Hats Off to Relief Society, B7 Ward’s celebration of the 174th
anniversary of the organization its first president Emma Smith called
“something extraordinary," was held on Thursday, April 7.
The evening included delicious salads and cakes, socializing
around each table and an outstanding raising-the-roof program by the John Houston
Gospel Choir, including B7 Ward members Lauretta Swansboro and Janet Labrum.
2nd Counselor Cheryl Kanenwisher, spoke to the theme for the evening, noting, "The phrase 'hats off' wasn't chosen just because it made a cute theme for decorating and celebrating the birthday of Relief Society. It means something! The Urban Dictionary defines the phrase 'hats off' as showing respect and admiration for something or someone.
"Joseph Smith organized the Relief Society 174 years ago for 'the relief of the poor, the destitute, the widow and the orphan, and for the exercise of all benevolent purposes.” In addition, he taught the Relief Society was 'not only to relieve the poor, but to save souls.' The larger part of the work of Relief Society today is 'to look after the spiritual welfare and salvation … of all the female members of the Church.'
"I believe the Relief Society not only blesses the sisters in the church but all the sisters in the world. Millions of women have been impacted by this great and inspired organization.
"My hat is off to the Relief Society organization in the Church and to all sisters, including you.
Hats off to the many meals prepared and delivered.
Hats off to those who tirelessly serve one another and give service in your neighborhoods and communities.
Hats off to visiting teachers who faithfully fulfill their responsibilities each month.
Hats off to the many hours of temple attendance, family history and work of salvation of souls.
Hats off to those who accept and fulfill callings and duties associated with membership in the Church.
Hats off to sisters who quietly and faithfully endure to the end.
My hat is off to all of you and the Relief Society organization! Thank you for all you do and are."
"Joseph Smith organized the Relief Society 174 years ago for 'the relief of the poor, the destitute, the widow and the orphan, and for the exercise of all benevolent purposes.” In addition, he taught the Relief Society was 'not only to relieve the poor, but to save souls.' The larger part of the work of Relief Society today is 'to look after the spiritual welfare and salvation … of all the female members of the Church.'
"I believe the Relief Society not only blesses the sisters in the church but all the sisters in the world. Millions of women have been impacted by this great and inspired organization.
"My hat is off to the Relief Society organization in the Church and to all sisters, including you.
Hats off to the many meals prepared and delivered.
Hats off to those who tirelessly serve one another and give service in your neighborhoods and communities.
Hats off to visiting teachers who faithfully fulfill their responsibilities each month.
Hats off to the many hours of temple attendance, family history and work of salvation of souls.
Hats off to those who accept and fulfill callings and duties associated with membership in the Church.
Hats off to sisters who quietly and faithfully endure to the end.
My hat is off to all of you and the Relief Society organization! Thank you for all you do and are."
“Hats off” also goes to those sisters who brought salads and cakes; to
Linda Lowe for her 100 delicious and
made-from-scratch rolls; to Nancy and Aleia Anderson for the invitations; to
Joy Alldredge, Donna Ortiz and Suzie Long who created the beautiful decorations
and special thanks to 2nd Counselor Cheryl Kanenwisher for overseeing
Relief Society activities – especially this memorable birthday party
celebration.
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