Santee Stake News

Reminder : Seminary Graduation is tonight at 5pm.

Check out this neat opportunity on June 19th. The Young Women of the Lakeside Ward will be doing outdoor family portrait sessions as a fundraiser for their upcoming Girls Camp. See the link below to sign up: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/20F0B4FABAE2CA7FF2-girls

Thank you to everyone that donated backpacks/duffel bags for the migrant youth at the convention center. As a church county group effort, we provided 1451 backpacks (1450 was the original urgent need). 800 have already been delivered and the rest are on their way. We were able to provide 912 blankets, 288 coloring books, and 288 composition books (also on their way) with money donated as well. WELL DONE!

Stake Blood Drive : This coming Saturday JUNE 5 from 7:30am to Noon. At the Santee Stake Center (10052 Magnolia Avenue, Santee) If would like to sign up, please contact Brother Whittemore at [email protected] for an appointment.

What a fun project! Help recognize and celebrate three veterans that turn 100 years old by sending cards! https://www.justserve.org//57ccfec8-1118-4115-a7c0-6725154

Youth Fireside this Sunday, May 23. All Youth, ages 12-18.

Take a look at this ongoing service project. Back packs can be sent direct to Tanya Geisel's house by May 31. https://www.justserve.org//478d2b7e-2d89-457b-85ff-0cc33e4

Memorial Weekend Beach Blast for Single Adults!

There is an Urgent need for NEW backpacks and duffel bags to help migrant children (ages 5-17) relocate to their new locations. Drop-off locations through the end of May in the JustServe link: https://www.justserve.org//478d2b7e-2d89-457b-85ff-0cc33e4

UPDATE : if you want to voice your opinion, you have to pre-register to make any public comments. Do it now if you are interested. The Santee Collaborative has informed us that Santee City Council is considering putting marijuana dispensaries in Santee. The Santee Collaborative was created to help promote healthy families and they encourage us to attend the Santee Council meeting Tomorrow night (Wed., May 12th at 6:30 pm- which will be hybrid- both online and in person) an...d express our opinion on this issue. We would encourage you to let your voice be heard on this matter. The meeting will be held in the Santee City Council Chambers at Santee City Hall 10601 Magnolia Ave. Here is the link for accessing the virtual meeting tomorrow night. You can scroll about half way down the page and look for Click Here. https://www.cityofsanteeca.gov//current-past-council-agend

April was Stake JustServe month. Share below what you did and photos if you have them.April was Stake JustServe month. Share below what you did and photos if you have them.

Youth activity tonight! 16 and up.

Join the BYU Management Society on Thu, Feb 18, 11:30 AM (PST) for an intriguing discussion with AMMEX CEO, Fred Crosetto, as he shares the journey and insights on the pandemic's impact on his business driving over 316% growth, overcoming supply and logistics issues globally, including moving his family from China to the US. It's an amazing story from a leader focused on properly supplying our front line workers. Event is virtual and no cost to attend. Click the link to regis...ter. BYUMS is focused on growing moral and ethical leadership around the world. Good networking opportunities and interesting presentations. Membership is free. https://byums.byu.edu//byu-san-diego-presents-byu-ms-even/

We hope to see you at the National Day of Prayer event on Thursday evening. 7pm at the Santee Stake Center. Bring your own chair for sitting outside on the lawn.

You can find these projects and more in your local search on JustServe.org!

All persons 65+ are now eligible to receive a COVID-19 vaccination through the County of San Diego.

Santee Stake Singles has a refreshed Facebook Group. Check it out to stay up to date on events and activities for single adults in the area. https://www.facebook.com/groups/394816864041185/?ref=share

The stake toy drive through collection was a huge success! Thank you to all that donated and to our volunteers. We filled a large truck inside and out with toys and gift cards. We brought joy to many children this year

Here is a list of free Christmas Meals around the county. Please share this info if you know of anyone in need.

Looking forward to the Sing and Serve event tonight!

