LDS Relief Society Meeting Ideas
Following is a list of resources for planning fantastic Relief Society meetings and activities (formerly known as Homemaking, Enrichment, and now Additional Relief Society meetings):
Meeting Ideas / Service Projects
1500/2000/2500 Calorie 72 hour kit menus
Submitted by Jenny Smith on Thu, 02/23/2006 - 1:00am72 hour kit for the Office or School
Submitted by Jenny Smith on Tue, 10/07/2008 - 5:24pmA disaster can strike even at work! Here are some ideas from the Red Cross on what you can do to prepare yourself for a disaster at work. These ideas would make a great Enrichment night project, especially for those working in areas where earthquakes strike or in high rise buildings. Read more »
Additional RS Meetings and Activities
Submitted by Anonymous on Sat, 05/23/2009 - 1:13pmOn September 26, 2009, Sister Julie Beck announced changes that will simplify the RS activities formerly known as "Home, Family and Personal Enrichment". Read more »
Alzheimer's Unit and Assisted Living Service Project
Submitted by Anonymous on Fri, 05/20/2005 - 12:00amA Night in Bethlehem
Submitted by Anonymous on Fri, 10/14/2005 - 12:00amTreat the members of your ward to a trip back in time! Visit "Bethlehem" on the evening Jesus Christ was born. This is a fun activity idea that includes invitation wording, a skit, and food like the Savior may have eaten. It's a big logistical undertaking, but the payoff is great! Read more »
A Night in Zarahemla
Submitted by Anonymous on Fri, 10/14/2005 - 12:00amThis is a take-off on the Night in Bethlehem with a Nephite twist. Serve food that Nephites may have eaten like pineapple, bananas, tortillas, and beans. The decorations would be Read more »
Apple pie
Submitted by Anonymous on Sun, 01/22/2006 - 1:00amA Shoe About You
Submitted by Anonymous on Wed, 03/30/2005 - 1:00amAs people... Read more »
Assemble a Family Home Evening Kit
Submitted by Anonymous on Wed, 11/17/2004 - 1:00amStart...
Read more »A Tribute to Relief Society Presidents - Short form of Emma Smith's Garden Party
Submitted by Anonymous on Mon, 10/03/2005 - 12:00amDownload the PDF version of this...
A Wedding Feast
Submitted by Megan on Thu, 05/25/2006 - 7:43pmI have been asked by our Enrichment board to be on the food committe for a "Wedding Feast". Read more »
Baptism Books Service Project
Submitted by Anonymous on Mon, 11/22/2004 - 1:00amBeauty Bags
Submitted by Anonymous on Wed, 10/08/2008 - 11:51pm
Be Prepared Activity Lesson
Submitted by Anonymous on Tue, 11/01/2005 - 1:00amBe prepared in all things. D&C 29:8.
PURPOSE: It's important to prepare for emergencies...
Book Exchange
Submitted by Anonymous on Wed, 03/30/2005 - 1:00amUpon arrival at the activity, place all the books in a pile. ... Read more »
Book Review
Submitted by Anonymous on Sun, 02/04/2007 - 1:00amBorder - Stitches
Submitted by Chris Gunn on Wed, 10/08/2008 - 11:44pm
Border - Stitches
Submitted by Chris Gunn on Wed, 10/08/2008 - 11:44pm
BYU Women's Conference
Submitted by Jenny Smith on Wed, 09/17/2008 - 3:01pmYou can see all the great ideas from BYU Women's Conference at the
Sharing Station booths online! Read more »
Cheyenne Ridge Sisters
Submitted by Jenny Smith on Tue, 06/30/2009 - 3:30pmBlog site for the RS program of one ward. This website shows what this ward is doing with Enrichment and Pursuit of Excellence -- they are awesome!
children's class druing home enrichment
Submitted by keiana on Tue, 10/18/2005 - 7:27pmNewly called 2nd counsellor & wondering if anyone has/is implementing the children's class during home enrichment. Never heard/seen it done. Read more »
Children's Stories Service Project
Submitted by Anonymous on Mon, 11/22/2004 - 1:00amChocolate Appreciation Night
Submitted by Traci on Wed, 05/13/2009 - 3:13pmThere is more that one “Reisen” to get together with your fellow RS sisters. (That’s what the invitation says,... Read more »
Christmas Enrichment
Submitted by Anonymous on Mon, 09/19/2005 - 12:00amChristmas Nativity Progressive Supper
Submitted by Anonymous on Mon, 11/20/2006 - 1:00amLDS Youth Progressive Supper
Nativity Story & Hymns
Luke Chapter 2 verses 1-20
Reader one:
1 AND... Read more »
Christmas Program
Submitted by cris-sanchez on Mon, 11/09/2009 - 3:27pmI am looking for a christmas program for a releif society dinner. I believe the program relates to the women in Christ's life. Any help is appreicated.
Clean Home/Dirty Home
Submitted by Anonymous on Sun, 03/05/2006 - 1:00amDid this object lesson remind you of another?
Please share your object lesson here! It's users like you that make this website so helpful. Thank you!
Clothes Swap
Submitted by Anonymous on Wed, 03/15/2006 - 1:00amCocoa Night (or Pink Lemonade Night, depending on the season)
Submitted by Traci on Wed, 05/13/2009 - 3:16pmMeet at a sister’s home monthly from 8 pm – 9 pm to explore new ways to study the scriptures. The late hour is so... Read more »
Combined Laurel / Relief Society Transition Poster
Submitted by Jenny Smith on Fri, 03/12/2010 - 12:36pmThis sounded like a really well-thought out Relief Society Activity. The poster describes a special evening meeting with the theme "Serving in the Family".
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Corn Husk Invitation
Submitted by Chris Gunn on Wed, 10/08/2008 - 11:44pm
Corn Husk Invitation
Submitted by Chris Gunn on Wed, 10/08/2008 - 11:44pm
CPR
Submitted by Anonymous on Thu, 03/23/2006 - 1:00amcRaZy Huge list of Food Storage Recipes
Submitted by Jenny Smith on Thu, 02/19/2009 - 10:05amMy friend Jillyne K. gave me this selection of files. A former Stake Preparedness Specialist, Jillyne is a local celebrity famous for expertise in food storage, rotation, and use. Read more »
Death/Grief/Wills/Trusts - Enrichment Night Activity
Submitted by Anonymous on Sat, 06/18/2005 - 12:00amSpiritual Lesson
The lesson was prepared using the Questions and Answers section of the June 2005 Ensign "
DeFord Music
Submitted by Jenny Smith on Tue, 06/30/2009 - 1:16pmD.I.P party
Submitted by Anonymous on Sat, 07/30/2005 - 12:00amWe started the evening by welcoming everyone and thanking them for... Read more »
Emergency/Practical Preparedness
Submitted by Anonymous on Tue, 08/30/2005 - 12:00amTeach the... Read more »
Emma's Garden Party
Submitted by Corene Heaps on Fri, 03/10/2006 - 12:35amI just want to thank whoever wrote "Emma's Garden Party" I was asked to direct a show for RS Bday party this month. Read more »
Emma Smith's Garden Party Skit
Submitted by Anonymous on Mon, 10/03/2005 - 12:00amDownload the PDF version of this...
