tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-65183925525123502802012-01-19T07:23:18.458-08:00In Matthew 7:20, Christ says "..by their fruits ye shall know them." It is my goal to share with others some of the "fruits" of local members of the Cypress CA Stake of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.Vickie Wagstaffnoreply@blogger.comBlogger811100tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6518392552512350280.post-17931267237773098072012-01-18T14:21:00.000-08:002012-01-18T14:25:59.778-08:00

Join us as we listen to popular speaker and therapist, Dr. Craig Georgianna, speak on the topic of 'Strengthening Your Marital Relationship'. This Fireside chat is open to the public and an excellent opportunity to invite family and friends.This event will be held on Sunday, February 5, 2012 at 7:00 p.m. At the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, 7600 Crescent Ave. Buena Park, CA

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The Cypress Stake Family Preparedness committee is presenting a series of lectures to help you and your family learn how to cope with the trying times in which we live. We encourage you to invite your friends and nieghbors to attend this exciting and insightful meeting. Lunch will be served after the lectures during a Q&A session, please use the links below to register and RSVP. ARE YOU READY?In

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Newsroom link to youtube videos from President Uchtdorf's address.The world needs builders, not destroyers, President Dieter F. Uchtdorf, second counselor in the First Presidency of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, told 800 community, business and religious leaders attending the Los Angeles World Affairs Council on 26 May 2011.

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Apr 30, 2011 3rd Annual Mormon Helping Hands Day of Service“What are you doing?” was the question of the day this past Saturday as 165 local members of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints joined together to provide service in the communities of Buena Park and Cypress. This group was part of an estimated 45,000 Helping Hands volunteers participating in a statewide day of service.

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Vickie Wagstaffnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6518392552512350280.post-22969634503722429452010-05-14T21:37:00.000-07:002010-05-14T21:48:50.397-07:00

The Cypress California Stake of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints is hosting a multi-stake women's conference on Saturday May 29th. The Guest Speaker is Brad Wilcox. Brother Wilcox is a much sought after speaker. He recently authored "The Continuous Atonement". For this conference, he will be focusing his remarks on the atonement of the Savior. Participants will receive a

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See if you can guess the right answer:• Which one of these forms of communication are LEAST likely to work after a disaster, Home Phone, Cell Phone, Internet, Amateur radio.• Do you know the only form of distant communication NOT necessarily tied to the electrical grid? • Do you know what the Government agencies turn to for clear, instant communications? • Do you know the form of communications

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Published in the Buena Park Independent, Friday May 14, 2010.

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On May 8, approximately 175 ‘Mormon Helping Hands’ volunteers from the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints joined together for park beautification projects throughout the city of Cypress. Eager volunteers from Buena Park, La Palma, Anaheim and Cypress met in Cypress at a local meeting house to receive park assignments. Mayor Prakash Narain, M.D. presented volunteers a certificate of

Vickie Wagstaffnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6518392552512350280.post-18870376159757894142010-05-08T17:38:00.000-07:002010-05-14T21:57:17.926-07:00

Thanks to all of our GREAT volunteers for their efforts today in cleaning up parks in the city of Cypress. Here are the pictures taken today of our Stake volunteers. I would like to thank our volunteer photographers: Maddy Givens, Ed Morrow, Warren Walker and Rebecca Mauss!

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In a typical track house back yard on a Saturday in April, something remarkable was happening. Sherry Jones, an avid gardener for more than thirty years, opened her backyard vegetable garden to the community. It was a picture perfect spring day.In an effort to help guide others, she called her open garden, “Gardening 101, Gardening Delights.” We enjoyed a tour of her vegetable garden with her

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Looking for a great volunteer opportunity for your family (including little ones)? Then join us Saturday, May 8, 2010 for a coordinated state-wide event to clean up California's parks. In Cypress we will be doing trash pick up in local parks. Join us at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints meeting house(5151 Orange Ave. Cypress)at 9:00 am. Local Church leaders have arranged for a

