That first group of women understood that they had been given authority to teach, inspire, and organize the sisters as disciples to assist in the Lord’s work of salvation. In their first meetings the sisters were taught the guiding purposes of Relief Society: to increase faith and personal righteousness, strengthen families and homes, and seek out and help those in need.

Julie B. Beck, General Relief Society President

Saturday, April 3, 2010

My Dear Sisters,
March - What a busy month.
We had an Auxiliary Training Meeting and were so happy to have so many sisters attend. I hope you truly found something that you could take back and use in your wards and branches.
The Birthday Party was really fun and we loved having so many (over 90) of you there to share in the fun. Weren't the hats beautiful? I heard comments on how wonderful the classes were and how much you enjoyed them. The breakfast items, the salads and rolls you brought were so tasty. I absolutely loved being with you and sharing the day together.
Then on the 21st of March, I attended the Stake Conference in Louisville where the Louisville Stake was divided. The new Crestwood Kentucky Stake was formed. In the forming of that stake and the dividing of Louisville, we lost three of our units: the Carrollton Branch, the Shawnee Branch, and the Shepherdsville Branch. I feel a true loss that the sisters from these branches will be meeting with another stake, but I have such great memories of being with them all. I hope that they truly enjoy their new stake homes. I will miss them. Of course, they will be invited to the activities so we can visit with them from time to time. Also, in the dividing and forming of stakes, we were blessed with a new unit: the Brandenburg Ward. I have met with them and they are going to be a great asset to our Relief Society. They are wonderful women and I am sure you will love them when we all get together in October for the retreat.
Now, we move on to new things. General Conference is this week-end and offers us a great opportunity to listen to the Prophet, the Apostles, and other General Authorities. I hope you will make time to fit this into your schedule. It will be a great experience.
When I think of all of you, I am filled with joy and love for being able to work with and serve you. Have a wonderful April.

Love,

Pat Romney

UP-COMING EVENTS

March 24th - Stake Relief Society Super Saturday Activity "Hands of Heaven". Mark your calendars now for this awesome day!