Encouraging Attendance at Home, Family and Personal Enrichment with Great Class Titles
Submitted by Shiloah Baker on Wed, 09/17/2008 - 3:49pm"Delectable Danish"
How does that title capture your attention or interest? This
class could be all about making Danishes, delicate breads,
braided cheese breads and other delicious delicacies that your
average person doesn't know how to make. Read more »
Enrichment Activities
Submitted by keiana on Wed, 03/29/2006 - 7:15pmThankyou for all the help from this wonderful site.
Just wanted to see how everyone is doing with enrichment activities and find some new and creative ideas for the months ahead. Read more »
EnrichmentCottage:
Submitted by Jenny Smith on Tue, 03/02/2010 - 1:38pmCheck out the "purse"onal Relief Society Birthday Skit at the Enrichment Cottage.
Enrichment Night: 72 hour kit display
Submitted by Jenny Smith on Wed, 04/01/2009 - 1:18pmThis is a photograph from the activity Relief Society Birthday Celebration "Something Extraordinary: Relief Society of the Past, Present, and Future":
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Enrichment Night: 72 hour kit display
Submitted by Jenny Smith on Wed, 04/01/2009 - 1:22pm
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Enrichment Night: 72 hour kit for pets
Submitted by Jenny Smith on Wed, 04/01/2009 - 1:20pmThis is a photograph from the activity Relief Society Birthday Celebration "Something Extraordinary: Relief Society of the Past, Present, and Future":
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Enrichment Night 72 hour kits
Submitted by Anonymous on Thu, 09/22/2005 - 2:12pmI'm trying to figure out a good way to make 72 hour kits at Enrichment this month. Any ideas? Do you give people a list of things to bring with them or buy things and have them bring money? Read more »
Enrichment Night: Decorations
Submitted by Jenny Smith on Wed, 04/01/2009 - 1:27pm
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Enrichment Night: Dorothy Style
Submitted by Anonymous on Sat, 07/16/2005 - 12:00amEnrichment Night: RS Birthday Cake
Submitted by Jenny Smith on Wed, 04/01/2009 - 1:25pm
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Enrichment Night Service Auction
Submitted by Anonymous on Thu, 06/23/2005 - 12:00amEnrichment Night Service Auction
Submitted by Anonymous on Sat, 10/07/2006 - 10:53pmHi, Read more »
Enrichment Night: Sisters enjoy the event
Submitted by Jenny Smith on Wed, 04/01/2009 - 1:24pm
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Enrichment Questionnaire
Submitted by Anonymous on Wed, 10/08/2008 - 11:42pmThis questionnaire was submitted by Bobbie D. Her Relief Society is using this document to assess the needs and interests of her Relief Society for the new year. Read more »
Family Home Evening Lesson Group
Submitted by Traci on Wed, 05/13/2009 - 3:25pmWe do this once at the beginning of each year. The group meets twice: once to receive instructions and choose lesson... Read more »
Fantastic Food Ideas for Enrichment Meetings and other LDS Activities
Submitted by Jenny Smith on Thu, 10/02/2008 - 1:18pmFor the un-crafty members of Relief Society, like me, coming up with creative ways to present food during activities can be very intimidating. Here are some ideas that can help you: Read more »
Food Bank Scavenger Hunt
Submitted by Anonymous on Mon, 09/06/2004 - 12:00amFreezer Meal Group
Submitted by Traci on Wed, 05/13/2009 - 3:19pmA group of 10 sisters gathers monthly for three months. (Other numbers work, too.) They prepare two each of four meals... Read more »
Garden Enrichment:
Submitted by Jenny Smith on Wed, 08/13/2008 - 2:57pm
Garden Enrichment: Table Closeup
Submitted by Jenny Smith on Wed, 08/13/2008 - 2:30pm
Garden Enrichment: Table Full View
Submitted by Jenny Smith on Wed, 08/13/2008 - 2:48pm
Garden Group
Submitted by Traci on Wed, 05/13/2009 - 3:22pmGet together monthly to learn what to do with your garden. This can be anything from how to lay out your garden to... Read more »
Garden-themed Enrichment Activity
Submitted by Jenny Smith on Wed, 08/13/2008 - 1:22pmFor a quarterly Enrichment meeting, our Enrichment Leader and Counselor settled on a garden theme for a preparedness and... Read more »
Getting to Know You
Submitted by Anonymous on Fri, 02/17/2006 - 1:00amGet to Know You Questions
Submitted by Anonymous on Mon, 06/02/2008 - 12:00amWhat is the best book you've read lately?
Describe what your favorite church... Read more »
Gospel Feud WITH Survey Results
Submitted by Anonymous on Fri, 10/07/2005 - 12:00amSeparate into two teams. Two players, one from each team, face off to answer a question... Read more »
Hair/Spa Night with RS
Submitted by Anonymous on Wed, 08/13/2008 - 12:00amHand Painted Glass Plates
Submitted by Anonymous on Sat, 02/10/2007 - 1:00amTape the design you have... Read more »
Happy Birthday Relief Society
Submitted by Anonymous on Tue, 10/14/2008 - 2:08pmKenna S. says, "[This is j]ust a quick paper I printed and put in a frame to display on the table during our ward's RS birthday. It is really simple, which makes it versatile."
Here Am I; Send Me
Submitted by Jenny Smith on Tue, 06/30/2009 - 1:44pmThe following video presentation was made at the General Relief Society Meeting broadcast on September 28, 2002. Read more »
History of Relief Society
Submitted by babetzky on Wed, 03/04/2009 - 7:56amA powerpoint presentation of the History of Relief Society and Past Presidents of the organization.
Home, Family, and Personal Enrichment Meeting Agenda
Submitted by Anonymous on Wed, 10/08/2008 - 11:42pmThis agenda form is for Enrichment Meetings and features a spot for an Emergency Preparedness message, suggestions for time spent on each segment of the meeting, and a reminder to thank those who helped during the meeting. Read more »
House Wife Olympics
Submitted by Anonymous on Sat, 08/06/2005 - 12:00am4 man table setting relay,...
How to be a 10 Cow Woman
Submitted by Anonymous on Wed, 10/08/2008 - 11:49pmThis Enrichment Night Activity Idea was submitted by Cathy from England. She says, "In 2 weeks I am doing an Enrichment class on 'How to be a 10 cow woman'. Read more »
Incredible Unidentifiable Edibles Dinner
Submitted by Anonymous on Thu, 10/13/2005 - 12:00amIndividual Worth Activity: 7 BOOKMARKS
Submitted by Anonymous on Wed, 10/25/2006 - 12:00amTo...
In My Savior's Eyes
Submitted by Anonymous on Mon, 06/27/2005 - 12:00amInternational Cuisine Night
Submitted by Anonymous on Wed, 06/06/2007 - 12:00amInternational Night
Submitted by Anonymous on Thu, 10/27/2005 - 12:00amJournal Jar
Submitted by Anonymous on Mon, 11/22/2004 - 1:00amLadybug Luncheon - Individual Worth Activity
Submitted by Anonymous on Wed, 10/08/2008 - 11:50pmKim A. says, "I attached a program I compiled for YWIE or a mutual night activity."
