Sterling Gazette for the Week of April 8th
Sterling Gazette
"Keeping Sterling Members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints Informed and Amused Since 2014"
Greetings Blessed Readers,
Our prophet, President Russell M. Nelson, shared the following message on his social media channels last Thursday, as a prelude to General Conference:
Dear brothers, sisters, and friends, how grateful I am that we can watch, listen to, or attend general conference of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints this weekend. I know that the General Authorities and General Officers of the Church who will speak to us have prepared thoughtfully to teach us what the Lord would have them teach. I encourage you to view each session, prepared to make note of the spiritual impressions you receive.
For each of us, time marches on. As many of you know, I am closing in on my 100th birthday. Though my body reminds me every day that it is nearly a century old and to go easy on it, I honestly don't know where the years have gone. They have simply flown by.
As senior leaders in the Church, we are called to serve for the remainder of our lives, often long beyond "retirement age." This means that you may see some of us during general conference speak while sitting down, or pre-record our message to be shared at the appropriate time, or even require a little assistance getting to and from our seats in the conference center.
From my point of view, this is cause for celebration. I thank the Lord every day for the privilege of still being here with you. I cherish working alongside colleagues who are wearing out their lives in service to our Heavenly Father and his son, Jesus Christ, despite the aches and creaks that come with advancing age. I don't have words to express how grateful I am for strong colleagues on whom I can lean in many ways as we strive to serve the Lord.
May each of us, regardless of our individual circumstances, listen with open hearts and minds to what we hear this weekend so that the Lord can continue to direct each of us in our individual paths.
Happy general conference, my dear brothers and sisters!
Then we were treated to a wonderful weekend, as we got to experience the spiritual boost that comes with participating in General Conference. As a bonus, on Monday, many of us got to experience the wonder of observing a rare solar eclipse.
Although it was obvious during conference that many of our leaders are showing their age, it was also obvious that age has not diminished their enthusiasm for the gospel and their callings in building the kingdom. This is evident from the message from President Nelson, as printed above. Your editor suspects that his long life is connected with his sense of humor and enthusiasm for life. Hopefully all of us will be able to grow older with such grace.
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Today’s quote is from James Fenimore Cooper: “Never have I beheld any spectacle which ... so forcibly taught the lesson of humility to man as a total eclipse of the sun.”
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General Conference Summary
By Clark Kidd, Religion Reporter
The Church has provided a good resource that summarizes the wonderful General Conference that was presented last weekend.
Use the link https://newsroom.churchofjesuschrist.org/article/april-2024-general-conference-talks-news-announcements to access this information.
Here are some of the things contained in the summary:
· President Russell M. Nelson Announces 15 Temples
· What the Prophet Taught
· New General Authority Seventies and Sunday School General Presidency Called
· 2023 Statistical Report
· Pre-Conference Message from the Prophet
· 64 New Area Seventies Called at the Leadership Session
· Summaries of the Talks Given at each Session
One of the interesting things found in the Statistical Report was that 251,763 converts joined the Church in 2023, and that Church membership at the end of the year was 17,255,394.
Also, the Church News has created a downloadable PDF summarizing each talk offered during the April 2024 general conference. You can use this link to download this useful resource: https://newsroom.churchofjesuschrist.org/article/download-a-pdf-of-talk-summaries-from-april-2024-general-conference.
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New Goodwill Store to Open
By Clark Kidd, Community Reporter
Those of us who regularly donate used items to charity will soon have another option for dropping off donated items. Here is some information as taken from a county email:
On Saturday, April 13th Goodwill of Greater Washington (Goodwill), a local nonprofit agency, will celebrate the grand opening of its 22nd retail store in the greater DC metropolitan region, and the second in Sterling, VA.
The ribbon cutting ceremony begins at 9:00AM and the public is invited to attend. Free snacks, music, discounts, and fun, family experiences will be offered throughout the morning.
The new store is located at 45380 Manifest Boulevard in Sterling, VA 20164, near the intersection of Route 28 and Church Road.
The store is hiring about 30 people to fill positions. Candidates can apply online to be donation attendants, merchandise processors, sales associates, and team leads.
