If you are unable to attend Stake Conference Meetings in person, here is the link to access the meetings. Saturday 4:00-5:30 pm Leadership (Branch Council and Presidencies). Saturday 6:00-7:30 pm Adult Session Sunday 10:00 am General Session http://mywebcast.churchofjesuschrist.org/events/mesquitenevadastake?fbclid=IwAR2KUH6RBockXTOyD_qevTN96DkP7lyFzS7FVJEKmn7MBUWZHwhRKMsNM6U

Mesquite Nevada Stake Seminary of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints held their graduation on Sunday evening, May 22. Forty seniors graduated having attended class 5 days a week for their four years of high school studying scriptures each year-Old Testament, New Testament, the Book of Mormon and the Doctrine and Covenants. They each received a diploma and a framed picture of Jesus Christ. Jocelyn Spilker, seminary graduate, spoke about the good habits she learned of daily scripture study. She found a place of safety in going to seminary and reaching out to other classmates. Lydia Wakefield told her favorite scripture stories – she told of the courage of Mary Elizabeth and Caroline Rollins, two young sisters, who saved the pages of the book of Doctrine and Covenants when a mob was destroying the printing press and papers in Missouri in 1831. Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego were courageous young men who defied the king of Babylon and would not worship false gods. She said, “The greatest miracle is “I am, you are and we are” meaning we are God’s greatest creation and we can receive miracles - great and small if we look to Jesus Christ for help.” Cameron Perkins, seminary council president, thanked his parents and older brothers who got him excited about going to seminary. He quoted Pres. Russell M. Nelson who said, “You are free to choose faith.” Perkins continued, “What you look for is what you find. Go with a positive attitude and discipline yourself to form good daily habits. The spiritual momentum you gain will help you move forward. The real test is now that we don’t have daily class, will we continue to open our scripture?” Nathan Porter, seminary teacher and principal, spoke about the term in sports of personal PR – personal record. He asked the students to make a PR - personal record for scripture study. He said you are not in competition with your friends about who can read the most chapters a day. He explained the word have means to possess or own or hold. The word make means to form or combine. “There is a difference between have time and make time - Some say they don’t have time, but everyone has been given 24 hours a day. We must make time. Making time implies a willingness to sacrifice,” he said. “Make time for a gospel PR for prayer, service and scripture study - in other words, make time for Jesus Christ. God is eagerly waiting to answer your prayers – just go pray! “ He asked the students to “give the Lord His portion of their time for He has given us 24 hours each day.” He challenged the students to keep looking to the future and their dreams and said, “Trust in the Lord and God will help you fulfill your dream in His time.” Pres. David J. Anderson, told the story of the how our stake got a seminary building that opened for classes in 1995 across the street from the Virgin Valley High School making it accessible for the high school students to be able to cross the street and attend seminary classes each day of the school year. When the new high school was built, the students met for class in his double wide garage which had been converted into a classroom, but when the enrollment increased to more than 80 students, more room was needed for classes. He requested a seminary building be built on property the LDS church owned but his request was denied on the grounds that they did not build separate seminary buildings. The seminary department suggested he ask the city of Mesquite if a double wide trailer could be installed on the lot and used for seminary – the city said, “No” and he was glad. Pres. Elwin Whipple, Mesquite Nevada Stake president, suggested Pres. Anderson write to the priesthood department of the church and request a seminary building and the request was ultimately given to Pres. Gordon B. Hinckley. Pres. Hinckley had heard about the people in Mesquite and surrounding areas who had picketed the pron shop 24 hours a day, seven days a week for thirty-six months straight through summer heat and cold winter winds. He said those parents are concerned about their children and if they are that dedicated, they need seminary building! He approved the plan for a building just for seminary and had an architect start working on the project. Pres. Anderson looked at seminary buildings in the St. George area, chose the design he liked and working with the architect, it was submitted but the plans read French Provincial. The plans were rejected saying they did not build French Provincial buildings. Speaking with the architect, the plans were changed to read southwest architecture and then the plans were approved by the building department of the church. The seminary building was completed and dedicated by Ben B. Banks, a seventy. In the audience were some parents of the graduates who remembered attending seminary in the “garage” and then being welcomed into a beautiful building of their own. Pres. Anderson told the students that it was their parents and grandparents who sacrificed their time to provide a good moral environment for the rising generation. Pres. Anderson continued, “There are somethings worth sacrificing for and someday you will be asked to stand for truth and righteousness. Will you be willing to pay the price to defend Jesus Christ and his message and His atoning sacrifice?” Those graduating are: Emily Anderson, Ada Avila, Calla Haviland, Hana Iverson, Hunter Levitt, Savannah Poole, Kyler Sudweeks, Cole Wilson, Kade Wilson, Adalee Anderson, Riley Averett, Clayton Hollingshead, Benson Leavitt, Abby Sonnenberg, Elizabeth Garlick, Alleia Atkinson, Samuel Atkinson, Caydn Clem, Olivia Tobler, Javen Laub, Jennifer Mitchell, Malia McOmie, Vncento Piazza, Joseph Kazek, Madison Marshall, Lindsey Mickelson, Cameron Perkins, Zachary Thornton, Cheyann Hafen, Emma Hughes, Leieste Macias, Laila Ponce, Jocelyn Spilker, Lydia Wakefield, Allie Law, Elsa Whipple, Kelly Denninghoff, Luke Wahl, Shaynie Abbott, and Mackenzie Wheeler.

