The 150th anniversary celebration will be Saturday, January 9 Youth are invited to come and learn a song about Bunkerville to sing at the opening ceremonies. Sundays at 2 pm Bunkerville Chapel

Mesquite Nevada West Stake Dear Sisters, I love the Lord Jesus Christ and am so deeply grateful for each of you. What a blessing it was this weekend to hear inspired counsel from our prophet, apostles, and church leaders! To help us put that love and inspiration into action, we invite you to participate in our Burdens to Blessings Service Donation Drive this Saturday, October 10. Event Details: Donation Drop-Offs: 7:00 AM – 8:00 AM Free Item Distribution: 8:00 AM – 11:00 AM We are also looking for volunteers to help make this event a success. Please see the attached volunteer sign-up and contact Sister Ashley Bunker by text or email if you can help. 435-862-8391. Bunksjunk@gmail.com With love, Sister Christy Perkins

Elder Robbie Anderson excepted his call from the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. He will serve in the Mexico City North Mission. Elder Anderson will go to the Provo Missionary Training Center September 30th and then to Mexico City October 28, 2026. Elder Robbie Anderson will be speaking on September 27th at 12pm in the Bunkerville Chapel. It is located at 355 W. Virgin Street. Adam and Kari Anderson of the Bunkerville 1st Ward, West Stake are Robbie's parents.

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Bill Barrett, retired professor of Computer Science at Brigham Young University and world expert in computer genealogical research, will be the keynote speaker at the Mesquite Family Search Day on Saturday, October 17 at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints located, at 110 N. Arrowhead Lane, Mesquite. The workshop begins at 8:00 and includes classes, family history displays as well as a continental breakfast. The event goes until noon and is free to the public. Barrett's keynote address will give attendees an overview of the many advanced tools and technology now available to assist folks in their search for ancestors while his classes will focus on specific tools and their uses. Mr. Barrett has been instrumental in developing computer applications that speed genealogical research for The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, including digitizing billions of microfilm records, establishing the forerunner of RootsTech – the world’s largest genealogical research workshop – and the creation of the Family History Technology Lab at Brigham Young University, whose applications are available for public use. Other classes include using AI (artificial intelligence) as a genealogical research assistant, organizing your research efforts “From Hard Copies to Digital”, using the Get Involved app, making family history research fun, and an overview of the resources available and the local Family History Center in Mesquite.

Elder Brooks Perkins has been called to serve by the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in the Idaho, Idaho Falls Mission. He starts home MTC on September 16th and will enter the Provo Missionary Training Center on September 23rd. Elder Brooks Perkins will be speaking, September 20th at 10:30 am in the Littlefield Chapel. It is located at 3260 Hwy 91, Littlefield, AZ. Daylen and Ashley Perkins of the Valley View Ward, East Stake are the parents of Brooks.

Elder Jacob Bryan Hafen served his mission for the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in the Hamburg Germany Mission, September 2024 - September 2026. Elder Jacob Hafen's homecoming talk will be September 20, 2026, at 10:30 am in the Bunkerville Chapel. Elder Jacob Hafen's flight lands in St. George, Utah, on September 18th at 6:41pm (St. George Time) for anyone interested in greeting him upon arrival. Merlin and Victoria Hafen of the Willows Ward, West Stake, are Jacob's parents. Welcome Home!!!

Dear Sisters of the Mesquite West Stake, We are excited to share a wonderful upcoming service opportunity to serve and love our neighbors right here in our community! The Burdens to Blessings: Donation Drive and Outreach event will take place on October 10, 2026, at 100 N Arrowhead Lane. All are invited to participate! Event Schedule (October 10, 2026) 7:00 AM – 8:00 AM: Drop Off Donations 8:00 AM – 11:00 AM: Collect Free Items (Yes, everything is free!) Donation Guidelines Please make sure all donated items are new or used (but still usable), clean, and sorted. Items We Are Accepting: Clothing, shoes, and coats Chairs, lamps, and side tables Trinkets Blankets and pillowcases Games and toys Other useful household items Items We CANNOT Accept: Jewelry, perfume, makeup, or toiletries Underwear (unless brand new in original packaging) Large furniture, appliances, or large household items Shoes with broken straps Any broken or damaged items All remaining items at the end of the event will be donated to SafeNest to further support those in need. For more information about the program, you can also visit www.justserve.org. Thank you all for your generous hearts and continued service to our community! Warmly, Mesquite West Stake Relief Society Presidency

Sister Julia Walters has been called to serve in the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, Australia Brisbane North Mission, English speaking. Julia starts her mission on October 7, 2026. Sster Julia Walters will be speaking on September 20, 2026, at 10:30am in the Bunkerville Chapel. Stephen and Heather Walters from the Willows Ward in the Mesquite Nevada West Stake are Julia's parents