Copperview 7th Ward
Mission Plan
2023 Ward Mission Goals
We plan to acomplish OUR goal by:
2023 Goals:
Strengthen our ward by;
Relief Society
Elders Quorum
Young Men
Young Women
Primary
Sunday School
Bishopric
Missionaries / Ward Mission
Ward Council
President David O McKay taught that every Latter-day Saint should be involved in missionary work. Being a missionary does not require an official calling, setting apart, or a black name badge. Rather, EVERY member in His church is a missionary. President McKay preached that “The responsibility rests upon the membership of the Church to preach the restored gospel to every nation, kindred, tongue and people.” In Matthew 5:14-16 we read, “Ye are the light of the world. A city that is set on a hill cannot be hid. Neither do men light a candle, and put it under a bushel, but on a candlestick; and it giveth light unto all that are in the house. Let your light so shine before men, that they may see your good works, and glorify your father which is in heaven.” As members of the Copperview 7th ward, WE can be the light of the world. WE can live such that those who interact with us want to glorify our heavenly father. WE can be missionaries as we strive to bring the His Gospel to the world at all times, in all things, and all places.
In the April 2022 general conference, Elder Gary E. Stevenson shared a beautiful message concerning missionary work in his talk titled “Love, Share, Invite”. As Christ’s disciples we have been commissioned with the sacred and solemn opportunity to bring the Gospel of Jesus Christ to the world. While this commission may seem overwhelming, Elder Stevenson declares that through “simple, easily understandable principles taught to each of us from childhood: love, share, and invite” we can “take part in that great and glorious work that prepares the earth for the return of its Messiah”. We invite you to listen to his address below to better understand the importance of these three principles as they pertain to the literal gathering of Israel. Below we have also included pertinent scriptures, conference talks, and videos that you and your family can view as you strive to share the His Gospel through the principles of love, share, and invite.
Love, Share, Invite, by Elder Gary E. Stevenson
The first step in being a disciple of Jesus Christ is to love. In Mathew 22:36-39, we read, "Master, which is the great commandment in the law? Jesus said unto him, Thou shalt love the Lord thy God with all they heart, and with all they should, and with all thy mind. This is the first and great commandment. And the second is like unto it, Thou shalt love thy neighbor as thyself". In the October 2021 general conference, Elder Ulisses Soares teaches of Christ's Abiding Compassion. In his talk, he reminds us that the expression of compassion for others is the essence of the gospel of Jesus Christ. As we strive to love our brothers and sisters throughout our community, we come the missionaries our father in heaven is counting on us to become.
The Savior's Abiding Compassion, by Elder Ulisses Soares
https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/media/video/2021-10-1040-ulisses-soares?lang=eng
Sharing the gospel is fun! It does not require a PhD in Bible or Religious studies but rather a heartfelt testimony of what you know to be true in your heart through spiritual witnesses and assurance given by the Holy Ghost. In the April 2022 general conference, President Russell M. Nelson emphasized that “We have the sacred responsibility to share the power and peace of Jesus Christ with all who will listen”. Elder Cook stressed that “Our personal conversion includes the responsibility to share the gospel of Jesus Christ with the world”.
Preaching the Gospel of Peace, by President Russell M. Nelson
https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2022/04/11nelson?lang=eng
Conversion to the Will of God, by Elder Quentin L. Cook
https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2022/04/29cook?lang=eng
You may ask yourself WHAT do I share and HOW do I share it? We can share our basic beliefs regarding God the father, his Son Jesus Christ, and the restoration of His gospel through the prophet Joseph Smith and modern-day prophets. We can share answers to common questions, experiences with faith, experiences with scriptures, and principles of peace that our world so desperately needs. In the Gospel Library App click “Sharing the Gospel” then click “What to Share” to view over 70 different videos you can watch as you prepare to share the gospel with others. To assist you in your efforts, these short videos can easily be shared with friends and family via text message or email as shown below. If you use social media, don’t miss the opportunity to inspire others by sharing your beliefs through your messages and online content. Learn how to better share your light through social media by visiting the link below.
Share Online
https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/share/share-light-through-social-media?lang=eng
Inviting others to learn about the gospel of Jesus Christ is natural! It should be a normal part of everyday life for members of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. In the October 2021 general conference, Elder Stevenson emphasizes our divinely appointed responsibilities, namely “1. Living the gospel of Jesus Christ, 2. Caring for those in need, 3. Inviting all to receive the gospel, and 4. Uniting families for eternity”. In this address, he shares captivating story of a young man named Cleiton of Cape Verde who brought many people to the gospel of Jesus Christ through inviting others to learn about his beliefs.
