by Ryland Most, Canton Ward Young Men’s Camp is something I look forward to every summer. I enjoy getting together with the young men in my ward, planning out what we’re going to bring, figuring out tent arrangements, and eventually driving up to camp. This year the theme was “Hold Fast.” A term commonly used … More YM Camp
by Pepper Adams, Akron Ward The theme for Girls Camp this year was “Fear not: Believe Only.” The name comes from a talk given by Elder Holland in the April 2022 General Conference. This year I was in the second years, but it was my first year because I wasn’t able to make it last … More Girls Camp
Youth Conference this year was both a fun and spiritually enriching experience. We were given lessons on missionary work and acknowledging the Lord. There were many fun activities, including a day at Mohican Adventure, hanging out in the rec center, and a dance. We also had tons of time to socialize with friends who we … More Youth Conference
He Polished My Toes Watch the video: https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/video/self-reliance-videos/my-foundation/2014-06-2090-he-polished-my-toe?lang=eng Self-Reliance Groups We will be holding an online devotional on Sunday, September 11, at 7 p.m. to provide an overview of how the self-reliance groups work. We will focus on the “Emotional Resilience – Finding Strength in the Lord” group. We will provide a brief overview of … More Self-Reliance Corner
Do You Know Your Neighbors? by Sister Jeanne Peugh, Director The second greatest commandment is to “Love thy neighbor as thyself.” From the scriptures, we understand that our neighbors are all our brothers and sisters. Here are seven key traits that make someone a good neighbor: 1) Friendly 2) Quiet 3) Respectful 4) Mature 5) … More Family History Corner
“Just Serve” in our stake is having a Toy Drive for Akron Children’s Hospital. Every ward has 6-7 items they have been asked to contribute. Our goal is to collect as many of each of those items as possible. Each ward is collecting until Sunday, September 25. Please join us in the spirit of service and have your family members get involved in … More Toy Drive
Our beloved Prophet, Russell M. Nelson, has given great advice for our spiritual lives. I would like to put emphasis on his recent suggestion to seek and expect miracles. This was one of his five suggestions in his April 2022 General Conference, “The Power of Spiritual Momentum.” He said, “The Lord will bless you with … More Stake Presidency Message
Single Adults age 30 and over, We are so excited to share a fun SA activity that will begin July 4 and run through October 12, 2022! That is 100 days, and we would like to challenge all the Single Adults to take part in doing some type of family history work each day for … More 100 Days of Family History
Self-Reliance Groups We recently finished up our latest round of Self-Reliance groups. It was our best turnout ever! We will be holding an online devotional in September to provide an overview of how the groups work. We will focus on the “Emotional Resilience – Finding Strength in the Lord” group. We will provide a brief … More Self-Reliance Corner
by Brother Paul McPherson Welcome to the next installation of the Emergency Preparedness (EP) Moment in the Stake Newsletter. We are excited to provide insights and gentle reminders about preparing for and responding to the unexpected. Elder L. Tom Perry taught, “The need for preparation is abundantly clear. The great blessing of being prepared gives … More Emergency Preparedness Moment
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