Please see the attached flyers for information if you are interested in hosting a youth experiencing homelessness. Here is a description of the Host Homes Program: The Host Homes Program at Home Start is a community and volunteer-based response to youth homelessness. The hosts who participate in this program are adults who open their homes to youth who are looking for short-term housing resources (up to 12 months) and support(on going case management and wraparound services ...as they work on their employment/education goals). Because we understand that youth experiencing homelessness are best supported when they are able to remain in the communities where they are comfortable, have friends, attend school, and go to work, the goal of the program is to recruit, screen, and provide support to volunteers who have a spare room in their home and are willing to open their homes to young people between the ages of 14-24 in their own communities who are experiencing homelessness or have unstable housing. Volunteer hosts will receive a monthly stipend, training, and ongoing support. The host family can be a friend or family who they already have a connection with and just want additional support or it can be a household that applies through us and will be matched to the youth. We are thrilled to invite you into this partnership. Should you know anyone who is willing to host or an interested youth, or to learn more about this program, please contact our Host Homes Coordinator, Selma Hassane, at [email protected] or (619)782-2239. Interested hosts can also fill out this Host Interest Form and we will reach out shortly.

Are you making cookies (store bought works too) and want to donate a dozen or two to local disabled men and women, many of whom are Veterans? Then here is fun and simple project for you. Sign up with the link below to help spread Christmas Cheer! https://www.justserve.org//a05a6a30-6c77-4226-8d34-da1b97a

Did you know that there is a Santee Collaborative? It exists to help build a healthier and proactive Santee community. You are welcome to attend and be part of this group. This collaborative also helps connect residents with the resources they need. If you need to know more about disabled or medical support, Military resources, teen or child programs, reporting crime, or many other topics the Santee Collaborative website would be a great place to start. You can attend the collaborative as a parent or Santee resident. A nice way to get involved in our community! http://www.santeesd.net/Domain/782

This #lighttheworld post is written by one of our youth. We just love hearing his thoughtful idea for sharing words of love at this time of year!! The #LightTheWorld advent calendar’s activity item for today is send a favorite book to a faraway friend. I decided to send a book to my Cousin Nick, who is my mom's godfather and one of the nicest and most charitable guys I know. He has sent me tons of book in the past and so I wanted to return the favor by sending him one today, and by doing so #LightTheWorld! --Crew

Dear Santee Stake Members, We would like parents to please invite 4th grade teachers (who teach California history) to take a virtual tour with their classes of the Mormon Battalion Historic Site in Old Town. This is a great opportunity for the 4th graders, charter and private school students, and homeschoolers to become aware of these virtual Mormon Battalion tours. They do a great job and have been successfully running these tours for hundreds of children and adults durin...g the pandemic. Below is a message that can be forwarded to teachers with information on arranging the tours. Thank you! Santee Stake Communications Committee Dear 4th Grade Teachers, We are so sorry we cannot offer the Old Town San Diego 4th Grade Field Trips because of the COVID restrictions, but we wanted you to know of a unique opportunity for your students to still experience some of the early history of San Diego. The Mormon Battalion, US Army of the West, Historic Site is offering FREE virtual tours. It will be the same approved 4th grade tour you have experienced in the past. It is a great story of bringing a diverse community together through service. It is part of what makes San Diego so special today. Here is the calendar link to book your tour: https://calendly.com/mormonbattalionhs Or you can call the Battalion at 619-298-3317 Thank you. Old Town San Diego Foundation

See the link below to sign up for a Virtual Christmas Devotional with guest speaker Brad Wilcox. This Thursday morning Dec 10!

This year, medical professionals around the globe have devoted countless hours to help fight a global pandemic. Do something today to show your appreciation to our local medical professionals! There are a few projects on JustServe.org asking for medical supplies and masks, blood donations, or volunteers in clinics, and we suspect there are even more in our community that haven't made it online yet. Be brave! Ask around. Then come back and let us know where you helped so we can help too! Watch a video and read some scriptures about healing here: https://bit.ly/37BXqJi #ShareTheGift #LightTheWorld #ComeUntoChrist #ShareGoodness #YouCanDoSomething #LightTheWorldCorvallis

PRIDE Academy's P.A.C. Pantry is now open! The P.A.C. Pantry was created to help fill a gap in our community. Santee School District families that are in need of gently used clothing or toiletries are welcome to utilize our services. P.A.C. Pantry is donation based and wouldn't be able to operate without the supportive and giving nature of our community members.... See the attached flyer for more details. This is a wonderful resource for our community!

