Akron Ohio Stake News

Emergency Preparedness Moment

May 1, 2022

by Brother Paul McPherson Welcome to 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. We will spotlight one of the many suggestions from the Church’s website/PDF in each newsletter: https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/bc/content/shared/english/life-help/Personal-and-Family-Emergency-Preparedness-Planning-Guide.pdf or from other experienced organizations. We hope … More Emergency Preparedness Moment

Cleveland Ohio Temple Announced

May 1, 2022

Cleveland is located along the southern shore of Lake Erie and is located about 20 miles from the Church’s first temple in Kirtland. The temple in Kirtland was dedicated in 1836, and the property is owned by the Community of Christ. This will be the state’s second temple. The Columbus Ohio Temple was dedicated in … More Cleveland Ohio Temple Announced

Ward Window: Massillon

May 1, 2022

Massillon Temple Trip submitted by Sister Dawn Varner Under the direction of Bishop Fowler, our ward has committed to “Prepare to get to the temple with S.P.E.E.D.” (Spiritually, Physically, and Emotionally Every Day). The youth of our ward took that challenge seriously and decided to plan a bus trip to the Palmyra Temple. The youth … More Ward Window: Massillon

Family History Corner

May 1, 2022

A Story by Jeanne Peugh, Director Elder Gerrit W. Gong gave a wonderful discourse entitled “We Each Have a Story” during this April General Conference. He showed us how members of our family are blended, the past, present, and future generations, into one great whole. A family of the ages sealed together into an eternal … More Family History Corner

The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints Donates 38,672 Pounds of Food to Local Food Pantry

May 1, 2022

by Brother David Foutz Last month, a semi-truck from Salt Lake City, Utah, made its way across the country headed to Medina, Ohio. Inside was a staggering 38,672 pounds of food, donated to Feeding Medina County from The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Feeding Medina County is an organization that provides community-wide food … More The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints Donates 38,672 Pounds of Food to Local Food Pantry

Self-Reliance Resources

May 1, 2022

I’m sure that most, if not all, of us, have reacted with anger to certain situations. It’s a natural-man reaction that surfaces when we feel that we or others have been treated unfairly, or for many other reasons. Learning to understand and control our anger is possible. The following is from the Finding Strength in … More Self-Reliance Resources

Stake Presidency Message

March 1, 2022

What is the First Principle of the Gospel? (or “are we smarter than a 5th grade primary child”) What is the First Principle of the Gospel? I am sure we all recall answering this question many times. But were our answers correct? I, for one, am guilty of answering incorrectly many times. For many years … More Stake Presidency Message

Gospel Light

March 1, 2022

by Lisa Kay, Stake Relief Society 1st Counselor I love light! When my husband asked if I liked the higher or lower watt bulbs in our basement lights, I replied, “Higher, I like it bright like the sun!” While I enjoy bright visual light, the light that uplifts us all is the gospel light of … More Gospel Light

Relief Society Message

March 1, 2022

by Sister Kris Center, Stake Relief Society President I have two little hands, folded snuggly and tight. They are tiny and weak, yet they know what is right. During all the long hours till daylight is through, There is plenty indeed for my two hands to do. Kind Father, I thank thee for two little … More Relief Society Message

Akron and New Portage Ward Daddy Daughter/Granddaughter-Grandfather Dance

March 1, 2022

by Shauna Jones, Akron Ward (wife of Darryl Jones, EQ President) On January 21st, the Akron and New Portage Wards elders quorums sponsored a Daddy-Daughter/Grandfather-Granddaughter dance. It was well attended by about 60 people. We chose to invite girls of all ages ranging from ages 3 to 32. We held a winter-themed dance with snowflakes … More Akron and New Portage Ward Daddy Daughter/Granddaughter-Grandfather Dance

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