This collection of ideas uses a ladybug theme and has lots of cute ideas for ladybug snacks. Read more »
LDS HFPE: Glass Block Nativity Craft with vinyl lettering
Submitted by McKay Harris on Wed, 09/17/2008 - 3:32pm
LDS HFPE: Glass Block Temple Craft with vinyl lettering
Submitted by McKay Harris on Wed, 09/17/2008 - 3:38pm
LDS Relief Society Meeting Ideas
Submitted by Jenny Smith on Wed, 09/17/2008 - 2:53pmFollowing is a list of resources for planning fantastic Relief Society meetings and activities (formerly known as Homemaking, Enrichment, and now Additional Relief Society meetings):
Lip Gloss and Kindness
Submitted by Anonymous on Thu, 01/11/2007 - 1:00amLiteracy Auction
Submitted by Traci on Wed, 05/13/2009 - 3:10pmSisters read for three months to earn points. (Or however long your unit wants, we do July/August/September and let new... Read more »
Little Girls' Night - Get to Know You Activity
Submitted by Anonymous on Mon, 11/22/2004 - 1:00amLive Up To Your Privileges - RS Birthday Skit
Submitted by Anonymous on Thu, 10/06/2005 - 12:00amAvailable as a PDF
Live Up To Your...
Make a loaf of whole wheat bread
Submitted by Anonymous on Tue, 06/07/2005 - 12:00amMake a Mix Night
Submitted by carmase on Mon, 10/19/2009 - 12:05amWe held a "Make a Mix Night" where the sisters made a biscuit mix and a cookie mix to take home. Each brought Read more »
Manicure Service
Submitted by Anonymous on Mon, 11/22/2004 - 1:00amManual 1 Lesson 15
Submitted by Anonymous on Wed, 10/08/2008 - 11:49pmThis handout was submitted by Cory P to accompany YW Manual 1 lesson 15.
4 handouts per page, color.
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Manual 1 Lesson 7
Submitted by Anonymous on Wed, 10/08/2008 - 11:42pmThis cute handout was submitted by Laurel C. It features a photograph she took and a beautiful quote.
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Manual 1 Lesson 7
Submitted by Anonymous on Wed, 10/08/2008 - 11:42pmThis lesson outline was submitted by Corri -- Thanks! It was created to accompany Manual 1, Lesson 7: Homemaking.
Market in Zarahemla - YW Activity
Submitted by Anonymous on Wed, 09/20/2006 - 12:00amMemories from the Heart
Submitted by Anonymous on Wed, 10/25/2006 - 12:00amMidweek Activity Ideas
Submitted by Jenny Smith on Wed, 08/31/2005 - 9:45amTips on midweek activities from the internet. Read more »
Midweek Enrichment Activity Ideas
Submitted by Anonymous on Wed, 08/31/2005 - 12:00amMultimedia Family Reunions Lesson
Submitted by Anonymous on Fri, 05/20/2005 - 12:00amMy Name Is Icebreaker
Submitted by Anonymous on Thu, 04/27/2006 - 12:00amPass out papers and pens and have each person write their first... Read more »
Need Video Emma's Garden Party Pictures of Gen. RS Pres.?
Submitted by Corene Heaps on Mon, 01/23/2006 - 4:53pmWhere can I locate the pictures of the General RS Presidents for Emma's Garden party. We do not have them in our ward library. Read more »
New Enrichment Guideline
Submitted by keiana on Mon, 11/21/2005 - 5:24pmI'm having trouble figuring out how to go about implementing enrichment ACTIVITIES! Has anyone already got the ball rolling and can give some ideas or refer me to a site for help? Read more »
New Relief Society Meeting Guidelines ~UPDATED~
Submitted by Jenny Smith on Sun, 09/27/2009 - 11:53pmDuring the September 26 General Relief Society Meeting, President Julie B. Read more »
Open your heart to service - Women's Shelter Service Project
Submitted by Anonymous on Fri, 06/24/2005 - 12:00amParable's Iron Chef
Submitted by Anonymous on Wed, 04/18/2007 - 12:00amPhysical or Emergency Preparedness Night
Submitted by Anonymous on Sat, 10/30/2004 - 12:00amPreparedness Survey
Submitted by Anonymous on Wed, 10/08/2008 - 11:42pmThis survey is a real eye-opener! Makes a great handout at a meeting to encourage preparedness, especially at a fifth Sunday lesson. Read more »
Provident Living/Emergency Preparedness
Submitted by Anonymous on Fri, 11/17/2006 - 1:00amQuilt Tying for Humanitarian Service
Submitted by Anonymous on Mon, 01/23/2006 - 1:00amRelief Soceity Birthday Celebration
Submitted by Anonymous on Wed, 05/24/2006 - 12:00amRelief Society
Submitted by Anonymous on Fri, 09/12/2008 - 6:21pm
Handouts, clipart, lesson helps, and object lessons for the Relief Society program. Find help on Relief Society Meetings, Welfare, Sunday Lessons, Education, Visiting Teaching, and activity ideas.
Find out about the new Relief Society Meeting guidelines.
Relief Society Bingo
Submitted by Anonymous on Thu, 04/27/2006 - 12:00amRelief Society Bingo
Submitted by Anonymous on Wed, 10/08/2008 - 11:49pmThis game was submitted by Kristy T. She says:
I facilitate a lot of meetings at work, so I've leveraged some fun icebreakers in different church settings with great results.
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Relief Society Bingo
Submitted by Anonymous on Wed, 10/08/2008 - 11:49pmThis game was submitted by Kristy T. She says:
I facilitate a lot of meetings at work, so I've leveraged some fun icebreakers in different church settings with great results. Read more »
Relief Society Birthday Celebration and Party Ideas
Submitted by Jenny Smith on Wed, 09/17/2008 - 3:23pmHere is a list of ideas and skits for the Relief Society Birthday or other activities. If you have a great program or skit, please share it. (I especially like skits with references or sources.)
Relief Society Birthday Celebration Ideas, Music, and Skits
As Sisters in Zion - Extra verses / Emily H Woodmansee biography
Submitted by Jenny Smith on Fri, 12/23/2005 - 8:44pmThese verses were omitted from the poem by Emily H. Woodmansee for inclusion in the 1985 LDS Hymnal, Hymns. Read more »
A Tribute to Relief Society Presidents - SHORT form of Emma's Garden Party
Submitted by Jenny Smith on Wed, 10/08/2008 - 11:42pmMy unit performed this shortened version Emma's Garden Party for the Relief Society Birthday Celebration. The abbreviated skit takes about 20 minutes to perform and uses a narrator and 14 others to read the parts of each General Relief Society President. Read more »
Chunky Relief Society Napkin Rings - No Adhesive
Submitted by Jenny Smith on Tue, 03/02/2010 - 3:12pmThese Relief Society napkin rings are chunkier than our others, and they do not require adhesives. They're the grandchild of napkin rings that originally appeared at the Martha Stewart website. Read more »
Emma's Garden Party
Submitted by Corene Heaps on Fri, 03/10/2006 - 12:35amI just want to thank whoever wrote "Emma's Garden Party" I was asked to direct a show for RS Bday party this month. Read more »
Emma Smith's Garden Party
Submitted by Anonymous on Wed, 10/08/2008 - 11:42pmThis skit was performed by a stake in Kearns, Utah, in 2005, but I have no other information on it's origin or history. The full version of the skit has music that relates to the era of each of the Relief Society presidents, and calls for performers to wear clothing typical of the time. Read more »
EnrichmentCottage:
Submitted by Jenny Smith on Tue, 03/02/2010 - 1:38pmCheck out the "purse"onal Relief Society Birthday Skit at the Enrichment Cottage.
