Welcome to our latest members

The Warwick Ward Young Men would like to welcome two new members into our group.
Kevin Phav and Darrek Kun were baptized on Sunday 12/28/08 and we congratulate them for their achievement and special day.

December 30, 1973

Spencer W. Kimball becomes the 12th President of the Church at the age of 78.

December 23, 1805

Joseph Smith (1805-44) born to Joseph Smith Sr. and Lucy Mack Smith, Sharon, Vermont.

Nativity scene participation

The Young Men of the Warwick Ward are scheduled to participate for 1 hour in the Nativity creche on Tuesday night the 23rd at 7PM. Please dress warmly and arrive early enough to get your costumes; proceed directly to the Nativity creche for 1 hour.

Brother Levett will not be able to attend due to work, so you will have to contact the Bishopric or Brother Redding for more info or a ride.

First Presidency announces new temple in Peru

December 13th, 2008:  A new temple for Peru is announced fy the First Presidency; read more here:
Official news

Happy Birthday Matthew Coates

The Warwick Ward Young Men wish Mattew Coates a happy birthday today!

Elder Joseph B. Wirthlin dies at 91; oldest living apostle in the LDS church

Elder Joseph B. Wirthlin, the oldest living apostle of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, died at 11:30 p.m. Monday at the age of 91. A press release from the LDS Church said Elder Wirthlin had gone to bed at his Salt Lake City home, and died peacefully of causes incident to age.

December 1, 1838

The Prophet Joseph Smith and others imprisoned in Liberty Jail, Liberty, Clay County, Missouri.

Very important events coming soon !

The YM from Warwick will be responsible for cleaning the entire chuch and chapel for the month of December. We will discuss our plan of action and make assignments for the month and proceed with a schedule. We have the option of cleaning most of the building on Tuesdays and then the remainder or touch-up areas on Saturdays.
All of the YM will particpate regardless and transportation can be arranged. Remember that many hands make quick work.

Black out hunger dance

There will be a stake dance on 12/13 from 7pm to 10pm in New Haven at their Stake center.  The theme for the dance is to "Black out hunger" so you are urged to wear black clothing (appropriate and modest). Please bring canned goods to share with the homeless and less fortunate. Ages 14-18 may attend and why not invite a friend as well.  For more info contact Brother Levett at 401.921.0486.

 

Happy Birthday Brother Harry Jones

The Warwick Ward Young Men wish Brother Harry Jones a happy birthday and wish him well.

November 23, 1918

Heber J. Grant becomes the 7th President of the LDS Church at the age of 62.

November 10, 1985

Ezra Taft Benson becomes the 13th President of the LDS Church at the age of 86.

Upcoming events and activities reminder

• Tonight - "Trunk or Treat" at 6:30pm
• Sunday - Brother Levett is away in FL on vacation.
• No YM next Tuesday night (Election night)
• Thanksgiving baskets are in the works again for delivery at the end of the month.
  

Happy Birthday Akim Pitman

Best wishes today for you, Akim!

October 24, 1841

 Elder Orson Hyde dedicated Palestine for return of the children of Abraham.

Copies of Patriarchal Blessing soon available online

Members of the LDS Church soon will be able to get a copy of their patriarchal blessing online, as well as a chance to contribute their technological expertise to a new LDS wiki, thanks to a Web initiative announced Tuesday on www.lds.org.

Read the full story here at Mormon Times

October 17, 1901

Joseph F. Smith became the 6th President of the Church at the age of 62.

Lazer Tag!

Don't forget we are meeting at the Church at 6:00 pm SHARP on Tuesday (Oct 14th) to go play Lazer Tag in Fall River. Visit the site if you would like to see more about the facility http://www.lazergate.com/index.htm

Look forward to taking everyone out!

October 10, 1880

John Taylor sustained as President of the Church at the age of 71.

The Pearl of Great Price accepted as a standard work.

October 6, 1890

”Manifesto” sustained in general conference, ending the practice of plural marriage.

5 new LDS temples announced by First Presidency

The 12th European temple of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints will be built in Rome. During the opening Saturday session of the 178th Semiannual General Conference, convened in the Conference Center, LDS Church President Thomas S. Monson announced five new temples will be built in coming years. Currently, 128 temples are in operation, and today's announcement brings the number of announced temples to 17. Once completed, the new temples will bring the worldwide total to 145.

The Rome Italy Temple will be the first to be constructed near the worldwide headquarters for the Roman Catholic Church. It will serve church members from a variety of countries and greatly reduce travel time and expense to the Latter-day Saints living in the area, the release states. President Monson said the church also plans to build temples in Calgary, Alberta, Canada; Cordoba, Argentina; the greater Kansas City area; and in Philadelphia. The announcement of the temple in Rome brought an audible gasp and smiles to more than 20,000 church members assembled in the Conference Center.   Read the complete story at Deseret News

October 4, 1997

President Hinckley announced the building of smaller temples.

October 3, 1918

President Joseph F. Smith received the vision of the redemption of the dead.

September 30, 1978

Revelation by President Kimble granting the priesthood to every worthy male member without regard to race or color sustained by Church.

Teens warned against guzzling energy drinks

NEW YORK — Between homework, cheerleading and working at Wendy's, Megan Ward was tired from being always on the go. So last year the 16-year-old began drinking a Red Bull or Monster energy drink before school and sometimes a second one before cheerleading practice.

"I was trying to get energy," says Megan, of Castle Rock, Colo. "In the morning, it gives me that extra boost to get me up and get me going. It wears off, and then I'm ready to go."

Energy drinks, laden with caffeine and sugar, have become the beverage of choice for many teens; 30 percent say they regularly drink them, according to a 2007 report from Mintel, a Chicago market research firm, up from 20 percent in 2002. That compares to just 14 percent of adults who say they drink them.

Read the full article here:
MormonTimes.com

October 18, 2008 - Post Trek Fireside at the Stake Center

Just as a reminder, there is a post-trek fireside at the Stake center in Groton, CT at 6pm (Saturday). This will be a great chance to view the photos taken during the 3 day trip back in July as well as share your experiences with everyone who participated. If you need a ride, contact Brother(s) Levett / Redding or a member of the Bishopric.
See the slide show at Providence Trek

178th General Conference Coming Soon

The 178th Semiannual General Conference of the Church will be held on Saturday and Sunday, October 4-5, 2008. Speakers will include the First Presidency and other General Authorities and general officers of the Church.

8 PM, October 4th at the Warwick Ward building will be the Priesthood Session for our 178th General Conference. All Priesthood holders should make every effort to attend. Please call Brother Levett if you need a ride to the broadcast.

September 23, 1838

1838- Haun's Mill Massacre in Far West MO.

September 22, 1827

On this date, Joseph Smith receives the gold plates from the angel Moroni in Palmyra NY.

Introducing the Warwick Ward Young Men's Blog

The purpose of this blog is to:

• Keep everyone informed about upcoming events
• Share photos and stories of our activities
• Talk about events in the planning stages, and,
• Discussions about holding and honoring the Aaronic Priesthood

Come back often!