BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Gilbert Arizona Stake - ECPv6.17.3.1//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://gilbertarizonastake.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Gilbert Arizona Stake REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Phoenix BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:MST DTSTART:20230101T000000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260831T000000 DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260831T233000 DTSTAMP:20260726T022247Z CREATED:20260726T012927Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260726T022247Z UID:10005137-1788134400-1788219000@gilbertarizonastake.org SUMMARY:2026 August Preparedness Canning DESCRIPTION:2026 August Preparedness – Happy August! \nHopefully everyone is enjoying a safe summer. As the summer rolls on\, it is time to start thinking about how to preserve the extra bounty from our home gardens\, or getting the summers best\, in season\, fruits and vegetables from the various markets. \nSometimes it’s not just the fruits and vegetables we want to can. Perhaps you would like to can meats of differing types: beef\, poultry\, pork or seafoods. These are all great to have on your shelf because they are fully cooked when opened\, and ready to use. This is such a convenient time saver! Another great advantage is if the power goes out\, you don’t need to worry about losing all your expensive meat that’s in the freezer. \nFor those that are unfamiliar with home canning\, it really isn’t that hard. If done properly there is no need to fear the quality of the food\, AND you know what is and isn’t in it. Stocking up on fruits\, vegetables and meats during holiday sales is so rewarding because it is a great way to boost your food storage. \nThere are two attachments with the newsletter this month. One is the basic guidelines for pressure canning and the other has the basic guidelines for water bath canning. What you are canning determines which method to use. Neither one is particularly hard\, just the right tools\, time and effort are needed. \nClick here for Pressure Canning \nClick here for Water Bath Canning \nIf you have questions or concerns about any of these things\, please reach out to your Ward Preparedness Specialist. If you don’t have one\, contact your Relief Society President or Elders Quorum President. \nAs always\, here are links for great information for gardening and general preparedness: \nhttps://gilbertprepared.org/food-storage/canning/ \nCompanion Planting Chart and Guide for Vegetable Gardens (thespruce.com) \nVegetable Planting Calendar for Maricopa County (arizona.edu) \nMay the Lord bless each of us in our efforts as we try to listen and obey. \nBob and Shelby Jarman – Gilbert Stake Preparedness Specialists \nShare this:\n Share on Facebook (Opens in new window)\n Facebook\n \n Share on X (Opens in new window)\n X\n \n Share on LinkedIn (Opens in new window)\n LinkedIn\n \n Share on WhatsApp (Opens in new window)\n WhatsApp\n \n Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window)\n Email\n \n Print (Opens in new window)\n Print\n \n\n Related URL:https://gilbertarizonastake.org/event/2026-august-preparedness-canning/ LOCATION:Virtual CATEGORIES:preparedness,self reliance ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://gilbertarizonastake.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/Pantry-95de6b2fe1dc5e43d2c07fc3ee40329a.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260727T000000 DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260727T233000 DTSTAMP:20260628T203032Z CREATED:20260628T201030Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260628T203032Z UID:10005067-1785110400-1785195000@gilbertarizonastake.org SUMMARY:2026 July Preparedness - Preparativos para Julio DESCRIPTION:Happy July! \n\n\nHopefully everyone is enjoying the 250th anniversary of our great nation. It was founded on God given principles and special men and women were inspired from on high in order to create this nation. It was the creation of this nation that allowed for the restoration of the gospel of Jesus Christ. \nIn our articles\, we have discussed many topics concerning food storage and preparedness. But one thing we haven’t addressed is what to store all this food storage in. Storage containers are not all the same\, and some are not safe for long term storage\, and some should never be used. Below is information on what can be used and what to always avoid and never use. It’s also important to remember even safe containers have some limitations and best uses. \nSafe Containers \nGlass Bottles: Foods stored in glass should be stored in a dark area. If this is not possible\, store bottles in a cardboard box or wrap in aluminum foil. Light will increase the rate at which food quality is lost. Glass containers are rodent and insect proof and when properly sealed will not allow air or fumes to degrade the products stored. \nMetal cans: Cans are a great storage option\, especially in areas that are prone to flooding. After a flood\, it is easy to disinfect the can while still protecting the food inside. Cans will rust in humid areas and should be stored with care and rotated often under these circumstances. Metal cans are airtight\, as well as rodent and insect proof. \nPlastic buckets or bottles: Only food grade plastic containers should be used for storage. Other plastics have been manufactured using chemicals which can be toxic. If you are unsure\, check with the supplier or manufacturer before storing food. Determined rodents have been known to enjoy a feast which was stored in plastic containers. \nKnow the codes for safe-to-use storage options: \n\nThe Cup and Fork Symbol: This universal logo guarantees the material is safe for food and beverages.\nPlastic Resin Codes: Check the bottom of the container for a triangle recycling symbol. Food-safe plastics are typically marked with numbers 1\, 2\, 4\, or 5.\n1 (PETE): Best for single-use bottles; do not reuse.\n2 (HDPE): Ideal and highly stable for long-term food storage (e.g.\, bulk bins\, milk jugs)\n4 (LDPE): Safe and commonly used for food bags and squeeze bottles.\n5 (PP): Safe\, heat-resistant\, and ideal for reusable containers.\nLook for printed phrases like “Food Grade\,” “FDA Compliant\,” or “USDA Approved.”\n\nKnow what to avoid: \n\nRecycling Codes 3 and 6: Never use containers marked with 3 (PVC) or 6 (Polystyrene) for food storage\, as they can leach toxic chemicals.\nCode 7 (Other) with a BPA Warning: While some polycarbonates are code 7\, they should be avoided unless explicitly labeled “BPA-Free.”\nUnknown or Unmarked Buckets: If you are repurposing a plastic bucket\, avoid it unless it has the cup and fork symbol or “food-grade” printed on it. Buckets used for paints\, chemicals\, or detergents are never safe for food\, even after washing.\n\nMylar bags: Mylar will protect food from contamination from air and other fumes and are light weight for carrying in an emergency. They will protect against light damage. They are very susceptible to rodent damage\, can be easily punctured and if not vacuum sealed “sweating” can occur within the pouch. \nOriginal store packaging: When possible\, food should be stored in the original container. This will preserve the “use by” date and also any preparation instructions. Place items packaged in cardboard in another container such as a bucket to increase protection. Use packing tape to seal the ends of boxes of pastas\, cereals\, and other easily infested items. If an infestation occurs\, the pests cannot get into the protected boxes and if a box came from the manufacturer infested\, then critters cannot get out and infest other items. \nUnsafe Containers \nPlastic bags: Plastic bags meant for trash or garden use have been chemically treated. These chemicals can be toxic. \nPaper: Paper will absorb moisture in the air which can then be transferred to your food\, spoiling it. Pests and rodents love paper\, an easy meal! \nCardboard: A cardboard box is a good place to store items in their original containers but not as your primary container. Cardboard\, like paper\, will absorb moisture in the air and is an easy target for pests. \nWhen repackaging or breaking down bulk items for storage it is important to use a moisture absorbing packet and oxygen absorbing packet. Verify the size of the container does not exceed the amount the packets can absorb. Packets come in different sizes\, but you can add 2 packets to make up the difference if you are unsure. \nAs always\, here are links for great information for gardening and general preparedness: \nCompanion Planting Chart and Guide for Vegetable Gardens (thespruce.com) \nVegetable Planting Calendar for Maricopa County (arizona.edu) \nhttps://gilbertprepared.org/72-hour-kits/  \nMay the Lord bless each of us in our efforts as we try to listen and obey. \n— \n¡Feliz julio! \nEsperemos que todos estén disfrutando del 250 aniversario de nuestra gran nación. Fue fundada sobre principios dados por Dios y hombres y mujeres especiales fueron inspirados desde lo alto para crear esta nación. Fue la creación de esta nación lo que permitió la restauración del evangelio de Jesucristo. \nEn nuestros artículos\, hemos discutido muchos temas relacionados con el almacenamiento y la preparación de alimentos. Pero una cosa que no hemos abordado es en qué almacenar toda esta comida. Los contenedores de almacenamiento no son todos iguales\, y algunos no son seguros para el almacenamiento a largo plazo\, y otros nunca deben usarse. A continuación encontrará información sobre lo que se puede utilizar y lo que se debe evitar siempre y lo que nunca se debe utilizar. También es importante recordar que incluso los contenedores seguros tienen algunas