The San Diego Attorney's Office is organizing a virtual Labor Trafficking 101 training on 10/26 at noon. It’s $15 for attorneys and free for non-attorneys hosted by the Human Trafficking Collaborative of Lawyers Club. Register here: https://www.lawyersclubsandiego.com/even/EventDetails.aspx

Free Halloween Trucks & Treats event being hosted by the City of Santee. Check the city website for more info soon.

Beauty can be found all around, even in these very difficult times. We are grateful for the musical talents that put this song together. Let's spread it around for all to hear! "Flight Song" by Kim André Arnesen Erin Gray: Director Elan McMahan: Accompanist... Summer Blinco: Audio/Video Editing Erin Gray is the director of the new San Diego Saints Choir, of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. The choir received permission to begin in February, right before COVID hit. Many in the video have never met in person but dearly miss singing and made a virtual choir video to express their gratitude to the Lord for inspired music! They hope it uplifts all those who watch & listen. Erin Gray says, "This piece is an expression of gratitude to God for the gift of inspired music and for the technology that allows us to sing "together" even during a global pandemic." #givethanks

Update: Rick's has been found. Thank you for searching and for your prayers! Please be on the lookout for Rick Austin who has been missing since early Saturday morning. He drove away from his home in Santee in their bluish/green Saturn Vue. He has dementia and may be confused when he is found. Disabled license plate # DP634PP. ... Please call police if you see him. Here is a picture of what Rick looked like yesterday and a picture of the same make and model of their car.

The San Diego County District Attorney’s Office and Grossmont College have an exciting webinar series coming this Fall. The first webinar is on September 16, 2020 at 12:00 p.m. Registration information below and flyer attached. Behind the Scenes of The Criminal Justice System Webinar Series Featuring community college alums... Part 1: CRIMINAL LAW CAREER INSIGHT PANEL & UNDERSTANDING YOUR CONSTITUTIONAL RIGHTS Speakers San Diego County District Attorney Summer Stephan Judge Marcy McLaughlin of SD Superior Court Deputy District Attorney Martin Nunez Public Defender Spencer Scott Community Partnership Prosecutor Monique Myers SEPTEMBER 16, 2020, 12:00-1:30 P.M. REGISTRATION LINK: HTTPS://TINYURL.COM/CTEWEBSERIES1 PART II WEBINAR: CAREERS IN THE DISTRICT ATTORNEY'S OFFICE & LAW ENFORCEMENT Learn about other career opportunities: IT, Media, Legal Support, & Forensics OCTOBER 14, 2020 12 P.M.-1 P.M. PART III WEBINAR: UNDERSTANDING HUMAN TRAFFICKING NOVEMBER 18, 2020 12 P.M. -1 P.M.

December 6 : FAST RELIEF As many of us are participating in a fast today and considering where to donate the cost of our skipped meals, we really love hearing about one of Santee's local food bank champions Marty Smothermon! Her service in Santee and especially with the Santee Food Bank is impressive and appreciated! #LightTheWorld ... Santee UMC Santee Collaborative City of Santee

A message from the Santee Stake Presidency. https://youtu.be/iSD9wHmo1xI

The message this week is by Chris Jesperson 2nd Counselor in the Stake Presidency. https://youtu.be/iSD9wHmo1xI

December 5 : PAY IT BACKWARD Most of you have probably been served by Rich Hardy. He freely shared his talents and his time with all members of our stake, and the community. Rich recently passed away from cancer. He wanted to leave his wife and family in a lovely home and so started a large home remodeling project that mostly has been carried on by so many who loved Rich. Everyone has felt it an honor to serve someone who served us all so well! Thank you Rich! We love you! #lighttheworld #payitbackward

Weekly messages from the Santee California Stake. Danelle Jenkins our Stake YW’s president. https://youtu.be/OkTG5h1iCHU

Our Stake received this very kind handwritten thank you note for all of the food donations we provided to help feed the unsheltered in Santee last month. THANK YOU to all of YOU!

