General Womens Broadcast and Dinner

February Book of Mormon Class

The February class was held at RaNae Shoaf’s home, and despite

very cold temperatures, we had several sisters brave the weather

and feel the warmth of the Spirit as we discussed our thoughts

and insights about the 1^st Book of Nephi. 

It’s difficult to cover the many stories, doctrine, principles and

teachings contained in these 22 chapters, but we were able to

discuss in length things like the following:

·       *The faith that was required by Lehi’s family to pick up and

leave their comfort and security, WHILE NOTHING SEEMED

TO BE CHANGING AMONG THE JEWS AT JERUSALEM.  Father

Lehi said it would be destroyed and they HAD to leave, but

even after returning several times to acquire the Brass Plates

or go back for Ishmael’s family, NOTHING seemed different.

So, would we be more like Laman and Lemuel and murmur and

complain, or would we have complete trust and faith as Nephi

had?  What correlations can we make to our lives today?

·       *We discussed the vision of the Tree of Life, and emphasized

the vital importance of continuing, commencing, clinging, and

catching hold to the iron rod (word of God); and then partaking of the

fruit of the tree (the love of God) and not giving up. Hold fast to the Iron Rod is the only way to make it through the mists (temptations) that satan throws at us. 

·       *We talked about the amazing vision Nephi was given as he asked

for an interpretation of his father’s Tree of Life vision.  He saw the

panoramic history of the world, but was forbidden to write most of it.

What was recorded however, tells of our day, the history of the founding

of America, and the coming forth of the restoration of the gospel and

the Book of Mormon.  Laman and Lemuel were confused because

they could not understand the vision like Nephi did, and Nephi asks

them a simple question that applies to us as we try to seek knowledge

guidance and the meaning of things:  Have Ye Inquired of the Lord?

Many other things were discussed as well.  It was a great night sharing our

Love of this powerful book.

You can join in on the Book of Mormon class anytime.  It is held every 3^rd

Thursday night, 7pm at RaNae’s home.  Assignment for March:  2^nd Nephi

Honey Lime Chicken Enchiladas!

These are seriously yummy! And if you are always looking for something different to whip up for dinner, this is a fresh new take on traditional enchiladas!

Recipe:
Marinade:
6 tablespoons honey
5 tablespoons lime juice
1 tablespoon chili powder
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder

Enchiladas:
1 pound chicken, cooked and shredded
8-10 flour tortillas
1 pound monterrey jack cheese, shredded
16 ounces green chile enchilada sauce
1 cup heavy cream

Directions:
Whisk the first four ingredients and toss with shredded chicken in a ziplock bag. Let it marinate in the fridge for at least 1/2 hour, but preferably a half day or so. Pour about 1/2 cup enchilada sauce on the bottom of a 9X13 baking pan. Fill the tortillas with chicken (saving marinade) and shredded cheese (saving 1 cup to sprinkle on top). Put rolled tortillas in 9X13 pan as you go. Mix the remaining enchilada sauce with the cream and leftover marinade. Pour sauce on top of the enchiladas. Sprinkle with remaining cheese. Bake at 350 degrees for 30 minutes until brown and crispy on top.

March & April Girls Night Out!

Mikell is doing a wonderful job planning fun activities for just us girls to get together and just let loose! Here is what we have have planned for March and April! Can't wait to see you all there!

Game Night, Girls Night!

Lets get together for some fun new games! 

Thursday March 12th at 7PM

Janet Haight’s Home

3365 Spring Valley Dr

Columbus, Indiana 47203

 Easter Pinterest Party

A Pinterest Party means Crafts - Food - Friends. Can't get much better than that!

Thursday April 9th  6PM

Please check back for further information

Start to get inspired for the party by checking out the party board

https://www.pinterest.com/mikellmurray/easter-pinterest-party/

Recap: January Relief Society Meeting

Great Points to Ponder on Financial Management!!

Jim Shoaf taught a great class for us based on the

Financial Management Class that has been offered at

the ward recently. 

One of the best take aways from the night was the

importance of basing our financial planning around the

payment of tithes and offerings first.  We went over the

wonderful promises connected with these great blessings

including the statement from the Lord in Malachi to “prove

me now herewith…if I will not open you the windows

of heaven, and pour you out a blessing, that there

shall not be room enough to receive it.

Jim will be teaching the entire Financial Workshop beginning

Wednesday, Feb. 11 from 6:30-8pm.  No matter where you

are in your financial readiness, there is always more to learn.

Call Matt Bingham if you would like to attend.  812-657-1685