She shared a brief explanation of the purpose of Relief Society, spoke lovingly of her two counselors and how they are filling their mission here on earth (that is specific to them) and bore her testimony. She then opened it up to question and answers. Wow! It seemed quite brave to me. That means you get to deal wisely with any topic that could be thrown your way - while 'on your feet'. Apparently, she was confident the Spirit would be there.
There were questions about the curriculum, visiting teaching, eternal companions, abuse, scripture study, being single, 'wayward' children, one about 'how do you do it all?' and more.
Here are some lessons taught:
1. Read from the scriptures daily.
2. It is your right/responsibility to live the female half of the plan.
3. It doesn't work out on paper. Turn your life over to Christ and miracles will happen.
4. We are never alone. We have a sisterhood, our Heavenly Father and Jesus Christ with us.
5. Taylor your service to the individual/s involved.
6. Love your spouse and work together.
7. Motherhood is an eternal calling given to all women.
8. We all have a mission here on earth.
9. We all have access to prophets.
10. Teach children the meaning behind the action.
11. Pray.
12. Be the strong link in your family.
13. Use the gift of the Holy Ghost.
Favorite quote: "Children are welcome in an LDS home because we know what to do with them."
It was interesting to me how many times the message came out - 'It's a faith based work.'. We need to have faith in everything we do. Each scenario will be different - depending on who is involved. The main idea to grasp is that Heavenly Father will taylor what we need to us. We are able to get answers for our specific questions and concerns.
Oh! I loved this! Copy and pasting.
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