NOTES. Spanish Branch has 2nd hour classes with the Arrowhead Ward at 1:30 PM Anthem Ward's Sunday School/Priesthood/EQ/RS starts at 1:00 PM (before their Sacrament Meeting) *Both the Virgin Valley Spanish Branch and the Anthem Ward will begin their respective Block of meetings with Sunday School/Primary/YM/YW/EQ/RS one hour before the Sacrament start time listed on this schedule. (11:30am for Spanish Branch and 1pm for Anthem) Classes First for those two units only.

English & Espanol Flyers

All primary children are invited to sing prelude at the general session of stake conference on Sunday January 19th. There will be 1 practice Sunday January 12th, 7 pm in the West Stake Center chapel. On Sunday January 19th please arrive at the West Stake Center by 9:40 am. Please contact Jill Laub if you have any questions.

Young Single Adult Branch: President Brian Bingham, 9:00 am Whipple Building Old Mill Ward: Bishop John Zarate, 10:30 am Whipple Building Summer Crest Ward: Bishop Rusty Hughes, 12:00 pm Whipple Building Vistas Ward: Bishop Alex Blazzard, 1:30 pm Whipple Building Valley View Ward: Bishop Jaydel Wilson, 9:00 am Littlefield Building Littlefield Ward: Bishop Aaron Rappleye, 10:30 am Littlefield Building Scenic Ward: Bishop Charles Lee, 12:00 pm Littlefield Building

Dear Members of the West Stake, We hope you have had a wonderful Christmas Season celebrating the birth of our Saviour and are looking forward to many special experiences in the New Year.  One special experience we may have comes from the spiritual uplift we receive when sharing the Gospel of Jesus Christ with our friends and neighbors.  As a Stake Presidency and together with our High Council after seeking inspiration of the Holy Ghost, we have created a Stake Mission Plan for 2025 to assist us as we Love, Share and Invite. We have attached the Mesquite Nevada West Stake Mission Plan to this e-mail for your review and reference throughout the year.  Feel free to print it out and share with others.  We will send out a monthly Love, Share & Invite e-mail to discuss the activity scheduled for each month.  The most important aspect of this Plan is the opportunity to seek the Spirit to direct you to the "who" & "how" you will share the Gospel of our Saviour. Listen for the Holy Spirit first and together we will use the Plan to assist us in seeking out those ready to be invited to receive what has blessed our lives. For the month of January, our action item is  Fast for Missionary opportunities .  We hope you will use this coming Fast Sunday to pray and fast for opportunities of missionary experiences. Be prepared to act on these opportunities and follow the promptings when the Lord puts someone in your path. We love you members of the West Stake and pray for you often. We testify that Jesus is the Christ and the blessings we receive from Him are great when we strive to share his Gospel. With Love and Admiration, The Mesquite Nevada West Stake Presidency

Elder Cameron Perkins has returned from his mission for the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. He served in the Washington, Spokane Mission. He is the son of Maurie and Christy Perkins of the Heritage Ward, West Stake. Elder Perkins will speak in the Heritage Ward on Sunday, December 29, 2024, at 1:30 p.m. in the Mesquite Nevada West Stake Center. He will continue his studies at SUU in Cedar City, Utah starting in January. Welcome home Elder Perkins!

As we celebrate the birth of Jesus Christ this Christmas season, we are reminded of the profound love that He offers to each of us. His birth, His life, and His ultimate sacrifice are a testimony to the boundless love of the Savior who came into the world to redeem us. In the quiet of that holy night, a child was born who would change the world forever. Jesus Christ, the Son of God, came to teach us how to love, forgive, and serve. Through His example, we learn that true joy is found in loving others as He has loved us. As we reflect on His life, let us be reminded that love is the greatest gift we can give and receive this season. May our hearts be filled with gratitude for the Savior's love, which is unconditional and eternal. Let His light guide us in spreading kindness and compassion, and may we seek to follow His example in all that we do. As we gather with loved ones and celebrate this special season, let us remember that Christmas is not just about the gifts we exchange, but about the greatest gift ever given—the life and love of Jesus Christ. May His peace fill our homes and hearts, and may we share His love with everyone we meet. Wishing you a Merry Christmas, filled with the light and love of our Savior, Jesus Christ. President Jared Hollingshead Mesquite West Stake