Cotton Manor Ward Relief Society

"Our Heavenly Father created this beautiful earth, with all its abundance, for our benefit and use. His purpose is to provide for our needs as we walk in faith and obedience. He has lovingly commanded us to “prepare every needful thing” (see D&C 109:8) so that, should adversity come, we can care for ourselves and our neighbors and support bishops as they care for others.

"We encourage members world-wide to prepare for adversity in life by having a basic supply of food and water and some money in savings.

"We ask that you be wise as you store food and water and build your savings. Do not go to extremes; it is not prudent, for example, to go into debt to establish your food storage all at once. With careful planning, you can, over time, establish a home storage supply and a financial reserve."
—The First Presidency, All Is Safely Gathered In: Family Home Storage, Feb. 2007, 1

Sunday, August 30, 2009

General Conference

We invite you to prepare and join us for the general Relief Society meeting on Saturday, September 26, 2009, and general conference the following week on October 3-4.

Concerning conference, President Thomas S. Monson has said: “Those who will address us have sought heaven’s help and direction as they have prepared their messages. They have been impressed concerning that which they will share with us. . . . Our Heavenly Father loves each of us and is mindful of our needs” (“Welcome to Conference,” Ensign, May 2009, 6).

Saturday, August 8, 2009

Oriental Chicken Salad

½ head chopped cabbage

2 chicken breasts boiled and shredded

½ cup slivered almonds

1 pkg top ramen noodles chicken flavor

3 tablespoons sesame seeds (optional)

Roast ramen noodles, almonds and sesame seeds in oil in frying pan. Let cool, add to cabbage and chicken. Pour dressing on top.

Dressing: ½ cup vegetable oil, 3 tablespoons vinegar, 1 tsp salt, 1 tsp pepper, 1 package ramen chicken seasoning, 1 tablespoon sugar.

Monday, August 3, 2009

Service Opportunity

We have an opportunity to help those in need. As a Relief Society Presidency we have compiled a list of some items which could be donated to bless the lives of others. If you are interested in helping, please contact us. Thank you!

1. Babys needs (diapers)
2. Pots and pans
3. Items necessary for preparing food (knives, can opener)
4. Cleaning supplies
5. Laundry supplies
6. Napkins
7. Children's games, toys, books
8. Bath towels
9. Sheets (twin)
10. Backpacks, school supplies
11. Gently used clothing, shoes and cleats

"...when ye are in the service of your fellow beings ye are only in the service of your God." Mosiah 2:17

Tuesday, July 28, 2009

New Baby!

Announcing

Alexander Winfree

Paula Winfree had her baby today at 1:13 pm.

He is a healthy boy at 5 lbs 14 oz and 18.5 inches long.

He was quite a surpise since he was not due for 4 more weeks, but baby and mom are both healthy and great.

Sister Winfree and baby will be home Wednesday afternoon.

If you are able to help with meals for Paula and her family, please let Sister Perez or Sister Stevenson know.

Dear Sisters,

The new school year is just a few weeks away. If you or someone you know in the ward may need assistance in purchasing new school clothes or school supplies for their children, please let Sister Stevenson know.

Monday, July 27, 2009

New Class!

Strengthening Marriage: A Resource Guide for Couples begins August 27 @ 7:00 pm @ Stake Center

o Strengthening Marriage is a new course to help you develop and maintain an enriching relationship with your husband or wife.

o The course will help you understand the foundation for happiness in marriage, identify attitudes and behaviors that may be getting in the way of happiness, and help you find ways to enrich your marriage.

o What Topics Are Covered?

The course covers six topics to help you identify areas to improve in your marriage.

Applying Gospel Principles
Communicating with Love
Fostering Equality and Unity
Overcoming Anger
Resolving Conflict
Enriching Marriage

Wednesday, July 22, 2009

Recipe

Baked Rigatoni
16 oz rigatoni
1 pkg Italian sausage, cooked (ground or finely sliced)
2 ½ tablespoons dried thyme
2 small cartons whipping cream (approximately 2 cups)
1 can whole olives
1 (14 oz) can diced tomatoes (Italian or garlic flavored, use juice)
1 ½ tablespoons Italian seasoning, mixed
1 ½ cups crumbled feta cheese
2 cups mozzarella cheese, grated

Preheat oven to 375 degrees. Butter large casserole dish. Cook pasta; drain and put in dish. Cook sausage and drain fat. Mix everything, except cheese; add dash of salt and pepper. Cover with foil and bake for 20 minutes. Remove and mix cheeses. Bake for an additional 25 minutes. Let cool for approximately 5-10 minutes.

*October 25
Sister Stevenson gave a beautiful lesson from the May 2009 Ensign by Elder David R. Bednar entitled "Honorably Hold a Name and Standing". She reminded us that we need to watch over each other as Relief Society sisters and not to leave anyone out in the storm of life. We need to "gather" one another and make it back to the house of the Lord so we can all receive the blessings of the temple and thereby gain eternal life. Please read this article in the May 2009 ensign if you have not done so already. Elder Bednar talks about what it was that kept the pioneers going through their unimaginable hardships as they sought shelter in camps along the Mississippi River. It was the fire of the temple covenant that burned in their hearts. it was their commitment to worship and honorably hold a name and standing in the house of the Lord. Elder Bednar says if you have not been able to make it to the temple, for whatever reason, to please cast away the things in your life that stand in the way and to seek after the things that are of eternal consequence.