Relief Society Newletter
November 2012
At this Thanksgiving time we all need to make sure that we take time to stop and make a list of all the things we are grateful for…a gratitude list and then share it with family and friends. I know of a family that always goes around the dinner table before they eat that wonderful Thanksgiving dinner and have everyone express their gratitude for the blessings of the past year. What a wonderful tradition. We as a Presidency would hope that we don’t get so caught up in the busyness of the day that we don’t take time to reflect on the blessings that we have been given.
“This is a wonderful time to be living here on earth,” said President Monson. He went on to say, “Our opportunities are limitless. While there are some things wrong in the world today, there are many things right, such as teachers who teach, ministers who minister, marriages that make it, parents who sacrifice, and friends who help and children who obey.”
“Sincerely giving thanks not only helps us recognize our blessings but it also unlocks the doors of heaven and helps us feel God’s love,” President Monson said. Do we remember to give thanks for the blessings we receive? Regardless of our circumstances, each of us has much for which to be grateful, if we but pause and contemplate our blessings.
May we ever reflect our gratitude for our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. He taught us how to pray. He taught us how to live. He taught us how to die. His life is a legacy of love. Let us follow Him. Let us emulate His example. Let us obey His words. By so doing, we give Him the divine Gift of gratitude.
May each of you and your families enjoy this wonderful holiday season by giving thanks for all that has been given to each of us.
Much Love,
Lisa, Barbara, Jocelyn, Kay
Lisa, Barbara, Jocelyn, Kay
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