Welcome to the Pioneer Peak Relief Society activity blog. Here is where we will post things like upcoming activities, pictures from those activities, and recipes as well as take comments and suggestions for new activities.
Wednesday, October 20, 2010
The yummies
Thursday, October 14, 2010
Quoted
First off, thanks to ALL the help provided to make our last activity so fantastic. Great testimonies and stories were shared and I saw some pretty impressive apples being made as well!
Secondly, this is for those of you who requested copies of the quotes displayed at our last RS activity and those unable to make it!
“The peril of this century is spiritual apathy. As the body requires sunlight, good food, proper exercise, and rest, so the spirit of man requires the sunlight of the holy Spirit; proper exercise of the spiritual functions; avoiding of evils that affect spiritual health, which are more ravaging in their effects than typhoid fever, pneumonia, or other diseases that attack the body” (Gospel Ideals [1953], 360).
“But if ye will nourish the word, yea, nourish the tree as it beginneth to grow, by your faith with great diligence, and with patience, looking forward to the fruit thereof, it shall take root; and behold it shall be a tree springing up unto everlasting life” (Alma 32:41)
Trainer: Holy Ghost
James E. Talmage explained, “The office of the Holy Ghost in His ministrations among men is described in scripture. He is a teacher sent from the Father; and unto those who are entitled to His tuition He will reveal all things necessary for the soul’s advancement.” (The Articles of Faith (1924))
Stretching: Prayer
Among the most important of spiritual exercises is prayer. It engenders harmony with God and a desire to keep His commandments. Prayer is a key to wisdom, virtue, and humility.
Weight lifting: Gospel Knowledge
“If we spend our mortal days in accumulating secular knowledge to the exclusion of the spiritual then we are in a dead-end street, for this is the time for man to prepare to meet God; this is the time for faith to be built. …
“Secular knowledge, important as it may be, can never save a soul nor open the celestial kingdom” (The Teachings of Spencer W. Kimball, edited by Edward L. Kimball [1982], 390).
Nutrition: Scripture Study
“Its appeal is as timeless as truth, as universal as mankind. It is the only book that contains within its covers a promise that by divine power the reader may know with certainty of its truth….Its origin is miraculous; when the story of that origin is first told to one unfamiliar with it, it is almost unbelievable. But the book is here to be felt and handled and read. No one can dispute its presence. …
“No other written testament so clearly illustrates the fact that when men [and women] and nations walk in the fear of God and in obedience to His commandments, they prosper and grow, but when they disregard Him and His word, there comes a decay that, unless arrested by righteousness, leads to impotence and death” (“A Testimony Vibrant and True,” President Hinckley, Liahona and Ensign, Aug. 2005, 4–5).
Monday, October 4, 2010
Reminder!
Hope to see you all there!!!
Monday, September 27, 2010
An Apple A Day sign up sheet!
Candy Choppers: Megan O'Brien & Rosie Morgan (Rosie I moved you to candy, hope that's o.k.!), Ann Nelson, Danielle Henson& Amy Kennedy
Graham Cracker & Oreo Crusher: Tammy Cervantes
Caramel Dip Makers: Hanna Martorell & Cori Player
Chocolate Drizzler: Aina Werner
If any of you see the sticks for going into the apples, please let me know. I'm having a hard time finding them!
Other than that, I have the stuff and will be bringing it on Sunday. If for some reason you won't be there, let me know so I can get it to you.
Thanks everyone!
Tuesday, September 7, 2010
An Apple a Day--Maintaining Spiritual Health
Thursday, August 26, 2010
Hmm
http://whatscookingblog.com/2007/12/03/does-deception-belong-at-the-dinner-table/
And I agree that the only way to teach good eating habits to our kids (and ourselves) is to show the food in their true form and dress them up in various ways with sauces and spices. Basically Experiment!
So here's another idea.
