS Activity will be February 17th. It will be on bread/bun making so please send us your favorite recipes so we can share them with everyone.
2. The quarterly ward temple trip will be February 26th at 11:30am. The Bishop would like to see everyone there as a ward family so if you require a ride or babysitting, please let us know.
3. For the Single Sisters - there will be a Chinese New Year Celebration on February 12th at Heritage Chapel. It is potluck so bring something that goes with rice. Karaoke starts at 7:30pm and will be followed by a dance. Bring your friends!

We had our visiting teaching conference this week - it was great! Please remember your sisters and do all you can to get out and visit them at least once a month.

Next week's lesson is in the gospel principles manual - Chapter 26: Sacrafice

January 23rd

Here are the announcements from RS today:

1. The ward will be fasting next Sunday for Mary as she has an upcoming surgery. Please keep her and her family in your prayers.
2. Mark Saturday, May 14th from 5:30-8:30pm on your calendars as we will be having a Stake Women's Conference - "We Believe, We Rejoice".

This week's lesson was on the conference talk "Because of Your Faith" by Jeffrey R. Holland. We were reminded that we are doing a great job and to keep up the good work!! Jeffrey R. Holland said, "I have struggled to find an adequate way to tell you how loved of God you are and how grateful we on this stand are for you. I am trying to be voice for the very angels of heaven in thanking you for every good thing you have ever done, for every kind word you have ever said, for every sacrifice you have ever made in extending to someone—to anyone—the beauty and blessings of the gospel of Jesus Christ."

Next week's lesson will be a message from our Bishopric.

January 16th

Here are the announcements:

1. For Sisters with Youth - there is a Standards Fireside tonight at 7pm at the Stake Center.
2. For Single Sisters - there is a fireside tonight at 7pm at the Heritage Chapel. Brother Lynn Rosenvall will be speaking on the Book of Mormon. There will be a dessert potluck to follow.
3. Our first RS activity of the year will be on Thursday (20th) at 7pm at the chapel. It will be an evening around a healthier you!
4. For Single Sisters - there will be a games night on Saturday (22nd) at 7:30pm at the Crescent Road Chapel.

Our lesson this week was on Chapter 25 -- Fasting. We were reminded to fast with a purpose and that it is a joyful experience!

Next week's lesson is from October 2010 General Conference - "Because of Your Faith" by Jeffrey R. Holland.

January 9th

Here are the announcements for today:

1. Mark your calendars for January 20th at 7pm. We will be having our first RS activity of 2011! It will be an evening focused around our health.

Our lesson this week was on The Sabbath Day and was taught be Lisa. During the lesson some ideas of Sabbath Day activites were shared and we were encouraged to complete at least one of them. If you were not able to do this today, try it next Sunday! If you need some of the ideas again you can email Cimarron Sisters or contact Lisa.

Next week's lesson is Chapter 25: Fasting.

January 2nd

Here are the announcements from this week:

1. Time Out for Women is coming up. See http://deseretbook.com/time-out/event/146 for more information if you are interested.
2. The Cardston Temple is closed until the 17th for maintenance.

This week's lesson was taught by Kimberley. We discussed how we are not alone in our trials. We have family, friends, ward members and the Savior is always there for each of us.

Next week's lesson is found in the Gospel Principles manual - Chapter 24 - The Sabbath Day.

December 26th

Here are the announcements:

1. Winter Wonderland New Year's Eve Adult Dance - 9pm to 1am at the Stake Centre. The dress is semi-formal (Sunday dress) and there will be light refreshments.

Next week's lesson: A message from the RS Presidency.

December 19th

Here are the announcements for this week:


1. Please drop off your giving tree items on Wednesday, December 22nd from 6-7pm at the church.
2. The Nativity Pageant at Heritage Park is December 20th - 24th from 7-9pm. Shows are every 20 minutes.

Next week's lesson is on the October 2010 Conference Article "The Divine Gift of Gratitude" by President Thomas S. Monson.

Hope you all have a great week and a very Merry Christmas!

December 12

Here are the announcements for this week:


1. Welcome to Arlett - the newest member of Relief Society!

The lesson this week was on the Gifts of the Spirit. We were encouraged to read D&C 46:8, 11-12 and pray about what spiritual gifts we have been given. Margaret also asked us to read the scriptures about Satan imitating the gifts of the Spirit. (Exodus 7:8-22, 2 Nephi 9:9, Isaiah 47:12-14, Deuteronomy 18:9-10).

