Having a special needs child is an eye-opening experience. Having two special needs children is challenging, but I have learned along my journey with these children how to rely on the Spirit to guide me. I need to be “in tune” with the Spirit so I can magnify their lives so they can be the … More Akron Stake Disability Specialist Deb Carter
by Cindy Dahl, Akron Stake Just Serve Specialist Every month we will be spotlighting a JustServe opportunity in various areas of our stake. This month is Matthew 25 Outreach Center (www.m25oc.org). In the Wooster and Ashland ward boundaries, we have an excellent opportunity to serve at Matthew 25 Outreach Center. Every first Saturday in Mansfield, third Saturday in Wooster, and fourth … More JustServe Spotlight
Pure Religion I grew up on a small farm in rural Idaho. As I recall, we only had about five neighbors within one mile in either direction of our home. One of these neighbors was a wonderful elderly widow, Ida Phillips. One day, when I was still quite young, I decided that I was going … More Stake Presidency Message
submitted by Sister Tracy Johnson In December 2020, Stacy Tyhurst came up with the idea to have a Medina Ward Drive-Thru. The Relief Society had three goals for the day. The Relief Society presidency wanted to distribute a Christmas gift to every sister in the Medina Ward. We requested that sisters pick up their gift … More Ward Window: Medina
According to the 2018 U.S. National survey on drug use and health, 14.8 million Americans struggle with alcohol use disorder. Another 8.1 million Americans have an illicit drug addiction. Countless more individuals struggle with pornography, gambling, or eating disorders. These addictions make carrying out daily activities difficult and can impair an individual’s ability to work … More Healing Through Christ: The Church’s Addiction Recovery Program
by Sister Diane Burgoon, Stake Self-Reliance Group Coordinator 330-430-9912, diane.burgoon@yahoo.com My Foundation Principle – Take Responsibility and Persevere We have all experienced difficulties in our lives. Sometimes it seems like a steady stream coming our way. It’s important to remember that “this too shall pass.” As we look for guidance and strength from above, we … More Self-Reliance Corner
Asking for Help by Sister Jeanne Peugh, Director Life gives all of us opportunities to learn, grow, and be perfected. It starts with the day we are born and continues until we leave this mortal existence. Take time to reflect back on your life and think of how many times you have asked others for … More Family History Corner
Joy and a Living Prophet Hello Brothers and Sisters. Happy New Year to you all. I have recently been thinking about joy and the profound insight our prophet has given us about it. As we start out a new year, I believe it is important to remind ourselves of the need to work at having … More Stake Presidency Message
by Sister Lisa Kay, Stake Relief Society First Counselor When I moved to the Akron Stake in 1995, Donetta was assigned as one of my visiting teachers. She and her companion came regularly and greeted me on Sunday at church. They didn’t visit every month, but enough that I felt comfortable with them. I was … More Relief Society Happenings
Drive-by Ice Cream Social by Sister Robyn Taylor In the early months of the pandemic, our former Bishop organized a “drive-by ice cream social” outside his home in an effort to reach out to ward members and provide an opportunity to see each other in a safe way. The sister missionaries from our ward came … More Ward Window: Massillon
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