WEEKLY READING

Week of March 14-March 20

Gospel Doctrine: Lesson 11: “He Spake Many Things unto Them in Parables” Matthew 13

• What is the meaning of the parable of the sower? (See Matthew 13:3–8, 18–23.) Why do you think the parable focuses more on the ground than on the sower or the seed?
• What invitation did Jesus extend after he presented the parable of the sower? (See Matthew 13:9.) What do you think the word hear means in this invitation? What does it mean to see but see not and to hear but hear not? (See Matthew 13:13–15.)
• The Prophet Joseph Smith taught that the parables of the mustard seed and the leaven are about The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (Teachings of the Prophet Joseph Smith, sel. Joseph Fielding Smith [1976], 98–100). How have you seen the work of God increase as illustrated by these parables?

Suggestion for Family Discussion: Obtain 14 small pieces of paper. On each piece of paper write one of the following phrases, which relate to the parable of the wheat and the tares: (1) the sower, (2) the Lord and his Apostles, (3) the good seed, (4) the righteous members of the Church, (5) the field, (6) the world, (7) the tares, (8) the wicked, (9) the enemy, (10) the devil, (11) the harvest, (12) the end of the world, (13) the reapers, and (14) the angels. To review the parable of the wheat and the tares, mix the pieces of paper. Have family members match the persons, objects, and actions in the parable with their meanings. You may want to read Matthew 13:24–30, 36–43 and Doctrine and Covenants 86:1–7 as you conduct this discussion.

Scripture Chain: “Ears to Hear”
Matthew 13:9–16; Mosiah 2:9; Alma 10:2–6; Alma 12:9–11

Relief Society: Gospel Principles- 30: Charity

General Conference Talks: “The Holy Ghost and Revelation” by Elder Jay E. Jensen & “Be an Example of the Believers” by Mary N. Cook

Book of Mormon Reading: 1Nephi 10-12

Book Club

Hi Book Buddies—

"Winter Garden" by Kristen Hannah
Meet at Linda Schubert's house on Thursday, March 31 at 7 pm to talk about it and make plans for future book choices and get-togethers.

She'll provide treats.

(Winter Garden is available at Costco and I got mine at Target for $12.99 and both Phoenix and Glendale libraries have copies).

WEEKLY READING

Week of March 7 – March 13

Gospel Doctrine: Lesson 10: “Take My Yoke upon You, and Learn of Me” Matthew 11:28-30; 12:1-3; Luke 7:36-50; 13:10-17

• What are some examples of burdens we bear in this life? How can the Lord “give [us] rest” from these burdens? (See Matthew 11:28–30.) What does it mean to take Christ’s yoke upon you? (See the scripture chain in this section.)
• The woman who entered the house of Simon the Pharisee carried the burden of sin (Luke 7:37). What did the woman do that allowed Jesus to take away her burden? (See Luke 7:38, 44–50.) What can we do so the Savior will remove the burden of sin from our lives?

Suggestion for Family Discussion:
Have a family member hold an open, empty container such as a bag or box. Ask other family members to put objects into the container, one at a time. When the container becomes heavy, invite a family member to help carry it. Explain that the objects represent burdens we carry, such as adversity and sorrow. The help from the second family member represents the rest the Savior offers us as we come to him when we “labour and are heavy laden” (Matthew 11:28). Read Matthew 11:28–30 and Mosiah 24:8–15, and help family members understand that when we follow the Savior, he will ease our burdens and make them light.

Scripture Chain: “Take My Yoke upon You, … and Ye Shall Find Rest”
Matthew 11:28–30; Mosiah 24:8–15; Alma 12:33–35; D&C 54:10; D&C 59:23

Relief Society: Gospel Principles- 29: The Lord’s Law of Health

General Conference Talks: “Trust in God, Then Go and Do” by President Henry B. Erying & “ Cleansing the Inner Vessel” by President Boyd K. Packer

Book of Mormon Reading: 2Nephi 7-9

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March Announcements

March 12th - YM/YW Fundraiser Dinner

5pm to 7pm at the Happy Valley Building

This is an activity for the whole family.

Cowboy Dinner for the adults and silent auction.

Child care - pizza, movies and more for the kids.

March 17th - Relief Society Meeting

7pm at the Happy Valley Building

Friendship Connection

Come make friends and learn more about the wonderful sisters in our ward.

March 18th - Preparedness Class

7pm to 9pm at the Happy Valley Building

Food Storage 101 - How to get started and where am I going to store it?

March 19th - Temple Service Project

8am to 10am at the Mesa Temple

Service project to clean up the temple grounds.

Activity for the entire family.

March 20th - Canning & Sun Oven Deadline

Order due for the April 9th Canning Date

Order due for Sun Ovens

March 24th - Stake Temple Day

10am and 4pm Chapel Sessions

March 28th - Ward DI Assignment

Contact Lance Mecham if you are available.

Chocolate Eclair Cake

(This yummy cake was served at our Christmas progressive dinner. Lynn Greene gave me the recipe to share!)

1 box of honey graham crackers

2 small boxes of instant vanilla pudding (or chocolate or coconut)

1 8 ounce container of Cool Whip

1 can chocolate icing

3 cups milk

Make a layer of crackers in bottom of 9x13 pan. Mix 3 cups milk to pudding, beat until thickened. Fold in Cool Whip, mix well. Pour half of pudding and then another row of crackers. On top of the last layer of crackers, spread the icing on crackers. (The frosting spreads better one by one while cracker is held in your hand.)

Self Defense Class Pictures