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Sterling Area Job Fair
By Clark Kidd, Employment Reporter
Here is some information about an upcoming job fair for our area. This was provided by an email from the Sterling District county supervisor:
I'm thrilled to announce that a date has been set for the 2024 Sterling District Job Fair:
Date: Saturday, June 29, 2024
Time: 10:30 AM – 1:30 PM
Location: Sterling Community Center [120 Enterprise Street, Sterling, VA 20164]
For Businesses, Nonprofits, and Community Groups:
Are you a Northern Virginia business owner or representative of a nonprofit organization looking to expand your team? The 2024 Sterling District Job Fair presents an excellent opportunity to connect with motivated individuals eager to contribute to your organization's success.
Do you provide valuable services and resources to the Sterling community and Loudoun County? You are also welcome to showcase your organization or community group at the 2024 Sterling District Job Fair! Whether you provide career counseling, educational resources, or community development support services, this is your chance to connect with individuals who can benefit from your assistance.
Register by Saturday, June 1st on Eventbrite at https://bit.ly/3U20qbs.
For questions or more information, please contact Supervisor Saines’ Office at Tianni.Ivey@loudoun.gov.
For Job Seekers
Are you searching for employment opportunities in our community? Mark your calendars and stay tuned for more details. Don't miss this chance to take the next step in your career journey.
We will provide more details as they become available.
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Leadership Changes from General Conference
By Clark Kidd, Religion Reporter
On the Thursday before the public sessions of General Conference, a Leadership Session was held, where many upcoming leadership changes were announced. The two links below can be used to review these changes.
The link https://newsroom.churchofjesuschrist.org/article/april-2024-general-conference-leadership-session describes changes that were announced regarding Area Seventies, including the names of those who will be called or released.
The link https://newsroom.churchofjesuschrist.org/article/2024-temple-leadership-assignments lists 73 upcoming changes involving new temple presidents and temple matrons.
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New Washington D. C. Temple President
By Clark Kidd, Religion Reporter
As announced in the General Conference Leadership Session (see previous article), a new president and matron have been called for the Washington D. C. Temple. They will assume their new duties starting in September.
According to the article, the new president will be Peter K. Christensen, with his wife Toby E. Christensen serving as the new matron.
Although the Church provided no biographical information about them, an Internet search found this Church News article from 2008 – https://www.thechurchnews.com/2008/3/29/23231933/new-mission-presidents-151/ – when they were called to preside over the Nevada Las Vegas Mission.
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April 2024 World Report
By Clark Kidd, Media Reporter
As part of General Conference, every six months the Church produces a new World Report, which is a great summary of what the Church has been doing since the previous conference.
Use the link https://newsroom.churchofjesuschrist.org/article/april-2024-world-report to learn more, and to watch the latest 45-minute video report. This is a great way to keep informed of some of the wonderful things that are happening in the world, that we may not otherwise hear about.
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Recalls and Product Warnings
By Penny Yingst, Consumer Reporter
Here are the active recalls and product alerts for this week:
Abdallah Candies 8 ounce Sea Salt Almond Alligators
The products have a chocolate covered cherries label with code 0315 on the bottom of the box. The boxes do contain sea salt almond alligators but have an incorrect ingredient label. Sea salt almond alligators contain almonds as an ingredient, which was not declared on the ingredient label. People who have an allergy or severe sensitivity to almonds run the risk of serious or life-threatening allergic reaction if they consume these products.
The product was distributed nationwide and sold in specialty retail stores, grocery stores, and other retail outlets. The recalled products were distributed from 03/01/2024 to 03/29/2024. Retail products are packaged in candy boxes with a label on the bottom of the box containing nutrition and ingredient information. The code 0315 is found in a box at the bottom center of the ingredient label.
Consumers who purchased the product/code cited above are advised not to eat any product and should destroy or return the product to the place of purchase. Consumers with questions should call Abdallah Candies with their concerns. Hours are Monday through Friday, 8 am to 4:30 pm central time at 952-890-4770 or 800-348-7328.
Lidl Deluxe Branded Macarons Party Edition
The recall was issued due to undeclared wheat, soy, egg, milk, and tree nuts (almonds, pistachios, and coconut) in the products as a result of non-English ingredient labeling.
People who have allergies to any of these run the risk of serious or life-threatening allergic reactions if they consume these products. Lidl US has received no reports or complaints of illness related to this product to date.
