Simi Valley Stake News

Due to Covid-19, the Simi Community Christmas Creche Exhibit has been postponed until December 2021. In lieu of this annual event, our Simi Valley Stake has been asked to be part of a Worldwide Virtual Nativity which will be shown starting November 27, 2020 on YouTube. For further information, check out our new, updated SCC website at simicomunitychristmas.com.

Hello Parents! Are your kids in Seminary? Please mark your calendars for the following dates: August 16 - Back to Seminary (3:30pm for Cochran Building & at 5:00pm for Erringer Building) August 24th - First day of Seminary... More details to follow, including links to the meeting, but please be sure to join us to meet the teachers, learn about the seminary modules, and get your questions answered. Looking forward to a wonderful year ahead!

I know that some of you have been asking about the DI Bin, we wanted to let you know that as of right now it should be at our buildings starting July 25th. It is possible that the date can change, but for now that’s the date.

Jesus Christ can speak peace to your soul when you open your heart and listen. Where do you feel closest to His presence? #HearHim #ComeUntoChrist

"Coming to know that Christ is my Savior for myself has brought so much joy into my life. Out of the many things I love about this video, the phrase 'clean slat...es, new beginnings' really touches me. All of us make mistakes, it's inevitable, but becuase of Jesus Christ not only can we be forgiven but have a greater capacity to forgive others. We experience lasting comfort, relief, and peace. I am so grateful to have felt this tangible healing in my own life because of Him." - Sister Kathryn McKean Matthew 11:29-30 And ye shall find rest unto your souls. For my yoke is easy, and my burden is light. What can you do because of Him? Comment your answer below!

We recognize women everywhere who put in mental, emotional, and spiritual work to strengthen relationships, care for others, and hear God's voice. You are enough. #HearHim #MothersDay

From our Prophet!

Exciting news! BYU Women’s Conference will be digital this year. Go to the link for all the details! https://womensconference.byu.edu/digital-event

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Wards are communicating the need for volunteers at the Bishops Storehouse. Thank you so much to everyone who has helped out. Please note that at this point, until further notice, the storehouse will only allow those under 50 years old to serve. If possible, please send your young missionaries. They are sorely needed. Contact your ward leaders or Elder Ralph Page for more details. Thanks & Stay Safe!

Dear Brothers and Sisters, We extend our love to you and want you to know we are praying for your safety and well-being. We are entering a very critical phase in the COVID-19 outbreak. The next two to four weeks will determine whether the extensive efforts of national and local leaders to stem the rate of community spread of COVID-19 will be successful. The personal health of millions of people and the economic well-being of all nations hang in the balance. The next few weeks... and months will likely be an unprecedented period of challenge and economic struggle for many. These are extraordinary times. There has never been a greater need in our lifetime for all people to turn to God for help and peace. We assure each of you that our Heavenly Father and His Beloved Son, Jesus Christ, are mindful of us and our individual needs. We can turn to Them for peace and comfort. Sunday, March 29, 2020, is a fast Sunday. It is also the weekend just prior to April General Conference. As an Area Presidency, we invite you to join us in a Special Day of Fasting and Mighty Prayer. The purpose of this fast is five-fold: 1. To ask the Lord to bless and inspire our leaders and their efforts to protect the health and well-being of all people and to find solutions to address the challenges we are facing in all nations. 2. To pray for all those who are suffering the physical, emotional, and economic impact of COVID-19, that they will be blessed according to their needs. 3. To pray that the hearts of people everywhere will be softened and turned toward the Lord in humility and that faith in Jesus Christ would increase on the earth. 4. To pray for spiritual strength to overcome fear and anxiety, for inspiration to protect ourselves and our families, and for the awareness and ability to minister to those in need. 5. To pray for increased understanding and personal revelation in preparation for the prophetic guidance and messages regarding the bicentennial of the restoration. Like the prophet Enos, we too can turn to the Lord in mighty prayer in behalf of ourselves, our families, our nations, and those in need. He will hear and answer our humble prayers. We hope you will invite others of faith to join with us in uniting our faith and prayers. As you do, please consider a generous fast offering and, based on your personal circumstances, a donation to the Humanitarian Fund. As an Area Presidency, we will be looking for significant and meaningful ways to address the immediate and growing humanitarian needs of our area. We encourage you to listen to and share President Russell M. Nelson’s recent media posts on hope and love with your family and friends. We invite you to join us in a Special Day of Fasting and Mighty Prayer and to unite with others as we pray for heaven’s help and blessings. Sincerely, The North America West Area Presidency