December 2 : HERO HIGHLIGHT There are some pretty awesome people in our community! They exemplify Christlike love and selfless actions. Let's take a moment to recognize them! Need some help choosing a hero? Check here: https://bit.ly/3o9pIkX... We can't wait to meet your heroes! #ShareTheGift #LightTheWorld #ComeUntoChrist #ShareGoodness #YouCanDoSomething

Make this Christmas more meaningful by doing an act of service each day. We'll have ideas to help you #LightTheWorld every day, so check back often! December 1 : GIVING TUESDAY There are so many wonderful local organizations that need your help today! Need some ideas? Ask an organization that provides a service that means something special to you what you can do for them. Or check JustServe.org for a way you can lend a hand to someone already looking. Or donate to a global... charity partner here : https://bit.ly/3fLWR3j . While you're there, see what the Bible teaches about giving. We can't wait to see who you helped! Please come back and share with us! #LightTheWorld #ComeUntoChrist #ShareGoodness #YouCanDoSomething See more

The amazing Youth in our Stake have a new Instagram account and would love for everyone to check it out. Their main goal is to spread Love, Joy and Positivity! Please check it out and soak up their positive vibes! https://www.instagram.com/thespiritmakers/

Reminder! This Saturday come drive by with your donation of gift cards or toys.

Join us as we #LighttheWorld this holiday season. Share this calendar with friends so they can #LightTheWorld also!

Join us as we #LighttheWorld this holiday season.

Reminder! Youth turning 16 in 2020 & up are invited to come to the stake center and help collect and sort toys and gift cards for the stake toy drive. PLEASE WEAR YOUR MASK. We will have hand sanitizer and gloves and will practice social distancing. We will also have supplies to make Christmas cards for those in need of encouragement while we wait for donations. To-go refreshments! Please have youth RSVP here! RSVP": https://docs.google.com//1FAIpQLSddFrtd1f66gwNyRR/viewform

Reminder : Blood Drive tomorrow Saturday Nov 28 at the Santee Stake Center. See below for more info. Thank you! Saturday, Nov 28th. 7:30-1:00pm See attached for more details SIGN UP here:... online sign up sheet: https://www.mysdbb.org/donor/schedules/drive_schedule/67239 A special note from the Blood Bank: We will have Antibody Testing of Each Blood Donation throughout December. Please note: As this is NOT a diagnostic test, it will not detect active COVID-19 infections or recent exposure. For all COVID-19 blood donation restrictions related to symptoms and exposure visit" www.sandiegobloodbank.org/COVID19.

Gratitude Journal Day 2: We are grateful and amazed by the perfect love of the Savior. He gives it to us freely, even at times we are turned away from him. The Savior's perfect love is for all of us, and we are indeed so grateful. #givethanks

Youth turning 16 in 2020 & up are invited to come to the stake center and help collect and sort toys and gift cards for the stake toy drive. PLEASE WEAR YOUR MASK. We will have hand sanitizer and gloves and will practice social distancing. We will also have supplies to make Christmas cards for those in need of encouragement while we wait for donations. To-go refreshments! Please have youth RSVP here! RSVP": https://docs.google.com//1FAIpQLSddFrtd1f66gwNyRR/viewform

How has gratitude helped you find #hope and #healing during times of uncertainty? Share your thoughts with us in the comments below. #GIveThanks

As you follow President Nelson's invitation to share posts of gratitude online this week, be sure to invite your friends and neighbors to join with us! Use the hashtag #GiveThanks

There will be a BYU-Pathway Worldwide Devotional from 7 to 8 p.m. (PST) on Sunday November 22. To register in advance for this devotional, please go to https://byupathway.zoom.us//regi/WN_AeZtElxxSiGQKz3dZuwHZA

Global faith leader President Russell M. Nelson has a special message of hope for all of us. It will be shared on November 20th at 10am PST (11am MST). Set a reminder and plan to join us.

Keep your eyes open to see one of the YW from our Stake in this broadcast! Today @ 3pm there will be a Young Women Face To Face with the YW General Presidency. All women and families are welcome to join! https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org//young-women-celebrati

Please consider donating to our upcoming Blood Drive for The San Diego Blood Bank. Saturday, Nov 27th. 7:30-1:00pm See attached for more details SIGN UP here:... online sign up sheet: https://www.mysdbb.org/donor/schedules/drive_schedule/67239 A special note from the Blood Bank: We will have Antibody Testing of Each Blood Donation throughout December. Please note: As this is NOT a diagnostic test, it will not detect active COVID-19 infections or recent exposure. For all COVID-19 blood donation restrictions related to symptoms and exposure visit" www.sandiegobloodbank.org/COVID19.

