Bishop Jon Lee was born in Ancon Canal Zone (unincorporated territory of the United States from 1903 to 1979) but grew up in Utah. He served his mission in the England London South Mission. Jon holds a BS in Business Management from the University of Phoenix as well as the Associate in Risk Management (ARM) … More New Akron Ward Bishopric
By Jeanne Peugh, Stake Family History Center Director We all have ancestors both of blood and of spirit, and each of our lives rests firmly on the foundation of their sacrifice. They can be a tremendous source of guidance and companionship. The ancestors we choose to honor may not only be recent but those who … More Love Your Ancestors
By President Diane Burgoon, Stake Primary This year the theme for Primary is “I am a Child of God.” We want the children to understand their divine parentage and realize that they were created in the image of their Father in Heaven. Knowing that they are joint heirs with Christ should instill in them a desire … More Primary Happenings
submitted by Brother Tyler Stover The Transition Doesn’t Need to be “Jarring”! This past summer the Medina Ward Relief Society put together a special “Transition to Relief Society” program for our newly graduated senior girls. We had seven young women graduate from high school this year and felt inspired to help ease the transition from the … More Ward Window: Medina
Stake Update Mark your calendars! Our next Devotional is now confirmed for February 25 at 6 p.m. at the Canton Building. This will be a great opportunity to personally get engaged in this new initiative. We look forward to building off the great momentum we built with the first round. Principle #3 – Manage Money … More Self-Reliance Spotlight February 2018
Happy New Year!!!! The home storage is starting the new year with an updated price list for 2018 that include price savings on many items. We also have our sale items good until February 28 Spaghetti Bites are $ 2.25 for 2.7 lb can or a case of 6 #10 cans for $13.50; Pinto Beans … More Brecksville Home Storage Center Specials – February
by Elizabeth Nielson Many local Latter-day Saints were inspired by the Church’s #LightTheWorld Christmas initiative this holiday season. Now in its second year, the initiative is based on the scripture found in Matthew 5, “Ye are the light of the world.” The goal was to inspire individuals to serve more like the Savior during the … More #LightTheWorld
by Sister Denna Coburn, Stake RS President BEE ANXIOUSLY ENGAGED, our theme for the January 20th Stake Women’s Conference is an invitation for the sisters in our stake to unite in opportunities to reach out and serve our community. “As the Epistle of James notes, service is the very definition of pure religion (see James 1:27). … More Relief Society Happenings
by Dawn Varner, Massillon Ward Primary President The Primary Presidency of the Massillon Ward wanted to have a Christmas activity that involved the children in some type of service – ideally, a “children helping children” activity. They learned of an activity the New Portage Branch had done last year for the International Institute of Akron … More Ward Window: Massillon
Stake Update December 20th marked a significant milestone for our Stake Self-Reliance program. It was the date of our first graduates of the new program (congratulations to the Ashland Personal Finance Group for leading the way)! The remaining groups are on track to complete their sessions here in January. As we mentioned last month, we … More Self-Reliance Spotlight January 2018
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