Vickie Wagstaffnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6518392552512350280.post-43699759213483014922010-01-26T21:59:00.000-08:002010-01-26T22:36:27.265-08:00

It was just a little over a week ago that Cypress Pops Orchestra director, Steve Charpie contacted the President of the Cypress California Stake of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints about a benefit concert. With the possibility of rain, the orchestra needed an indoor venue to perform and the LDS Church was more than happy to help out.The 50 member orchestra performed to a crowd of

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Published Jan 22, 2010 - Cypress Event

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Published Jan 21, 2010 OC Register Online

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The boys are, from left to right: Jared Watts, Garrett Mickelson, Matthew “Mac” Walker, Charles “Chas” Bond, Kirby Shields, Joe Astle, Shawn Hansen, Jon AyacheOn January 2, 2010 proud parents, families and friends gathered to recognize 8 young men in the Cypress Stake as they achieved the rank of Eagle Scout.Cypress Mayor Prakash Narain presented certificates of recognition to each young man as

Vickie Wagstaffnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6518392552512350280.post-7781398683376604942009-11-17T21:56:00.000-08:002009-11-17T22:27:59.929-08:00

You are invited to bring in the Christmas season with the photography exhibition of "Another Testament, Reflections of Christ," by Mark Mabry. 'Another Testament' is the companion exhibit to the Reflections of Christ exhibit that was presented last year. Together these two exhibits beautifully showcase what Latter-day Saints believe about the Savior of the World. This exciting photgraphic

Vickie Wagstaffnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6518392552512350280.post-62711392130531902092009-11-17T07:03:00.000-08:002009-11-19T06:46:06.191-08:00

Cypress Park resident, Georgette Marini is an active Senior who loves to knit. She donates her time and talent toward World Wide Humanitarian efforts. Newborn babies around the world will receive needed warmth from the hats she has created. When asked by a neighbor if she would like to help with a project, she accepted the challenge and within one month she presented 30 knitted newborn hats to

Vickie Wagstaffnoreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6518392552512350280.post-51905650192464068642009-11-17T06:17:00.000-08:002009-11-17T06:22:59.989-08:00

Hundreds of Boy Scouts and Girl Scouts collected food donations from thousands of Orange County residents. This an ambitious volunteer door-to-door project and canvassing for food contributions in front of local Albertsons Grocery stores in the neighborhood. After leaving shopping bags at neighborhood doorsteps, young boys and girls from numerous dens and troops returned to collect and

Vickie Wagstaffnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6518392552512350280.post-85605833337651274982009-11-01T06:23:00.000-08:002009-11-17T18:19:13.314-08:00

Jerry O'Malley, of Cypress, has been named a bishop of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. He will serve as the spiritual leader of the Cypress 1st Ward in the Cypress California Stake. Local Church membership totals approximately 3,000 while worldwide Church membership is over 13 million.Like all leaders in the Church, Bishop O'Malley will serve voluntarily and without pay.

Vickie Wagstaffnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6518392552512350280.post-6314757716712784522009-08-29T18:51:00.000-07:002009-08-29T19:00:47.346-07:00

Mormons prepared for hard economic times...Did you read this online article? If not, copy and paste the link below into the 'address' line of your browser. Share your thoughts with the writer (her email is noted at the end of the story)....and log into the OCRegister.com to post your own comments....Remember "Every Member a Conversationalist"!http://www.ocregister.com/articles/

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Each year on July 24, Mormons all around the world commemorate the arrival of the first company of Mormon pioneers to the Salt Lake Valley in 1847. The celebrations honor the sacrifice of tens of thousands of pioneers. On July 24, the Cypress Stake of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints held ‘Pioneer Days ‘09’ at Holder Elementary School. Members dressed up in pioneer clothes and