Enrichment Night: 72 hour kit display
Submitted by Jenny Smith on Wed, 04/01/2009 - 1:18pmThis is a photograph from the activity Relief Society Birthday Celebration "Something Extraordinary: Relief Society of the Past, Present, and Future":
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Enrichment Night: 72 hour kit for pets
Submitted by Jenny Smith on Wed, 04/01/2009 - 1:20pmThis is a photograph from the activity Relief Society Birthday Celebration "Something Extraordinary: Relief Society of the Past, Present, and Future":
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Families.com: 5 Ideas for the Relief Society Birthday Celebration
Submitted by Jenny Smith on Tue, 03/02/2010 - 1:31pm"Next month is the Relief's Society birthday. One of main Enrichment nights is supposed to focus specifically on the birthday of the Relief Society.
Here Am I; Send Me
Submitted by Jenny Smith on Tue, 06/30/2009 - 1:44pmThe following video presentation was made at the General Relief Society Meeting broadcast on September 28, 2002. Read more »
Here am I, send me - Skit
Submitted by Jenny Smith on Mon, 03/15/2010 - 4:12pmThe General Relief Society presidency did a video entitled Here am I, send me, that could be used as a simple skit in your RS birthday.
History of Relief Society
Submitted by babetzky on Wed, 03/04/2009 - 7:56amA powerpoint presentation of the History of Relief Society and Past Presidents of the organization.
LDS Women's History Blog
Submitted by Jenny Smith on Fri, 07/23/2010 - 4:23pm
Blogger "Erin" has posted a number of biographies of LDS women on her blog, LDS Women's History. It's a fantastic blog, and great for research RS birthday celebration information.
I've selected it as a featured website because efforts to document the lives of heroic Mormon Women often go unnoticed. Fantastic endeavor.
LightPlanet.com: Relief Society Birthday Party Ideas
Submitted by Jenny Smith on Tue, 03/02/2010 - 1:34pm"Dinner or Refreshment Ideas.
Live Up to Your Privileges - RS Birthday Skit
Submitted by Anonymous on Wed, 10/08/2008 - 11:42pmThis Reader's Theater was provided by the General Relief Society Presidency at the Fall 2005 Open House. It has 4 reading parts, and requires no set. Period dress is not required, but appropriate. Read more »
Mormon Wiki: History of Relief Society
Submitted by Jenny Smith on Tue, 03/02/2010 - 1:42pmRead about this history of the Relief Society at the Mormon Wiki.
My Sister's Hands - Music by Sally DeFord
Submitted by Jenny Smith on Tue, 03/02/2010 - 1:45pmThis song would be beautiful music for the Relief Society Birthday Celebration, or for a visiting teaching workshop. Free MP3s and sheet music available.
Need Video Emma's Garden Party Pictures of Gen. RS Pres.?
Submitted by Corene Heaps on Mon, 01/23/2006 - 4:53pmWhere can I locate the pictures of the General RS Presidents for Emma's Garden party. We do not have them in our ward library. Read more »
OfWorth.com: RS birthday party ideas
Submitted by Jenny Smith on Tue, 03/02/2010 - 1:40pmRS Birthday ideas, including "Bloom Where You're Planted".
Pictures of Relief Society General Presidents
Submitted by Jenny Smith on Tue, 03/02/2010 - 1:37pmGet pictures and biographies of General Relief Society Presidents here.
Questions to help you plan your RS Birthday Party
Submitted by Jenny Smith on Tue, 03/02/2010 - 2:12pmLDSWomenofGod.com has blogged a list of questions you might ask yourself to find a focus for your Birthday Celebration.
Relief Society Birthday Celebration Program
Submitted by Jenny Smith on Sun, 03/20/2005 - 3:54pmRelief Society Birthday Celebration "Something Extraordinary: Relief Society of the Past, Present, and Future"
Submitted by Jenny Smith on Wed, 04/01/2009 - 1:16pmThis themed Enrichment night describes silhouette images of RS sisters, matching invitations, and a skit relating to the past, present, and future of RS. Includes ideas on how to get women from other auxiliaries to participate, and includes a part for a transitioning Laurel. Includes lots of pictures, a link to a skit, and other information. Read more »
Relief Society Seal - Paper Napkin Rings
Submitted by Jenny Smith on Tue, 03/02/2010 - 2:49pmDoll up your Relief Society party with these cute napkin rings! They have the Relief Society logo printed on them for you!
For easier wrapping, print the napkin rings on regular paper. Read more »
Relief Society Temple Program
Submitted by Anonymous on Fri, 03/05/2010 - 2:58amOur Relief Society's theme this year is temples and our goal is to renew our temple attending efforts. Read more »
Relief Society Trivia
Submitted by Anonymous on Sun, 03/26/2006 - 1:00amScriptures Pertaining to Relief Society
Hymns Significant to Relief Society
General Relief...CATEGORIES
Scriptures Pertaining to Relief Society
Hymns Significant to Relief So
RS President Birthdays
Submitted by Jenny Smith on Sat, 02/25/2006 - 4:05pmFrom an email: Read more »
RS - Relief Society Charms
Our flat rate shipping arrives in just 2-4 business days!!! Most
orders received before 12:00pm EST ship out SAME DAY!
The Foundation of Relief Society
Submitted by Jenny Smith on Wed, 04/28/2010 - 12:49pmCopyright 2010, Intellectual Reserve. Free for home and church use. Used by permission.
(If you know the artist, please post it below. I couldn't find it ... ~Jenny)
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The Ten Virgins Skit
Submitted by Jenny Smith on Tue, 03/02/2010 - 1:32pmYou can buy the 10 Virgins script from LDSGrand.com.
To Those Who Came Before Me - Sally DeFord
Submitted by Jenny Smith on Tue, 03/02/2010 - 1:50pm"To those who came before me in seasons long ago
To those who are the loved-ones that I have yet to know
To those whose noble names I bear, whose light within me burns ..."
VIDEO: President Monson and others speak on the blessings of Relief Society
Submitted by Jenny Smith on Tue, 03/02/2010 - 2:23pmThis video features President Monson and other leaders speaking about the blessings of membership in Relief Society and the great power and service its members render. Read more »
VIDEO: Relief Society Birthday (short montage)
Submitted by Jenny Smith on Tue, 03/02/2010 - 2:19pmThis short video montage has footage from LDS movies, pictures of LDS women today serving, and quotes from Julie Beck. Read more »
VIDEO: The First Relief Society Meeting
Submitted by Jenny Smith on Tue, 03/02/2010 - 2:16pmThis YouTube video shares historical information about the first Relief Society meeting, and it also shares stories about women who further the mission of Relief Society today. Read more »
Music Ideas
There are several music links in the list above, plus....
