NEWS
Celebrating Diversity and Family Bonds
Fathers and daughters come together in an extravaganza of culture, dance and bonding. Read more.
By ANNA ZENK
For Such a Time as This
On September 16 and 17, members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in the Hurst, Texas area held an adult conference where a series of workshops were given to “strengthen” and to “bring”…for such a time as this. Read more.
By SANDRA COOPER
Transformed by Truth
Local Teens Return from Youth Conference Stronger in Spirit, Self Confidence, and Friendships.
Deepening their understanding of the gospel of Jesus Christ merely scratches the surface of what three local teens from Hurst, Texas and nearby areas experienced during their attendance at the 'For the Strength of Youth' (FSY) conference. This five-day event, sponsored by the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, took place in various global locations during the summer of 2023. Continue reading.
By ANNA ZENK
Come Boldly: Hurst Stake Girls Camp
On June 14–17, 2023, the Young Women of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in the Hurst and surrounding areas were invited to Come Boldly to a fun-filled week at a BOOT CAMP themed Girls Camp—based on the scripture Hebrews 4:16. Amelia Duke led the camp planning committee that consisted of Jennie Camphuysen, Sandra Cooper, Jamie Harper and Mata Vakalahi. Read more.
By DEBBY ADAIR
Granny’s Attic Give-away: Fulfilling the Needs of the Many
Granny's Attic Give-away is an annual service project sponsored by the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in the Hurst area. This year, the event took place on Aug. 5 at the Hurst Stake Center in North Richland Hills, Texas. Continue reading.
By ANNA ZENK
A Texas Sized Thank You to Teachers
The Hurst Texas Stake of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints hosts annual Teacher Appreciation Event for area educators. Read more.
By JESSICA EASTMAN
When Communications Go Down, Amateur Radio Operators Will Step Up
On Sat. May 13, 2023 amateur radio operators from the Church of Jesus Christ in North Texas and areas of Oklahoma practiced checking in on a large scale radio emergency communication system. Read more.
By ANNA ZENK
A Weekend of Fun and Spiritual Activities at Hurst Texas Father and Sons Campout
Fathers and sons from the Hurst Texas area spent the first weekend in May building rapport, comradery, teamwork and family bonds during an overnight campout in Denton, Texas. Over 80 people attended. Read more.
By DEBBY ADAIR
I Can Do All Things Through Christ which Strengtheneth Me
Church Leadership Shares Lifelong Survival Tips with Local Youth
Many youth may be wondering if it's possible to survive now in this confusing world. In a devotional attended by youth from several congregations of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, Elder Ulisses S. Soares, one of the Lord’s modern-day apostles along with other Church leaders, reminded the youth that it is possible to survive with God and Jesus Christ as our companions. Read more.
By RACHEL SCOTT
Singing Praises to Thee: Multi-Faith Tongan Choirs Come Together to Celebrate Christ
To celebrate the Savior, three Tongan congregations of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in the Hurst area joined Tongan members of other faiths to host an Easter Musical Devotional to sing praises focused on the Savior earlier this year.
By ANNA ZENK and LUI SANFT
Fox and Field
Hurst Texas Stake Hosts Winter Ham Radio Operators Events
DFW area ham radio operators gathered at the Hurst Texas Stake Center for two events this past January and February to test their emergency radio skills and have fun. Read more.
By PAT AUTREY
Mission: Possible
A Hurst Stake Primary Activity
Serving the Lord through missionary service may be very hard and challenging, but elementary-aged kids 8-11-years-old, recently learned what it’s like to be a missionary and how, with the Lord’s help, serving a mission is possible. Read more.
By RACHEL SCOTT
Sing Noel: An Evening of Uplifting Christmas Music by the Hurst Texas Stake
From singing Christmas music in church to going caroling to brighten someone’s holiday experience, music brings the Christmas spirit. This year’s Sing Noel performance was no exception. Hosted by the Hurst Texas Stake, members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints officially welcomed the Christmas season with song in an annual musical devotional. Read more.
By RACHEL SCOTT
Light the World: Serving with the Salvation Army
Members of the Hurst Texas Stake were invited to serve alongside community members on December 2–3, 2022 at the Salvation Army Angel Tree gift drop location at North East Mall. Volunteers collected and tagged gift donations to be distributed across North Texas to thousands of children, seniors, and special needs adults. Read more.
By MAGEN RABATIN
“While God is Marching On”
Hurst Texas Stake Hosts Freedom Concert and Devotional
In July, the Hurst Texas Stake hosted a Freedom Concert and Devotional where patriotic music was performed by members of the Hurst Stake Choir. Elder Bruce A. Carlson, a Four-Star General of the Air Force (retired), and General Authority Emeritus, of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, shared his thoughts of freedom and religion. Read more.
By SHANE KEIL
No Tricks, Just Treats: Families Celebrate Halloween at Hurst Texas Stake Center
Families from Hurst, Watauga, Haltom City, North Richland Hills and Fort Worth areas gathered for an annual four ward (congregation) Trunk-or-Treat event in the parking lot of the Hurst Stake Center on Saturday, October 30, 2022. Read more.
By JESICA EASTMAN
Cemeteries: Tombstones and Symbols and Records, Oh My!
What can cemeteries tell us about our ancestors? Marty Pulido from the Hurst Texas Stake shares what we can learn from graves and how it relates to family history. Read more.
By DEBBY ADAIR
Highlights from the October 2022 Hurst Stake Conference
Members of the Hurst Texas Stake gathered for a bi-annual conference October 15-16, 2022.
The conference included topics focused on Jesus Christ and the Lord’s work in Gathering of Israel and was presided by Stake President, Chandler Growald. Read more.
“For Such a Time as This:” Hurst Stake Young Women Camp
Every summer, young women from the Hurst Texas Stake are given the opportunity to attend Girl’s Camp—a place where, through shared experiences, campers can draw closer to their Heavenly Father and strengthen themselves and others living the Gospel of Jesus Christ. Read more.
By DEBBY ADAIR and JESICA EASTMAN
Obtaining the Best Version of Ourselves
A Report from the Hurst Stake General Priesthood Meeting
On Saturday August 27th, 2022 all male priesthood holders in the Hurst Stake of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, gathered together at the Hurst Stake Center to hear inspiring words of instruction from their priesthood leaders. Topics included: how to be a good example of goodness, hearing the Lord, what it means to hold the priesthood and obtaining the best version of yourself. Read more.