Dave West of Mesquite was awarded the Silver Beaver, the highest award for a volunteer scouter, at an awards presentation for the Utah Parks Council of the Boy Scouts of America. Dave has served in several positions in Troop 2596 sponsored by the Mesquite 5th Ward of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and Pack 2008 sponsored by the Mesquite Elks Lodge. Dave has served as Cubmaster, Webelos Den Leader, Assistant Scoutmaster, Leader of 11-Year-old Scouts, Varsity Coach, Varsity Roundtable Commissioner, and District Publicity Chair. Dave also organized the local Scouting for Food drive in 2013 and has helped with fundraising for Troops and Pack. He has served as a merit badge counselor for 6 merit badges including backpacking, personal management and camping, and he has helped over 100 individual scouts advance in their rank. Dave has attended many summer camps including Del Webb High Adventure, High Uintah’s Camp in Utah, Thunder Ridge near Parowan, Bear Lake Aquatic and served on the staff of Camp Kolob near Zion National Park. His previous awards include the Honor Award in 2007, Virgin Valley District Award of Merit in 2014, Cubmasters Training Award in 2016, and Cubmasters Key in 2017, and the LDS On My Honor Adult Recognition for service in church units. Dave said, “While I never advanced much as a youth in Scouting, I had great leaders who exposed me to many new hobbies and experiences. Through Scouting, I’ve been able to dedicate many hours to being outdoors enjoying nature – especially at week long summer camps. I’ve completed two 50 miler hikes in beautiful areas that most people never see in the High Uintah’s and the Ruby Mountains.. I have especially enjoyed taking my own sons to camps and watching them learn and grow.”

Elder Jaxon Snarr has accepted a call to serve a mission for The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. He will serve in the Fort Collins Colorado Mission. He reports to the Missionary Training Center on October 23rd. Mike and Amy Kazek of the Mesquite 3rd ward are his parents. Elder Jaxon Snarr will speak on October 13, 2019 at 9 am in the Whipple Chapel. Elder Snarr's Testimony: I know that Jesus Christ is my Savior. Joseph Smith was a true prophet and restored the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Days Saints. I have seen God’s love in my life many times. Each day I strive to be closer to Christ. I want to spread God’s love to all the Children of God in the Fort Collins Colorado Mission.

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Elder Nathen Philip Abbott will serve a mission for The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.He will serve in the Czech Slovak Mission, speaking Slovak. Nate will report at the Missionary Training Center on October 16th. Philip and Melinda Abbott of Bunkerville 2nd are his parents. Elder Nathen Abbott will speak on October 13, 2019, 12:00 in the Bunkerville Chapel. I know this church is true. I know that our Heavenly Father and Jesus Christ loves each and everyone of us no matter what we do. I know that Christ atoned for our sins that we may be able to live with Him and our Father in Heaven again. I know that Christ speaks to us through His prophets, seers, and revelators. That Joseph Smith was the first prophet of this Last Dispensation and that he did see God the Father and His son, Jesus Christ, when he went into the forest and prayed on his knees asking which church he should join. I know that Joseph Smith translated the Book of Mormon for us in this Last Dispensation. I know that President Russell M. Nelson is the prophet on the Earth today and that he has the priesthood keys to guide and direct this church. I know that the Book of Mormon is true and that if we follow by its precepts we will stay on the iron rod and eventually make it back to live with our Father in Heaven and Savior Jesus Christ again. I know that agency is a real thing and it is very important that we have it. I also know that no matter the mistake we have made our Father in Heaven and Jesus Christ never lose faith in us. They will always keep encouraging us and keep asking us as long as we sincerely pray about it. I know that our prayers are answered. Not in our time, but in the Lords time. And that He will answer them in the way He knows is best for us. I love this church and everything about it. This is my testimony and I bear it to you in the name of our Savior, Jesus Christ, amen. -Elder Nathen Abbott

Sister Kallie Graves will serve a Mission for The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. She will serve in the São Paulo West Brazil mission with her primary assignment being to labor in the São Paulo Brazil Temple Visitor's Center. Kallie will report to the Provo Missionary Training Center on October 23. Trent and Keri Graves of the Mesquite 7th Ward are her parents. Sister Kallie Graves will be speaking on October 13, 2019 at 9:30am in the Stake Center, located at 100 N. Arrowhead. Sister Graves testimony; God exists. Look around you. Look at the trees, see how the sun hits the leaves, notice the lizard soaking in the heat, hear the children play. God exists, but more than being and having the title of "God" He is our Heavenly Father. We are His literal spiritual children. He knows each and every one of us personally. Most importantly, He loves us more than we can even begin to comprehend. This life is hard. It is supposed to be. Sometimes throughout all of this we may feel completely alone. We are never alone. Our Father and our brother, Jesus Christ, love us unconditionally and infinitely no matter how much we think we deserve it or how far we think we have gone. We are always welcome back into their loving arms. I love my Father in Heaven, and He loves me more than I am capable of feeling. I know that life will just keep getting harder and that the "mighty winds" and the "shafts in the whirlwinds" will always beat upon you. I mean, duh. Satan hates you. He wants you to be miserable. But if we build our foundation on a loving Jesus Christ and Heavenly Father that raging storm outside will mean nothing. The only thing that matters will be returning home, returning to our family in Heaven. I know this church is true. I know that the Book of Mormon is true, and I know, without a shadow of doubt, that Heavenly Father and our Savior Jesus Christ live and they love each and every one of us. I say these things in the name of Jesus Christ, amen.