We have an important update for the Stake Toy Drive. Due to the current circumstances, the Lakeside Christian Helps Center is kindly suggesting that people consider donating gift cards instead of physical gifts. If you can choose that option, it is great! But if you still prefer to donate an unwrapped/new toy, that is also wonderful. Thank you for your support!

Santee Stake Toy Drive on Dec 5 from 10am - noon. We are collecting NEW and UNWRAPPED gifts for kids and teens, gift cards and stocking stuffers all to be given to local children. Thank you! Questions? Let us know!

Brothers and Sisters, hello from your local BYU Pathway missionaries! Winter 2021 Pathway semester enrollment is now open. A reminder, that anyone wishing a college education online can enroll for any semester: Fall, Winter or Spring and start their first semester, no need to wait until every Fall to start. Cost is low at $75.00 per credit. We are here to help with any questions.... Thank you, we hope things are going well for you. Elder & Sister Formanek

A message from the Santee Stake Presidency.Heaven’s blessings to you. https://youtu.be/ySwgxwjgp04

3pm today!!! Sunday, Aug 2. Seminary ZOOM meeting for students and parents/guardians. Explanation of the 2020-2021 Seminary format led by Bishop Jarom Price. Join Zoom Meeting https://us04web.zoom.us/j/77866346677 Meeting ID: 778 6634 6677

Message from the Santee Stake. https://youtu.be/s1N59EapSGM

East County Meals on Wheels is in need of volunteers. Many of their current volunteers are seniors and continue to shelter during this health crisis. At the same time, the clientele of Meals and Wheels has increased 30% over the past (3) months. The East County territory covers La Mesa, El Cajon, Santee, Lakeside, and Alpine. Check out this link if you are interested in volunteering with East County Meals on Wheels.... https://www.meals-on-wheels.org/volunteer/deliver-meals

If you didnt get a chance to watch live today, you can watch here anytime : (Fast forward to the 58 minute mark) https://youtu.be/KHNY6yMa1GA

Reminder : It is time to register for 2020-2021 Seminary! Parents need to go to https://myseminary.churchofjesuschrist.org/family to log in and register their child now. There is an informational meeting next Sunday, August 2 @ 3PM for all parents and students to explain the new format. Seminary is set to start August 17th!

The message this week is by Larry Hartpence new 2nd Counselor in the Stake Presidency. https://youtu.be/ywBtQqS3GVQ

Message from the Stake Presidency... https://youtu.be/NqBYIlcVuIo

One more day for our virtual blood drive! Save lives with us! We are hosting a virtual blood drive July 13- July 18. Make an appointment to be there for someone in need. Mention code LDSS when you donate to represent The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints Santee Stake! www.sandiegobloodbank.org/GiveLife The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints Santee Stake is hosting a virtual blood drive July 13-18. Although we are currently unable to host a blood drive... at our site, we want to continue to save lives and give back to our community at this critical time. Please donate at one of the San Diego Blood Bank donor centers and mention code LDSS or The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints Santee Stake when you donate. Let’s save lives together! To see locations and make an appointment, visit www.sandiegobloodbank.org/GiveLife or call (619) 400-8251. Please note: Appointments only. No walk-ins at this time, but we do have same day appointments. For up-to-date information related to blood donation and COVID-19, including safety measures and exposure deferrals, please go to www.sandiegobloodbank.org/COVID19. There is an opportunity to donate convalescent plasma if you have recovered from COVID-19. Your antibodies may help someone in critical condition. Visit www.sandiegobloodbank.org/donateplasma. If you are not feeling healthy and well, please stay home. If you are a high-risk member of our community, please do not feel obligated to donate blood. Other donors are stepping up to fill in the gap. Please stay home and take care of yourself. We thank you in advance for being there for our community and representing The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints Santee Stake! Please note that anyone else welcome to donate at anytime with your code LDSS at the centers as well.

