Fargo Stake Relief Society Women’s Conference
Saturday, April 10th from 9am – 2pm @ the Fargo Stake Center
“Arise and shine forth, that thy light may be a standard for the nations.” Doctrine & Covenants 115:5
SPOTLIGHTS!
Cambria Leventes
Cambria and her husband, Steve, have been married for six years. They have six children – her two stepdaughters, Kendra (14) and Marissa (12), live in Helena, MT. That is where Cambria and Steve are from. The other four children are here with them - Shayden (12), Jarrett (5), Alex (3), and Olivia (1). Cambria moved here with her family in September. Steve got transferred to Grand Forks, where he is employed by Lithia Chrysler Jeep Dodge. They may be here a while, although it’s hard to say with Steve’s job. Cambria’s favorite food is Mexican food. As far as hobbies, she likes scrapbooking, fishing, camping and golfing. Her favorite game is Cribbage. Interestingly enough, Cambria and Steve went to the same high school. He was older than her but he says he saw her walking down the hall her freshman year and knew he was going to marry her! They met eight years later, dated for six weeks, got engaged and married six weeks after that! Cambria’s favorite scripture is 1Nephi 3:7. “And it came to pass that I, Nephi, said unto my father: I will go and do the things which the Lord hath commanded, for I know that the Lord giveth no commandments unto the children of men, save he shall prepare a way for them that they may accomplish the thing which he commandeth them.”
Emily Robinson
Emily and her husband, Carey, plan to be here for at least four years. Emily got a degree in Exercise Science, is currently looking for a job, and will be starting a degree in Nursing in January. Her favorite food is freshly baked, still warm bread with butter on it. She enjoys cooking, reading, playing board games, volleyball, hiking, and visiting National Parks. She loves to cook and try new recipes too. Emily’s favorite game is “anything I can beat my husband at, usually Phase 10 - he always seems to win the games based on luck.” An interesting fact about Emily is that she has an extra lumbar vertebra! She also can't watch even remotely scary movies or she’s awake for a week. Emily grew up in Massachusetts with an older brother and younger sister. She first noticed Carey, who was her neighbor when he came over to fix the sink for them, and they have been married now for about 10 months. Emily’s favorite scripture is Moroni 7:45 & 48. “And charity suffereth long, and is kind, and envieth not, and is not puffed up, seeketh not her own, is not easily provoked, thinketh no evil, and rejoiceth not in iniquity but rejoiceth in the truth, beareth all things, believeth all things, hopeth all things, endureth all things... Wherefore my beloved brethren, pray unto the Father with all th energy of heart, that ye may be filled with this love, which he hath bestowed upon all who are true followers of his Son, Jesus Christ.”
How Can I Seek Personal Revelation?
"We prepare to receive personal revelation as the prophets do, by studying the scriptures, fasting, praying, and building faith. Faith is the key. Remember Joseph's preparation for the First Vision:" 'If any of you lack wisdom, let him ask of God. . . . " 'But let him ask in faith, nothing wavering.'"
Elder Robert D. Hales of the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles.
"Prayer is your personal key to heaven. The lock is on your side of the veil."But that is not all. To one who thought that revelation would flow without effort, the Lord said:" 'You have not understood; you have supposed that I would give it unto you, when you took no thought save it was to ask me."'But, behold, I say unto you, that you must study it out in your mind; then you must ask me if it be right, and if it is right I will cause that your bosom shall burn within you; therefore, you shall feel that it is right.'"
President Boyd K. Packer, President of the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles.
How Can I Receive Personal Revelation?
"In its more familiar forms, revelation or inspiration comes by means of words or thoughts communicated to the mind (see Enos 1:10; D&C 8:2–3), by sudden enlightenment (see D&C 6:14–15), by positive or negative feelings about proposed courses of action, or even by inspiring performances, as in the performing arts. As President Boyd K. Packer, . . . President of the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles, has stated, 'Inspiration comes more as a feeling than as a sound.'"
Elder Dallin H. Oaks of the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles.
"The temple is a house of learning. Much of the instruction imparted in the temple is symbolic and learned by the Spirit. This means we are taught from on high. . . . Our understanding of the meaning of the ordinances and covenants will increase as we return to the temple often with the attitude of learning and contemplating the eternal truths taught. . . . Let us enjoy the spiritual strength and the revelation we receive as we attend the temple regularly."
Silvia H. Allred, first counselor in the Relief Society general presidency.
Helps for Visiting Teaching
As a visiting teacher, you can receive impressions of the Spirit as to the needs of your sisters and how to meet those needs. As you teach this message, share, as appropriate, any inspiration or help you have received regarding visiting teaching.
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