On 17 March we celebrate the 174th birthday of the Relief Society.
To have a better understanding and appreciation of the Relief Society, how it can bless our lives, and enable us to bless the lives of others.
We are spirit daughters of God.
History of RS: In 1842, Joseph Smith recognised the highly-organised nature of the Latter-Day Saint women, and their desire to help in the building of the Nauvoo Temple. The sisters had originally drafted a constitution and by-laws. The Prophet declared this offering to be pleasing unto the Lord. He organised them under the priesthood. The Relief Society has been organised under a divine and inspired manner.
How does being a member of the Relief Society inspire and uplift you? How does it help you rise above the world? How does it help you make changes in your life? How does it encourage you to serve others? How has Relief Society helped you realise the divine woman you truly are?
Get a copy of the Relief Society Declaration and read it often. Realise your purpose, your meaning and your direction.
Linda K Burton, General Relief Society President, said, "Each Spring, LDS Women commemorate the founding of the Relief Society. Know we are celebrating so much more than just a birthday."
We celebrate:
- Our Purpose
- Our Power
- Our Sisterhood
- Our Covenants with Heavenly Father
- Our Blessings we have received
- Our participation in the three-fold mission of the Church (Proclaim the Gospel, Perfect the Saints, Redeem the Dead)
- Our service to our fellow human beings
- Our Faith in Jesus Christ
How can we help each other? We each have significant contributions we can share with one another.
We can work in unity with our priesthood leaders. They are there to help and serve us.
We are part of a great worldwide sisterhood with seven million sisters. We are dedicated disciples of Jesus Christ. We are marvelous women! We must cherish one another. We must watch over one another, comfort one another and gain instruction, so we may all sit down in Heaven together.