limitaciones y mejores usos. \nContenedores seguros \nBotellas de vidrio: Los alimentos almacenados en vidrio deben almacenarse en un área oscura. Si esto no es posible\, guarde las botellas en una caja de cartón o envuélvalas en papel de aluminio. La luz aumentará la velocidad a la que se pierde la calidad de los alimentos. Los recipientes de vidrio son a prueba de roedores e insectos y\, cuando se sellan adecuadamente\, no permitirán que el aire o los vapores degraden los productos almacenados. \nLatas de metal: las latas son una excelente opción de almacenamiento\, especialmente en áreas propensas a inundaciones. Después de una inundación\, es fácil desinfectar la lata y al mismo tiempo proteger los alimentos que contiene. Las latas se oxidarán en áreas húmedas y deben almacenarse con cuidado y rotarse con frecuencia en estas circunstancias. Las latas de metal son herméticas y a prueba de roedores e insectos. \nBaldes o botellas de plástico: para el almacenamiento solo se deben utilizar recipientes de plástico de calidad alimentaria. Otros plásticos se han fabricado utilizando productos químicos que pueden ser tóxicos. Si no está seguro\, consulte con el proveedor o fabricante antes de almacenar alimentos. Se sabe que los roedores decididos disfrutan de un festín almacenado en recipientes de plástico. \nConozca los códigos para opciones de almacenamiento seguras de usar: \nEl símbolo de la taza y el tenedor: este logotipo universal garantiza que el material es seguro para alimentos y bebidas.\nCódigos de resina plástica: revise el fondo del contenedor para ver si hay un símbolo de reciclaje triangular. Los plásticos aptos para alimentos suelen estar marcados con los números 1\, 2\, 4 o 5.\n1 (PETE): mejor para botellas de un solo uso; no reutilizar.\n2 (HDPE): Ideal y muy estable para el almacenamiento de alimentos a largo plazo (p. ej.\, contenedores a granel\, jarras de leche)\n4 (LDPE): Seguro y comúnmente utilizado para bolsas de alimentos y botellas exprimibles.\n5 (PP): Seguro\, resistente al calor e ideal para envases reutilizables.\nBusque frases impresas como “Calidad alimentaria”\, “Cumple con la FDA” o “Aprobado por el USDA”.\nSepa qué evitar: \nCódigos de reciclaje 3 y 6: nunca utilice recipientes marcados con 3 (PVC) o 6 (poliestireno) para almacenar alimentos\, ya que pueden filtrar productos químicos tóxicos.\nCódigo 7 (Otro) con advertencia de BPA: si bien algunos policarbonatos tienen el código 7\, deben evitarse a menos que estén etiquetados explícitamente como “Sin BPA”.\nBaldes desconocidos o sin marcar: si está reutilizando un balde de plástico\, evítelo a menos que tenga impreso el símbolo de taza y tenedor o “grado alimenticio”. Los cubos utilizados para pinturas\, productos químicos o detergentes nunca son seguros para los alimentos\, incluso después de lavarlos.\nBolsas de Mylar: Mylar protegerá los alimentos de la contaminación del aire y otros vapores y son livianas para transportarlas en caso de emergencia. Protegerán contra daños leves. Son muy susceptibles al daño de los roedores\, pueden perforarse fácilmente y\, si no se sellan al vacío\, puede producirse “sudoración” dentro de la bolsa. \nEmbalaje original de la tienda: Cuando sea posible\, los alimentos deben almacenarse en el recipiente original. Esto preservará la fecha de caducidad y también las instrucciones de preparación. Coloque los artículos empaquetados en cartón en otro recipiente\, como un balde\, para aumentar la protección. Utilice cinta de embalaje para sellar los extremos de cajas de pastas\, cereales y otros artículos que se infestan fácilmente. Si se produce una infestación\, las plagas no pueden entrar en las cajas protegidas y si una caja del fabricante está infestada\, los bichos no pueden salir e infestar otros artículos. \nContenedores inseguros \nBolsas de plástico: las bolsas de plástico destinadas a la basura o al jardín han sido tratadas químicamente. Estos químicos pueden ser tóxicos. \nPapel: El papel absorberá la humedad del aire\, que luego puede transferirse a los alimentos y estropearlos. A las plagas y a los roedores les encanta el papel\, ¡una comida fácil! \nCartón: una caja de cartón es un buen lugar para almacenar artículos en sus contenedores originales\, pero no como contenedor principal. El cartón\, al igual que el papel\, absorbe la humedad del aire y es un blanco fácil para las plagas. \nAl reenvasar o dividir artículos a granel para su almacenamiento\, es importante utilizar un paquete que absorba la humedad y un paquete que absorba el oxígeno. Verifique que el tamaño del contenedor no exceda la cantidad que los paquetes pueden absorber. Los paquetes vienen en diferentes tamaños\, pero puedes agregar 2 paquetes para compensar la diferencia si no estás seguro. \nComo siempre\, aquí hay enlaces para obtener excelente información sobre jardinería y preparación general: \nCuadro complementario de plantación y guía para huertos (thespruce.com) \nCalendario de siembra de hortalizas para el condado de Maricopa (arizona.edu) \nCompanion Planting Chart and Guide for Vegetable Gardens (thespruce.com) \nVegetable Planting Calendar for Maricopa County (arizona.edu) \nhttps://gilbertprepared.org/72-hour-kits/ \nQue el Señor nos bendiga a cada uno de nosotros en nuestros esfuerzos al tratar de \n\n\nShare this:\n Share on Facebook (Opens in new window)\n Facebook\n \n Share on X (Opens in new window)\n X\n \n Share on LinkedIn (Opens in new window)\n LinkedIn\n \n Share on WhatsApp (Opens in new window)\n WhatsApp\n \n Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window)\n Email\n \n Print (Opens in new window)\n Print\n \n\n Related URL:https://gilbertarizonastake.org/event/2026-july-preparedness-preparativos-para-julio/ LOCATION:Virtual CATEGORIES:preparedness ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://gilbertarizonastake.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/Pantry-afda3ce93d0ecca1bfcdaecff7d0d8d4-e1782666144411.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260705 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260706 DTSTAMP:20260630T162600Z CREATED:20260630T162559Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260630T162600Z UID:10005070-1783209600-1783295999@gilbertarizonastake.org SUMMARY:2026 July 5: 250 Years - Join a Worldwide Fast & Prayer DESCRIPTION:First Presidency Invites U.S. Saints to Participate in United Fast of Gratitude for Religious Liberty\nAs the United States celebrates the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence\, the First Presidency of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints wrote a letter inviting all to participate in a unified fast. \n“All are invited to participate in a unified fast to express gratitude for religious liberty and to pray that it be strengthened throughout the world\,” wrote President Dallin H. Oaks and his counselors\, President Henry B. Eyring and President D. Todd Christofferson. \nThe fast is scheduled for Sunday\, July 5 — the day after the United States’ Independence Day on July 4. \nThe letter also invites local leaders in the United States to use a new video with President Christofferson and Elder Quentin L. Cook of the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles during a fifth-Sunday meeting on May 31. The video will feature instruction about the significance of the Declaration of Independence\, the Constitution\, and related events that enabled the Restoration of the Church. \nAlong with the video\, members are encouraged to “discuss the importance of the Declaration of Independence and the Constitution and how these documents support religious freedom and our God-given agency.” \nThe letter also invites members to participate in service projects and activities associated with the 250th anniversary observance\, including projects organized through JustServe and FamilySearch. \nJustServe is collaborating with America250 — the official nonpartisan initiative established by Congress to commemorate the United States’ 250th anniversary — to make 2026 a record-setting year of volunteer service. \nFamilySearch International is also collaborating with America250 with special America250-themed experiences. \nFirst Presidency Letter\nThe letter in its entirety reads: \n\nDear Brothers and Sisters: \nThe United States will celebrate the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence throughout 2026. A new video will be available on ChurchofJesusChrist.org in which President D. Todd Christofferson and Elder Quentin L. Cook will offer instruction about the significance of the Declaration of Independence\, the Constitution\, and related events that enabled the Restoration of the Church. All wards and branches in the United States are invited to use this video during a fifth-Sunday meeting on May 31 to discuss the importance of the Declaration of Independence and the Constitution and how these documents support religious freedom and our God-given agency. \nAdditionally\, on Sunday\, July 5\, 2026\, all are invited to participate in a unified fast to express gratitude for religious liberty and to pray that it be strengthened throughout the world. Please convey this invitation to members of your stakes\, wards\, and branches beforehand so they can prayerfully consider the focus of their fast. \nOver the course of 2026\, members are also invited to participate in service projects and activities associated with the 250th anniversary observance\, including projects organized through JustServe and FamilySearch. \nSincerely\, \nThe First Presidency\nDallin H. Oaks\nHenry B. Eyring\nD. Todd Christofferson\n\nShare this:\n Share on Facebook (Opens in new window)\n Facebook\n \n Share on X (Opens in new window)\n X\n \n Share on LinkedIn (Opens in new window)\n LinkedIn\n \n Share on WhatsApp (Opens in new window)\n WhatsApp\n \n Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window)\n Email\n \n Print (Opens in new window)\n Print\n \n\n Related URL:https://gilbertarizonastake.org/event/2026-july-5-250-years-join-a-worldwide-fast-prayer/ LOCATION:Virtual CATEGORIES:activity,children,family,single adult,women,worship,young adults,youth ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://gilbertarizonastake.