"The Spirit of God" was the opening song and "Come Let Us Rejoice," was sung at the close of the first Relief Society meeting. (MormonWiki.)
Including Transitioning Laurels at the Relief Society Birthday Party Celebration
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Mary G shared this idea: "For part of our program, we're doing the reader's theater on the Relief Society Presidents. After we discuss Sister Parkin and highlight her focus on helping Young Women transition into Relief Society, we're doing a short spotlight on the 5 Laurels in our ward that will enter Relief Society this year. We're hoping this will help the sisters know who they are and make a special effort to help them feel welcomed."
You never know who you're influencing at the Birthday Party...
Barbara B. Smith, tenth General Relief Society President, first attended Relief Society on March 17, 1942, for the 100th anniversary Relief Society Birthday program. She was expecting a baby, and her mother didn't want to leave her alone at home. She observed, "That day at Relief Society the hundred years of Relief Society history were reviewed, a meaningful way for me to see what Relief Society was all about and how I could fit into it. I started to attend our ward Relief Society regularly soon after that." (" 'Joy in Every Minute': An Interview with Sister Barbara B. Smith," Ensign, June 1975, 61)
Jenny's history of Relief Society notes
- Emma Hale Smith (1842 - 1844)
- Eliza R. Snow (1868 - 1887)
- Zina D. H. Young (1888 - 1901)
- Bathsheba W. Smith (1901 - 1910)
- Emmeline B. Wells (1910 - 1921)
- Clarissa S. Williams (1921 - 1928)
- Louise Y. Robison (1928 - 1939)
- Amy Brown Lyman (1940 - 1945)
- Belle S. Spafford (1945 - 1974)
- Barbara B. Smith (1974 - 1984)
- Barbara W. Winder (1984 - 1990)
- Elaine L. Jack (1990 - 1997)
- Mary Ellen W. Smoot (1997 - 2002)
- Bonnie D. Parkin (2002 - 2007)
- Julie Bangerter Beck (2007 - present)
- Emma Hale Smith - born July 10, 1804; died April 30, 1879
- Eliza R. Snow - born January 21, 1804; died December 5, 1887
- Zina D. H. Young - born January 31, 1821; died August 28, 1901
- Bathsheba W. Smith - born May 3, 1822; died September 20, 1910
- Emmeline B. Wells - February 29, 1828; died April 25, 1921
- Clarissa S. Williams - born 1860; died March 8, 1930
- Louise Y. Robison - born 1866; died March 30, 1946
- Amy Brown Lyman - born February 7, 1872; died December 5, 1959
- Belle S. Spafford - born October 8, 1895; died February 2, 1982
- Barbara B. Smith - born January 26, 1922; living
- Barbara W. Winder - born May 9, 1931; living
- Elaine L. Jack - born March 22, 1928; living
- Mary Ellen W. Smoot - born August 19, 1933; living
- Bonnie D. Parkin - born August 4, 1940; living
- Julie Bangerter Beck - born September 29, 1954; living
- Emma Smith
- Sarah M. Cleveland
- Phebe Ann Hawkes
- Elizabeth Jones
- Sophia Packard
- Philindia Myrick
- Martha Knight
- Desdemona Fullmer
- Elizabeth Ann Whitney
- Leonora Taylor
- Bathsheba W. Smith
- Phebe M. Wheeler
- Elivira A. Cowles
- Margaret A. Cook
- Athalia Robinson
- Sarah M. Kimball
- Eliza R. Snow
- Sophia Robinson
- Nancy Ridgon
- Sophia R. Marks
Presidents of the Relief Society
Birthdays of the Relief Society General Presidents
I'm never quite sure why I get asked this so often, but here are the birth dates I have for the RS General Presidents:
If you have more information on these birth and death dates, please send it to me.
History of the Relief Society Motto and Seal
I got an email with some questions about the Relief Society seal and motto. Here's the information I was able to find:
Why is the Relief Society Seal blue and gold? In short, we don't know. There is no known documentation for the color choice to be found, according to the BYU 100-hour board, and the subject is currently being researched by a BYU professor. The Young Women's organization chose green and gold as their colors in 1922 (History of YW), and my money says the decision to chose RS colors was made about the same time.
Why does the Relief Society Seal have wheat on it? "At the outbreak of World War I, Utah Relief Societies sold their wheat storage to help the war effort and used the money to give women and their infants adequate maternity care. Since that time, wheat has been a symbol of the Relief Society’s efforts to care for others." (150th Anniversary Celebration of Relief Society, Liahona March 1992)
When was the Relief Society motto established? The Relief society motto, "Charity Never Faileth", was selected in early 1913 by Emmeline B. Wells and her presidency. They also chose the sego lily as the emblem of Relief Society at the same time. The sego lily is a strong wildflower that has bulbs that fed starving Saints when they first settled in Utah. (Source: Women of Covenant: The Story of Relief Society by Derr, Cannon, and Beecher; p 194)
What about the torch? 100-hour board's best guess: The torch was added to the seal in 1942 for the RS centennial celebration (BYU 100-hour board) to emphasize the theme of that celebration: "Woman's Century of Light" under the direction of RS President Amy B. Lyman (Women of Covenant p 283).
Download a picture of the Relief Society Seal.
Conflicting numbers of attendees at the first Relief Society Meeting
Sometimes the question is asked why there are different numbers listed as attendees at the first RS meeting. There were 20 women actually present on March 17, 1842, namely:
Three of the women were teenagers, and the eldest (Sarah Cleveland) was a widow in her fifties. Eleven of the women were married, two were widows, six were married, and one is unknown. Their education, backgrounds, and financial situations varied greatly. Seven other women who could not attend that day but wanted to be part of the organization were also voted in as members according to the minutes of the meeting. Three men were in attendance: Joseph Smith, Jr.; John Taylor; and Willard Richards. The Prophet opened the meeting, and Willard Richards, his personal scribe, was record-keeper. At that first meeting, Emma Smith set the precedent for Relief Society's mission of providing meaningful service by noting that one of their group, Philindia Myrick -- a widow with three children, was in need and invited the other sisters to help her by hiring her to perform needlework (Women of Covenant p 26-30)
RS Birthdays: How they did it....
Women have been celebrating the founding of Relief Society almost since it's inception. Get ideas for your celebration from reading the ways women celebrated Relief Society in the past.
- Plant a Tree - During the 100th anniversary celebration of Relief Society, women were invited to plant trees. An English elm was planted at the Salt Lake Temple Square greenhouse with a round bronze marker reading "Relief Society Centennial Tree -- 1942". Local Relief Societies planted 874 trees at that time in the US and Canada. When the local Relief Society in New Zealand had to postpone their tree planting ceremony, one sister went out into the bush, dug up a small tree and planted it in her own garden so that the date would not go uncelebrated in that area. (Women of Covenant pps 284-285) Planting a tree might be a fun way to commemorate the birthday of Relief Society in your area.