Vickie Wagstaffnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6518392552512350280.post-47725798359222615722009-06-07T21:20:00.000-07:002009-07-28T22:21:52.929-07:00

The graduating Seminary class of 2009 participated in a commencement ceremony Sunday evening, closing out our Stake Conference weekend.Brother Russell in his address to the audience quoted Senator Orin Hatch who said: "There is a reason these ceremonies are called 'commencements'. Graduation is not the end, but the beginning."After accepting the class of 2009, President Wynder left them with the

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Cypress resident of 23 years, Rick Nitta, has been named Bishop in The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. He will serve as the spiritual leader of the Cypress Park Ward in the Cypress California Stake. This local congregation consists of young single adults from surrounding areas. Local Church membership totals approximately 3,000, while worldwide Church membership has over 13

Vickie Wagstaffnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6518392552512350280.post-76969657549153253912009-04-25T20:57:00.000-07:002009-04-25T21:04:59.509-07:00

1st Annual Mormon Helping Hands Day of Service (April 25, 2009) - SlideshowMembers of the Cypress CA Stake participated in the 1st Annual Mormon Helping Hands Day of Service. Wards within the Stake selected projects for their members to participate in on this day. The Buena Park Ward volunteered to help out the BP Parks and Recreation department with various activities around the city,

Vickie Wagstaffnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6518392552512350280.post-66148160484421638882009-04-20T18:04:00.000-07:002009-04-20T18:10:00.090-07:00

The Cypress California Stake of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints hosted a Women’s Conference on Saturday for women from Cypress, Garden Grove and Cerritos. The keynote speaker was Camille Fronk Olson, author and associate professor of ancient scripture at Brigham Young University in Provo Utah. The conference theme was ‘Women in the Scriptures’.Mrs. Olson shared that she once

Vickie Wagstaffnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6518392552512350280.post-67007472041899324942008-12-16T05:32:00.000-08:002008-12-16T05:37:59.688-08:00

“When you think of being a photographer, images of working for Vogue, Vanity Fair or Sports Illustrated comes to mind”. So began the discussion with Mesa Arizona photographer, Mark Mabry as he addressed a group of approximately 80 local students ranging in age from 12 – 18 from the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Students met at 6:00 a.m. to listen to Mark’s story.Mark studied at

Vickie Wagstaffnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6518392552512350280.post-11801043360232053652008-11-03T11:30:00.000-08:002008-11-03T11:11:25.503-08:00

Coming to the Cypress CA Stake in December is 'Reflections of Christ'. A traveling fine art photography exhibit. This event will run from December 5 - 9th at the Cypress Stake Center. For a preview, check out their website.Reflections of Christ.org

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To the Families of the Cypress Stake: Can you believe that another year is rapidly drawing to a close! We invite you, your family, your friends, neighbors, and guests to participate in the Cypress Stake Christmas programs and activities. This year, we will have the added pleasure of hosting the only Southern California visit of Mark Mabry's magnificent exhibition entitled "Reflections of Christ,

Vickie Wagstaffnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6518392552512350280.post-90785084631557497642008-11-01T07:59:00.000-07:002008-11-14T08:02:41.110-08:00

Coining a phrase used by Pack 295 on a flyer, Hundreds of Scouts from Orange County Council basically spread the seeds of kindness this month by participating in the recent annual Orange County Council, Boy Scouts of America Scouting for Food event. According to Cecelia York this years food drive was exceptionally successful considering all the economic pressures and the focused attention on

Vickie Wagstaffnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6518392552512350280.post-38021013397103275602008-10-20T20:34:00.000-07:002008-10-20T20:40:07.459-07:00

The Orange County Mormon Choral Organization announces the opening of its second season beginning in September 2008.OCMCO's opening concert, All the Bells on Earth Shall Ring, will take place on December 3, 2008 at 7:30 p.m. at the Orange County Performing Arts Center. Tickets will go on sale October 1 and may be purchased from the OCPAC Box Office, 714-556-2787, or at http://www.ocpac.org/The

