Dear Senior Ward Members,

Our Syracuse Bluff Stake membership has always been committed to service in the Church. This letter is to let you know that we as your stake presidency love and appreciate all of your dedicated efforts to bring the gospel of Jesus Christ into the lives of all of God’s children.

This portion of your ward’s webpage is dedicated to educate, inform, and encourage those who wish to find out more about the varied missionary opportunities that we can choose from. The webpage contains all current Senior Service opportunities in our region. There are also some Full-Time Senior Missionary opportunities listed. If you have any questions, please feel free to contact our Stake Service and Senior Missionary Specialists:

Brother Joe Driggs (801) 725 - 1966 Sister Robin Driggs (801) 510 – 1489

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Also check the link to the Senior Missionary website: https://seniormissionary.churchofjesuschrist.org/srsite/?lang=eng

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Senior Service Missions are for members who are at least 26 years old. These missionaries serve from home. Applications are filled out by individual members and generally are considered “part time.” Each of the Service missions have a contact number for an “Area Operations” missionary who you should contact if you have questions or are interested in a mission under their direction. If you find a mission that you feel inclined to serve, they will provide you with a “position number” that you then can use on your application. This will expedite the process. You can contact the Area Operations Missionary before you contact your bishop regarding your service.

Senior Full Time Missions are for members who are at least 40 years of age. These applicants serve away from home, and can be filled by married couples, single sisters or single brothers. They can serve from 6 to 24 months. Applicants also need to file a medical form from their medical providers. This process (medical) may take a considerable amount of time. Specific contact information accompanies each panel.

We thank all of our senior members who are serving, have served, or are committed to serve in the future.

Remember this declaration from President Nelson:

“The Lord is hastening His work to gather Israel. That gathering is the most important thing taking place on earth today. Nothing else compares in magnitude, nothing else compares in importance, nothing else compares in majesty”

Russell M. Nelson and Wendy W. Nelson, “Hope of Israel” [worldwide youth devotional, June 3, 2018].

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The Syracuse Utah Bluff Stake Presidency,

Gary Westbroek

John Hawker

Justin Metcalfe

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• Our purpose is to help others come unto Christ by serving them as the Savior would.

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• We serve voluntarily in charitable organizations, Church functions, and within the community.

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• We will minister in His name to the one, just as He did, expressing His loving kindness.

What is the Senior Service Missionary Purpose?

Senior Missionary Service

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How can “I” or “WE” serve?

Senior Missionary portal:

https://seniormissionary.churchofjesuschrist.org/srsite/?lang=eng

SERVICE MISSIONS

VIRTUAL RECORDS OPERATIONS CENTER (VROC) Family History Department Mission

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WHAT I MIGHT YOU BE DOING YOU ASK?

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A Virtual Records Operation Center (VROC) missionary will have the opportunity to participate in multiple activities that support the purpose of FamilySearch which is to enable inspiring journeys that bring joy to all people as they discover, gather, and connect their family—past, present, and future.

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There are a variety of activities within the VROC. Participation depends on skill, desire, and needs.

Specialty training in areas of focus, which are:

• Building the Family Tree

• Creation of Searchable Records

• Improvement of Searchable Records

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As a VROC missionary, you will be assigned to a group which will facilitate training, devotionals, and connections with other missionaries.

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Who: Couples, Senior Sisters, Senior Elders

Service Type: Service Missionary

Locations: Home

Physical Requirement: Sit and use the computer for 2 hours at a time. Clearly hear and understand patrons over the telephone. Read small to medium font size on a computer screen. Use a computer keyboard to write formal responses on behalf of the Church. Exercise patience and professionalism when dealing with difficult people, ambiguity, and change.

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Qualifications:

VROC Missionaries are temple-worthy and will need-

• A home desk-or laptop computer (minimum Windows 10 or Mac OS 12) and internet connection

• Intermediate computer skills (including spreadsheets, email attachments) 

• Problem-solving skills 

• Good communication skills, both written and verbal

• A willingness to work on a team 

• Familiarity with FamilySearch is helpful but not a requirement

• Smart phone for 2-step Okta verification

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Contacts:

Virtual Records Operations Center (VROC)

801-376-6842 Pauline Smith

801-578-5692 Michelle Jensen, Assist.

801-353-3971 Catherine Lambson

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Seminaries and Institutes Missionary Online Instructor

The primary role of the online institute service missionary is to help students achieve the Objective of Seminaries and Institutes through the online learning experience. Online teachers accomplish this by facilitating an online course and ministering to students. The primary tools used for online institute are Canvas and the area’s preferred video conferencing software, which gives a service missionary the ability to serve from home (remotely).

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Responsibilities

• Apply principles of Christlike teaching in the learning experience as found in Teaching in

the Savior’s Way; learning experiences should be Christ-centered,

Scripture-based learner-focused, and Spirit-directed.