- Listen to a Voice Recording - Also during the 1942 100th anniversary of Relief Society, leaders send a phonograph record with the voices of President Amy B. Lyman and a blessing from Prophet and President Heber J. Grant to each English-speaking society in The US, Canada, and Mexico. This was the first time Church members in outlying areas heard the voices of their prophet and the general president of Relief Society for replaying! In one unit in Gainesville, Florida, none of their 6 members had ever attended a Relief Society meeting before, and listening to this recording at a member's home was their first meeting. (Women of Covenant pps 285-286) You could record a message from our prophet, general RS President, stake or local leader, and play it back and talk about how advances in technology further the mission of Relief Society today.
- Assemble Humanitarian Kits - Sister Johan Mark of Canada started a nationwide effort in Canada called "Bundles for Britain" as part of the Canadian Mission's 100th RS Birthday Celebration. Twelve-pound bundles were assembled containing clothing for newborns and children were delivered regularly during the World War II. (Women of Covenant pps 285-286)
- Use technology to reach out to distant or homebound sisters - During the sesquicentennial celebration on March 14 1992, a satellite broadcast to all five continents literally connected sisters worldwide for the first time. This effort required the use of 9 satellites, pre-taped and live talks and music, and translation into 14 languages. Nothing like this had ever been tried before. President Elaine Jack and her counselors fasted on March 5 to seek the Lord's blessing on their efforts; and at 10:00 AM MST, Sisters in the Salt Lake Tabernacle were linked live with those assembled in Frankfurt, Germany; Taipei, Taiwan; Huddersfield, England; Paris, France; Seoul, South Korea; Johannesburg, South Africa; Sydney, Australia; Auckland, New Zealand; Manila, Philippines; Tokyo, Japan; and the US and Canada. Said Sister Jack: "Never before have so many women in the world sat down together to pray, sing, and speak to each other the feelings of our hearts, to share in the ways the Lord has blessed us as women and members in his Church." (Women of Covenant pps 415-417) You can use technology, such as telephones, tape recordings, video recordings, and the Internet to reach out to homebound or ill sisters or those who live far from a meeting house.
- Perform acts of service - The theme of the 150th anniversary of the Church was service. Members were asked by the RS general presidency to focus on service through out the year. (Women of Covenant pps 417-418)
- Record your Relief Society history - Also at the 150th sesquicentennial, sisters were asked to record their society's history along with documentation of their service projects. You can scrapbook or quilt or make a video or collect testimonies and much more to commemorate the anniversary of this great organization in your area. (Women of Covenant p 418)
Quotes
At the 100th anniversary of Relief Society Bishop LeGrand Richards, and his counselors, Marvin O. Ashton and Joseph L. Wirthlin, wrote: "A million tongues today call your names blessed... More than a thousand bishops thank God for your organization.... You are angels of mercy to more than that many wards throughout the church... May we join this day in congratulating you from the bottom of our hearts for what this hundred years has stood for: -- Kindness to the needy, Florence Nightingales to the sick, the essence of culture and champions of refinement in our Church. God bless you and all that you stand for."Recommended Books on Relief Society History
I'd personally recommend these books on RS History:
- Women of Covenant: The Story of Relief Society by Derr, Cannon, and Beecher; Deseret Book Company; 1992. ISBN 0-87579-593-5
- Elect Ladies: Presidents of the Relief Society by Peterson and Gaunt (1990). Published Salt Lake City, Utah: Deseret Book Company. ISBN 0-87579-416-5.
- History of Relief Society 1842-1966 by The Relief Society General Board Association, 1966.
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Relief Society Birthday Celebration "Something Extraordinary: Relief Society of the Past, Present, and Future"
Submitted by Jenny Smith on Wed, 04/01/2009 - 1:16pmThis themed Enrichment night describes silhouette images of RS sisters, matching invitations, and a skit relating to the past, present, and future of RS. Includes ideas on how to get women from other auxiliaries to participate, and includes a part for a transitioning Laurel. Includes lots of pictures, a link to a skit, and other information. Read more »
Relief Society Seal - Paper Napkin Rings
Submitted by Jenny Smith on Tue, 03/02/2010 - 2:49pmDoll up your Relief Society party with these cute napkin rings! They have the Relief Society logo printed on them for you!
For easier wrapping, print the napkin rings on regular paper. Read more »
Relief Society Temple Program
Submitted by Anonymous on Fri, 03/05/2010 - 2:58amOur Relief Society's theme this year is temples and our goal is to renew our temple attending efforts. Read more »
Relief Society: Tips for Enrichment Counselors Meeting Coordinators
Submitted by Jenny Smith on Tue, 10/07/2008 - 4:06pmI wrote the following note to a friend who had just been called as Enrichment Counselor. It's written from an RS president's perspective, so be sure you share your tips and ideas in the comments section below! Read more »
Relief Society Trivia
Submitted by Anonymous on Sun, 03/26/2006 - 1:00amScriptures Pertaining to Relief Society
Hymns Significant to Relief Society
General Relief...CATEGORIES
Scriptures Pertaining to Relief Society
Hymns Significant to Relief So
Relief Society Web Sites
Submitted by Jenny Smith on Tue, 01/27/2009 - 3:04pmFollowing is a list of web sites relating to the Relief Society of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints:
Enrichment Sites
RS bulletin board mockup
Submitted by Jenny Smith on Fri, 06/12/2009 - 6:36pm
RS Enrichment: The Importance of Handouts
Submitted by Shiloah Baker on Wed, 09/17/2008 - 3:12pmOne thing I've noticed throughout the years is that handouts in Home, Family and Personal Enrichment meetings are becoming less common. It is a very sad trend as I love getting handouts. I love saving my handouts, sometimes scanning them to lessen the paperwork, to go back and refer to whenever needed throughout the years. The handouts bring back memories of the class and the things that I learned. Read more »
RS Rummage Sale Enrichment
Submitted by Anonymous on Wed, 10/08/2008 - 11:51pmThis poster was submitted by Rachel B. whose ward used it to publicize an Enrichment activity. Read more »
Seed planting handout
Submitted by Anonymous on Fri, 01/02/2009 - 12:51pm
Self-esteem Night
Submitted by Anonymous on Wed, 08/31/2005 - 12:00amWe decided to have a workshop (self-esteem night)to kick off the new school year and help the girls feel better about...We decided to have a workshop (self-esteem night)to kick off the new school year Read more »
Service Auction
Submitted by Anonymous on Mon, 08/29/2005 - 12:00amService Groups
Submitted by Traci on Wed, 05/13/2009 - 3:24pmThose who are interested are put into groups of 4-5 sisters. Each sister thinks of a project at her house that will take... Read more »
Service List
Submitted by Anonymous on Sat, 05/28/2005 - 12:00amNew Member/Inactive Welcome - Have the youth make cookies or assemble treat bags to take around to new members... Read more »
Service (White Elephant) Game - a variation of the Service Auction
Submitted by Anonymous on Mon, 01/23/2006 - 1:00amSimple, Low Cost Tile Clock Craft
Submitted by McKay Harris on Fri, 01/02/2009 - 1:04pm
Tile Clock: Tile Clock vinyl lettering craft
Single Mother Service Project
Submitted by Anonymous on Mon, 11/22/2004 - 1:00amSingle's Ward
Submitted by sydney on Tue, 02/27/2007 - 6:09pmI was just put in as the enrichment leader in a college single's ward and i am having some trouble with activities. Read more »
Sleep on Faith
Submitted by Anonymous on Wed, 11/09/2005 - 1:00amSpa Night - Bath Salts Recipes
Submitted by Anonymous on Fri, 08/26/2005 - 12:00am1 cup Epsom salts
10-20 drops fragrance oil (FO or Essential Oils --EO)
1 cup sea... Read more »
Stake Women's Conference Ideas
Submitted by Anonymous on Fri, 05/20/2005 - 12:00amARE YOU READY?