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/IMG_9893-e1782756807561.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260630T000000 DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260630T233000 DTSTAMP:20260524T010527Z CREATED:20260524T010527Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260524T010527Z UID:10005028-1782777600-1782862200@gilbertarizonastake.org SUMMARY:2026 June Preparedness - Preparativos para Junio DESCRIPTION:2026 June Preparedness \nHave you ever had one of those moments where you ask yourself\, “Why did I do that?” or “Why did I say that?” or one more\, “Why didn’t I follow the instructions?”. Let’s focus a little on the last one. We as members of the church have been counseled and instructed for decades to be prepared. We’ve heard it so much and for so long that when we hear the topic our ears turn off. We hope you don’t turn a blind eye and deaf ear this time.There are so many phases of preparedness it is difficult to capture them all here\, in this article. Everyone is at a different location on the preparedness path\, so we will focus on where to start and how to start. Those of you that have started\, please continue reading\, you may find ideas to help you from where you are currently. \nOk\, where do I start? The best place to start is to make a plan\, nothing fancy\, just a basic plan. It can be updated and expanded later\, after you get the hang of things. Plans often start with the what do we have now column and the what do we need column. Just a simple basic inventory. We would like everyone to get started on a three month supply\, but maybe that isn’t feasible for you in your current situation. If finances are tight\, don’t be embarrassed\, be truly grateful and thank Heavenly Father for all that you have.  He loves you and will bless your efforts\, but you have to be putting in the effort. \nThis is how simple it really is. The next time you go to the store and lets say you need a can of refried beans\, put two in the cart. Now when you get home you have an extra can of refried beans. That’s it\, that’s all there is to it. If you do that each time you go to the store and add an extra can or package of one or two things\, you are doing it and moving in the right direction. Don’t try to fill your pantry all at once\, just do small steps at a time. \nI recently read an article in the “Meridian Magazine”\, “You Are Not Too Broke to Prepare”\, by Carolyn Nicolaysen – May 19\, 2026. Here are some ideas she listed to help us in our quest\, “So how do we build food storage? One small step at a time. Do not become discouraged if you cannot fill your shopping cart with pantry items all at once. Consistency matters far more than speed. Consider the following practical suggestions”: \n\nKnow which stores offer rain checks. Always ask for one when shelves are empty of sale items\, though some seasonal products may be excluded.\nAsk whether stores price match competitors. This can save both time and fuel while helping you maximize savings.\nLearn store sales cycles. Grocery stores often begin new sales midweek\, while pharmacy chains may start sales on Sundays. Understanding sale timing can help you secure pantry staples at the best prices.\nSign up for customer rewards programs. Loyalty cards often provide discounts unavailable to nonmembers.\nTrack prices. Keep a notebook or binder with common grocery prices at stores you frequent. Over time\, you will learn what constitutes a true bargain. Involving older children can also teach them wise shopping habits.\nRemember seasonal sales. Many items follow predictable sale patterns. Cranberry sauce\, pumpkin\, and condensed milk\, for example\, are deeply discounted during the holidays but useful year-round.\nUse coupons wisely. Coupons can often be found in newspapers\, weekly mailers\, and local advertisements.\nCook from scratch whenever possible. Homemade bread\, cookies\, soups\, and casseroles are often far less expensive and healthier than packaged convenience foods.\nTake meals and drinks with you when traveling or attending activities. Packing lunches can significantly reduce spending.\nConsider breakfast for dinner. Meals such as eggs\, pancakes\, hash browns\, and fruit are inexpensive\, nutritious\, and family friendly. A dinner of eggs\, hash browns\, applesauce and juice made from scratch costs less than a dollar per person. The benefits\, save money\, no added preservatives\, eggs are a complete protein and kids love it.\nEat dinner at home more often. If you enjoy date nights\, consider eating at home first and going out for dessert or a treat afterward. If you want to eat out occasionally\, find out what nights your favorite hangouts have special deals or if they have hours with reduced pricing.\nLearn basic cooking skills. A few simple techniques can greatly reduce reliance on costly prepared foods. Learn to cook from scratch. Watch cooking shows\, ask skilled friends or family for tips\, and practice a few basics. Homemade meals are often far less expensive than prepared foods.\nSave leftover ingredients. Extra vegetables can often be chopped and frozen for later use in soups\, casseroles\, and stews.\nUse leftovers creatively. Leftover meats can become tacos\, soups\, casseroles\, salads\, or sandwiches instead of being discarded.\nNever turn down free produce. Excess garden vegetables and fruit can often be canned\, frozen\, or shared.\nPrepare extra baked goods and freeze them. Homemade breads\, cakes\, and muffins freeze well and save money later.\nReduce reliance on boxed breakfast cereals. Oatmeal\, eggs\, pancakes\, and toast are far more economical.\nPurchase larger packages when practical. Bulk buying is often more cost effective.\nStretch expensive foods. Instead of serving several strips of bacon or multiple sausage links per person\, cut them into smaller pieces and mix them into eggs or casseroles for flavor\, leaving half for another meal.\nRepackage snacks yourself. Large bags of chips or crackers are often cheaper than individual servings. Repackage into reusable containers for school and work lunches.\nCombine cereals. Mixing less expensive cereals with favorite name brands can reduce costs while maintaining flavor.\nPrepare economical meals several nights a week. Pasta\, soups\, fried rice\, homemade pizza\, and simple casseroles can stretch the food budget considerably.”\n\nHere are some great thoughts from Former Relief Society General President Sister Barbara B. Smith\, to help us in our preparedness. “Life is made up of small daily acts. Savings in food budgets come by pennies\, not only by dollars. Clothing budgets are cut by mending stitch by stitch\, seam by seam. Houses are kept in good repair nail by nail. Provident homes come not by decree or by broad brushstroke. Provident homes come from small acts performed well day after day. When we see in our minds the great vision\, then we discipline ourselves by steady\, small steps that make it happen.” (Ensign\, Nov. 1980\, p. 86.). Here are links for great information for gardening and general preparedness: \n\nCompanion Planting Chart and Guide for Vegetable Gardens (thespruce.com)\nVegetable Planting Calendar for Maricopa County (arizona.edu)\nhttps://gilbertprepared.org/72-hour-kits/\n\nMay the Lord bless each of us in our efforts as we try to listen and obey. \n— \n2026 Preparativos para junio: \n¿Alguna vez han tenido uno de esos momentos en los que se preguntan: «¿Por qué hice eso?» o «¿Por qué dije eso?»; o\, una más: «¿Por qué no seguí las instrucciones?»? Centrémonos un poco en esta última. Como miembros de la Iglesia\, se nos ha aconsejado e instruido durante décadas que estemos preparados. Hemos escuchado esto tanto y durante tanto tiempo que\, al oír hablar del tema\, nuestros oídos se cierran. Esperamos que\, en esta ocasión\, no hagan la vista gorda ni hagan oídos sordos. Existen tantas facetas de la preparación que resulta difícil abarcarlas todas aquí\, en este artículo. Cada persona se encuentra en un punto diferente del camino de la preparación; por ello\, nos centraremos en por dónde empezar y cómo hacerlo. Aquellos de ustedes que ya han comenzado\, por favor\, continúen leyendo; es posible que encuentren ideas que les sean de utilidad desde el punto en el que se encuentran actualmente. \nBien\, ¿por dónde empiezo? El mejor lugar para comenzar es elaborar un plan; nada sofisticado\, solo un plan básico. Este podrá actualizarse y ampliarse más adelante\, una vez que le hayas tomado el ritmo a las cosas. A menudo\, los planes comienzan con una columna titulada «¿Qué tenemos ahora?» y otra titulada «¿Qué necesitamos?». Se trata\, simplemente\, de un inventario básico. Nos gustaría que todos comenzaran reuniendo una provisión para tres meses\, pero tal vez eso no sea factible para ti en tu situación actual. Si tus finanzas son ajustadas\, no te avergüences; más bien\, siéntete verdaderamente agradecido y da gracias al Padre Celestial por todo lo que tienes. Él te ama y bendecirá tus esfuerzos\, pero es necesario que tú pongas de tu parte. \nAsí de sencillo es en realidad. La próxima vez que vayas a la tienda —supongamos que necesitas una lata de frijoles refritos—\, pon dos en el carrito. De este modo\, al llegar a casa\, tendrás una lata extra de frijoles refritos. Eso es todo; no tiene más complicación. Si haces esto cada