Vickie Wagstaffnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6518392552512350280.post-41461644314780388682008-10-20T20:14:00.000-07:002008-10-20T20:22:46.244-07:00

Save the date, Sunday Nov. 16, for the Annual Interfaith Choir Festival. Seven choirs and speakers from many faiths will give you a lift for the Thanksgiving holidays. John Alexander, conductor of the famed Pacific Chorale, will lead the cominbed choirs of 300 voices in the finale!There is no charge, however non-perishable food donations are being collected by Second Harvest to give to the

Vickie Wagstaffnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6518392552512350280.post-84481886890746350952008-10-10T20:12:00.000-07:002008-10-20T20:23:02.414-07:00

If you haven't done so already, please take a moment to express your gratitude to our local cable carriers for providing conference broadcasts earlier this month. Address to local provides are shown below:Time Warner Cable—for all areas write to: John BorackManager of Corporate RelationsTime Warner Cable7441 Chapman AvenueGarden Grove, CA 92841john.borack@twcable.com Cox Communications—for all

Vickie Wagstaffnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6518392552512350280.post-78214334299233725122008-08-12T17:06:00.000-07:002008-08-12T17:12:29.557-07:00

This is a wonderful TV interview with Palos Verdes Stake President Maurice Lam, dealing with fundamentals of the Church. Select the link below to access the interview.http://video.google.com/videoplay?docid=-1036384947656483873

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To further our common objectives of understanding and appreciating our two separate faiths, Mariners Church has again invited their Mormon neighbors to join hands for an Evening Of Mormon/Evangelical Conversation on Sunday, August 24, at 7 pm. Last May 2007 over half of the spacious new Mariners Worship Center was filled with about equal numbers of LDS and Evangelical as active guests. BYU

Vickie Wagstaffnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6518392552512350280.post-19743319601601750142008-08-05T07:44:00.000-07:002008-08-06T07:49:01.184-07:00

Forget the talk about being prepared for the ‘big one’, what about the ‘small’ one? Immediately following the recent 5.4 earthquake centered in Chino hills, many were unable to communicate with loved ones via their cell phones. This was due to overloaded circuits. During a recent emergency preparedness seminar hosted by Kory Mikesell of Frost CPR, participants learned some interesting facts

Vickie Wagstaffnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6518392552512350280.post-58474764834989077852008-06-25T07:54:00.000-07:002008-06-25T07:56:46.605-07:00

Cypress 2nd Ward members join together for a morning of service at the Cypress Nature Walk. Organized by The Church of Jesus Christ of latter-day Saints and under the direction of the Cypress City Parks and Recreation Department, local members trimmed old brush and picked up debris that amounted to 21 trash bags, in preparation for future events at the park.

Vickie Wagstaffnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6518392552512350280.post-28142965617117630762008-06-15T22:34:00.001-07:002008-06-15T22:43:41.997-07:00

Posting Under Construction Left to right: Ogal Claspell (Second Counselor), Bishop Jenks, Kenneth Mackay (First Counselor)

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Wayne Wooten of Cypress has been named a bishop of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. He will serve as the spiritual leader of the Cypress 5th congregation in the Cypress California Stake. Local Church membership totals approximately 3,000, while worldwide Church membership is nearly 13 million.Like all leaders in the church, Wayne will serve voluntarily and without pay. For the

Vickie Wagstaffnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6518392552512350280.post-87324286405337880162008-06-15T22:30:00.001-07:002008-06-15T22:32:18.693-07:00

This article is under construction

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Robert Redding, of Buena Park, has been named a bishop of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. He will serve as the spiritual leader of the Buena Park Ward in the Cypress California Stake. Local Church membership totals approximately 3,000, while worldwide Church membership is nearly 13 million.Like all leaders in the church, Robert Redding will serve voluntarily and without pay.

