Elder Tyson Wilson will serve a mission for The Church of Jesus Christ of the Latter day Saints in Brazil Belem Mission for 24 months. He will report to the Brazil Missionary Training Center to learn Portuguese August 15th. Tyson is the son of Trenton and Vicky Wilson of the Bunkerville 1st Ward. Elder Tyson Wilson will speak on Sunday, July 30, 2017 in the Bunkerville Chapel at 12 pm.

Elder Brayton Lee Tobler will serve 2 years for The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter day Saints in the Urdaneta Philippines Mission. He reports to the Provo Missionary Training Center Wednesday, August 9th. Brayton is the son of Brad and Stephanie Tobler of the Mesquite 4th Ward. Elder Brayton Tobler will be speaking Sunday, July 30, 2017 at 9am in Stake Center.

Elder Reid Jensen will serve a mission for The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter day Saints in the Brazil Belo Horizonte Mission. Reid is the son of Andrew and Janell Jensen of the Bunkerville 2nd Ward. He will report to the Missionary Training Center in Brazil on August 8, 2017 to prepare for a Portuguese speaking mission. Elder Reid Jensen will speak on July 30th, 9am in the Bunkerville Chapel.

Elder Andrew Memmott will serve a mission for The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter day Saints. The Ghana Accra West Mission is where Andrew will serve for 24 months. He is the son of Kyle and Christine Memmott of the Mesquite 7th Ward. Elder Andrew Memmott will speak on Sunday July 16, 2017, 1 pm in the Stake Center.

Elder Kasen Tietjen has returned after his mission for The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter day Saints. He served in the Yakima Washington Mission the last 24 months. Kasen is the son of Josh and Heather Tietjen of the Mesquite 2nd Ward. Elder Kasen Tietjen will speak Sunday, July 23, 2017, 12 pm in the Littlefield Chapel, located in Littlefield, AZ, 3260 E. Old Hwy 91. Welcome home!

Sister Alexis Atkinson has been called on an 18 month mission for The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter day Saints. She will report to the Missionary Training Center on July 26, 2017 and serve in the Texas Lubbock Mission.Alexis is the daughter of Scott and Daniella Atkinson of Mesquite 1st Ward. Sister Alexis Atkinson will speak Sunday, July 23, 2017 at 11 am in the Stake Center.

An Eagle Court of Honor was held for Wyatt Hillius, Jeager Lee, and Timothy Maui'a-Moeai, member of Troop 2488 sponsored by the Mesquite 3rd Ward of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Wyatt built a pergola over the picnic tables at Camp Kolob, an LDS youth camp near Zion. He is the son of Gary and Leora Hillius and will be a freshman at Virgin Valley High School. He is a member of the football and wrestling teams. Jaeger installed a new flagpole at Camp Kolob for his project. He is the son of Charles and Dawn Lee. He earned 37 merit badges which is 16 more than required and is eligible to earn 3 palms. He will be in 8th grade at Hughes Middle School. He plays in the guitar ensemble and football team. Tim built a bench at the Mesquite Animal Shelter so people can sit while they decide to adopt a pet. Tim is the son of Jannella Maui’a and will be a senior at Virgin Valley High School. He is a member of the football and wrestling teams. Bill Benson gave the Eagle Charge and told the scouts that they are now a “marked man” and therefore they are representing scouting. He said, “You bring honor to yourselves, your God and family and your country. Live and serve to uplift others. Build America on strong foundation of clean living, honest work, unselfish citizenship and reverence for God. Whatever others do, you will leave behind you a record of which you may be justly proud.” Ensign Robert Stepp had the three Eagle Scouts repeat the Scout Oath to reaffirm their obligations to continue to live the principles of scouting. Tim, Jaeger and Wyatt presented the mentor pins to Jon Meierhoff, their scoutmaster, in gratitude for his help along the trail to Eagle. The mothers pinned the Eagle Badge on their sons and the sons gave their mother pins to thank them for their help in achieving the rank of Eagle Scout. The Eagle’s nest was formed by Mark Tichenor and the scouts were escorted to sit in the Eagle’s nest with those who have previously received the award. Walter Dalton, young men’s President, congratulated the Eagle Scouts and said, “These are young men who do live the Scout Oath and Law.” Mark Tichenor, Chairman for Virgin River Valley BSA, presented the scouts with pocket knives engraved with “Eagle Scout” to remind them to continue to live the scout oath and law.

