Elder Andrew Memmott has returned after serving a mission for The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. He served 24 months in the Ghana Accra West Mission. Kyle and Christine Memmott of the Mesquite 7th Ward are Andrew's parents. Elder Andrew Memmott will speak on Sunday, June 30th at 9:30 am in the Mesquite Stake Center.

Sister Lauren Leavitt has been called to serve a mission for The Church of Jesus Christ of the Latter-day Saints.Lauren will serve in the Washington DC North mission for 18 months. Her primary assignment will be to labor in the Washington DC Temple Visitors' Center. She is the daughter of Michael and Angela Leavitt of the Bunkerville 1st Ward. Sister Lauren Leavitt will speak on June 23, 2019 at 10:30 in the Bunkerville Chapel. She will enter the Provo Missionary Training Center on June 26th.

Elder Daxon Toone will serve a mission for The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. He will serve in the Santa Rosa California Mission. Daxon is the son of Ryan and Kena Toone of the Mesquite 7th Ward. Elder Daxon Toone will report to the Missionary Training Center on June 12, 2019.

We hope that your schedule includes Stake Conference this weekend. All session will be held in the Mesquite Nevada Stake Center. (100 North Arrowhead Ln., Mesquite Nevada) The sessions are as follows: Priesthood Leadership - Saturday 1 June 2019 @ 4:00 PM Those invited to attend: High Priest Quorum (Stake Presidency; High Council; Bishoprics; Stake Patriarch); Branch Presidency's; Elders Quorum Presidency's; Ward/Branch Clerks and Executive Secretaries; Ward/Branch Young Men's Presidency's; Ward/Branch Temple and Family History Leaders; Ward/Branch Mission Leaders. Adult Session - Saturday 1 June 2019 @ 6:00 PM Those invited to attend:Adult (18 years and older) members of the Mesquite Nevada Stake and their invited friends. General Session - Sunday 2 June 2019 @ 10:00 AM Those invited to attend:All members of the Mesquite Nevada Stake and their invited friends. We ask that you come with a desire to fellowship, sing and worship together.

Tanner Rumell Reber, member of Troop 2042 sponsored by the Littlefield Ward of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, received his Eagle Scout Award at a Court of Honor. His project was repainting the helipad at the Beaver Dam Fire Station, to help the Mercy Ambulance Crew to pick up patients who need transport to a hospital. He earned 32 merit badges going beyond the requirements of 21 for Eagle Scout. His favorite merit badge was photography. He graduated from Beaver Dam High School where is was a member of the football and wrestling teams. He is the son of Trent and Jenny Reber. Pres. David Anderson, Stake Pres. Of the Mesquite Nevada Stake, expressed his appreciation for the organization of the Boy Scouts in teaching young men the great principles of doing a good turn, being prepared, being honest, teaching skills of the outdoors and living in nature. While serving on an Eagle Board of Review he often asked the eagle candidate to define character. An answer he got was “doing the right thing when nobody is looking.” Another said, “It is moral discipline; doing the right thing because it is the right.” One answered that he was now “mature and had made it! – which is not quite right,” Pres. Anderson said. He then asked, “What does mature mean? It is the ability to wait for something you want now; put off for a season what you think you need.” Pres. Anderson said, “There is evidence Tanner of your ability to work hard and put off what you want right now. This is evidenced by your going above and beyond the required 21 merit badges and earning 11 additional merit badges.” Trent Reber, Tanner’s father, gave him the Eagle Scout Charge challenging him to live with honor as it is the foundation of all character and is the first point of the scout law. Reber continued, “Live with loyalty and be true to family, friends and brother scouts and carry your share of the load. Be courageous, be brave not only in danger but stand for the right and look and seek your share of the world’s work. Be cheerful and always wear a smile. Be of service and give a helping hand to those who are toiling upward on the trail to Eagle. Do your good turn each day. The Eagle is a protector of the weak and helpless – therefore, always uphold the rights of others. Remember to always be prepared, and let the scout oath and law be a guide for tomorrow and onward. The eagle badge represents teamwork and years of hard persistence. There are obligations with becoming an Eagle – standing by your promises.” Reber concluded with, “I was grateful to be with you on summer camps and overnighters and I have watched how you hep the younger boys in a friendly manner. I have watched you be a great example of willing service to your fellow scouts. “ Brian Haviland, District Chairman of BSA, formed the Eagle’s nest by inviting all the Eagle Scouts in the audience to come forward and sit together. Tanner’s father presented him with the Eagle Badge and pins for his mother and father. Tanner presented the mentor pin to Dan Reber, his grandfather, for his help and encouragement along the trail to Eagle Scout. Tanner received a pocket knife engraved with ‘Eagle Scout’ from the Virgin River District. Josh Tietjen served as Tanner’s escort to the Eagle’s nest.