This recall includes units with the brand, “Deluxe,” printed at the top of the front panel, and “Party Edition” at the bottom of the front panel (back panel of package will not have English labeling or ingredients). All units have a barcode/UPC of 4056489365365.
Affected products contain the following undeclared allergens: Wheat, Soy, Egg, Milk, and Tree Nuts (Almonds, Pistachios, and Coconut). Contact Lidl concerning the recall please visit https://www.lidl.com/product-recalls for more information.
Honeywell’s Supplier of Fendall 2000 Non-Sterile Eyewash Cartridge
This has been recalled as it was found to be non-compliant with current good manufacturing practice (cGMP) requirements. Use of or exposure to the eyewash without seeking medical attention afterwards could result in a range of ocular infections such bacterial keratitis or endophthalmitis. Immunocompromised individuals, those sustaining ocular injuries that damage the corneal epithelium and those sustaining penetrating ocular injuries are at higher risk of potential infection.
The saline eyewash solution contains purified water, benzalkonium chloride, edetate disodium, sodium chloride, sodium phosphate dibasic, and sodium phosphate monobasic. It is not marketed as sterile.
· Product Name; Product Number; Manufacturing Dates; Expiration Date; Region; Quantity
· Fendall 2000 Non-Sterile Eyewash Cartridge; 32-002050-0000; 11-Oct- 2021 through 21-Jun-2023; 11-Oct-2023 through 21-Jun-2025; USA; 6,954
· Fendall 2000 Non-Sterile Eyewash Cartridge; 32-002050-0000; 11-Oct- 2021 through 21-Jun-2023; 11-Oct-2023 through 21-Jun-2025; Canada; 3,651
Customers that have Fendall 2000 Non-Sterile Eyewash Cartridges should stop using the product immediately and destroy or dispose of it. Customers with questions regarding this recall can contact Honeywell Safety Products USA, Inc. by telephone at 1-800-430-5490, or CustomerServiceInquiryBox@Honeywell.com between the hours of 8:00AM to 4:00PM EST. Customers should contact their physician or healthcare provider if they have experienced any problems that may be related to using this eyewash solution.
Procter & Gamble Tide, Gain, Ace and Ariel Laundry Detergent Flexible Film Bags
The outer packaging meant to prevent access to the contents can split open near the zipper track, posing a risk of serious injury to children and other vulnerable populations if the contents of the laundry detergent packets are ingested, as well as posing a risk of skin or eye injuries. Ingestion of a large quantity of any surfactant-containing household cleaning products can cause death among individuals with underlying health issues.
This recall involves certain lot codes of Tide Pods, Gain Flings, Ace Pods, and Ariel Pods liquid laundry detergent packets packaged in flexible film bags that were manufactured between September 2023 and February 2024. Recalled products range from bags with 12 to 39 laundry detergent packets and include the following:
· Gain Flings Original
· Tide Simply Pods Plus Oxi Boost
· Gain Flings Moonlight Breeze Scent
· Tide Pods Clean Breeze Scent
· Gain Flings Blissful Breeze Scent
· Tide Pods Free Gentle
· Gain Flings Spring Daydream Scent
· Tide Pods Oxi
· Gain Flings Plus Ultra Oxi
· Tide Pods Ultra Oxi
· Gain Flings Plus Odor Defense
· Ace Pods Clean Breeze
· Tide Pods Original
· Ace Pods Spring Meadow
· Tide Pods Spring Meadow Scent
· Ace Pods Alpine Breeze
Consumers should immediately secure the recalled bags out of sight and reach of children and contact Procter & Gamble for a full refund and a free replacement child-resistant bag to store the product. Consumers can also receive a cabinet lock for securing laundry materials. Consumers should check to see if their bag is part of the recall by checking the lot code on their bag. Recalled lot codes will be listed at pg.com/bags and are found on the bottom of the package. Consumers with recalled bags can submit a photo of the recalled product, showing the lot code to participate in the recall.
Sold at Big Lots, CVS, Family Dollar, Home Depot, Sam’s Club, Target, Walmart, and other major stores nationwide and online at Amazon.com and other websites from September 2023 through present for between $5 (one 12 ct. bag) and $30 (four 39 ct. bags in a box). Contact Procter & Gamble toll-free at 833-347-5764 from Monday through Friday, 9 AM ET to 6 PM ET, Saturday, 9 AM ET to 5:30 PM ET, or online at pg.com/bags.