vez que vas a la tienda —añadiendo una lata o un paquete extra de uno o dos productos—\, estarás cumpliendo el objetivo y avanzando en la dirección correcta. No intentes llenar tu despensa de una sola vez; simplemente avanza dando pequeños pasos. \nRecientemente leí un artículo en la *Meridian Magazine* titulado «No estás demasiado corto de dinero para prepararte»\, escrito por Carolyn Nicolaysen (19 de mayo de 2026). A continuación\, presento algunas ideas que ella enumeró para ayudarnos en este empeño: «Entonces\, ¿cómo constituimos una reserva de alimentos? Un pequeño paso a la vez. No te desanimes si no puedes llenar tu carrito de la compra con provisiones para la despensa de una sola vez. La constancia importa mucho más que la rapidez. Considera las siguientes sugerencias prácticas»: \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nInfórmese sobre qué tiendas ofrecen vales de reposición (rain checks). Solicite siempre uno cuando los estantes estén vacíos de artículos en oferta\, aunque es posible que algunos productos de temporada queden excluidos. \nPregunte si las tiendas igualan los precios de la competencia. Esto puede ahorrarle tanto tiempo como combustible\, a la vez que le ayuda a maximizar sus ahorros. \nConozca los ciclos de ofertas de las tiendas. Los supermercados a menudo inician sus nuevas ofertas a mitad de semana\, mientras que las cadenas de farmacias pueden comenzar las suyas los domingos. \nComprender el calendario de las ofertas puede ayudarle a adquirir productos básicos para la despensa a los mejores precios. Inscríbase en los programas de recompensas para clientes.\nLas tarjetas de fidelidad suelen ofrecer descuentos que no están disponibles para quienes no son miembros. Lleve un registro de los precios. \nMantenga un cuaderno o una carpeta con los precios habituales de los productos de alimentación en las tiendas que frecuenta. Con el tiempo\, aprenderá a distinguir lo que constituye una verdadera ganga. Involucrar a los hijos mayores en esta tarea también puede enseñarles hábitos de compra inteligentes. Tenga en cuenta las ofertas de temporada. Muchos artículos siguen patrones de descuento predecibles. La salsa de arándanos\, la calabaza y la leche condensada\, por ejemplo\, tienen grandes descuentos durante las festividades\, pero resultan útiles durante todo el año. Utilice los cupones con inteligencia. A menudo\, los cupones se pueden encontrar en periódicos\, folletos publicitarios semanales y anuncios locales.\nCocina desde cero siempre que sea posible. El pan\, las galletas\, las sopas y los guisos caseros suelen ser mucho más económicos y saludables que los alimentos envasados ​​de conveniencia. Lleva contigo tus propias comidas y bebidas cuando viajes o asistas a actividades. Preparar y llevar tu propio almuerzo puede reducir significativamente tus gastos. \nConsidera cenar platos típicos del desayuno. Comidas como huevos\, panqueques\, papas ralladas fritas (*hash browns*) y fruta son económicas\, nutritivas y aptas para toda la familia. Una cena a base de huevos\, papas ralladas\, puré de manzana y jugo\, todo preparado en casa\, cuesta menos de un dólar por persona. Los beneficios son: ahorras dinero\, evitas los conservantes añadidos\, los huevos aportan una proteína completa y a los niños les encanta. \nCena en casa con mayor frecuencia. Si te gusta tener citas nocturnas\, considera cenar primero en casa y salir después solo para tomar el postre o un capricho. Si deseas comer fuera ocasionalmente\, averigua qué noches tus lugares favoritos ofrecen promociones especiales o si tienen horarios con precios reducidos.\nAprende habilidades básicas de cocina. Unas pocas técnicas sencillas pueden reducir en gran medida tu dependencia de los costosos alimentos preparados.Aprende a cocinar desde cero. Mira programas de cocina\, pide consejos a amigos o familiares con experiencia y practica algunas nociones básicas. Las comidas caseras suelen ser mucho más económicas que los alimentos preparados. \nGuarda los ingredientes sobrantes. A menudo\, las verduras que sobran se pueden picar y congelar para utilizarlas más adelante en sopas\, guisos y estofados. \nUtiliza las sobras de forma creativa. Los restos de carne pueden transformarse en tacos\, sopas\, guisos\, ensaladas o sándwiches\, en lugar de ser desechados.\nNunca rechace productos frescos gratuitos. El exceso de verduras y frutas del huerto a menudo se puede envasar\, congelar o compartir. Prepare productos de repostería adicionales y congélelos. Los panes\, pasteles y muffins caseros se congelan muy bien y permiten ahorrar dinero más adelante. \nReduzca su dependencia de los cereales de desayuno en caja. La avena\, los huevos\, las tortitas y las tostadas resultan mucho más económicos. \nCompre envases de mayor tamaño siempre que sea práctico. Comprar al por mayor suele ser más rentable. Rinda al máximo los alimentos costosos. En lugar de servir varias tiras de tocino o múltiples salchichas por persona\, córtelas en trozos más pequeños y mézclelas con huevos o guisos para aportar sabor\, reservando la mitad para otra comida. \nReempaque usted mismo los aperitivos. Las bolsas grandes de papas fritas o galletas saladas suelen ser más baratas que las porciones individuales. Reempaque el contenido en recipientes reutilizables para los almuerzos escolares y laborales. \nCombine cereales. Mezclar cereales más económicos con sus marcas favoritas puede reducir los costos sin sacrificar el sabor. \nPrepare comidas económicas varias noches a la semana. La pasta\, las sopas\, el arroz frito\, la pizza casera y los guisos sencillos pueden estirar considerablemente el presupuesto de alimentación.\n\nHe aquí algunas reflexiones excelentes de la expresidenta general de la Sociedad de Socorro\, la hermana Barbara B. Smith\, para ayudarnos en nuestra preparación: «La vida se compone de pequeños actos cotidianos. El ahorro en el presupuesto de alimentos se logra céntimo a céntimo\, no solo dólar a dólar. El presupuesto de vestimenta se reduce remendando puntada a puntada\, costura a costura. Las casas se mantienen en buen estado clavo a clavo. Los hogares previsores no surgen por decreto ni de un solo trazo general; los hogares previsores provienen de pequeños actos bien realizados\, día tras día. Cuando visualizamos en nuestra mente esa gran visión\, nos disciplinamos mediante pasos pequeños y constantes que la hacen realidad». (Ensign\, nov. de 1980\, pág. 86). A continuación\, encontrará enlaces con información excelente sobre jardinería y preparación general: \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTabla y guía de siembra asociada para huertos (thespruce.com) \nCalendario de siembra de hortalizas para el condado de Maricopa (arizona.edu) \nhttps://gilbertprepared.org/72-hour-kits/ \n\nQue el Señor nos bendiga a cada uno de nosotros en nuestros esfuerzos al tratar de escuchar y obedecer. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nShare this:\n Share on Facebook (Opens in new window)\n Facebook\n \n Share on X (Opens in new window)\n X\n \n Share on LinkedIn (Opens in new window)\n LinkedIn\n \n Share on WhatsApp (Opens in new window)\n WhatsApp\n \n Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window)\n Email\n \n Print (Opens in new window)\n Print\n \n\n Related URL:https://gilbertarizonastake.org/event/2026-june-preparedness-preparativos-para-junio/ LOCATION:Virtual CATEGORIES:preparedness ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://gilbertarizonastake.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/Food-Storage-967b0e9703baf71ac4d56cc898b1d943-e1779581919413.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260426 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260427 DTSTAMP:20260330T221012Z CREATED:20260330T215430Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260330T221012Z UID:10004924-1777161600-1777247999@gilbertarizonastake.org SUMMARY:2026 April Preparedness - Preparación para abril DESCRIPTION:Hopefully\, during the month of March you were able to plan your garden and plant. If not\, don’t despair! It may be too late to plant seeds\, but you still have time to get some plants from a nursery and plant them. Did you know some vegetables and herbs like to be by each other? This is called companion planting. Here is a link to a website that talks about this subject. There are a lot of adds\, but the information is good. Or you can search it out on your own. \nCompanion Planting Chart and Guide for Vegetable Gardens (thespruce.com) \nVegetable Planting Calendar for Maricopa County (arizona.edu) \nOne item that should be at the top of your priority list is 72 hour kits. If you haven’t updated yours in a while\, take some time this month and make sure everything is current and all clothes fit. Keep in mind the kids grow and what was packed six months ago may not fit anymore. If you need help with ideas for putting your kits together or updating\, please check out the 72 hour kit section the website: \nhttps://gilbertprepared.org/72-hour-kits/ \nHere are some great thoughts from Elder Bednar to help us in our spiritual preparedness: \nWe Will Prove Them Herewith | David A. Bednar | October 2020YouTube · General Conference of The Church of Jesus ChristOct 4\, 2020 \n“Some Church members opine that emergency plans and supplies\, food storage\, and 72-hour kits must not be important anymore because the Brethren have not spoken recently and extensively about these and related topics in general conference. But repeated admonitions to prepare have been proclaimed by leaders of the Church for decades. The consistency of prophetic counsel over time creates a powerful concert of clarity and a warning volume far louder than solo performances can ever produce. Just as challenging times reveal inadequacies in