The first ever Camp Zion for the Mesquite Nevada Stake was held on Kolob Mountain June 28-July 1 for Young Men and Young Women ages 16 thru 18 years of age. Days were filled with activities from 6:30 am to 10:30 at night that centered on the theme found in James 1:5-6. 5 If any of you lack wisdom, let him ask of God, that giveth to all men liberally, and upbraideth not; and it shall be given him. 6 But let him ask in faith, nothing wavering. For he that wavereth is like a wave of the sea driven with the wind and tossed. The goals of the camp was to feel the Spirit, become a better disciple of Jesus Christ, learn to become more like Him and turn to Him in times of trouble and to know how to access His Atonement in their lives. Sixteen adult leaders were always present with the 47 Young Men and 48 Young Women who attended. More adults came throughout the days to assist and give presentations. The planning and execution of the camp was carried out by youth committees lead by Youth Presidents Reid Jensen and Bernice Fiso. They were assisted by Layton Woods, Brayton Tobler, Andrew Memmott, Burgundy Hall, and Kennedi Ludvigson. This Mission styled camp was further divided into Zones and Districts with youth leadership. Attendees were assigned a companion and much like missions were told to do their activities together. Cecilia Wahl pronounced Camp Zion to be “one of the best experiences of my life. I was determined to treat camp like a mission. My favorite part was reading scriptures with my companion.” She added “Kari Wakefield was the FUNEST zone leader!” Scripture reading and goal setting were large parts of Camp Zion. The goal of pre-specified scripture memorization was met by all the girls and most of the boys. Individual prayers, journal keeping and a kind, friendly attitude were also stressed as important goals throughout camp. Reading and discussions were held in groups and individual companionships. The camp on Kolob Mountain centered on the eating/meeting area with the girls camping at the north end and the boys at the south end, all in 2-4 person tents. “It was awesome,” said Brother Bob Sweetin, Stake YM President, “though when I first heard about a camp with nearly 100 teenaged girls AND boys I did not think it could work.” But it did. After attending the Culture Night with returned missionaries from all over the world Brayton Tobler said “The spirit can be felt no matter the language. You can make a difference in people’s lives.” Cade Anderson said “Camp Zion really makes me excited for my mission.” Kennedi Ludvigson said “I felt the spirit so strongly, everyone was doing as they should, reading scriptures, praying and serving others. I know that camp really had an impact on lives.” After working hard for months leading up to Camp Zion Bernice Fiso said she could truly say “I absolutely loved every second. I really learned the importance of good leadership. I worked hard to learn the skills it takes to lead. Patience is a huge part. I learned that the Spirit can be my best friend. I had to turn to it often. I loved Bro. Barnum’s talk about learning the language of the Spirit.” Kylee Tobler voiced what was often heard, “Camp Zion was truly inspired.”

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21 scouts from The Valley gathered Wednesday night to complete the Communication merit badge. The instructors were Trent Wilson and Josh Tietjen. Boys needed to complete requirements such as giving a 5 minute talk, attending a public meeting, and discussing the different ways that we communicate. This is the third required merit badge class that has been offered by the area scout leaders. Chris Allen has organized a schedule and gets counselors for the classes. Next month will be the Swimming merit badge, another badge that is required to earn an Eagle Scout award.

Elder Jace Haviland has been called on a mission for The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in the Colorado Denver North. He will report to the MTC on July 12, 2017. Brian and Joy Haviland of Bunkerville 2nd are his parents. Elder Haviland will speak Sunday, June 25 at 9 am in the Bunkerville Chapel.

Elder Addison Biasi returned from the Costa Rica West Mission on June 15, 2017. Elder Biasi served 24 months in a Spanish speaking mission. His parents are Mark & Marnie McEwen, and Bruno Biasi. Elder Biasi will report his mission on June 25, 2017 at 9:00 am in Bunkerville 2nd ward in Bunkerville, NV. Welcome home.