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If you aren't concerned about emergency preparedness these days, you aren't watching the news! Stories about earthquakes, wild weather, rising gas and food prices are a few of the topics covered by local news agencies - DAILY. One thing these items all have in common is a need to be prepared. Here in Southern California we have always lived under the possible threat of earthquakes. We seem to

Vickie Wagstaffnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6518392552512350280.post-43938742269238403732008-06-02T10:46:00.000-07:002008-05-27T10:50:06.920-07:00

What would prompt an overweight middle aged woman and her young adult son to run for 13.5 miles? Local Cypress residents Jonathan Walker and Camie Walker are training to do just that! Three years ago, Jonny discovered he had the disease Crohn’s while he was on a mission for the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints. Since then, his life has been one of hospital visits, infusions, and

Vickie Wagstaffnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6518392552512350280.post-9998807068732854932008-06-01T07:33:00.000-07:002008-04-22T07:37:11.203-07:00

THE CHURCH OFJESUS CHRISTOF LATTER-DAY SAINTSCYPRESS CALIFORNIA STAKETo the Families of the Cypress Stake: We extend to you our love and greetings! We invite you, your family, your friends, neighbors, and guests to participate in Stake Conference, including our “Stake Days in the Newport Beach Temple.” Over the weekend of May 29, 30, 31 & June 1, 2008, we will focus on the conference theme: “

Vickie Wagstaffnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6518392552512350280.post-34833631933052101232008-05-30T07:26:00.000-07:002008-04-22T07:32:00.682-07:00

Vickie Wagstaffnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6518392552512350280.post-61347109169360993002008-05-16T12:42:00.000-07:002008-05-31T15:47:00.666-07:00

"It's not often you'll see an eagle at the pulpit" remarked Brad Smith as he addressed 10 young men and their guests at a recent Boy Scout Eagle Court of Honor. Mr. Smith wasn't referring to two-legged Eagle Scouts, but an actual eagle! As part of the evening's ceremony, a discussion on the characteristics of the eagle was conducted by certified Falconer, Gary Boberg. When a young eagle was found

Vickie Wagstaffnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6518392552512350280.post-76274770013620338202008-05-02T07:20:00.000-07:002008-04-22T07:26:32.374-07:00

Vickie Wagstaffnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6518392552512350280.post-81358829732933325772008-04-26T07:09:00.000-07:002008-04-22T07:19:38.686-07:00

Vickie Wagstaffnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6518392552512350280.post-89094697683717869642008-04-26T02:43:00.000-07:002008-05-10T22:35:43.152-07:00

For First Time Ever, Annual Event Offers Classes for Researching Chinese and Korean AncestryThe 2008 Orange Family History Fair – the leading event of its kind in the county -- is slated for Saturday, April 26, 2008, from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. The annual fair provides family history classes and other resources to the public at no cost. It is hosted by the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (

Vickie Wagstaffnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6518392552512350280.post-36314002211549238652008-04-23T02:06:00.000-07:002008-04-08T02:52:44.955-07:00

The Anaheim Mormon Chorale has been invited to join with other select community, college, and church choirs to perform as members of Pacific Chorale's American Festival Chorus. Thirty members of the Anaheim Mormon Chorale will participate in this wonderful cultural event on Wednesday evening, April 23, 2008, 7:00 PM, in the Renee and Henry Segerstrom Concert Hall.The concert is FREE and open to

Vickie Wagstaffnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6518392552512350280.post-46252455654631284312008-04-19T06:25:00.000-07:002008-04-08T02:53:14.065-07:00

Volunteer DayApril 19, 2008City of Buena Park Recreation and Parks:1. 10 – 15 people to clean up the community gardens at Thelma and Knott Ave. Individuals will need gardening tools, work gloves, eye protection, and water (snacks, hats, sun screen, and other items for sunny weather recommended). [Ideal for children (ages 9 – 17) and Adults] 2. 10 – 15 people to do graffiti paint-out. These

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For larger picture, select image. All members and friends are invited to this lecture. There is no charge. Come early for best seating!