True Brothers Fuel Bottles
The fuel bottles pose a flash fire hazard to all users due to lack of a flame mitigation device, which is in violation of Federal Safety Regulations for Portable Fuel Containers. These fuel bottles pose a risk of poisoning and burns to children due to lack of a child resistant closure, which violates the Children’s Gasoline Burn Prevention Act. The fuel bottles were sold online at Walmart.com from an unknown start date through January 2024 for around $17. The True Brothers fuel bottle is red with a black cap and white markings bearing “multi fuel stove”, “FUEL BOTTLE”,
The CPSC urges consumers to stop using the fuel bottles immediately and to dispose of them empty as normal refuse. CPSC issued a Notice of Violation to the seller Shenzhen Yinglong Industrial Co., Ltd. of China, doing business as LetSports, but the firm has not agreed to recall these fuel bottles or offer a remedy to consumers. Consumers who purchased the product will receive this notice directly.
Essential Medical Supply Adult Portable Bed Rails
When attached to an adult’s bed, users can become entrapped within the bed rail or between the rail and the side of the mattress. This poses a serious entrapment hazard and risk of death by asphyxiation.
The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) and Essential Medical Supply Inc., of Orlando, Florida, are re-announcing the recall of four models of the company’s Endurance Hand Bed Rails. This recall involves the Hand Bed Rail (model P1410), Hand Bed Rail with Pouch (model P1410-P), Hand Bed Rail with Floor Support (model P1411), and Hand Bed Rail with Floor Support with Pouch (model P1411-P). They were originally recalled in December 2021.
CPSC previously announced the recall on December 22, 2021, following the entrapment death of an 86-year-old man in California. He died at his home in December 2012, reportedly from the Endurance Hand Bed Rail (model P1410). When attached to an adult’s bed, users can become entrapped within the bed rail or between the rail and the side of the mattress. This poses a serious entrapment hazard and risk of death by asphyxiation.
CPSC and Essential Medical Supply Inc. urge consumers to stop using the recalled bed rails immediately and to check their homes and the homes and assisted living facilities of loved ones for the recalled bed rails. Essential Medical Supply Inc. sold about 272,000 units of the bed rails at medical supply stores nationwide and online at www.amazon.com and www.walmart.com. The bed rails were sold from October 2006 through December 2021 for between $36 and $98.
The name “Essential Medical Supply, Inc.” and the model number are printed on a label located on the grip handle of the bed rails. The rails are made of either chrome or white metal tubing and include black padding on the grip handle and under-bed frame. They measure approximately 17 inches to 21 inches high by 20 inches wide. Only bed rails that do not have model numbers ending in “R” are included in this recall.
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled bed rails. For consumers who own the recalled bed rails sold or imported on or after November 1, 2015, Essential Medical Supply Inc., will provide a refund. The amount of the refund will be pro-rated based on the age of the bed rail. The company is not offering a remedy for older bed rails. Consumers with older bed rails sold between October 2006 and October 2015 should stop use, disassemble and dispose of the bed rails to prevent reuse. CPSC urges consumers to report any related incidents to the agency at www.SaferProducts.gov. Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled bed rails and contact Essential Medical Supply to receive a full refund. The firm is only providing refunds on bed rail models sold or imported on or after November 1, 2015. The amount of the refund will be prorated based on the age of the bed rail.
These were sold at Essential Medical Supply of the bed rails at medical supply stores nationwide and online at www.amazon.com and www.walmart.com. The bed rails were sold from October 2006 through December 2021 for between $36 and $98. Contact Essential Medical Supply at 800-826-8423 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or online at essentialmedicalsupply.com and click on “Important Safety Notice” at the top of the page, or visit https://www.essentialmedicalsupply.com/important-safety-information for more information.
Mainstays Electric Mini Choppers
The chopper’s blade can operate unexpectedly during assembly or when not enclosed in the container, posing a laceration hazard to consumers.
This recall involves Mainstays Electric Mini Choppers with model number MS14100094536S1. The choppers are rechargeable and cordless, and have a green lid, white body, and clear plastic bowl. They have one blade attachment, which consists of three curved blades on one white plastic spindle. Model number MS14100094536S1 is on the label attached to the bottom of the clear plastic bowl. Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled choppers, and contact Walmart to receive a full refund. Consumers can bring the chopper to their nearest Walmart store for a refund. These were sold by Walmart stores nationwide and online at Walmart.com from August 2022 through October 2023 for between $10 and $15.
