Relief Society Happenings

The Akron Stake Relief Society presidency was reorganized on December 30, 2018.  The outgoing presidency was released with a vote of thanks for their dedicated service – Denna Coburn/president, Gretchen Pavkov/1st counselor, April Talley/2nd counselor, and  Leah McConnell/secretary. A new stake Relief Society presidency was sustained with Kristin Center from the New Philadelphia Ward as … More Relief Society Happenings

Light the World

The Akron Ohio Stake again donated a tree to the Akron Children’s Hospital Festival of Trees fundraiser at the John S. Knight Center. President Talley chose the theme of “Light the World” to share the service ideas associated with the Church’s Light the World initiative. The tree was adorned with handmade ornaments from several children … More Light the World

December Self-Reliance Spotlight

Stake Update Self-Reliance groups are now underway in almost every unit across the Stake – some units even have multiple active groups running concurrently. Those participating are working to develop greater self-reliance for themselves, their families and those to whom they minister. Please continue to reach out to your Ward Specialist or Ward Council to … More December Self-Reliance Spotlight

New Philadelphia Bishopric Reorganized

The New Philadelphia Ward Bishopric was reorganized on November 11, 2018.  Bishop Tim McKnight was serving as the elders quorum instructor prior to his call but has served in three past bishoprics.  He served a full-time mission to Vienna, Austria, and his wife, Karen, was a missionary in the Philippines. They have five adult children … More New Philadelphia Bishopric Reorganized

Ward Window: Medina

submitted by Brother Brandt Stiggins The Medina Ward is trying to take a proactive approach to their missionary work. In Ward Council, members discussed the need to have events to invite their friends to. The Council decided to host a ward Volleyball Night every Friday and the ward is loving it. Every Friday ward members … More Ward Window: Medina