What would you... Read more »Stay Balanced
Submitted by Anonymous on Wed, 10/08/2008 - 11:42pmThis handout was submitted by A. Taylor to correspond with Young Women Manual 3 Lesson 41. Read more »
Summer Baby Blankets and Decorative Burp Rags
Submitted by Anonymous on Thu, 10/07/2004 - 12:00am
Supporting the Priesthood
Submitted by Anonymous on Sat, 10/30/2004 - 12:00amSurvey
Submitted by Anonymous on Tue, 01/03/2006 - 7:01pmDoes anyone have a copy of a survey they have used for the R.S sisters to fill out to let us know what they would be interested in doing.If so I would love to have a copy I need it a soon a possibl Read more »
Temple Quilt Blocks
Submitted by Jenny Smith on Sat, 01/01/2005 - 10:14pmThese paper-pieced quilt blocks are gorgeous! Read more »
Testimony Gloves
Submitted by Anonymous on Fri, 01/05/2007 - 1:00amThe Amazing Knowledge Race
Submitted by Anonymous on Wed, 10/08/2008 - 11:49pmThis document was submitted by Shelley C. to accompany her activity, The Amazing KNOWLEDGE Race. Read more »
The Decadent Valentine Party
Submitted by Anonymous on Tue, 01/09/2007 - 1:00amThe Five Love Lanuages HFPE Meeting
Submitted by Anonymous on Tue, 07/01/2008 - 12:00amBased on the books by Gary Chapman "The Five Love Languages". ... Read more »
The Suzie Homemaker Awards
Submitted by Anonymous on Mon, 09/06/2004 - 12:00amThe Wizard of Ahhs
Submitted by Anonymous on Mon, 02/05/2007 - 1:00amThe Wonderful You
Submitted by Anonymous on Sun, 07/13/2008 - 12:00amEach member of the YW Presidency had to run...
Times and Seasons
Submitted by Anonymous on Sat, 03/17/2007 - 12:00amTrading Faces
Submitted by Anonymous on Wed, 08/31/2005 - 12:00am- Just this past Sunday the Beehives (the one...
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Visiting Teaching Reminder Magnets
Submitted by Anonymous on Wed, 10/08/2008 - 11:51pmAnna R. shared this cute document saying: Read more »
Walk A Day In My Shoes
Submitted by Anonymous on Sun, 03/30/2008 - 12:00amShoes are worn for different reasons,... Read more »
Ward Auction Questionaire
Submitted by Jenny Smith on Wed, 06/17/2009 - 8:58pmThe following questions were used at a Relief Society Enrichment activity. Read more »
Whispers from the Dust- a play -women from the book of mormon
Submitted by Anonymous on Sat, 03/31/2007 - 12:00amWho has my name?
Submitted by Anonymous on Sat, 10/30/2004 - 12:00amWelcome:
Opening Song: "I Love to see the Temple"
Opening Prayer:
Narrator: "We thank you... Read more »
Windows - New Beginnings
Submitted by Anonymous on Fri, 07/29/2005 - 12:00amHistory of Windows
[Windows] was first done by the Centerville 4th ward and send out [to other units by the...Wok and Talk
Submitted by Anonymous on Mon, 04/18/2005 - 12:00amWomen's Spa and Renewal Night
Submitted by Anonymous on Sat, 01/14/2006 - 1:00amYou Can Do It, He Can Help
Submitted by Anonymous on Wed, 01/25/2006 - 1:00amYoung Women in Excellence: The tie that binds
Submitted by Anonymous on Wed, 01/12/2005 - 1:00amThe main talk was comparing quilts to our lives... the top squares are made up of... Read more »
Super Saturday / Fabulous Friday / Christmas Craft Ideas
2010 Mutual Theme Projects
Submitted by McKay Harris on Sat, 02/06/2010 - 3:30pmThis was designed specifically for this year's Mutual Theme. Read more »
2010 Mutual Theme Surrounding YW Torch
Submitted by McKay Harris on Sat, 02/06/2010 - 3:22pmPlace this vinyl on any medium to remind your dear YW of the 2010 mutual theme. Vinyl comes in a variety of sizes.
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2010 Mutual Theme Vinyl idea
Submitted by McKay Harris on Mon, 02/01/2010 - 5:35pmThis is a 6x6 tile that I adhered magnets on the back of to have it function as a magnet.
Vinyl can be purchased at www.SayItOnTheWall.com
Groups orders may qualify for a discount.
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9 Piece Nativity Set
Submitted by McKay Harris on Mon, 07/20/2009 - 6:05pm
Items Needed:
9 Blocks – (email mckay@sayitonthewall.com for sizes)
stain
nativity vinyl
finishing spray
1. Sand your wood down well.
2. Stain it to your desired color. Read more »
Be thou an Example Magnet Board craft activity
Submitted by McKay Harris on Wed, 02/25/2009 - 12:49pm
Be Thou an Example Magnet Board
By Mckay Harris and Susan
www.sayitonthewall.com
This is such a cute and... Read more »
Box Pattern - Young Women style
Submitted by Chris Gunn on Wed, 10/08/2008 - 11:44pm
Box Pattern - Young Women style
Submitted by Chris Gunn on Wed, 10/08/2008 - 11:44pm
Christ Picture Frame Craft
Submitted by Anonymous on Thu, 02/19/2009 - 4:12pmThis photograph was taken by Sarah of a craft her Primary did at the Primary Quarterly Activity - camp theme.
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Craft ideas and kits for SUPER SATURDAY and GIRLS CAMP!!!
Submitted by creativegirl on Wed, 05/20/2009 - 12:42amCheck out our cute ideas for Super Saturday, enrichment nights, and girl's camp! Read more »
CTR Cross-stitch
Submitted by Jenny Smith on Wed, 02/24/2010 - 1:48pmDownload the attached pattern from the Read more »
Encouraging Attendance at Home, Family and Personal Enrichment with Great Class Titles
Submitted by Shiloah Baker on Wed, 09/17/2008 - 3:49pm"Delectable Danish"
How does that title capture your attention or interest? This
class could be all about making Danishes, delicate breads,
braided cheese breads and other delicious delicacies that your
average person doesn't know how to make. Read more »
Gift of Myself
Submitted by Anonymous on Wed, 10/08/2008 - 11:41pmThis is a sharing time idea based loosely on the December 1990 Friend Article Give Yourself Away".