Contact Walmart at 800-925-6278 from 7 a.m. through 9 p.m. CT any day, or online at https://corporate.walmart.com/recalls or https://corporate.walmart.com/ and click on "Recalls" at the bottom of the page for more information.
As always, please see the USDA website (http://www.fsis.usda.gov/reportproblem) for more information about recalls.
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Come Follow Me Reading Assignment
By Clark Kidd, Religion Reporter
Here is the Come Follow Me reading assignment for this week:
Week: April 8—14
Title: The Lord Labors with Us
Reading: Jacob 5–7
Use the link https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/manual/come-follow-me-for-home-and-church-book-of-mormon-2024/15 to read the material online.
Please make time to study the material this week, so that your experience will be more meaningful.
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Argentina Trivia Quiz
By Clark Kidd, Entertainment Reporter
Okay game lovers – here’s another one of those little multiple-choice quizzes designed to test your knowledge of various topics. The answers appear at the end of the quiz.
1. What is the capital city of Argentina?
A. Rio de Janeiro
B. Santiago
C. Buenos Aires
D. Lima
2. What is the name of the traditional Argentine music and dance style?
A. Samba
B. Tango
C. Merengue
D. Flamenco
3. Which region is known as the wine country in Argentina?
A. Patagonia
B. Salta
C. Buenos Aires
D. Mendoza
4. Which of these foods is considered a national dish in Argentina?
A. Tacos
B. Feijoada
C. Asado
D. Ceviche
5. Which mountain range is found along Argentina’s western border?
A. Rocky Mountains
B. Himalayas
C. Andes
D. Alps
6. Which of these animals is commonly associated with the Argentine Patagonia?
A. Elephants
B. Penguins
C. Camels
D. Kangaroos
7. Which river is the second longest in South America and flows through Argentina?
A. Amazon
B. Orinoco
C. Paraguay
D. Paraná
8. What is a popular Argentine pastry often eaten for breakfast or as a snack?
A. Croissant
B. Empanada
C. Scone
D. Bagel
9. Which of the following is a major agricultural product of Argentina?
A. Rubber
B. Wheat
C. Tea
D. Cocoa
10. Argentina was part of which historical empire before gaining independence?
A. British Empire
B. Ottoman Empire
C. Spanish Empire
D. Portuguese Empire
(scroll down for answers)
Answers: 1-C, 2-B, 3-D, 4-C, 5-C, 6-B, 7-D, 8-B, 9-B, 10-C.
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Healthy Hints
By Penny Yingst, Lifestyle Reporter
Here are some items of interest that I discovered this week:
Things to Ponder
· What if my dog only brings back the ball because he thinks I like throwing it?
· If poison is past its expiry date, is it more poisonous or is it no longer poisonous?
· Which letter is silent in the word "Scent"; the "S" or the "C"?
· Do twins ever realize that one of them is unplanned?
· Why is the letter "W", in English, called double "U"? Shouldn't it be called double "V"?
· Maybe oxygen is slowly killing you and it takes 75 to 100 years to fully work.
· Every time you clean something, you just make something else dirty.
· The word "swims" upside-down is still "swims".
· Intentionally losing a game of 'rock, paper, scissors' is just as hard as trying to win.
· 100 years ago everyone owned a horse and only the rich had cars. Today everyone has cars and only the rich own horses.
· Your future self is watching you right now through memories.
· The doctors that told Stephen Hawking he had two years to live in 1953 are probably dead.
· If you replace "W" with "T" in "What, Where and When", you get the answer to each of them.
· Many animals probably need glasses, but nobody knows it.
· If you rip a hole in a net, there are actually fewer holes in it than there were before.
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[Editor’s Note: These items are repeated from previous issues.]
New Voice of the Tabernacle Choir
By Clark Kidd, Music Reporter
As was announced some time ago, Lloyd Newell will no longer be the voice of the Tabernacle Choir, because of a new assignment as a mission leader. It was recently announced that the new voice of the choir going forward will be Derrick Porter.
Use the link https://newsroom.churchofjesuschrist.org/article/music-spoken-word-derrick-porter-replaces-lloyd-newell for more details. Newell’s last Sunday broadcast with the choir will be June 16. Porter will deliver his first Music & the Spoken Word message the following week, June 23.
