Looking back on October 2010 conference talks the above talk was one of my favorites. I think Elder Christofferson speaks in a very clear way. I never have any difficulty understanding his message. I appreciate him saying :"Those who quietly and thoughtfully go about doing good offer a model of consecration."
We'll talk more about this Sunday the 23rd.
Love, Shirlee
To find the talk, click HERE.
Monday, January 17, 2011
Sunday, January 16, 2011
FINDING JOY AGAIN, AFTER A LOSS.
We had a wonderful interest group fireside this evening . Rosalyn Reynolds, Ruthie Powell's sister, and the author of the book "Solo", is a very accomplished speaker. She taught us through words, personal tools, videos and the tutoring of the Lord, that we can find Joy in our lives after an unexpected loss. Not only the loss of a family member or close friend, but the loss of a relationship, the loss of a goal, or even the loss of a dream.
We had about 21 in attendance, with much sharing of ideas from the group. We want to thank Sister Magda Trujillo, who put the evening together for the Interest Group, Connecting Souls.
Several sisters asked for the Dip recipe, which was a simple 7 layer dip, which I have included:
TEXAS SEVEN LAYER DIP
(to get the size dip you need, simply cut in half or double the quantities to suit your needs) Lime-flavored tortilla chips, really add to the flavor of this dip.
First Layer: Refried Beans - 1 15 oz. Can of Refried Beans - or a great way to use the Cannery's reconstitued refried Beans.
Second Layer: Smash 2 ripe Avocadoes and mix with 1/4 cup fresh lime juice.
Third Layer: 1 1/2 cups of Sour Cream
Fourth Layer: Either 1 1/2 cups of finely chopped Tomatoes or 1 1/2 cups of medium Salsa.
Fifth Layer: One can of Corn, use enough to cover the whole layer
Sixth Layer: One bag of finely grated Mexi-Cheese or Fiesta Cheese
Seventh Layer: 1 bunch of finely sliced spring onions or one can of pitted olives sliced, or 2 small cans of sliced olives, or both!
As you can see this recipe is very flexible, so use the layers you like - but always start with a "canvas" of refried beans for a great dip.
Enjoy!
We had about 21 in attendance, with much sharing of ideas from the group. We want to thank Sister Magda Trujillo, who put the evening together for the Interest Group, Connecting Souls.
Several sisters asked for the Dip recipe, which was a simple 7 layer dip, which I have included:
TEXAS SEVEN LAYER DIP
(to get the size dip you need, simply cut in half or double the quantities to suit your needs) Lime-flavored tortilla chips, really add to the flavor of this dip.
First Layer: Refried Beans - 1 15 oz. Can of Refried Beans - or a great way to use the Cannery's reconstitued refried Beans.
Second Layer: Smash 2 ripe Avocadoes and mix with 1/4 cup fresh lime juice.
Third Layer: 1 1/2 cups of Sour Cream
Fourth Layer: Either 1 1/2 cups of finely chopped Tomatoes or 1 1/2 cups of medium Salsa.
Fifth Layer: One can of Corn, use enough to cover the whole layer
Sixth Layer: One bag of finely grated Mexi-Cheese or Fiesta Cheese
Seventh Layer: 1 bunch of finely sliced spring onions or one can of pitted olives sliced, or 2 small cans of sliced olives, or both!
As you can see this recipe is very flexible, so use the layers you like - but always start with a "canvas" of refried beans for a great dip.
Enjoy!
Friday, January 14, 2011
Surrender, Forfeit, Forgo, Give Up, Let Go
This Sunday our RS lesson will be on Sacrifice. You can prepare now by reading chapter 26 of our Gospel Principles Manual. A couple things stuck out to me as I read this lesson. First, that the sacrifices we make help prepare us to become worthy to live in the Celestial Kingdom. And second, the stronger our testimony is, the more we are willing to sacrifice.
I encourage each of us to study this lesson before Sunday and come prepared to discuss why we make sacrifices, what examples we've seen of people sacrificing for the Lord, and how we've gained a testimony of the "great and last sacrifice," the Atonement.
HAT, HATS AND MORE HATS FOR PARKLAND HOSPITAL
A fun-filled, fancy food, fellowshipping/friendshipping evening was held making little hats for the newborns at Parkland Hospital, (Margaret Anderson told us they are called "Tooks" in Canada.)
Our Hostess, Shirley Medaris, whose home was a Valentine's Delight, and Debra Newcum lovingly taught us how to make the little loomed hats. We had 19 or 20 sisters participating, and several even finished a complete hat! Our instuctors assured us, with practice, we will all get faster.
What a fun night!, What a great cause! If you missed last night we may be offering another class in a couple of months. Shirley has great plans going forward - "the cutest hat of the month - and 500 hats for Parkland by the end of November. Let's show her that Dallas 4th Relief Society is up to the challenge.
Tuesday, January 11, 2011
Strength and Power
So much is going on around us as we step gingerly into 2011. I loved the conference talk by Richard G. Scott that reminds me "The Strength and Power We Need" in stressful times - IS FOUND IN OUR TEMPLE.
I am preparing my day (I have to mentally decide and forge ahead on the days I decide to attend the temple - so much gets in my way!!) so that I can attend the temple this evening with our ward. I feel so blessed to be so close to this House of Learning, Service, and Refuge.
It is only eleven days into a new year and I am all ready feeling a deep need for the "strength and power" to make the most of 2011.
I am preparing my day (I have to mentally decide and forge ahead on the days I decide to attend the temple - so much gets in my way!!) so that I can attend the temple this evening with our ward. I feel so blessed to be so close to this House of Learning, Service, and Refuge.
It is only eleven days into a new year and I am all ready feeling a deep need for the "strength and power" to make the most of 2011.
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