Preparation
Print or photocopy the box pattern onto cardstock.
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Gift of Myself
Submitted by Anonymous on Wed, 10/08/2008 - 11:41pmThis is a sharing time idea based loosely on the December 1990 Friend Article Give Yourself Away".
Preparation
Print or photocopy the box pattern onto cardstock.
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Gift of Myself
Submitted by Anonymous on Wed, 10/08/2008 - 11:41pmThis is a sharing time idea based loosely on the December 1990 Friend Article Give Yourself Away".
Preparation
Print or photocopy the box pattern onto cardstock. Read more »
Gift of Myself - Color
Submitted by Anonymous on Wed, 10/08/2008 - 11:41pmThis is a sharing time idea based loosely on the December 1990 Friend Article Give Yourself Away".
Preparation
Print or photocopy the box pattern onto cardstock.
Download »
Gift of Myself - Color
Submitted by Anonymous on Wed, 10/08/2008 - 11:41pmThis is a sharing time idea based loosely on the December 1990 Friend Article Give Yourself Away".
Preparation
Print or photocopy the box pattern onto cardstock. Read more »
Humanitarian Links
Submitted by Jenny Smith on Sun, 12/05/2004 - 4:11pmLittle Chickadee Crafts has links about Charity Crafting, along with free craft patterns Read more »
I am a Mother Who Knows Craft
Submitted by McKay Harris on Wed, 09/17/2008 - 3:29pmI love to see the Temple - Hand Print Craft
Submitted by Jenny Smith on Sat, 10/03/2009 - 5:14pmFind out how to trace your three middle fingers to create a cute temple drawing!
Keeping Christ in Christmas
Submitted by tischa69 on Sun, 12/06/2009 - 11:49amWe made up this skit for Super Saturday 2009 followed by a Christmas song. The skit reminds us in a humorous way of the things we can do to keep Christ in Christmas. Read more »
LDS HFPE: Glass Block Nativity Craft with vinyl lettering
Submitted by McKay Harris on Wed, 09/17/2008 - 3:32pmLDS HFPE: Glass Block Temple Craft with vinyl lettering
Submitted by McKay Harris on Wed, 09/17/2008 - 3:38pmLDS Relief Society Meeting Ideas
Submitted by Jenny Smith on Wed, 09/17/2008 - 2:53pmFollowing is a list of resources for planning fantastic Relief Society meetings and activities (formerly known as Homemaking, Enrichment, and now Additional Relief Society meetings):
Make Your Own Butter with a Baby Food Jar
Submitted by Jenny Smith on Sat, 10/03/2009 - 5:07pmYou can make your own butter quickly and easily! My son did this at school for a thanksgiving meal, and you can do it, too!
You'll need:
- a glass baby food jar or similar glass jar Read more »
Michelle's Temple Sewing Card
Submitted by Jenny Smith on Sat, 10/03/2009 - 4:44pmMichelle used clipart from MormonShare.com found here:
http://www.mormonshare.com/node/6036
to create a cute General Conference craft. It's a sewing card for her children:
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Missionary-themed Ward Christmas Party
Submitted by Jenny Smith on Tue, 12/23/2008 - 2:49pm
For Christmas this year, our ward held an awesome missionary-themed activity! The Bishop's goal was to help each family... Read more »
Pioneer Wagon Craft
Submitted by Jenny Smith on Mon, 06/29/2009 - 4:58pmI made this fun craft printable from an idea one of my children brought home from school. Read more »
Remember Magnets
Submitted by Jenny Smith on Thu, 11/19/2009 - 6:59pmThese magnets were given out as part of a stake Relief Society Women's Conference. They are simple and inexpensive.
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RS - Relief Society Charms
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SayItOnTheWall.com
Submitted by McKay Harris on Sat, 02/06/2010 - 3:26pmFind fun vinyl project ideas here!
Simple, Low Cost Tile Clock Craft
Submitted by McKay Harris on Fri, 01/02/2009 - 1:04pmTile Clock: Tile Clock vinyl lettering craft
Simple Service / Charity activity
Submitted by Anonymous on Wed, 11/05/2008 - 3:09pmGive each person in your class a quarter. Tell them that they can use the quarter for themselves or place it in the jar... Read more »
Super Fast and Easy Family Home Evening Lesson Book Craft
Submitted by Jenny Smith on Thu, 07/15/2010 - 8:13pmA million years ago in Riverton, Utah, Kelly P. taught a class on how to make and assemble the Super Fast and Easy Family Home Evening Lesson Book Craft during an Enrichment Meeting I attended. Read more »
Super Saturday Crafts and Decor Kits
Submitted by wings5683 on Fri, 08/28/2009 - 7:10pmAre you looking for a fun activity? One that involves everyone? One that is inspiring and uplifting? One that is hands-on? Well, look no further! Read more »
Temple Quilt Blocks
Submitted by Jenny Smith on Sat, 01/01/2005 - 10:14pmThese paper-pieced quilt blocks are gorgeous! Read more »
Temple Quilt Blocks
Submitted by Jenny Smith on Sat, 04/23/2005 - 12:29pmThese paper-pieced quilt blocks are gorgeous!
Tile Clock
Submitted by McKay Harris on Fri, 01/02/2009 - 1:25pm
Tip Junkie's Super Saturday Craft Day Ideas
Submitted by Jenny Smith on Fri, 11/20/2009 - 9:35pmThe Tip Junkie was in charge of her ward's Super Saturday -- check out her cute ideas!
Visiting Teaching Reminder Magnets
Submitted by Anonymous on Wed, 10/08/2008 - 11:51pmAnna R. shared this cute document saying: Read more »
Woven Heart Valentine
Submitted by Jenny Smith on Wed, 10/08/2008 - 11:41pmAnother leader made this cute felt heart as a Valentine's gift for her Young Women. I took it apart and put it back together to learn how to make it!
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Woven Heart Valentine
Submitted by Jenny Smith on Wed, 10/08/2008 - 11:41pm
Another leader made this cute felt heart as a Valentine's gift for her Young Women. I took it apart and put it back together to learn how to make it!
This cute heart makes a great Valentine's Day project or gift. You can make this heart out of paper, craft foam, or felt (like the one shown). Read more »
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YW Transition Activity Suggestion needed!!! I could use your help, I am in the Relief Society presidency and we are really focusing on helping the YW transitioning into Relief Society. We have decided to do an activity to help them understand what RS is all about and the importance of being a part of it when they leave YW’s. We want it to be fun, memorable, yet something where the Spirit can teach them. We thought of doing a mock mini RS weekday activity and have their leader bring them in and we will be dressed up as old ladies sitting around a quilt (the perception of RS). That is about as far as we have got. I can usually come up with some fun ideas, but I am struggling with this one. Do you have any suggestions? We are doing this activity in April. My mom remembers a skit of two horses talking about their experiences as they carried the RS president around on her duties. Have you heard of this skit, and if so do you know where I could find it? I am up for any ideas for this activity.
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