temporal preparedness\, so too the maladies of spiritual casualness and complacency inflict their most detrimental effects during difficult trials…Thus saith the Lord God: I will give unto the children of men line upon line\, precept upon precept\, here a little and there a little; and blessed are those who hearken unto my precepts\, and lend an ear unto my counsel\, for they shall learn wisdom; for unto him that receiveth I will give more. I invite each of us to “consider [our] ways” and “examine [ourselves]\, whether [we] be in the faith; [and] prove [our] own selves.” What have we learned during these recent months of lifestyle adjustments and restrictions? What do we need to improve in our lives spiritually\, physically\, socially\, emotionally\, and intellectually? Now is the time to prepare and prove ourselves willing and able to do all things whatsoever the Lord our God shall command us.” \n— \nEsperamos que\, durante el mes de marzo\, hayas podido planificar tu jardín y realizar la siembra. Si no fue así\, ¡no te desesperes! Quizás ya sea demasiado tarde para sembrar semillas\, pero aún estás a tiempo de conseguir algunas plantas en un vivero y trasplantarlas. ¿Sabías que a algunas hortalizas y hierbas les gusta estar cerca unas de otras? A esto se le llama siembra asociada. Aquí tienes un enlace a un sitio web que aborda este tema. Hay muchos anuncios\, pero la información es buena. O\, si lo prefieres\, puedes buscar información por tu cuenta. \nCompanion Planting Chart and Guide for Vegetable Gardens (thespruce.com) \nVegetable Planting Calendar for Maricopa County (arizona.edu) \nUn elemento que debería ocupar el primer lugar en su lista de prioridades son los kits de 72 horas. Si hace tiempo que no actualiza el suyo\, dedique un momento este mes a asegurarse de que todo esté al día y de que toda la ropa le quede bien. Tenga en cuenta que los niños crecen y que lo que se guardó hace seis meses podría ya no servirles. Si necesita ideas o ayuda para preparar o actualizar sus kits\, por favor consulte la sección de kits de 72 horas en el sitio web: \nhttps://gilbertprepared.org/72-hour-kits/ \nAquí hay algunas reflexiones excelentes del élder Bednar para ayudarnos en nuestra preparación espiritual: \nWe Will Prove Them Herewith | David A. Bednar | October 2020YouTube · General Conference of The Church of Jesus ChristOct 4\, 2020 \n“Algunos miembros de la Iglesia opinan que los planes y provisiones de emergencia\, el almacenamiento de alimentos y los kits de 72 horas ya no deben ser importantes\, dado que los Hermanos no han hablado reciente ni extensamente sobre estos temas —y otros relacionados— en la conferencia general. Sin embargo\, los líderes de la Iglesia han proclamado\, durante décadas\, reiteradas admoniciones para que nos preparemos. La constancia del consejo profético a lo largo del tiempo crea un poderoso concierto de claridad y un volumen de advertencia mucho más fuerte de lo que cualquier actuación en solitario podría producir jamás. Así como los tiempos difíciles revelan las deficiencias en la preparación temporal\, del mismo modo las dolencias de la indiferencia y la complacencia espirituales infligen sus efectos más perjudiciales durante las pruebas difíciles… Así dice el Señor Dios: Daré a los hijos de los hombres línea sobre línea\, precepto sobre precepto\, un poco aquí y un poco allí; y benditos son aquellos que escuchan mis preceptos y prestan oído a mi consejo\, pues aprenderán sabiduría; porque a aquel que recibe\, más le daré. Invito a cada uno de nosotros a «considerar [nuestros] caminos» y a «examina[rnos] a [nosotros] mismos\, si [estamos] en la fe; [y] proba[rnos] a [nosotros] mismos». ¿Qué hemos aprendido durante estos meses recientes de ajustes y restricciones en nuestro estilo de vida? ¿Qué necesitamos mejorar en nuestras vidas en los aspectos espiritual\, físico\, social\, emocional e intelectual? Ahora es el momento de prepararnos y demostrar que estamos dispuestos y somos capaces de hacer todo cuanto el Señor nuestro Dios nos mande.” \n  \nShare this:\n Share on Facebook (Opens in new window)\n Facebook\n \n Share on X (Opens in new window)\n X\n \n Share on LinkedIn (Opens in new window)\n LinkedIn\n \n Share on WhatsApp (Opens in new window)\n WhatsApp\n \n Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window)\n Email\n \n Print (Opens in new window)\n Print\n \n\n Related URL:https://gilbertarizonastake.org/event/2026-april-preparedness-preparacion-para-abril/ LOCATION:Virtual CATEGORIES:activity,preparedness ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://gilbertarizonastake.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/Food-Storage-7139332b1bd109bc7851abc7036b76ba-e1774907579981.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260405T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260405T150000 DTSTAMP:20260214T184857Z CREATED:20260202T020414Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260214T184857Z UID:10004152-1775394000-1775401200@gilbertarizonastake.org SUMMARY:2026 April General Conference - Conferencia General de Abril DESCRIPTION:The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints welcomes all to join with millions of people worldwide to hear inspiring messages of hope and renewal from living prophets and apostles during the upcoming general conference on Saturday and Sunday\, October 4-5\, 2025. \nThe global broadcast originates from the Conference Center in Salt Lake City\, Utah\, USA\, and consists of five unique\, two-hour general sessions for all audiences over two days. \nA month prior to the event you will find information by clicking here! \n— \nLa Iglesia de Jesucristo de los Santos de los Últimos Días invita a todos a unirse a millones de personas en todo el mundo para escuchar mensajes inspiradores de esperanza y renovación de profetas y apóstoles vivientes durante la próxima conferencia general\, que se llevará a cabo el sábado 4 y el domingo 5 de octubre de 2025. \nLa transmisión mundial se origina en el Centro de Conferencias en Salt Lake City\, Utah\, EE. UU.\, y consta de cinco sesiones generales de dos horas cada una\, dirigidas a todo público\, a lo largo de dos días. \nUn mes antes del evento\, encontrará más información haciendo clic aquí. \nShare this:\n Share on Facebook (Opens in new window)\n Facebook\n \n Share on X (Opens in new window)\n X\n \n Share on LinkedIn (Opens in new window)\n LinkedIn\n \n Share on WhatsApp (Opens in new window)\n WhatsApp\n \n Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window)\n Email\n \n Print (Opens in new window)\n Print\n \n\n Related URL:https://gilbertarizonastake.org/event/2026-april-general-conference/2026-04-05/2/ LOCATION:Virtual CATEGORIES:activity,children,family,single adult,worship,young adults,youth ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://gilbertarizonastake.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/general_conference_photos-e1737564479461.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260405T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260405T110000 DTSTAMP:20260214T184857Z CREATED:20260202T020414Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260214T184857Z UID:10004151-1775379600-1775386800@gilbertarizonastake.org SUMMARY:2026 April General Conference - Conferencia General de Abril DESCRIPTION:The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints welcomes all to join with millions of people worldwide to hear inspiring messages of hope and renewal from living prophets and apostles during the upcoming general conference on Saturday and Sunday\, October 4-5\, 2025. \nThe global broadcast originates from the Conference Center in Salt Lake City\, Utah\, USA\, and consists of five unique\, two-hour general sessions for all audiences over two days. \nA month prior to the event you will find information by clicking here! \n— \nLa Iglesia de Jesucristo de los Santos de los Últimos Días invita a todos a unirse a millones de personas en todo el mundo para escuchar mensajes inspiradores de esperanza y renovación de profetas y apóstoles vivientes durante la próxima conferencia general\, que se llevará a cabo el sábado 4 y el domingo 5 de octubre de 2025. \nLa transmisión mundial se origina en el Centro de Conferencias en Salt Lake City\, Utah\, EE. UU.\, y consta de cinco sesiones generales de dos horas cada una\, dirigidas a todo público\, a lo largo de dos días. \nUn mes antes del evento\, encontrará más información haciendo clic aquí. \nShare this:\n Share on Facebook (Opens in new window)\n Facebook\n \n Share on X (Opens in new window)\n X\n \n Share on LinkedIn (Opens in new window)\n LinkedIn\n \n Share on WhatsApp (Opens in new window)\n WhatsApp\n \n Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window)\n Email\n \n Print (Opens in new window)\n Print\n \n\n Related URL:https://gilbertarizonastake.org/event/2026-april-general-conference/2026-04-05/1/ LOCATION:Virtual CATEGORIES:activity,children,family,single adult,worship,young adults,youth ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://gilbertarizonastake.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/general_conference_photos-e1737564479461.