In order to encourage members of the Mesquite Nevada Stake to become involved in Indexing, we have adopted a Stake Indexing Project. The project is called, "Minnesota Death Records (Part A). There are over 700,000 batches in this project. Every individual, family, and ward in the stake is invited and encouraged to participate.

Jaxon Kazek received his Eagle Scout Award at a Court of Honor. He is a member of Troop 2488 sponsored by the Mesquite 3rd Ward of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. His Eagle Project was building a batting cage at the Mesquite Recreation field. His favorite merit badge was camping and his favorite summer camp was at Maple Del near Nephi, Utah. He graduated from Virgin Valley High School where he was a member of the show choir and theater. He will be serving a mission for the LDS church in Fort Collins, Colorado, in October. Jaxon is the son of Amy and Mike Kazek. Bishop Barnard of the 3rd Ward said Jaxon is a great example to the young men in his ward. Barnard said,” The principles Jaxon has learned in scouting will serve him well and have prepared him for life.” Maurie Perkins, his young men’s advisor, gave Jaxon the Eagle Charge and had Jaxon reaffirm his allegiance to the Scout Oath and Law. Perkins continued, “Jaxon, I charge you to constantly look for ways to serve and honor your parents, family and community.” Jaxon continued, “I reaffirm my allegiance to our God given constitution that makes America great, to assist other scouts in their upward climb on the trail of Eagle. I will make my training, my example, my rank, and my influence count strongly in my family, team, community and country. To these principles I pledge my sacred honor. “ Brian Haviland, district chairman of Virgin Valley BSA, formed the Eagle’s Nest and asked those in attendance holding the rank of Eagle to come forward and sit together. Haviland presented the Eagle Badge to Jaxon’s mother who pinned it on his scout shirt. Jaxon presented pins to his parents for helping him achieve the rank of Eagle Scout. Jaxon presented the mentor pin to Ryan Toone who helped him and encouraged him to find and complete a project. Haviland presented Jaxon with a pocket knife engraved with ‘Eagle Scout’ and Jim Humphry, Eagle Escort, escorted Jaxon to the Eagle’s Nest. Troop 2488 did the presentation and retrieval of the colors at the court of honor.

Elder Kade Roger Haviland will serve a mission for The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. He will serve in Tahiti Papeete Mission, French speaking, or 24 months. Kade is the son of Brian and Joy Haviland of the Bunkerville 1st Ward. He reports to Provo MTC October 2nd. Elder Kade Haviland will be speaking in the Bunkerville 1st Ward on September 15, 2019, 10:30 am in the Bunkerville Chapel.

Sister Kylie Cannon has been called by The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints to serve in the Perth Australia Mission. Jim and Shaquel Cannon of the Bunkerville 1st Ward are her parents. Kylie will report to the Provo Missionary Training Center on October 2nd. Sister Kylie Cannon will speak in the Bunkerville Chapel on September 15, 2019 at 10:30. "I know the Church of Jesus Christ is the true and living church on the earth today. I know that Joseph Smith restored it and is a prophet of God. I know the Book of Mormon is the word of God and that Joseph Smith translated it. I know God hears and answers our prayers. I know the temple is the house of God and that it is holy and brings peace and comfort into our lives. Russel M. Nelson is the living prophet on this earth today and I know that he is being guided by our Father in heaven and his son Jesus Christ. I know Christ atonement is real and that he loves each of us. In the name of Jesus Christ amen."

On Saturday, August 24 the Stake Primary held its Activity Day for all girls 8-11 years of age. It was a busy day for more than 85 girls that attended to the theme of Choosing Joy. Fun and informative classes helped the girls learn how to choose joy in their lives. The subject of these classes included Media Choices, Following the Savior, Divine Roles, Knowing Where You Want to Go and Being Resilient. A fun craft making a cute beaded bracelet also followed the theme. The 5 hours of activities included a lunch of hot dogs, chips, fruit and vegi snacks and was topped off with a yummy chocolate fountain! The day was an accomplishment of the combined efforts of the just released and new incoming Stake Primary Presidencies. The new presidency of Pam Sleppy (pres.), Chelsie Abbott and Nicole Burnside (councilors) and Abbie Dalton (sec.) really got a great start to their callings. “We were so grateful to be able to work together with the released presidency. We are over whelmed but feel so blessed in our callings to serve the children of the stake.”

New Stake Primary Presidency President Pamela Sleppy 1st councilor Chelsie Abbott 2nd councilor Nicole Burnside Secretary Abigail Dalton The new presidency of Pam Sleppy (pres.), Chelsie Abbott and Nicole Burnside (councilors) and Abbie Dalton (sec.) really got a great start to their callings. “We were so grateful to be able to work together with the released presidency. We are over whelmed but feel so blessed in our callings to serve the children of the stake.”