• Facilitate the online Canvas course experience, following the “Guidelines for Successful

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Online Teaching

• Participate in regular inservice training meetings.
• Follow up on Seminaries and Institutes supervisor and student communications promptly.
• Prayerfully plan and deliver the learning experience for the weekly remote gathering.Prepare for the learning experience by diligently studying the scriptures, teachings of modern prophets, and the lesson materials.
• Explain, share, and testify of gospel doctrines and principles.
• Support learners to become successful in the online learning environment by regularly communicating with students, establishing course expectations, maintaining an active presence in the course, and so forth.

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What might you be doing you ask?

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• Foster an environment where learners feel safe and supported and where their contributions are valued.
• Track student attendance and course completion.

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Qualifications

• Be able to serve for a period of 12 to 24 months, or longer if extensions are granted.
• Have access to a computer with a webcam and stable internet service.
• Possess an outgoing, friendly, and pleasant demeanor and enjoy working with students.
• Be physically and emotionally capable of interacting with students.
• Be able to remain calm and communicative during stressful situations, with special consideration for instances when students may be dealing with physical, mental, or emotional challenges.
• Be able to follow direction and handle changes in policy and processes.
• Be comfortable using computers and computer applications, including email and the internet, and have a willingness to learn new computer programs and processes.
• Possess good verbal and written communication skills.
• Hold a current temple recommend.

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Contacts:

You will find application links here: https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/si/serve/online-instructor?lang=eng

Pathway Seminary & Institute (SAI)

Spencer Munyan

Logan, Utah

435-760-5264

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Ogden Adapted Needs Institute

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What might you be doing you ask?

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Purposes:

To help youth and young adults understand and rely on the teachings and Atonement of Jesus Christ, qualify for the blessings of the temple, and prepare themselves, their families, and others for eternal life with their Father in Heaven. This is accomplished working with Seminaries and Institute administrators by providing appropriate support to program attendees. This service missionary will help the Church fulfill its divinely appointed responsibility to help members live the gospel of Jesus Christ.

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Responsibilities:

Serve and bless the lives of students, through fellowship and mentoring.

Help plan and carry out program activities.

Provide operational support by developing a work plan or schedule of specific assigned tasks that need to be completed.

Communicate with the immediate supervisor on changes or completion of assigned/scheduled tasks.

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Qualifications:

Be able to serve for a period of 12 to 24 months.

Possess an outgoing, friendly, and pleasant demeanor and enjoy working with students.

Be physically and emotionally capable of interacting with students.

Be able to remain calm and communicative during stressful situations.

Able to follow direction and handle changes in policy and processes.

Good verbal and written communication skills.

Who: Couples

Service Type: Service Missionary

Location: Weber State Institute, Ogden Utah

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Weber State Institute

Contact:

Kirk Smith, Coordinator 801-626-1153 SmithKF@ChurchofJesusChrist.org

Scott Wilde (Weber State) 801-620-0035

Lynnea Harnataki, Secretary 801-830-4431

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OGDEN

TRANSITION SERVICES

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What might you be doing you ask?

Purposes:

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The Transitional Services Office is a great place to serve. We strive to follow Jesus Christ in the services we provide by embracing the two great commandments to love God and love our neighbors. We do this as we: Minister to temporal needs, build spiritual and temporal self-reliance and bless both givers and receivers. The Church has established several transitional service offices to assist priesthood leaders working with transient and homeless individuals. Missionaries serving provide guidance and information on government, church, and community resources to both leaders ministering and to individuals who are at risk or experiencing homelessness.

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Responsibilities:

Service missionaries assist with the daily operations of the Transitional Services Office including meeting with individuals to assess needs, provide services, counsel, and refer to potential church, government, and community resources leading to self-reliance.

Qualifications:

• Strong work ethic.
• Experience, qualifications or training in a counselling-related field is desirable

but not required.

• Willingness to serve and help others.
• Empathy, good communication skills, non-judgmental attitude and ability to work flexibly and well with others, especially those dealing with significant life challenges.
• Patience and persistence attitude free of judgement.
• Good communication skills.
• Intermediate computer and clerical skills.
• Willing to work under the direction of a manager and adhere to guidelines.
• Ability to work with little supervision and the ability to manage a flexible schedule.
• Regularly report to assigned Family Services manager
• Assist in the identification and engagement of community resources
• Assist with administrative, data collection and reporting tasks
• Attend coordination and training meetings
• Confidence in presenting in large groups or leading small groups.
• Service Missionaries must be temple worthy.
• Service Missionaries at the TSO serve from 8-24 hours per week.
• Service Missionaries at the TSO serve for 24 months.

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Ogden Transition Services Contact: Julie Erkelens 801-510-9186

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OGDEN-HARRISVILLE AND / OR

LAYTON FAMILY SERVICES

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What might you be doing you ask?

