Just a reminder our Ward Thanksgiving dinner is tomorrow, Friday November 20th at 6:30 PM. If you have signed up to bring food, please come at 6:00 PM so everything can be ready on time. We still need a few people to help serve food during the dinner. Friends are always welcome.  

The Smith family has a Whirlpool Gold Fridge they are looking to give away to anyone that could use it. It is white, and door hinges on either side. There are 4 shelves on the inside, freezer is on top and has an ice cube maker and an internal water filter. Dimensions are 32 3/4 W, 65 1/2 H, 29 1/2D. Please contact them soon, as Salvation Army will picking it up Friday (tomorrow).

We started our Ward 40 day fast on November 1st. Please pray each day for the member who is fasting to be guided in their efforts with missionary work. Whether it be one individual who comes to mind or a missionary experience, you will be given an opportunity to share the gospel. There are still a few days in Nov (27th) and December that are open if you want the opportunity to fast. Please contact Bro. Schneiter for dates or more information on who is fasting.

We will be having our Relief Society Christmas party on Thurs. December 3rd at 7:00. We will have light refreshments. Please bring an ornament ($5 limit) to exchange and 2 dozen cookies if you would like to participate in the cookie swap.

The YM/YW have their annual service project on Wednesday, Dec 2nd. They are decorating a nursing home and though they have some Christmas decorations, they are always in need of more. If you have (gently used and in working condition) decorations you want to donate, please bring them to the church during the next 2 Sundays. Pick ups are not available.

JustServe Program and Website information

Matching faith ,nonprofit, community and governmental organizations that need volunteers with volunteers willing to help.

In a combined 3rd hour meeting, we learned about a new program called JustServe. Here is some information regarding the program.

WHAT is JustServe?

• JustServe is a cooperative effort between Church members, full-time missionaries and citizens of local communities to relieve suffering, care for the poor and needy, and enhance the quality of life in the community. It is a practical application of the Savior's admonition to "love thy neighbor as thyself." (Matthew 22:39)
• Justserve.org is a volunteer matching website, designed and managed by The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.

HOW can I help Implement JustServe?

• Register at justserve.org (or download the free JustServe app from the Apple and Android App Stores) to quickly and easily submit or volunteer for projects in your area. The website supports the most recent 2 or 3 version of Internet Explorer, Firefox, Chrome, and Safari. If you encounter problems with justserve.org, seek help through the "Feedback" button on the website while providing as much information as possible.
• Volunteer. Charitable community service opportunities are available close to home for individuals, families, quorums, classes, auxiliaries, and wards. Neither Church members nor missionaries should volunteer in the community as a disguise for proselyting. Our motive should always be a pure desire to help others in need, regardless of their beliefs. Mormon Helping Hands t-shirts and vests should not be worn while participating in JustServe projects. Please save these for disaster relief or other priesthood assigned service projects as defined by your stake president.
• Submit Projects to your stake JustServe committee or by clicking on the website "Submit" button. Projects must meet the following guidelines:
• The best service opportunities are collaborative - working side by side with others in the community.
• Humanitarian service opportunities should assist the poor and those in need of a helping hand.
• Community service opportunities should enhance the quality of life in the community.
• JustServe projects should not directly involve volunteers in fundraising, have a political focus, or be for - profit oriented. They can be donation based (canned food and clothing drives, etc.)
• Share your positive experiences on justserve.org, in Church meetings and classes, and on social media while using the hashtag #justserve.
• Tell your friends and neighbors about justserve.org, a free website available to everyone.

WHEN is it supposed to be done?

• There is no timeline, requirement nor commitment to serve. When time and circumstances allow, JustServe makes it easier for Latter-day Saints and members of the community to find opportunities to serve those in need.

WHO do I contact with questions?

• Your ward JustServe specialist (counselor in the bishopric), the stake director of public affairs, or any member of the stake JustServe committee can assist you.