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Author and mother, Pamela Hansen, addressed local area women on Wednesday night (4/10/08) regarding some of life's challenges, comparing life to a marathon and how at times we run with angels.Pam is a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and currently resides in Utah, but she is actually a California girl, having been born in Long Beach California. Pam has had her share of

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The LA Times has published an article titled: "U.S. Muslims and Mormons share deepening ties". If you didn't see it on page 1 of the California Section, read what was published on the link below.LA Times Article LinkIf you like what you see and want to compliment the reporter, please send him and/or his editor a note at:Reporter: david.haldane@latimes.comEditor: Letters to Editor

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Author Mel Bartholomew entertained and educated his audience on Saturday evening, with stories from his years of gardening experience. After the lecture there were displays to view and a chance to speak with Mel. Below are pictures from that evening. Earlier in the week, Mel visited with Sherry and Darrel Jones (C4) in their backyard. Mel was impressed with their square food garden! Check it

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No weeding, no digging, no tilling, no kidding! Come and meet Mel Bartholomew in person and learn how to grow more in less space! Mel Bartholomew, a prominent engineer, is the author of the largest selling gardening book in America, "Square Foot Gardening". Mel developed a unique system for gardening that allows you to grow all you want in 20% of the space of a conventional garden. His method

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The Orange County Council of the Boy Scouts of America recently presented the Silver Beaver Award for 2007 to Edward Morrow, a 1974 graduate of the University of Wyoming, in recognition of his meritorious service to Youth in the community. Morrow started his Scouting service as a boy in 1960 when he resided with his parents Lt. Col. and MRs. Morrow in Europe and is now serving the

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"Savior of the World: His Birth and Resurrection" is a powerful testimony of the Lord Jesus Christ. Through music and drama, the production recounts the historical events leading up to the birth of the Messiah and the events following His glorious Resurrection. During this Easter season, Savior of the World provides a meaningful opportunity for all to remember His birth and resurrection and renew

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To Members of the Orange County Community:You are invited to an Easter concert performed by the Orange County Mormon Choral Organization (OCMCO), That Easter Morn: Commemorating the Resurrection of Christ. It will be on Friday March 21, 2008 at 7:30 pm in the new Renée and Henry Segerstrom Concert Hall at the Orange County Performing Arts center. This is a fantastic opportunity to attend and to

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CAMPAIGN FOR CARE celebrated upcoming Black History Month and honored the life of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. on January 21st, 2008, by distributing 125 hand-tied fleece blankets, 140 rain ponchos, and a variety of soaps, shampoos, lotions, toothbrushes and toothpaste to the homeless children and adults sleeping on the streets of Skid Row in Los Angeles. Landell Elementary School PTA generously

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“Discover your Roots,” the 6th annual conference focusing on African American genealogy, will be held March 15 in Los Angeles. The keynote speaker will be Darius Gray, who participated in the PBS family history series, “Ancestors.”“Among genealogists, Mr. Gray is known for his successful efforts to assist with African American genealogy research,” said Judy Pickett, a Pasadena resident and

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Jordon D. Reed, 18, the son of Derek and Tracy Reed, earned the rank of Eagle Scout. He directed a project to sand, prime, paint and seal five large picnic tables and a plank as well as thirty student chairs in the Good Shepherd Preschool in his community. After over 127 hours of service provided by 35 volunteers, the Preschool director congratulated Reed for a job well done and expressed

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On any given day, you can find Ed Morrow involved in some type of Scouting activity. It is this dedication that prompted the Orange County Council of the Boy Scouts of America (BSA) to notified him that he would receive the Silver Beaver Award for meritorious service to the youth in the community. The Silver Beaver Award is one of five distinguished service awards. Recipients must be a