Simply Beautiful-Beautifully Simple, by Elder Gary E. Stevenson
https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2021/10/29stevenson?lang=eng
You may ask yourself WHAT am I inviting others to do and HOW do I do that? An important part of inviting is asking direct questions. In preach my gospel, we learn that “An invitation often takes the form of a ‘will you’ question, which requires a yes or no response. Invitations should be specific, direct, and clear. They invite or lead people to decide on a course of action. They require them to make a commitment and to exercise active faith in the principles you have taught them”. Don’t be afraid to promise people blessings, bear testimony, and follow up. In the Gospel Library App click “Sharing the Gospel” then click “How to Share” to view several different short videos showing examples of members inviting others to “Come and See”, “Come and Help”, and to “Come and Stay”.
BLESSINGS
As we strive to fulfill our commission to bring the Gospel of Jesus Christ to the world we will be blessed. In D&C we read, “For behold the field is white already to harvest; and lo, he that thrusted in his sickle with his might, the same layeth up I store that he perisheth not, but bringeth salvation to his soul.” In the April 2022 general conference, President M. Russell Ballard promises that the Lord “make an instrument of thee in [his] hands unto the salvation of many souls” and that “missionary service will forever bless your life”. As the Copperview 7th ward, we have the opportunity to see these blessings as we bring the His gospel to the world through the principles of loves, share, and invite.
Missionary Service Blessed My Life Forever, by President M. Russell Ballard
https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2022/04/12ballard?lang=eng
July
Share a church link on social media AND follow up with those that like and comment!
August
The Ward Council would like to challenge your family to:
Share your personal Family Tree, Fan Chart, My family Book, or Familysearch.org with a non-member or less active friend, family member, or acquaintance. Explain why Family History work is important and valuable to you.
September
The Ward Council would like to challenge your family to:
Perform several Random Acts of kindness. Ideas include:
Writing a kind note or email
Visit someone in need
Give a smile and hello to a neighbor
Helping with yard work
OR
Log onto Just Serve Website and look for a project your family can help with:
Be creative!
You know what your non-member friends, family and acquaintances need.
October
The Ward Council would like to challenge your family to:
Write your testimony in a Book of Mormon, and prayerfully consider whom to give it. Then, gift the Book of Mormon and share why the book is special to you. Share this missionary experience in fast and testimony meeting.
The Ward Council would like to challenge your family to do one of the following:
December
The Ward Council would like to challenge your family to:
Invite a non-member or less-active friend, family member, or acquaintance to the Christmas Nativity Creche Exhibit or the Ward Christmas Party.
JANUARY
The Ward Council would like to challenge your family to:
Pray daily for missionary opportunities to come into your life, then act on the promptings and opportunities that will be presented to you (both small and large). Make sure to inform the missionaries of your success!!
Also, write a message of love and support to one of our Full Time Missionaries serving from the Copperview 7th Ward.
February
The Ward Council would like to challenge your family to:
Share an online "Mormon Message" or other church video with a non-member or less active friend, family member, or acquaintance. Or even share it to all your friends through Facebook and follow up with those that "Like" or comment on the feed.
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March
The Ward Council would like to challenge your family to:
March
The Ward Council would like to challenge your family to:
Share your testimony of Christ's Resurrection with a non-member or less active friend, family member or acquaintance.
Share this video:
May
The Ward Council would like to challenge your family to:
Share your favorite General Conference talk (from April) with a non member or less active friend, family member, or acquaintance. Tell them what inspired you about the talk, or why it impacted your life. Share your testimony of modern day prophets and apostles. Report to the missionaries of your experience. SHAREABLE VIDEO
June
The Ward Council would like to challenge your family to:
Invite a non-member or less-active friend, family member, or acquaintance to your home for family home evening. Allow them the chance to feel the spirit that accompanies family and the Gospel.
“We counsel parents and children to give highest priority to family prayer, family home evening, gospel study and instruction, and wholesome family activities. However worthy and appropriate other demands or activities may be, they must not be permitted to displace the divinely-appointed duties that only parents and families can adequately perform.” First Presidency letter, Feb. 11, 1999.