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260404T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260404T150000 DTSTAMP:20260214T184857Z CREATED:20260202T020414Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260214T184857Z UID:10004150-1775307600-1775314800@gilbertarizonastake.org SUMMARY:2026 April General Conference - Conferencia General de Abril DESCRIPTION:The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints welcomes all to join with millions of people worldwide to hear inspiring messages of hope and renewal from living prophets and apostles during the upcoming general conference on Saturday and Sunday\, October 4-5\, 2025. \nThe global broadcast originates from the Conference Center in Salt Lake City\, Utah\, USA\, and consists of five unique\, two-hour general sessions for all audiences over two days. \nA month prior to the event you will find information by clicking here! \n— \nLa Iglesia de Jesucristo de los Santos de los Últimos Días invita a todos a unirse a millones de personas en todo el mundo para escuchar mensajes inspiradores de esperanza y renovación de profetas y apóstoles vivientes durante la próxima conferencia general\, que se llevará a cabo el sábado 4 y el domingo 5 de octubre de 2025. \nLa transmisión mundial se origina en el Centro de Conferencias en Salt Lake City\, Utah\, EE. UU.\, y consta de cinco sesiones generales de dos horas cada una\, dirigidas a todo público\, a lo largo de dos días. \nUn mes antes del evento\, encontrará más información haciendo clic aquí. \nShare this:\n Share on Facebook (Opens in new window)\n Facebook\n \n Share on X (Opens in new window)\n X\n \n Share on LinkedIn (Opens in new window)\n LinkedIn\n \n Share on WhatsApp (Opens in new window)\n WhatsApp\n \n Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window)\n Email\n \n Print (Opens in new window)\n Print\n \n\n Related URL:https://gilbertarizonastake.org/event/2026-april-general-conference/2026-04-04/2/ LOCATION:Virtual CATEGORIES:activity,children,family,single adult,worship,young adults,youth ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://gilbertarizonastake.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/general_conference_photos-e1737564479461.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260404T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260404T110000 DTSTAMP:20260214T184857Z CREATED:20260202T020414Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260214T184857Z UID:10004149-1775293200-1775300400@gilbertarizonastake.org SUMMARY:2026 April General Conference - Conferencia General de Abril DESCRIPTION:The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints welcomes all to join with millions of people worldwide to hear inspiring messages of hope and renewal from living prophets and apostles during the upcoming general conference on Saturday and Sunday\, October 4-5\, 2025. \nThe global broadcast originates from the Conference Center in Salt Lake City\, Utah\, USA\, and consists of five unique\, two-hour general sessions for all audiences over two days. \nA month prior to the event you will find information by clicking here! \n— \nLa Iglesia de Jesucristo de los Santos de los Últimos Días invita a todos a unirse a millones de personas en todo el mundo para escuchar mensajes inspiradores de esperanza y renovación de profetas y apóstoles vivientes durante la próxima conferencia general\, que se llevará a cabo el sábado 4 y el domingo 5 de octubre de 2025. \nLa transmisión mundial se origina en el Centro de Conferencias en Salt Lake City\, Utah\, EE. UU.\, y consta de cinco sesiones generales de dos horas cada una\, dirigidas a todo público\, a lo largo de dos días. \nUn mes antes del evento\, encontrará más información haciendo clic aquí. \nShare this:\n Share on Facebook (Opens in new window)\n Facebook\n \n Share on X (Opens in new window)\n X\n \n Share on LinkedIn (Opens in new window)\n LinkedIn\n \n Share on WhatsApp (Opens in new window)\n WhatsApp\n \n Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window)\n Email\n \n Print (Opens in new window)\n Print\n \n\n Related URL:https://gilbertarizonastake.org/event/2026-april-general-conference/2026-04-04/1/ LOCATION:Virtual CATEGORIES:activity,children,family,single adult,worship,young adults,youth ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://gilbertarizonastake.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/general_conference_photos-e1737564479461.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260305 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260308 DTSTAMP:20260214T175914Z CREATED:20260214T175701Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260214T175914Z UID:10004170-1772668800-1772927999@gilbertarizonastake.org SUMMARY:2026 RootsTech and Family Discovery Day - RootsTech y el Día de descubrimiento familiar DESCRIPTION:2026 RootsTech and Family Discovery Day\nRootsTech 2026 is a three-day global online and in-person family celebration conference happening March 5 through March 7 in Salt Lake City. \nRootsTech\, hosted each year by FamilySearch International and supported by The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints\, is the largest family history event in the world. It includes an in-person event in the Salt Palace Convention Center in Salt Lake City to complement its online experience. \nMillions of virtual and in-person attendees are expected to participate for inspiring keynote addresses\, instructive classes\, innovative technologies\, and the ability to help them remember and celebrate their family\, life\, adventures and memories. \nFamily Discovery Day\nFamily Discovery Day is a one-day event designed specifically for Latter-day Saints on the last day of RootsTech\, March 7\, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Watch in person on Saturday\, March 7\, at 1:30 p.m.\, or online on RootsTech.org\, FamilySearch on YouTube\, Gospel Stream\, Broadcasts.ChurchofJesusChrist.org and Gospel Library. \n\nLearn more about sessions created specifically for Latter-day Saints on RootsTech.org.\n\nLanguages and Viewing Options\nRootsTech and Family Discovery Day content will be available in English\, Spanish\, Portuguese\, French\, Italian\, German\, Russian\, Japanese\, Korean\, Cantonese and Mandarin. \nIn addition to RootsTech.org\, you can stream sessions on the Church’s YouTube inspiration channel and the Gospel Stream app in English\, Spanish\, Portuguese and French (download the app on Apple Mobile\, Apple TV\, Google Play\, Google TV\, Roku and Amazon Fire Devices). \nHow to Register\nRegistration for the entire three days of RootsTech is now open at RootsTech.org. Class schedule will be posted online end of January 2025. \nThe free online event features: \n\n200-plus new on-demand class sessions and classes\nMain stage presentations and keynote speakers\nChat support and online research consultations\nConnection with cousins using Relatives at RootsTech and messaging\nVirtual expo hall\n\nThe three-day\, in-person experience at the Convention Center in Salt Lake City\, Utah\, is $109. A one-day pass is $69. Both options include access to the virtual events\, and: \n\n180-plus in-person class sessions with Q&As\nIn-person research help at the FamilySearch Library\nHands-on sponsor demonstrations in the expo hall\nConnection with friends and cousins in person\n\nAccess to the expo hall in Salt Lake City is free and will include more than 200 exhibitors\, product demonstrations and interactions with research specialists. \nKeynote Speakers\nFor more information about RootsTech 2025\, including keynote speakers\, visit RootsTech.org \n  \nRootsTech y el Día de descubrimiento familiar\nRootsTech 2025 es una conferencia mundial\, en línea y en persona\, que celebrará la familia durante tres días\, desde el 5 de marzo hasta el 7 de marzo\, en Salt Lake City. \nRootsTech\, organizada cada año por FamilySearch International con el apoyo de La Iglesia de Jesucristo de los Santos de los Últimos Días\, es el evento de historia familiar más importante del mundo. Para complementar su experiencia en línea\, incluye un evento presencial en el Salt Palace Convention Center\, en Salt Lake City. \nSe prevé que millones de personas asistan en formato virtual o físicamente\, y participen en discursos inspiradores\, clases instructivas y tecnología innovadora que puedan ayudarlas a recordar y celebrar su familia\, su vida\, sus aventuras y sus recuerdos. \nDía de descubrimiento familiar\nEl Día de descubrimiento familiar es un evento de un día\, creado específicamente para los Santos de los Últimos Días\, que tendrá lugar el último día de RootsTech\, el 7 de marzo\, desde las 9:00 hasta las 15:00 horas. Incluye un video inédito del difunto presidente M. Russell Ballard\, del Cuórum de los Doce Apóstoles\, grabado antes de que falleciera. En el video\, el presidente Ballard rememora su matrimonio y los momentos de descubrimiento de su propia familia. Míralo en persona el sábado 7 de marzo\, a las 13:30 horas\, o en línea en RootsTech.org\, en FamilySearch en YouTube\, en Transmisiones del Evangelio\, en Broadcasts.ChurchofJesusChrist.org y en Biblioteca del Evangelio. \n\nObtén más información sobre las sesiones creadas específicamente para los Santos de los Últimos Días en RootsTech.org\n\nOpciones de idiomas y visualización\nEl contenido de RootsTech y el Día de descubrimiento familiar estará disponible en español\, alemán\, cantonés\, coreano\, francés\, inglés\, italiano\, japonés\, mandarín\, portugués y ruso. \nAdemás de RootsTech.org\, puedes transmitir las sesiones en el canal Inspiración de la Iglesia en YouTube\, así como en la aplicación Transmisiones del Evangelio en español\, francés\, inglés y portugués (puedes descargarte la aplicación en Apple Mobile\, Apple TV\, Google Play\, Google TV\, Roku y en los dispositivos Fire de Amazon). \nCómo inscribirse\nLa inscripción para los tres días completos de RootsTech ya está abierta en RootsTech.org. Los horarios de las clases se publicarán en línea el 24 de enero. \nEl evento gratuito en línea contará con lo siguiente: \n\nMás de doscientas nuevas sesiones y clases a pedido\nPresentaciones y discursantes destacados en el escenario principal\nSoporte por medio de chat y consultas sobre investigación en línea\nConexión con primos mediante Familiares en RootsTech y mensajería\nSala de exposiciones virtual\n\nLa experiencia en persona de tres días en el Convention Center de Salt Lake City\, Utah\, cuesta USD 109. El pase de un día cuesta USD 69. Ambas opciones incluyen el acceso a los eventos virtuales y\, además: \n\nMás de 180 sesiones de clase en persona\, con tiempo para preguntas y respuestas\nAyuda para la investigación en persona en la Biblioteca de FamilySearch\nDemostraciones prácticas de patrocinadores en la sala de exposiciones\nConexión con amigos y primos en persona\n\nEl acceso a la sala de exposiciones en Salt Lake City es gratuito e incluirá más de doscientos expositores\, demostraciones de productos e interacciones con especialistas en investigación. \nDiscursantes principales\nPara obtener más información sobre RootsTech 2024\, incluidos sus discursantes principales\, visita RootsTech.org. \nShare this:\n Share on Facebook (Opens in new window)\n Facebook\n \n Share on X (Opens in new window)\n X\n \n Share on LinkedIn (Opens in new window)\n LinkedIn\n \n Share on WhatsApp (Opens in new window)\n WhatsApp\n \n Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window)\n Email\n \n Print (Opens in new window)\n Print\n \n\n Related URL:https://gilbertarizonastake.org/event/2026-rootstech-and-family-discovery-day-rootstech-y-el-dia-de-descubrimiento-familiar/ LOCATION:Virtual CATEGORIES:activity,children,family,family search,young adults,youth ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://gilbertarizonastake.