Relief Society Meeting 2012

Today was the LDS Relief Society General Meeting. The broadcast occurs semiannually where religious leaders share a special message for women over 18. I have gone for many years but this year I was quite excited. It probably has a lot to do with becoming a Mom this year.

The Relief Society General Presidency

I am so excited to be a Mom, it is what I always wanted to be when I grew up. Even through my excitement I am a little nervous, hoping that I can be the Mom that I need to be for my precious gifts. I thought this conference would help me understand more of what my Heavenly Father expects of me and how to start but nope, He is full of surprises.

Here are some things that I learned.

• Awaken in my duties - Sometimes  I find that I am doing what I feel is right but not really excelling or pushing myself to achieve what I am fully capable of. I have so many opportunities to serve those that surround me and to make a difference in a variety of ways.  I need to strengthen myself so I can be an example to my family. I have to improve myself in order to accomplish what is needed of me.

• Never Alone - I come from a large family, I have never physically been alone but I have been alone. I learned that there are people around me that may be feeling alone and that I can help them by small and simple things. I know that my Savior, Jesus Christ, is always there for me for the good times and the bad times. I have seen and felt his presence in my own life I have the opportunity to bring that same comfort and joy into others lives.

• Purpose of Family - Henry B. Eyring, spoke about what the purpose of Relief Society is but it my mind it came across as what is the purpose of family. Cherish, Watch, Comfort, Learn and Teach each other. That was really powerful to me, gave me more of an understanding of what I am expected to do in my own home. Not exactly sure how I am going to accomplish that yet but it will come. I think that it might come down to doing what needs to be done, especially when opportunities comes at inconvenient times. This shall be interesting as time unfolds.....

I have alot to do, no surprise there. If only I knew where to start. I guess the best way to start is to just put one foot out and see what happens from there. A little leap of faith goes a long way.

If you would like you can watch the broadcast at this link here........
http://www.lds.org/broadcasts/archive/general-relief-society-meeting/2012/09?lang=eng