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Arbor Day Photo Contest
By Clark Kidd, Photography Reporter
Attention all photographers. Loudoun County has announced the rules and deadlines for the 2024 Arbor Day photo contest. Here are some of the details as taken from a county announcement:
The annual Loudoun County Arbor Day tree photo contest is underway and Loudoun County wants to see your favorite tree! Photos will be accepted through Monday, April 15, 2024. Winning photos and honorable mentions will be announced at the in-person Loudoun County Arbor Day Celebration scheduled for Saturday, April 27, at 11:00 a.m. at the Middleburg Agricultural Research and Extension Center, 5527 Sullivan’s Mill Road in Middleburg.
Entries must be:
• A photo of a single tree or group of trees located in Loudoun County.
• Original photos taken by the entrant.
• Digital entries submitted through an online form. High resolution photos are encouraged.
• Only two entries allowed per person or group.
Entrants are asked to provide a brief explanation of why the tree is a favorite.
Awards will be distributed to the top three photos. Only the winning and honorable mention entrants will be notified. Any of the top three photo entrants who are unable to attend the Arbor Day Celebration will be notified and awards will be provided via mail. The photos will not be returned and will become the property of the Loudoun County Arbor Day Committee.
For more information about the photo contest or the in-person Arbor Day Celebration, visit http://loudoun.gov/trees.
Use the link https://www.loudoun.gov/FormCenter/Building-Development-26/2024-Arbor-Day-Photo-Contest-My-Favorite-403 to enter the contest.
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Latest Email Scam from Punchbowl
By Clark Kidd, Technology Reporter
Recently this reporter has received several bogus emails that appear to be invitations to upcoming events. Unlike many of these phony emails, this one is quite professional looking, and one might easily be fooled into clicking on the "Open Invitation" button and exposing your device to potential corruption.
It appears this invitation is coming from a web site called "punchbowl," which is a valid website that can be used to create and send invitations (similar to Evite). But these invitations are not from punchbowl. The so-called senders are always valid people that have sent me emails in the past, so I suspect the hackers obtained the address books of these folks and sent these emails to their contacts.
Use the link https://help.punchbowl.com/article/808-how-do-i-know-if-the-punchbowl-invitation-or-card-i-received-is-real-or-spam to read punchbowl suggestions for recognizing valid invitations, and avoiding those that appear suspicious.
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New Hymnbook Preview Next Month
By Clark Kidd, Music Reporter
As noted in previous articles, we will soon start to see information about the new hymnbook that is being rolled out over the next few years. Here is the latest update, taken from a News Release that was issued yesterday:
After six years of work reviewing thousands of submissions and gathering hymns from across the world, 12 hymns of the new “Hymns—for Home and Church” will be available on May 30, 2024. The selections will include “Come, Thou Fount of Every Blessing” and will be published in English, Spanish, Portuguese and French. The hymns will be available in the Sacred Music and Gospel Library apps, and in the online Music Library.
More groups of new hymns will be released every few months until the full hymnbook is complete in 2026. The same advance release plan will begin for many other languages over the next two to three years.
Use the link https://newsroom.churchofjesuschrist.org/article/hymns-for-home-and-church-may-2024 to read the full News Release.
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Tours of the Kirtland Temple
By Clark Kidd, Religion Reporter
A recent article in the Church News contained comments from some of the first individuals to tour the Kirtland Temple since it was acquired from the Community of Christ just weeks ago. There are also some interesting comments about what the Church is doing to support the efforts there, including calling new missionaries that will help give tours.
Use the link https://newsroom.churchofjesuschrist.org/article/visitors-to-the-historic-kirtland-temple-share-their-experiences-as-site-reopens-for-public-tours to check out this interesting article.
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Daily Chuckle
Your editor suspects that most of us have been bitten by the auto-correct feature:
A Pizza Hut in Ontario went viral thanks to a cringe-worthy typo on a sign on its front door. The dining room was closed, it said, due to “unforeseen circumcisions.” As the image spread online like wildfire, the joint didn’t fight back, but rather acknowledged the gaffe, and capitalized on it with a limited-time $5 pizza special — “no tip required.” In an online post, restaurant general manager Marc Girard placed the blame on “stupid auto correct.”
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