February 2010 Newsletters

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Stake Swimming Carnival - Febuary 2010

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The Annual Stake Swimming Carnival was held on Saturday 13 February 2010 at the Southport Pools. It was a great day enjoyed by all who attended and participated. It was good to see all of those who were sun smart and being careful during the hottest time of the day.
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I.o.C. Ward Australia Day Breakfast

Isle of Capri Ward Australia Day Breakfast – 26 January 2010

A great time was had by all at our ward breakfast at Evandale Parklands – we enjoyed the beautiful weather, warm water and company of ward members!


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Bishopric Message February 2010

“Love the Lord... First”

(Matt 22:37-39)

Brothers and Sisters,

We are grateful for your participation in our Combined Priesthood / Relief Society Meeting last week. In that meeting, we discussed one of the four ‘Areas of Focus’ of the Area Presidency for 2010: Sharing the Gospel. As part of our discussion, we presented our Ward Mission Plan for 2010. This plan continues with our theme to “Love the Lord... First,” from Matthew 22:37-39.

During the meeting, we discussed three ways we can share the gospel more effectively:

1. Opening Our Mouths: Brother Singsam taught of the need to exercise faith, to trust in the Lord’s promise that as we “open [our] mouth[s], [they] shall be filled” (Moses 6:32).
2. Opening Our Homes: Brother Bogaert taught of ways that we can create gospel sharing homes. One specific way is through a ‘Come On Over Evening’ (COOE). For those who would like to hold a COOE, feel free to approach a member of the Ward Mission Team.
3. Opening Our Hearts: Bishop Shine concluded with a discussion about the need for each one of us to open our hearts to the promptings of the Spirit. As we open our hearts and yield our wills to God, we can become “instruments in the hands of God to bring... [our] brethren [and sisters]....to the knowledge of the truth” (Alma 17:9).

For those who were unable to get a copy of this plan, copies will be available at the door as you enter today. Given that today is Fast Sunday, we invite all members of our ward family to fast for:
1. Our full time missionaries, Elder Tokaduadua and Elder Fox; AND
2. For individual missionary experiences.

Brothers and Sisters, we testify that as we each open our hearts to the promptings of the Spirit, everything else will follow – we will open our mouths and our homes and missionary experiences will follow. Twenty five convert baptisms for 2010 is just the tip of the iceberg! As Elder David A. Bednar has taught:

“We properly pray for the safety and success of the full-time missionaries throughout the world. And a common element in many of our prayers is a request that the missionaries will be led to individuals and families who are prepared to receive the message of the Restoration. But ultimately it is my responsibility and your responsibility to find people for the missionaries to teach. Missionaries are full-time teachers; you and I are full-time finders. And you and I as lifelong missionaries should not be praying for the full-time missionaries to do our work!” (Ensign, May 2008).

Brothers and Sisters, thank you for all you do. Let’s get about the work of the Lord. We testify that as we do, blessings will follow for us individually, as families and as a ward family.

Love and Best Wishes,

Daniel Shine............. Bob Howden............... Rei Singsam
Bishop..................... 1st Counsellor............ 2nd Counsellor
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Combined Priesthood / Relief Society - January 2010

Sharing the Gospel

In our first combined Priesthood / Relief Society Meeting for the year, we discussed our Ward Mission Plan for 2010. This plan continues with our theme to “Love the Lord... First,” from Matthew 22:37-39.

During the meeting, we discussed three ways we can share the gospel more effectively:

Opening Our Mouths: Brother Singsam taught of the need to exercise faith, to trust in the Lord’s promise that as we “open [our] mouth[s], [they] shall be filled” (Moses 6:32).

Opening Our Homes: Brother Bogaert taught of ways that we can create gospel sharing homes. One specific way is through a ‘Come On Over Evening’ (COOE). For those who would like to hold a COOE, feel free to approach a member of the Ward Mission Team.

Opening Our Hearts: Bishop Shine concluded with a discussion about the need for each one of us to open our hearts to the promptings of the Spirit. As we open our hearts and yield our wills to God, we can become “instruments in the hands of God to bring... [our] brethren [and sisters].... to the knowledge of the truth” (Alma 17:9).

Copies of the ward mission plan are available from a member of the bishopric or ward mission team.
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Bishop’s Youth Discussion - January 2010

The Courage to Stand Strong!

For our first BYD of the year, we discussed this years mutual theme: "Be strong and of a good courage; be not afraid, neither be thou dismayed: for the Lord thy God is with thee whithersoever thou goest" (Joshua 1:9). We talked about Joshua’s life and how he needed courage to lead his people to the promised land. We discussed how we also need courage to make a difference in the lives of others. At the end of the night, we committed to stand up in the following areas:

Be Strong: we will be strong by reading our scriptures daily and attending seminary (if we are old enough).

Of Good Courage: we will demonstrate courage by taking a stand, even when it is unpopular.

Be Not Afraid, Neither Be Thou Dismayed: we will not be afraid or dismayed, as we know that Heavenly Father will give us power, love and sound minds (refer 2 Tim 1:7).

For the Lord thy God is with thee whithersoever thou goest: we know that as we stand in Holy Places that the Lord and His Spirit will be our constant companions.
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