Purposes:

Family Services is a division of the Welfare and Self-Reliance Services Department. Family Services assists leaders to help members develop emotional self-reliance and overcome obstacles to making and keeping sacred covenants. Family Services offers resources that include self-help materials, education courses, support groups, crisis response, and counseling aligned with the teachings of Jesus Christ.

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Ogden-Harrisville Family Services

1525 Lincoln Ave, Ogden, UT 84404

Office Phone: 801-621-6510

Manager Contact:

Elder Todd Walker 801-710-9186

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Layton Family Services

930 W Hill Field Rd A, Layton, UT 84041

Office Phone: 801-336-3040

Manager Contact:

Tammy Clark 801-336-3040

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Responsibilities:

Based on your interests, experience, and abilities, and the needs of the office, the local Family Services manager will determine which of the following responsibilities will apply to your assignment (responsibilities may change during your assignment):

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• Serve as leaders in addiction recovery and family support group meetings
• Provide counseling to missionaries (for licensed mental health providers)
• Deliver structured educational classes and groups to diverse audiences (Emotional Resilience, Strengthening

Marriage, Strengthening the Family)

• Support emotional preparedness, response, and crisis recovery services and ministering to others in difficult times
• Assist leaders and members to be familiar with available Church resources and services
• Assist in the identification and engagement of community resources
• Assist with administrative, data collection and reporting tasks
• Attend coordination and training meetings
• Regularly report to assigned Family Services manager

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Qualifications:

• Experience, qualifications or training in a counselling-related field is desirable but not required.
• Knowledge of and ability to perform basic computer skills.
• Empathy, good communication skills, non-judgmental attitude and ability to work flexibly and well with others,

especially those dealing with significant life challenges.

• Confidence in presenting in large groups or leading small groups.
• Willingness to serve and help others.
• Willing to work under the direction of a manager and adhere to guidelines.
• Service missionaries must be temple worthy.

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myHometown

Ogden Listen, Love, Lift!

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At myHometown, we revitalize aging neighborhoods by refurbishing homes and buildings, renewing landscapes, and adding new educational opportunities through Community Resource Centers.

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“The My Hometown initiative, which began three years ago in West Valley, Utah, brings together local churches (including The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints) and corporate and public sponsors to organize neighbors and other resources to help meet needs. These include improving residential living conditions and maintaining access to available services and community information.”

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“We lift the lives of residents and attract individuals and families who want to move in, stay and contribute to the long-term viability of the community.”

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“We thrive through a cooperative partnership with faith groups, local governments, non-profit organizations, educational institutions, and community-minded businesses.”

• English as a second language

• Computer literacy

• Mental health programs

• Children's literacy and life skills development

• Art in various forms

• Financial management

• Fitness and sport programs

• Piano, ukulele, and other instrument lessons

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Who: Senior Couples, Senior Sisters, Senior Elders

Service: Service Mission

Location: Ogden

Physical Requirements: Sufficient physical, mental, and emotional health are required to serve a mission. Some assignments and locations have more stringent health requirements than others, such as the ability to be on your feet for long periods of time and bending and stooping.

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myHometown - Ogden

Operation Contacts: Executive Director Steve Griffin 801-725-4581

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*Quotes and pictures from the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints Newsroom and myHomeTown website.

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FULL-TIME MISSIONS AWAY FROM HOME

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SERVICE MISSIONS LOCAL OR FROM HOME

Family History Department Missions

What might you be doing you ask?

Family history missionaries serve the Lord by providing access to historical records, enabling inspiring journeys that bring joy to all people as they discover, gather, and connect their family—past, present, and future throughout the world.

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Family history missionaries can serve full-time or part-time: from home, in their community, or around the world.

Family History Specialist missionaries who are assigned to a FamilySearch Center support the Family History Department in its effort to help patrons discover, gather, and connect their family – past, present, and future.

Opportunities to assist patrons may include using the FamilySearch website, FamilyTree app, FamilySearch Memories app, and related online genealogical websites and tools; preserving family memories on the FamilySearch website and app, and using photos, books, videos, and audio files; sourcing pertinent records; identifying and requesting temple ordinances.

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Who: Couples, sisters, brothers

Service: Missionary and service missionary

Locations: Global, at home

Physical: Good health – excellent health required for assignments outside of the United States of America

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Qualifications: Intermediate computer skills; customer relations skills; familiarity with FamilySearch products and services; enthusiasm for family history and temple work; willingness to learn and teach current and new FamilySearch technologies; flexibility in working with patrons with all levels of family history skills/experience. (Skill training and continuing support will be provided.)

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Contacts for Global Missions:

Use the contact form link in this web page:

https://www.familysearch.org/en/info/family-history-mission

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Local FamilySearch Center Missions

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Layton FamilySearch Center Missions

Contact:

Bro Thorton, Director 435-459-2062

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Ogden FamilySearch Center Missions

Contact:

Bro Richards, Director 801-643-1132 or 801-643-6600

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FULL-TIME MISSIONS AWAY FROM HOME