We are all trying to do something good during these unusual times. Check out what one of our own has done. If you haven't met Luke and his family from the Lakeside ward, you should. You'll be better for it. https://www.nbcsandiego.com//padres-fans-homemade/2365434/

I love the Santee Stake. https://youtu.be/2sMOHsbai_M

SANTEE STAKE PIONEER DAY With the approval of the Santee Stake Presidency, the following website has been set up to help you enjoy Pioneer Day. https://santeestakepioneerday2020.wordpress.com... "What a marvelous thing it is to have a great heritage, my brothers and sisters. What a grand thing to know that there are those who have gone before and laid out the way we should walk, teaching those great eternal principles that must be the guiding stars of our lives and of those who come after us. We today can follow their example. The pioneers were people of great faith, of tremendous loyalty, of unthinkable industry, and of absolutely solid and unbending integrity." Gorrdon B. Hinckley , Feb 2, 1997 Indeed, you and I can follow their example by sharing our pioneer experiences, new and old, with members of the Santee Stake and our friends and families. We invite all to participate from the comfort of their own home - Please check out the website and SHARE your ideas.

If you are able to make and donate masks, here is your chance. They will benefit farm workers. Details are in the post/ link. Completed masks can be given to Tanya Geisel no later than Tuesday July 14th. https://www.justserve.org//536424ab-0355-45a3-bbee-dc644f7

Santee Stake Virtual Talent Show. Enjoy!!! https://www.youtube.com/playlist

The Santee Stake is partnering with Guardian Angels Catholic Church and Carlton Hills Lutheran Church to help feed people on Friday nights who are not housed. President Schimpf has asked that we help provide food donations that could be used on the go throughout the week. Please check in with your ward to see how they will collect donations. THANK YOU for supporting our community!!... Food donations that are needed : Chef boyardee ravioli or spaghetti cans Variety of snack size chips Pop tarts Sunny D 12oz bottles Apple juice Tuna pouches Small cereal boxes Non refrigerator milk

Drive-Thru Donation Event is today and we're ready for you! Stop by the Santee Stake Center or Carlton Hills Lutheran Church between 11-12. THANK YOU!!

Volunteers still needed for the Community Donation Drive this Saturday June 27th. Please sign up with the link below. All donations are greatly appreciated. Spread the word! https://www.justserve.org//db29aebf-35c5-4b61-8ec7-7712149

The Stake Presidency message... https://youtu.be/cv8yzk0OxJw

Looking for ways to serve in our community? Check out this Drive-Thru Donation Event scheduled for June 27th from 11am-Noon! There are 2 ways to serve: 1. DONATE! See the yellow flyers for info about the different organizations we are collecting donations for. Each organization is looking for something specific, so please read the flyers for details.... *Place donations in sealed bags clearly labeled with the designated organization name. Items will be collected from your car trunk to comply with social distance guidelines. 2. VOLUNTEER! We need some volunteers stationed at each drop off-site to collect donations. Click on these Just Serve links to sign up. https://www.justserve.org//ee0d8507-3d6a-46e7-bb12-6692454 https://www.justserve.org//db29aebf-35c5-4b61-8ec7-7712149 We hope to see you at one of the 2 drive-thru locations: One is our Stake Center building and the other is at the Carlton Hills Lutheran Church building on Halberns Blvd

A message from the Stake Presidency... https://youtu.be/h-ASDIrtiUY

Happy Sunday. https://youtu.be/c1x7dIx6ZL4

The message this week is by Brother Don Harrison, a member of the Santee Stake High Council. English https://youtu.be/8gMeE9fL8o4

As we are all online significantly more these days, especially our children, these are good reminders about safety. This was shared with us by the San Diego County District Attorney’s Office.

Here is an opportunity to donate items for people to take what they need! Wonderful!!

The message this week is by Brother David Barrera, senior member of the Santee Stake High Council. English https://youtu.be/udvafs3OWEQ May you all have a very wonderful Memorial Day this year.

Please check out the Weekly Message From the Stake Presidency for 17 May. Spanish https://youtu.be/84X5mp-TaHs English https://youtu.be/5jJOka4sbmg

San Diego County announced a temporary program that delivers meals to older adults who meet age and other eligibility criteria. You can see the details at the link below. The program is currently running through June 10. https://www.sandiegocounty.gov//sdgreatplatesdelivered.html