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It was a perfect night for a discussion on water. It was coming down in buckets. But it wasn't the rain that Kory Mikesell wanted to discuss. It was water storage, as in the case of an emergency. Emergencies are Kory's business. He specializes in disaster recovery and preparedness. Along with being employed in this field, he is the Family Preparedness Chairman for local congregations of The

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The Mormon Studies Council and the Claremont School of Religion present:Truman Madsen “Mormonism and Philosophy”Truman Madsen, professor of philosophy, emeritus, Brigham Young University is the author of numerous books and articles including Eternal Man, Joseph Smith the Prophet, and Defender of the Faith: The B. H. Roberts Story, along with his Harvard Ph.D dissertation “A Philosophical

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Rob Farrer, of La Palma, has been named a bishop of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. He will serve as the spiritual leader of the Cypress 2nd Ward in the California Cypress Stake. Local Church membership totals approximately 3,000, while worldwide Church membership is nearly 13 million. Like all leaders in the church, Rob Farrer will serve voluntarily and without pay during the

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Every year the Boy Scouts of Troop 1666 have a fundraiser or two or three. One of those fundraisers is an annual luau with a roasted pig. This year, it had special meaning to the members of the troop as it assisted them in fulfilling their goal of attending CAMP PUPUKEA a Boy Scout Camp On the North Shore of Oahu!In past years the boys would head off to the mountains for Boy Scout Camp, but

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Steven Jankovich, of Buena Park, has been named a bishop of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. He will serve as the spiritual leader of the Cypress 4th Ward in the California Cypress Stake. Local Church membership totals approximately 3,000, while worldwide Church membership is nearly 13 million.Like all leaders in the church, Steven Jankovich will serve voluntarily and without

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Each year tens of thousands of young persons from across the country and world compete to qualify for the AMA (American Motorcycle Association) Air Nautiques Motocross Championship at the legendry Loretta Lynn’s Ranch in scenic Hurricane Mills, Tennessee. This race is the premiere amateur national in the United States and is the proving grounds for America’s future professional Supercross and

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What do McDonalds, Pat and Oscar’s and Buena Park members of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints have in common? A warm place in their hearts of the Ronald McDonald House in Orange.Local families of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints recently reached out to support the Ronald McDonald House, located near CHOC hospital. They donated 88 fleece blankets and other needed

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Joyce Gill, a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in Buena Park, has given free dance classes since 1992 to students who promise they will serve others through the skills they acquire. On June 9, 2007 at 2:00 p.m. students will be performing in their annual dance recital. Swing and Tahitian dancing will be featured, along with plenty of toe tapping hits from the 40's.

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Savanna High School student, Rebekah Wolfgramm, recently returned from a trip to the California State Capital. She was there with 200 future leaders attending Advocacy Days. Already a very busy girl with her straight A studies, captain of the girls volley ball team, and serving in The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day saints as second counselor in her age-group class, Rebekah jumped at this

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Recently citizens from a local Church and from UC Irvine gathered at local parks and to Buena Park Community Gardens to paint-out graffiti, and repaint clubhouses at Larwin Park and Brenner Park. Fifteen members of the local Buena Park Ward members of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints also worked along side City workers clearing away weeds and overgrown bushes in and around

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Ralph Smith who will be celebrating his ninety-fifth birthday on May third still has a keen interest in the sport of golf. When visiting in his Buena Park home, where he has lived for twenty-six years, one sees magazines such as: “Pebble each”, “Fore” and “Directory of Golf – 2007” gracing his coffee table. For eighty years Ralph has been involved in golf in one way or another. He started in

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Say the words ‘emergency preparedness’ and the first thing to pop into your mind is probably ‘earthquakes’. However, in today’s ever changing world, emergency preparedness is about a whole lot more than earthquakes. “Preparedness is a topic that most people have a passion to avoid”, states Bob Shaw, a member of the local Family Preparedness Committee, for the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day

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