NEWS
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
The Church of Jesus Christ joins hands with Midwest Food Bank Texas
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints Bishop’s Storehouse in Salt Lake City, Utah, teamed up with the Midwest Food Bank, Bloomington, Illinois, to have a truck of food commodities delivered to their Fort Worth, Texas facility located in Haltom City. Read more.
By SHANE KEIL
Seconds to Collision: “I Knew the Lord was Protecting Me”
Jim Pegram, a former Naval Aviator, and member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in the Bedford, Texas area, shares what he’s learned about the Lord during two harrowing near-misses during flight training and a lifetime of church service. Read more.
By DEBBY ADAIR
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
Small and Simple Acts Make a Big Impact on Local Charities
Donations of about 1,000 individual packages of Ramen Noodles were delivered to Community Storehouse in Tarrant County and the I Can Still Shine program, which serves abused women and their children in Tarrant County. The noodles were collected at a conference held by the Hurst area congregations of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Read more.
By ANNA ZENK
Celebrate Easter with a Free Holy Week Calendar
As we approach Easter, enjoy this free Holy Week Calendar to help individuals and families experience Easter more meaningfully. More details.
By CLAIRISSA COOPER
Meet the Johns: The Texas Fort Worth Mission President and his Wife
Shane Keil, of the Hurst Texas Stake shares his experience meeting with President Jarom L. John, President of the Texas Fort Worth Mission, and his wife Jamie John. Read more.
By SHANE KEIL
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
Emotional Resilience: A Manifestation of God’s Love
No one is exempt from the challenges of this day and age. Stress, anxiety, depression, and other emotional setbacks are real. There is help for those who experience such challenges. Here, Sara Ferrell shares what she gained by taking an emotional resilience course. Read more.
By SARA FERRELL
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
Elder Tommy D. Haws to Preside at Upcoming Hurst Stake Conference
The Hurst Texas Stake is pleased to announce that Elder Tommy D. Haws will be the presiding authority at the upcoming Hurst Stake Conference, Saturday and Sunday, March 25 and 26, 2023. More details.
A Mid-century Blessing Amid Fort Worth
This February 2023, marks the 50th anniversary of the dedication of the Hurst Stake Center of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. As we explore the past and hear stories from those who were in the Fort Worth area when it was dedicated in 1973—we discover that to them, it’s not just a meeting-house, but also a symbol of the Church’s growth and the dedication, hard work and sacrifice of its members. Read more.
By ANNA ZENK
Renaming of Family History Centers
On January 10, an official letter was sent from the Temple and Family History Executive Council of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints to leaders and General Authorities of the Church informing them of a name change to its Family History Centers worldwide to “FamilySearch Center.” Read more.
Twenty-two in Review
Members and friends of the Hurst Texas Stake had a BUSY year in 2022! They spent time loving, serving, learning, teaching and had some fun along the way. Click here to see what they did!
Catch these 7 Amazing Feature Articles from 2022
As we move into the New Year, the Hurst Stake Website Committee shares our appreciation for those who have contributed to telling such amazing stories in 2022! In case you missed any, here’s a collection of unmissable feature articles…and we look forward to creating another great collection in 2023! Read more.
Getting it All Done Without Losing Your Mind
As a multitasker extraordinaire and mother of six children, Kelly Pardue knows what it’s like to have a busy day. In this article, she shares her top tips for navigating life’s demands and the importance of turning to the Lord for help. Read more.
By KELLY PARDUE
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