Donna Steed Rudy - born September 8 1939, in Clearfield Utah to Myron Jerro and Elma Steed. Passed away peacefully in her sleep at 82 on May 15 2022 but will always be forever 29. Donna married L. Niles Stahle (dec’d) on May 18 1957, later divorced. Donna later married her sweetheart Robert Reed Rudy on April 2 1994 then on September 23 2006 sealed in the Salt Lake Temple. Donna grew up in Clearfield and loved working outdoors and helped the family with the dairy farm. Donna also enjoyed music all her life. During her time at Davis High she played in a group for the sock hops. She loved to play the piano in church, she played 30 years in primary and 10 in Relief Society. Donna was such a jack of all trades. She was one of the first crossing guards for Woods Cross City. She worked at American Resources, Kidder Peabody, Painewebber, Hostess at the Room at the Top, and Royalty Desk at the Virgin River. Her outgoing personality brought her many dear friends. It has been said to know her is to love her. Donna had many interests - she loved to garden and even won awards for her yard. She loved to play games but you never wanted to sit next to her. She loved to go bowling, playing skee ball, arcade games, amusements parks especially the roller coaster rides, modeling and of course shopping and could always find the best deals. Donna loved to travel, she had a quick wit and wonderful sense of humor. She could make anyone laugh, she made everyone feel loved and very special. Donna loved her family, whether it was Sunday dinner or holidays her house was always the places to be. Donna is survived by her husband Robert Rudy and her children: Brenda (Mark) Jones, Julie (Brent) White, Leslie (Elise) Stahle, Brian (Chelsey) Stahle, Jennifer (Robert) Zuspan. Step Children: Robert Scott Rudy( dec’d) James Rudy(dec’d) DeAnne (Matt) Prigmore, Jason (Leighann) Rudy. 26 Grandchildren, 52 Great Grandchildren, 1 Great Great Grandchild. Survived by her brother Terry (Kathy) Steed, Brother in Law Larry Gale. Proceeded in death by her parents, sister Betty Gale, Grandson Tyler Niles Shemenski. The funeral will be held on Thursday May 26, 2022 at 11:00 am at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints Stake Center located at 550 N 2300 W, West Point, UT. A viewing will be held on Wednesday May 25, 2022 from 6:00-8:00 pm at Aaron’s Mortuary 1050 State Street Clearfield, UT 84015. and at the church from 9:45 to 10:45 am. Burial at Clearfield City Cemetery located at Aaron Mortuary following the service.

Seminary Graduation will be Sunday, May 22, at 6 pm in the Mesquite Nevada Stake Center located at 100 N. Arrowhead Lane, Mesquite, Nevada. If you prefer to watch it online, go to the following link: https://mywebcast.churchofjesuschrist.org/events/mesquitenevadastake where there will be a Seminary Graduation option. Ihttps://external.fsgu1-1.fna.fbcdn.net/safe_image.php?w=500&h=261&url=http%3A%2F%2Fmywebcast.churchofjesuschrist.org%2Fimages%2Ficons%2Fsocial.png&cfs=1&ext=jpg&utld=churchofjesuschrist.org&_nc_oe=70220&_nc_sid=505865&_nc_o2e=1&ccb=3-6&_nc_hash=AQG6NwasvCEdQhCI

