"And the church did meet together oft, to fast and to pray, and to speak one with another concerning the welfare of their souls" (Moroni 6:5). One of my favorite meetings is Relief Society--a chance to meet with other sisters and to either lift them or to be lifted by them. I sometimes just want to cry when a sister comments in Relief Society and I think "Somebody knows how I feel!" or when their testimony or insight is an answer to my soul's search.
So what do emails and Google docs have to do with any of this? We send these for a few reasons:
1. We would like sisters to be able to pose questions about upcoming lesson topics that they might need help answering (either during the lesson or by others who can respond in the Google doc).
2. Some sisters aren't able to attend Relief Society. This gives them a chance to review lesson notes and feel uplifted by the teaching and discussion.
3. Not everyone gets a chance to share everything they want to during Relief Society. This gives anyone and everyone the opportunity to share thoughts maybe they didn't have time to before.
4. Some are not comfortable speaking up but may be able to express thoughts in writing.
5. It's another tool that can be used strengthen and lift one another--an ongoing online discussion about gospel topics.
That said, what feedback do you have? Is it working for you? What suggestions do you have that might make this tool more dynamic in reaching more sisters? We recognize not everyone taps into the same tools and/or resources, which is why there's a blog, a Facebook page, etc. Please share your thoughts!
I love the weekly Google doc! For me, it's a great way to focus my study. It is also helpful in that there are always scriptures and other talks shared. I am able to come to church already uplifted by the things that we'll be studying at church. My mind is focused and ready. It's been really good for me! Thank you!
ReplyDeleteI really like the emails/newly created facebook page/blog because it is literally one click away to receiving answers, thoughts, revelation, guidance, hope, strength,tender mercies... I really like how they are connected to the gospel. I have a thought, not sure how good it is, but perhaps to help us more,or reach more sisters, not sure yet, but maybe you can post a specific question about the lesson or a thought on the facebook page/blog to create more online discussion. Perhaps this way it is easier to share more insights, or just read what others have to say, if for some reason the lovely email sent by Katy gets lost somewhere in space or gets unnoticed by all the other emails we already receive. Any way, just a thought.
ReplyDeleteI like this idea.
DeleteMan, our ward is so full of rock stars :) I'm inspired. I never study ahead... maybe I should start! Thanks for your awesome examples, guys!
ReplyDeleteWhat a great idea for ALL the reasons posted by Corrine! Thanks for being so inspired and on top of it!
ReplyDeleteWhat a great idea for ALL the reasons posted by Corrine! Thanks for being so inspired and on top of it!
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