I want to call it "An Apple a Day--how to feed yourself spiritually"
We'll focus on getting spiritually healthy.
We'll discuss how to do a spiritual check-up and maintain the soul as well.
Then make caramel apples...because 1) we can, 2) they are delicious, and 3) they would symbolize the great inner core you have that you can only make better with piling on the scripture reading, temple attending......yeah I'm stretching but caramel apples sound really good right now.
Thoughts? Added twists to amp up the fun?
Wednesday, July 7, 2010
Votes are in and Schedule Change
We will not be doing it in August :( With family in town, a trip to Lake Powell and the State Fair, I've postponed it to September!
Keep checking back for the exact date!
Also notice a change in scheduling for future dates. We did a little shifting!
Thursday, June 17, 2010
Volunteers
SO!
I'm going to need at least 3 volunteers: One person to be in charge of one recipe. We will have a total of 3 recipes and they will be easy peasy. Trust me. And if you have someone you want to recruit to help you, then great! Please do!
Basically you'll demonstrate how it's done at the activity and then let the ladies have at it.
Also, don't worry, we'll not only give you the recipe but ALSO the stuff to make it.
If you're interested in sharing of your time and talent for this activity, let me know! We can't do it without some awesome volunteers.
~Mahana Petersen
ps. bonus is if you're a volunteer, you'll be there first and get first tastings of everything!!!!!! lucky lucky you! Oh and many many blessings for making my life easier :)
***EDIT (6/19/10): We can have more than one person "man" a recipe table so don't hold back even if we get three volunteers!
Friday, June 4, 2010
Success!!!
Sunday, May 16, 2010
In the Loop
My MAIN Goal:
To hold four (4) major activities each year. These will be “general” enough that it should excite Relief Society Ladies of all ages and interests to participate, PLUS completely non-member and inactive "friendly".
Our first one will be the June 3rd "Fashion" SWAP. {See Blog posting after this one.}
My MINI Goal:
Hold a minimum of 3 “specific” activities to be held in-between the “major” ones. They will be based on feedback from YOU, the Relief Society women. As the date for a "mini" activity comes closer, I will put a couple of ideas up for a vote!
To keep things simple on the "minis", the focus will be on activities that fall within the following categories:
• Crafts
• Cooking
• Motherhood
Sometimes your choice will be the winner and other times it won't. We obviously can't have an activity that pleases everyone but I'm hoping with a simple vote, we can at least please most. Fingers crossed. It'll be a work in progress and if it seems like voting isn't working, then we'll go to Plan B. Let me know if any of you have a Plan B :)
Thanks Ladies! Hope to see you all at our first activity!!!!
Friday, May 14, 2010
Pioneer Peak RS Fashion SWAP!
WHEN: Thursday June 3, 2010 at 7pm-8:30pm (SWAP will officially begin at 7:30p but be there by 7p so we can display your goods!)
WHERE: At the Church (but hopefully outside!!!)
WHY: We all have things in our closet that we have grown tired of or simply do not use anymore. Chances are you will NEVER wear that shirt you insist on saving for that “special” occasion. Why not give those items the possibility of a new life and give yourself a chance to go on a little free “shopping” spree?
The Bribe: Yummy treats will be served
The Details:
What can I bring?
As long as it is in New, Almost New, or Good condition, you could bring: jeans, skirts, jackets, shirts, shoes, purses, bags, scarves, earrings, necklaces, bracelets, rings, sunglasses, baby clothes, maternity clothes or even nail polish.
Is there a limit to how many items I can bring? If I bring 10 items, do I go home with 10?
Nope. We are keeping this simple. If you like it, it’s yours. You may bring a lot and leave with a little or bring a little and leave with a lot. But please bring at least one (1) item. And don’t forget to bring your own “shopping” bag!
What if I bring something and no one takes it home?
This is the BEST part. All items that do not find a new home will be given to the women’s shelter where they will brighten up the wardrobe of another special woman.