"Starting and Growing a Business" is the self-reliance class coming up. It will start on June 8th @ 4:30pm in the stake center. The course will involve one class per week for 10-12 weeks. Anyone interested can contact Celeste Broderick - 702-378-7085

The Mesquite Family History Center Thursday workshops will be held May 26th at 3:30 and 6:30 pm. Changing information in your Family Tree will be the topic. If you can't attend in person, the 3:30 Google Meet link is https://meet.google.com/bzn-tjvd-nkg Later, the same topic will be repeated. The 6:30 link is https://meet.google.com/cef-kuoe-edy Discover ways to improve and make connections in your Family Tree.

Needing Enthusiastic Military Volunteers By Stephen Hoff The Virgin Valley Honor Guard Is a volunteer assignment for the Veterans of our Valley. Assignments could include Funeral or Memorial Services, Opening Ceremonies for Veterans that have passed on. Other activities such as walking or riding in Veteran’s Day Parades, or other Mesquite Parades as deemed appropriate for the Honor Guard participation. This is an opportunity for Veterans to put on the uniforms issued when accepted into the Honor Guard as a Veteran who has served Honorable in the Armed Forces of The United States. Anyone presently on active duty, and on authorized leave, may also participate in full uniform as a volunteer to the Honor Guard activities. It is advised that volunteers be in such physical condition that might include standing at attention at funeral ceremonies, or march in parades if you desire. Requirements to be selected for the Honor Guard are 1. proof that you have served and honorably discharged from the U.S. Military (DD214 required) 2. Be motivated to participate in Honor Guard activities and have pride in the uniform that will be issued to you as a member of the Honor Guard 3. Be in reasonable physical condition to represent and perform many of the Honor Guard activities. This is a great opportunity to again serve your Country with pride. It was a great experience for me, when I was physically able, to have had the opportunity to represent the United States Military and feel the great pride to also represent those who served and died while serving. The Honor Guard is a special honor for you to again serve your Country and will be greatly appreciated by our local Chapter. If interested contact Bob Haywood at 801-540-2480.

Denton Clarence Bartschi, age 87, died May 3, 2022 at his home in Mesquite, Nevada. He was born August 4, 1934 in Georgetown, Idaho to John Clarence and Mary Margurite Porter Bartschi. On January 25, 1957 he married Barbara Anderson in the Logan LDS Temple. Denton grew up in Georgetown. He served a mission for the Church o f Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints in the Minneapolis/St. Paul Minnesota Mission. Following his mission and some time at college, he started his family and his career working as a lab tech at the Kennectott Mine in Eureka, Utah. After 23 years, he changed locations and jobs, moving to Cokeville, Wyoming where he worked for Utah Power and Light. Finally he retired and moved to Mesquite in 2000. Denton was always a devoted husband and father. He enjoyed serving in church callings and loved helping young men in scouting. He was active throughout his life and enjoyed bowling, golfing, reading and playing competitive board games with his family. Survivors include his wife, Barbara of Mesquite; son, Paul of Mesquite, NV; two daughters: Annette (Lorin) Johnson of St. George, UT; Wendy (Travis) York of West Linn, OR; three grandchildren; brother, Ralph (LaVonne) of Salt Lake City, UT and sister in law, Gladys of CA. He was preceded in death by a son, David and one brother, Ross. Graveside services will be held Monday, May 9, 2022 at 11 a.m. in the Mesquite City Cemetery on Hardy Way, 1362 Hardy Way, Mesquite.

Sister Taylor Allen returned home after serving her mission for The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. She served in the New York Syracuse Mission. Chris and Sara Allen of the Bunkerville 1st Ward are Taylor's parents. Welcome home! Sister Allen's Testimony: I stand with Elder Holland when he said "my mission means everything to me!". Serving in the birthplace of the Restoration has helped me to gain a sure testimony that Joseph Smith was called to be a prophet of God to restore Christs original church back on the earth in these last days. I know that the Book of Mormon is the way to learn about our Savior and will help us to find lasting joy as we actively study it everyday. I have seen how the Atonement of Jesus Christ can change lives completely and I know He performed this selfless act so that we each can become clean and free from any feelings of burden or guilt. I am forever grateful for a Father in Heaven who knows me perfectly and has given me these past 18 months to learn and grow in many different ways.