Greetings Stake Members & Friends;
We are the Stake Communications Committee. In a recent meeting we counseled together about the most effective ways to provide up-to-date information to members of the Stake. We came to the conclusion that there was no one "best" way. Some people prefer e-mail. Some people like texts. Some follow ward pages on social media. Some like to get a handout at church. That's totally fine. We just want to make sure that members of our stake have a way that fits THEM to stay informed about what events are going on and what resources are available.
This blog is intended to be a One-Stop-Shop for things having to do with striving to live the gospel in the Prescott, Arizona Stake of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. This Blog will not meet everyone's needs. We know that. But if it is a fit for you, welcome! We invite you to check back often as we will update any time there are new events or programs you may want to be aware of.
If you want to share any specific post on your own social media, simply click on the DATE at the bottom left corner of that particular post. Then, COPY the URL at the top of your screen. That address becomes a hot link that can be sent in an email or posted online that will take folks to just that one post you may want to share.
If you have questions, suggestions, or have something to submit to be posted you can reach us at PrescottStakeCommunications@gmail.com or you can call Lynda Bennett, the Stake Communications Director (number in Tools).
Thursday, October 5, 2023
Welcome to the Prescott Stake Communications Blog!
Encore Performance of Women of Courage Concert - October 26
On September 5 the Quad Cities Interfaith Choir gave a stunning performance of the "Women of Courage" concert at the Trinity Presbyterian Church. This program is made up of a collection of original songs honoring various women throughout history. The lyrics and compelling narrations that explained each piece were written by Patty Christiena Willis and music written by Mary Lou Prince who also directed the show. She is the music director of the Universalist Unitarian Church. Back by popular demand, the choir will perform an encore performance on Thursday, October 26, again at Trinity Presbyterian (630 Park Ave in Prescott) at 7:00 PM. This is an incredible collection of stories set to music that moves the soul. Invite friends!
Conductor / Composer Mary Lou Prince on left.
Storyteller / lyricist Patty Christiena Willis on right.
Save the Date- Nov 4th
Bring your family and friends to the Prescott Stake Emergency Preparedness Expo. To be held at the Stake Center on Saturday, November 4th from 9:00 AM till Noon, this event will combine presenters from all across the Stake with community organizations to offer information booth and classes on a wide range of topics. This is a perfect opportunity to share with others you know that we believe in being prepared, and that when we are prepared we need not fear. (D&C 38:30)
Partnering organizations include Yavapai County Emergency Management, Master Gardeners, Catholic Charities, Prescott Area Wildland Urban Interface Commission, Yavapai County Search & Rescue Jeep Pose, Lifeline Ambulance, and others).
Whether you simply walk around the gym to see the many table displays and demonstrations on key preparedness topics or attend one of the mini classes, this will be a fun family event.
Celebration of Thanks - Nov 16
A treasured community tradition in Prescott is the Celebration of Thanks. This production by the Quad Cities Interfaith Council brings together diverse faith traditions to lift up their voices in song, readings or share sacred dance to honor all that is divine and what we can each be grateful for.
Held each year on the Thursday before Thanksgiving, this event sets the tone for many for the upcoming holiday season.
Please invite family and friends to attend on November 16 at 6:00 PM at the Prescott Stake Center (1101 Sandretto Drive). For more information contact Christine Mack at cmack@prescotthabitat.org
Wednesday, October 4, 2023
Light the World Giving Machine is coming to Prescott!
What is a "Giving Machine"? you may ask.
The Giving Machines are fun vending-type machines where people can purchase specific items for charities to support local, state and global non-profit
organizations. 100% of every donation is transferred to the
participating charities and the operating costs, such as credit card fees, are covered by The Church of
Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.
The Giving Machines have been in other states (and even other countries) for several years, raising millions of dollars to benefit those in need. They have become a holiday tradition in Gilbert and last year expanded to Flagstaff and Tucson. This is the first time ever we have had the opportunity to host a Giving Machine here in Prescott.
Our machines will be here Dec 2-Dec 14. They will be located on the dirt lot next to the Chamber of Commerce, across from Court House Square. With a wide range of items priced between $7 to $250, nearly ever one can find something they can be excited to purchase for a non profit agency here or in another part of the world.
(Examples: Art & School Supplies for The Launch Pad Teen Center, Shelter from the Cold at Prescott Area Shelter Services. Hot meals at Catholic Charities. Supporting refugees with Pots and Pans for Welcome to America. Diapers or formula for Life Connections. 100 Polio Vaccines for Unicef. A community well for WaterAid or three chickens for Mentors International.) These are just a few of the 35 different items that can be purchased from the Giving Machine when it comes to Prescott.
There will be a special Ribbon Cutting Ceremony to open the Giving Machine at 4:00 pm on Saturday, Dec 2. This will be right between the annual Christmas parade and the lighting of Court House Square, so that will be a busy day. There will be a stage with lighting and sound system set up next to the machines where local performers will be entertaining throughout the two weeks the machines will be here. The Quad Cities Interfaith Choir will be performing at the ribbon cutting event
The entertainment on the stage will take place three times a day (noon, 3pm and 7pm) Monday through Saturday. There will be all sorts of different acts - From more well known acts like Vicky Oldham and Tom Agostino to local school choirs, church praise bands, a bagpipe player, and the local barbershop chorus, the High Mountain Chordsmen.
Follow this blog for more details as we get closer to the event.
Here are some short videos that show what the Giving Machine is like:
(Spotlights partnerships with diverse faiths and civic groups)
Saturday, September 30, 2023
9/11 Day of Service - 2023
Many thanks to all those who came out for any of the different projects that were organized for the 9/11 Day of Service. It was a great day! Did you do one of these projects? Did you do something else? Whatever you might have done to honor that day we want to hear from you. Leave a comment below or email your experience to PrescottStakeCommunications@gmail.com
If you would like to find new opportunities to serve, check out JustServe.org!
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