Next week's lesson is Chapter 23: The Sacrament.

December 5th

Here are the announcements:

1. 1st Presidency Christmas Devotional is tonight at 6pm at the Okotoks Woodgate Chapel or the Stake Center.
2. Stake Carol Festival is tonight at 7:30pm at the Stake Center.
3. The Ward Musical Fireside is on December 12th at 6pm.
4. Please report your visiting teaching for November to your supervisor, Brandy or Kimberley.
5. Mark your calendars - there will be a baptism Friday at 7pm! (More details to follow)

We were challenged in the lesson this week to make a cake (or cookies, cupcakes, etc.) and give them to someone else.

Next week's lesson is Chapter 22: The Gifts of the Spirit from the Gospel Principles manual.

November 28th

Here are the announcements:

1. The Ward Christmas Party is on December 4th at 5pm. If you missed the sign up sheet for potluck items, please contact Josie.
2. 1st Presidency Christmas Devotional is December 5th at 6pm.
3. Stake Carol Festival December 5th @ 7:30 at the Stake Centre.
4. The Ward Musical Fireside is on December 12th at 6pm.
5. Please report your visiting teaching for November to your supervisor, Brandy or Kimberley.
6. Welcome to the ward - Chelyn - who was baptized on Saturday.

Next week's lesson is a RS Presidency message on Lifting and Encouraging Others/Being a Better Neighbour.

November 21st

Here are the announcements from Sunday:

1. Thank you to everyone who was able to participate in Super Saturday and make it a great success! You can pick up and pay for any crafts you ordered and didn't get from Meagan.
2. The Ward Christmas Party is on December 4th at 5pm. If you missed the sign up sheet for potluck items, please contact Josie.
3. The Ward Musical Fireside is on December 12th at 6pm. There will be potluck desserts to follow. As RS sisters we will be singing "When Mary Sang Her Lullaby".
4. The primary is looking for any animal costumes for their production of The Nativity at the Christmas party. If you have any that would work, please contact a member of the Primary Presidency.
5. There will be a Job Fair at The Heartland Retirement Residence (47 Riverside Gate - located behind Smitty's) on Tuesday, November 23rd from 2pm-7pm. They have immediate openings for chefs & food servers, housekeeping, maintenance, administration, recreation and other management positions. More information can be found at www.reveraliving.com/careers and if you are not able to make it to the job fair, please forward your resume to ajay[dot]khanolkar[at]reveraliving[dot]com.

The lesson this week was from the Gospel Principles manual - Chapter 21: The Gift of the Holy Ghost taught by Lisa. She asked that each of us take a few minutes on Wednesday at 1pm to listen to some relaxing music (without words). This will help us slow down for a minute and really listen for the promptings of the Holy Ghost. We were encouraged to follow any promptings we receive.

Next week's lesson is on the article "Two Lines of Communication" by Elder Dallin H. Oakes from the October 2010 General Conference.

November 14

We hope you were able to enjoy Stake Conference this weekend. Here are just a few reminders:

1. November 20th (this Saturday) is Super Saturday. See you at 9am at the church! Don't forget to bring soup if you signed up.

Next week's lesson is Chapter 21 - The Gift of the Holy Ghost.

November 7

The announcements from Sunday are as follows:

1. Next Sunday (November 14th) is Stake Conference.  It will be at 10am and we have been invited to attend at the Bannister Road Chapel.  If you would prefer you can also attend at the Stake Centre.
2. November 20th is Super Saturday at 9am.  You must sign up and pay for your crafts by November 14th.  If you need to see what items are avaliable, please email us.

Also for your information, the Relief Society Presidency was reorganized this Sunday.  Please refer to the ward website (it should be updated shortly) for information on the new presidency or email Cimarron Sisters.  Thanks.

September 19

Here are the announcements from Sunday

1. Ward Temple Trip - September 25th - 11:30 session
2. Relief Society Broadcast - 5pm for dinner, 6pm for broadcast at the Stake Centre
3. Two weeks left to finish the Literacy Challenge
4. The Bishop read a letter from Sister Gail R.'s daughter thanking the ward for all of their help and support

Our lesson this week was Chapter 18: Faith in Jesus Christ and was taught by Kristin F..  Faith in Jesus Christ is a sure thing, unlike faith we may have in anything else.  We know He cannot and will not fail. 

