Pictures from Tuesdays Service Craft Enrichment Group Activity

Good old Diana (I mean that in the nicest possible way - not that I think you are that old mind you!) sent us these photos from the Enrichment Activity on Tuesday.

Here's what Diana had to say about the day:-

"Six sisters and two press-ganged Priesthood drivers enjoyed a pot-luck picnic lunch at the Dodges Ferry park/playground with Sister Irene , where the sun came out on cue. After eating far more than we should have, we salved our consciences by having a lovely walk along the beach together. A fun day was had by all, with much laughter and fellowship."

Thanks Yvonnie for organising these wonderful activities for some of our 'more mature' sisters in the Ward!

We love and appreciate all our wonderful 'oldies'. You put some of us 'younger' ones to shame at times with your energy, commitment, enthusiasm, hard work and testimonies.

Raising Happy and Confident Kids

This is not a relief society endorsed thing but I have come across a Seminar for Parents that will be held on Wednesday 25th March at the Old Woolstore Apartment Hotel, 7.30 - 9.30 pm at a cost of $10.00 per person. It is funded by the Australian Childhood Foundation.

This is what it says on the handout about the Seminar:-

"This seminar will assist parents to become positive family leaders and create nurturing and stimulating environments for children.

Through caring and supportive relationships, parents can encourage children to develop skills and confidence to deal with challenging life events.

The workshop will cover the following topics:

• attributes of resilient children
• the importance of self esteem
• understanding the mystery of your child's brain
• the art, not science of parenting
• how to grow into the job of parenting

Pat Jewell (who conducts the seminar) has worked in the field of parenting and early childhood for more than 20 years. She is the author of three parenting publications. Her funny and engaging style has made her popular amongst parents. She has lots of practical examples about how children learn and grow in families of all sorts of backgrounds."

You can register by phoning 1800 176 453 .

I haven't been to one of these seminars before but I have heard they are wonderful. Just thought some of the young mothers might like to go along (not that any of you need it!) because it's always good to hear what other people have to say that might help in your own family.

However, just letting you know that you will need to find a baby-sitter for the evening.

What happened on Sunday

Sorry I haven't put this on earlier in the week but this is what happened last Sunday if anyone is interested.

1. We are excited to know that we have 3 more families in our Ward. Steve and Chernoa have moved in, Nikki, Corey & Olivia have moved in and of course Sadie and Warren are back with us after living in Cairns for a year. It's also lovely to have Ev, Dave, Harmony & Jet back after their temporary stay in Burnie and Esther and Minol back from their 3 months in Brazil. Relief Society is full of beautiful babies and toddlers which is always special and fun.

2. Just reminders about our Enrichment Activities for those who are interested:-

Yvonne is organising the Service Craft Group
Jill is organising the Book Club
MaryAnne is organising Gourmet Girls
Wendy is organsing quilting
Miriam is organising the Play Group

Please contact any of the above sisters for information about an activity

3. Barbara shared some comments from the Visiting Teaching Message for the month. Please check it out - it's a beautiful message and plan to go early in the month if possible.

4. Rachael led us in the lesson and talked about the Ward goals, our own Relief Society goals and if you want more details please see Rach (as I left shortly after the lesson started so I can't give you many details!)

Elder Bednar on Prayer

I can't remember how to make the YouTube clip appear on the blog but this is a beautiful clip to watch that is totally relevant to the lesson that Kristy gave several weeks ago. Please take a minute to watch it and be inspired to pray more meaningfully. Just click on the link

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FfUgVWnTA34&eurl=http://www.ldsmag.com/youtube/090226prayer.html&feature=player_embedded

Service Craft Enrichment Activity Group

Yvonnie's on the ball and back organising the monthly Service Craft Group.

On the 10th March there will be a picnic at Dodges Ferry Beach via Tiger Head Road.
Please meet at Yvonne's at 11 am.

And on the 14th April

Each sister is to make an Easter Bonnet with all the flowers and frills upon it!

Come to Yvonne's wearing it or bring it in a box.

We are looking forward to getting some photos of both events to post on the blog.

Gourmet girls

Gourmet Girls is happening again this Friday evening at Mary-Anne's house, 7.30 pm.

Come along and learn from each other about nutritious home-made baby food.

What happened on Sunday

1. We missed Rachael who was up north as her brother got married yesterday.

2. We welcomed back Esther and Evelynne who have both been away since late last year - it's nice to have them back with us again. It was also lovely to see Faye with us again who has served for such a long time in Primary and in more recent years in Nursery - it's lovely to have her with us in Relief Society and we hope she felt comfortable and at home after so long serving elsewhere.

3. We also welcomed Lyn (who is just a regular in our ward now!) We also welcomed two sisters who were visiting from the States, one sister who has just finished serving a mission in the Suva Fiji Temple with her husband, the other sister was here with her husband who had served as a missionary 54 years ago in Hobart!!

4. Sister Diana helped us learn more about finding our way around the hymn book which involved a little quiz that was fun to do.

5. Sister Kristy lead us with the lesson taken from Elder Bednar's talk about prayer. She played a song at the beginning of the lesson and another one at the end to help us think about our prayers.

"Prayer becomes more meaningful as we:

1. Counsel with the Lord in all our doings
2. Express heartfelt gratitude
3. Pray for others with real intent and a sincere heart.

I witness that Heavenly Father lives and that He hears and answers every earnest prayer."

A beautiful talk which we hope you will all take the time again to read, to uplift, teach and inspire you and help you as you communice with your loving Heavenly Father each and every day.