On May 19th thirty-one seniors received their diplomas from Mesquite Nevada Stake Seminary at a graduation ceremony at the stake center presided over by President David Anderson. One hundred and twenty-six underclassmen were given Certificates of Completion or Attendance. President Anderson and Brother Porter spoke to the students inspiring them to continue in their efforts to live as they have learned in seminary. Dylan Wilson spoke saying “Before attending seminary we relied on our parent’s testimonies. But in seminary we worked on developing our own. It’s (seminary) an amazing place if you put the effort in.” Kylie Cannon was enthusiastic in her talk. “I love seminary because it has given me a desire to read the scriptures!” Jaylee Whipple gave advice to the graduates. “Seminary is just practice for real life. Will we continue to stay on the path?” Graduates with Brother Nathan Porter

The Mesquite Nevada Stake Presidency presented a devotional for the graduating high school seniors in the stake May 2. Twenty seniors attended and received advice, support and inspiration. President Abbot advised the young people to be careful with their money and start saving now! Thinking about their futures and their financial requirements should carefully be planned and the next ten years in their lives is “the decade of decision”. President Anderson talked about the difference between policy and doctrine. Doctrine never changes, policy can. Sydney Ludvigson’s said “my favorite part was when Pres. Anderson said it is ok to be hopeless romantics. Because as girls we know we want a man who loves the gospel, who treats us kindly and who thinks we are the world. And we should not settle for less!”

Fathers and sons gathered at Heritage Park on Friday evening, May 10 for an evening of good food and fun. President Anderson, Kelby Hughes, and Evan Wilson entertained and inspired the group of approximately 150 Attendees. A dinner of delicious pulled pork sandwiches with all the trimmings was served by High Council members with the Stake Presidency. Games like kick ball helped the meal digest and after the sun went done a movie (Forever Strong) was enjoyed. “It’s always a great time when all of the guys in the stake can get together. These gatherings are not especially spiritual but as bothers in the gospel we inspire each other to keep doing our best” said John Zarate. Nearly 50 sons and dads stayed to camp overnight at the park. In the morning a pancake breakfast was served to the campers and those that returned from “camping at home”.

Better late than never. In February we were Brave as we celebrated Super Cubs. Each Cub Scout and Leader made a cape with their super power on it. It was our Blue and Gold Banquet and the primary presidency served up some super food. Thanks to all the families for supporting Cub Scouts!

March brought a birthday for Corben. He turned 11 and had completed the requirements for Webelos and Arrow of Light. The point of the scout law for March was clean and the supplemental theme was “Cubservation”. We went for a walk along the river and picked up trash as we went. On our way we met Brother Reber who represented Akela. He presented Corben with his Arrow. The Kenny also received recognition for completing adventures. We enjoyed trail mix and water as we walked. We also pointed out various wildlife tracks. It was an amazing pack meeting! Thanks Brother Reber for all you do for scouting!

Elder Christian Spencer Martinez has been called to serve a mission in the Philadelphia Pennsylvania Mission. Christian reports to the Provo Missionary Training Center on June 5, 2019. Sam and Annjeanette Martinez of the Mesquite 7th Ward are his parents. Elder Christian Martinez will speak on Sunday, May 26th T 9:30 am in the Mesquite Stake Center, located at 100 N. Arrowhead Ln.