Next week's lesson will be from Elder Cook's April Conference address: "We Follow Jesus Christ".  Please note - the newsletter lesson title is wrong but the link is correct.

Also, anyone who would like to carpool to the Relief Society Broadcast can respond to any email from the relief society presidency and we will try and organize this.  Please respond with if you can drive or are looking for a ride.  If you can drive, please let us know how many people you can fit into your car.  Thanks!

September 12

1. General Relief Society Broadcast - Saturday September 25th at the stake centre - a light dinner will be served at 5pm followed by the broadcast from Salt Lake at 6pm.  If you plan on attending please respond to any email from the RS presidency if you haven't already.  The Stake would just like a general idea of how many people to plan for.
2. ESL classes at the church every Sunday evening at 7:30pm.
3. Ward Corn Bust/Chili Cook-off - Saturday September 18th - 5pm (please check your email for location and directions.)

Sister Margaret L. taught our lesson on Sunday which was Chapter 17: The Church of Jesus Christ Today.  Next week's lesson will be Chapter 18: Faith in Jesus Christ.

August 29

The announcements from Sunday were as follows:

1. Sept. 25th - Ward Temple Trip, and General Relief Society Broadcast (dinner @ 5pm and broadcast @ 6pm) at the Stake Centre
2. Sept. 10 - Chili Cook-off/Corn Bust - 6pm - if you would like to sign up to bring something please see sign-ups going around Relief Society or contact Josie P.
3. Sept. 11 - Stake Family Fun Run - 9:30am at the Stake Centre - if you would like to help please contact Wendy G.
4. ESL class being offered by the missionaries - if you know of anyone who might be interested please contact the ward mission leader or the missionaries.
5. The building cleaning schedule has been passed around Relief Society.  If you don't know when your family is assigned to clean please contact Ben M..  Also, if you can't make your assigned week, it is your responsibility to trade with someone else.

As for the lesson, as it was the fifth Sunday, we had a joint Priesthood/Relief Society meeting and the Bishop taught about temples.  He said that he liked to think that holding a current temple recommend is analogous to the Jewish people putting the blood on their doors during the passover.  He said that it can offer us similar protection.

Have a great week!

August 22

This Sunday Meagan M. taught our lesson.  Her topic was Elder Scott's talk from the last conference session "He Lives! All Glory to His Name!".  She wanted to share the following video with all the sisters but wasn't able to, so please take the time to watch it here:




As for announcements:
1. First Aid taught be Tracey S. - Thursday August 26th (that's this Thursday) 6:30pm at the church.
2. General Relief Society Broadcast - Sept 25th 5pm at the Stake Centre.  Light dinner with broadcast from Salt Lake to follow.
3. Our ward ii on church clean-up for the next 2 months.  Please check the list to see if your turn is coming up.  If you are not able to be there on your assigned night, please find someone to fill in for you.
4. Ward Temple Trip - August 28th

Next week's lesson is a joint Relief Society/Priesthood lesson (5th Sunday)

Weekly Announcements - Aug 15

Sister Christine T. taught the lesson this week and she challenged each of us to look for our spiritual gifts and find some way to share them.  She also asked us to show gratitude for people who have blessed our lives. 

Announcements:
1. Sept. 25 - General Relief Society Broadcast at the Stake Centre.  Light dinner at 5pm followed by the broadcast at 6pm.  Sunday dress is appropriate.

2. Aug 26th 6:30pm at the church - First Aid refresher taught by Tracey S. - focusing on children's first aid.  This is not an official first aid course and you will not receive first aid certification.

3. We are interested in who has completed the Literacy Challenge.  Could you please send us an email or comment on this post letting us know if you've completed it?

4. We're starting to plan Super Saturday.  Are there any projects/crafts/classes that you think we need to do?  If so, please send us an email or comment on this post with your ideas.

General Relief Society Broadcast

 **Sisters, please reserve this date on your calendar!**

Come gather with us at the Stake Centre on Saturday, September 25 @ 5 pm for a light dinner then 6 pm for the General Relief Society Meeting Broadcast.

If you come prayerfully seeking answers to your life’s questions, we know you will receive answers and guidance!

Sunday dress please.