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/2026-rootstech-registration-e1771086459716.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260201T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260201T190000 DTSTAMP:20260115T191931Z CREATED:20260115T000133Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260115T191931Z UID:10004131-1769968800-1769972400@gilbertarizonastake.org SUMMARY:2026 Worldwide Devotional for Young Adults - Devocional mundial para jóvenes adultos DESCRIPTION:Young adults of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints are invited to gather and view a special devotional with Elder Patrick Kearon of the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles and Sister Jennifer Kearon. The Broadcast Origination from the Conference Center in Salt Lake City\, Utah\, Will be available on February 1\, 2026. \nHow to Watch: View the devotional live and on-demand on Youtube and for two weeks after at  broadcasts.ChurchofJesusChrist.org. The devotional will also be published for study and review in the Gospel Library. \n— \nSe invita a los jóvenes adultos de La Iglesia de Jesucristo de los Santos de los Últimos Días a reunirse para ver un devocional especial con el élder Patrick Kearon\, del Cuórum de los Doce Apóstoles\, y la hermana Jennifer Kearon. La transmisión\, originada en el Centro de Conferencias de Salt Lake City\, Utah\, estará disponible el 1 de febrero de 2026. \nCómo verlo: Puedes ver la devoción en directo y bajo demanda en Youtube\, y durante las dos semanas siguientes en broadcasts.ChurchofJesusChrist.org. La devoción también se publicará para su estudio y consulta en la Gospel Library. \nShare this:\n Share on Facebook (Opens in new window)\n Facebook\n \n Share on X (Opens in new window)\n X\n \n Share on LinkedIn (Opens in new window)\n LinkedIn\n \n Share on WhatsApp (Opens in new window)\n WhatsApp\n \n Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window)\n Email\n \n Print (Opens in new window)\n Print\n \n\n Related URL:https://gilbertarizonastake.org/event/2026-worldwide-devotional-for-young-adults/ LOCATION:Virtual CATEGORIES:activity,young adults ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://gilbertarizonastake.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/2026Devotional-YoungAdult-e1768488576957.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20251207T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20251207T190000 DTSTAMP:20251114T042038Z CREATED:20251114T042038Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251114T042038Z UID:10004074-1765130400-1765134000@gilbertarizonastake.org SUMMARY:2025 First Presidency Christmas Devotional DESCRIPTION:The First Presidency of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints invites individuals\, families\, and friends to watch the First Presidency’s annual Christmas devotional broadcast on Sunday\, December 7\, 2025. \nThe Christ-centered devotional will include messages from Church leaders and music performed by The Tabernacle Choir and Orchestra at Temple Square. \nThis year\, the broadcast will not be a live or ticketed event open to the public. Instead\, the prerecorded broadcast was filmed on the set of the Church’s “Savior of the World” production in Salt Lake City. \nHow to View: \nOn Sunday\, December 7\, at 6 p.m. Mountain Standard Time\, the broadcast will be streamed on the following channels: \nBroadcasts.ChurchofJesusChrist.org (39 languages)\nBYUtv\nYouTube (12 languages)\nGospel Library \nShare this:\n Share on Facebook (Opens in new window)\n Facebook\n \n Share on X (Opens in new window)\n X\n \n Share on LinkedIn (Opens in new window)\n LinkedIn\n \n Share on WhatsApp (Opens in new window)\n WhatsApp\n \n Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window)\n Email\n \n Print (Opens in new window)\n Print\n \n\n Related URL:https://gilbertarizonastake.org/event/2025-first-presidency-christmas-devotional/ LOCATION:Virtual CATEGORIES:activity,family ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://gilbertarizonastake.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/9ysfk5wjrbr0i7pfi9ftvw8v6y3lszhrtor5fshy-e1763093993826.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20251124T000000 DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20251124T233000 DTSTAMP:20251026T222016Z CREATED:20251026T222016Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251026T222016Z UID:10004072-1763942400-1764027000@gilbertarizonastake.org SUMMARY:2025 November: Power Preparedness - Preparación energética DESCRIPTION:This past month\, our valley experienced a couple of big storms. As we all know\, power outages can happen anytime—whether from weather or other unexpected causes. It’s always a good idea to be prepared before they happen! Here are a few helpful tips from the iwillprepare.com website. \nWhat to do BEFORE the Power Goes Out: Power outages are one of the most frequently occurring emergencies. They also frequently accompany many natural and other disasters and emergencies. Long-term power outages may also lead to other utility outages. (i.e. Our water supply depends on pumps powered by electricity. If backup power runs out\, so will the water). \nPrepare for a potential power outage by doing the following: \n\nHave a supply of easy to find flashlights and fresh batteries on-hand.\nProtect your sensitive electronics by having them connected to surge protectors and UPS’s (Uninterruptable Power Supplies).\nHave a supply of potable water and food you don’t have to cook or non-electric cooking supplies so you can cook several days worth of meals. Don’t use BBQ’s or camp stoves indoors. (See Cooking Without Electricity).\n\nWhat to do WHEN the Power Goes Out: \n\nReport the outage to the power company. If localized\, they may not be aware of the outage.\nIf there are downed power lines in the area\, call 911 immediately. Keep people at least 100 feet away. Do not attempt to rescue someone trapped by a downed line. Assume all downed power lines are energized.\nDo not shower during an electrical storm. Lightning can travel through pipes.\nDo not make phone calls using land-lines during an electrical storm. Lightning can travel through the phone lines.\nTurn off or unplug major appliances and most light switches. When the power is restored\, and all electrical devices turn on at the same moment\, may cause an area wide circuit overload and lead to a second power outage.\nBe aware that food in your refrigerator and freezer will spoil quickly without power. If you don’t have a generator to provide backup power. Be prepared to consume or cook what you can quickly before the internal food temperature reaches 40ºF.\nSeek shelter in areas where the power is on if temperatures are extreme or you have particular medical needs.\nKeep the refrigerator closed to extend the life of your food.\nFor extensive or long-term power outages\, listen to a battery or crank powered radio for important updates.\n\nWhat to Do AFTER the Power is Restored: \n\nWait a couple minutes before turning on all lights and appliances following the restoration of power to avoid circuit overload.\nDispose of questionable food from your refrigerator or freezer that has reached internal temperatures of 40ºF or higher.\n\n  \nEl mes pasado\, nuestro valle experimentó un par de grandes tormentas. Como todos sabemos\, los cortes de energía pueden ocurrir en cualquier momento\, ya sea por el clima u otras causas inesperadas. ¡Siempre es una buena idea estar preparado antes de que sucedan! A continuación se ofrecen algunos consejos útiles del sitio web iwillprepare.com \nQué hacer ANTES de que se corte la energía: Los cortes de energía son una de las emergencias que ocurren con más frecuencia. También suelen acompañar a muchos desastres y emergencias naturales y de otro tipo. Los cortes de energía a largo plazo también pueden provocar otros cortes de servicios públicos. (es decir\, nuestro suministro de agua depende de bombas alimentadas por electricidad. Si se acaba la energía de respaldo\, también se acabará el agua). \nPrepárese para un posible corte de energía haciendo lo siguiente: \n\nTenga a mano un suministro de linternas fáciles de encontrar y baterías nuevas.  \nProteja sus dispositivos electrónicos sensibles conectándolos a protectores contra sobretensiones y UPS (fuentes de alimentación ininterrumpida).  \nTenga un suministro de agua potable y alimentos que no tenga que cocinar o suministros de cocina que no sean eléctricos para que pueda cocinar comidas para varios días. No utilice barbacoas ni estufas de campamento en el interior. (Ver Cocinar sin electricidad).\n\nWhat to do WHEN the Power Goes Out: \n\nInforme el corte a la compañía eléctrica. Si están localizados\, es posible que no se den cuenta de la interrupción. \nSi hay líneas eléctricas caídas en el área\, llame al 911 de inmediato. Mantenga a las personas al menos a 100 pies de distancia. No intente rescatar a alguien atrapado por una línea caída. \nSuponga que todas las líneas eléctricas caídas están energizadas. No se duche durante una tormenta eléctrica. Los rayos pueden viajar a través de las tuberías. \nNo haga llamadas telefónicas a través de líneas fijas durante una tormenta eléctrica. Los rayos pueden viajar a través de las líneas telefónicas. \nApague o desenchufe los electrodomésticos principales y la mayoría de los interruptores de luz. Cuando se restablece la energía y todos los dispositivos eléctricos se encienden al mismo tiempo\, puede causar una sobrecarga del circuito en toda el área y provocar un segundo corte de energía.  \nTenga en cuenta que los alimentos en su refrigerador y congelador se estropearán rápidamente sin electricidad. Si no tiene un generador para proporcionar energía de respaldo. Esté preparado para consumir o cocinar lo que pueda rápidamente antes de que la temperatura interna de los alimentos alcance los 40ºF. \nBusque refugio en áreas donde haya electricidad si las temperaturas son extremas o si tiene necesidades médicas particulares. \nMantenga el frigorífico cerrado para prolongar la vida útil de sus alimentos. \nEn caso de cortes de energía extensos o prolongados\, escuche una radio alimentada por batería o por manivela para obtener actualizaciones importantes.\n\nQué hacer DESPUÉS de que se restablezca la energía: \n\nEspere un par de minutos antes de encender todas las luces y electrodomésticos después del restablecimiento de la energía para evitar la sobrecarga del circuito.\nDeseche los alimentos cuestionables de su refrigerador o congelador que hayan alcanzado temperaturas internas de 40ºF o más.\n\nShare this:\n Share on Facebook (Opens in new window)\n Facebook\n \n Share on X (Opens in new window)\n X\n \n Share on LinkedIn (Opens in new window)\n LinkedIn\n \n Share on WhatsApp (Opens in new window)\n WhatsApp\n \n Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window)\n Email\n \n Print (Opens in new window)\n Print\n \n\n Related URL:https://gilbertarizonastake.org/event/2025-november-power-preparedness-preparacion-energetica/ LOCATION:Virtual CATEGORIES:preparedness ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://gilbertarizonastake.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/Power-Outage-897a0969371ace5cb8b61395dd907e94-e1761517015907.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20251108T200000 DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20251108T210000 DTSTAMP:20251014T020851Z CREATED:20251014T020851Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251014T020851Z UID:10003833-1762632000-1762635600@gilbertarizonastake.org SUMMARY:Luz de las Naciones (Light of the Nations) Broadcast DESCRIPTION:“Luz de las Naciones” (Light of the Nations)\, an annual showcase of Latino cultures from across the world hosted by The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints\, will be November 7 and November 8\, 2025. This year’s theme is “Paz que Ilumina” (Peace That Shines). \nTickets\nThe link for online ticket reservations opens on Tuesday\, October 14\, at 10 a.m. Mountain Daylight Time for the live performances on Friday\, November 7\, and Saturday\, November 8\, at 8 p.m. Mountain Standard Time in the Conference Center in Salt Lake City\, Utah. Admission is free\, but tickets are required. Click here. \nView Online or On-Demand\nWatch the live broadcast in Spanish on Saturday\, November 8\, at 8 p.m. MST on the Luz de las Naciones website. English and Portuguese versions with subtitles will also be available. \nThe live event will be recorded for on-demand viewing on the Luz de las Naciones website\, broadcasts.ChurchofJesusChrist.org\, Stream app and YouTube (Spanish | Portuguese). \nFor more information click here. \n“Luz de las Naciones”\, una muestra anual de las culturas latinoamericanas organizada por La Iglesia de Jesucristo de los Santos de los Últimos Días\, tendrá lugar el 7 y el 8 de noviembre de 2025. El lema de este año es “Paz que ilumina”. \nBoletos\nLas presentaciones en vivo serán el viernes 7 y el sábado 8 de noviembre a las 20:00 h\, hora de Salt Lake City\, en el Centro de Conferencias de Salt Lake City\, Utah. El enlace para reservar entradas en línea se abre el martes 14 de octubre a las 10 a.m.\, hora de verano de la montaña. \nVer en línea o a pedido\nMira la transmisión en directo en español el sábado 8 de noviembre a las 20:00 h\, hora de Salt Lake City\, en el sitio web Luz de las Naciones. También habrá versiones disponibles en inglés y portugués con subtítulos. \nEl evento en directo se grabará para que se pueda ver a pedido en el sitio web Luz de las Naciones\, en broadcasts.ChurchofJesusChrist.org\, en la aplicación de Transmisiones y en YouTube (Español | Portugués). \nPara más información haga clic aquí. \nShare this:\n Share on Facebook (Opens in new window)\n Facebook\n \n Share on X (Opens in new window)\n X\n \n Share on LinkedIn (Opens in new window)\n LinkedIn\n \n Share on WhatsApp (Opens in new window)\n WhatsApp\n \n Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window)\n Email\n \n Print (Opens in new window)\n Print\n \n\n Related URL:https://gilbertarizonastake.org/event/luz-de-las-naciones-light-of-the-nations-broadcast-2/ LOCATION:Virtual CATEGORIES:activity,family ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://gilbertarizonastake.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/Mon-Sep-22-2025-121152-GMT-0600-Mountain-Daylight-Time-LDLN-Awareness-Poster-24x36_NA-EN-1-e1760407702657.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20251031T000000 DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20251031T235900 DTSTAMP:20250930T005918Z CREATED:20250930T005655Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250930T005918Z UID:10003829-1761868800-1761955140@gilbertarizonastake.org SUMMARY:2025 October: Vegetable Planting & Provident Living DESCRIPTION:Hello Gilbert Stake\, welcome to October 2025! \nSummer is finally over and the days are beginning to cool down. October means it’s time to plant our winter gardens. Some of the summer plants may still have some life in them\, so by all means let them go if you want them. This is the time for veggies in the lettuce and cabbage families. Peas are still good to go. If planting seeds\, remember it takes about 3 weeks before they are ready to transplant. \nHere is a link for the planting guide for Maricopa County: \nVegetable Planting Calendar for Maricopa County (arizona.edu) \nThe Principle of Preparation \nAs members of the Church\, we know that it is our responsibility to provide for ourselves and our families both in good times and in bad. Part of fulfilling that obligation is making preparations now to face whatever challenges may come our way. President Spencer W. Kimball taught that we must be “anxiously engaged in a positive program of preparation.” It is not enough to hope for the best; we must prepare for it. He explained\, “The Lord will not translate one’s good hopes and desires and intentions into works. Each of us must do that for himself.” \nEmergency Preparedness (churchofjesuschrist.org) \nMay the Lord bless you in your endeavors to live providently. Need help with any or all of these topics\, no problem. Just reach out to your ward’s Preparedness Specialist. If you ward does not have a specialist\, contact your ward Elders Quorum President and/or your Relief society President. \n  \nShare this:\n Share on Facebook (Opens in new window)\n Facebook\n \n Share on X (Opens in new window)\n X\n \n Share on LinkedIn (Opens in new window)\n LinkedIn\n \n Share on WhatsApp (Opens in new window)\n WhatsApp\n \n Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window)\n Email\n \n Print (Opens in new window)\n Print\n \n\n Related URL:https://gilbertarizonastake.org/event/2025-october-vegetable-planting-provident-living/ LOCATION:Virtual CATEGORIES:preparedness ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://gilbertarizonastake.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/Winter-Veggies-7f36d23a55b2faa07b9a08f419eb81cf-e1759193656136.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20251004T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20251005T150000 DTSTAMP:20250118T203916Z CREATED:20250118T203916Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250118T203916Z UID:10003231-1759568400-1759676400@gilbertarizonastake.org SUMMARY:October 2025 General Conference DESCRIPTION:The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints welcomes all to join with millions of people worldwide to hear inspiring messages of hope and renewal from living prophets and apostles during the upcoming general conference on Saturday and Sunday\, October 4-5\, 2025. \nThe global broadcast originates from the Conference Center in Salt Lake City\, Utah\, USA\, and consists of five unique\, two-hour general sessions for all audiences over two days. \nA month prior to the event you will find information by clicking here! \nShare this:\n Share on Facebook (Opens in new window)\n Facebook\n \n Share on X (Opens in new window)\n X\n \n Share on LinkedIn (Opens in new window)\n LinkedIn\n \n Share on WhatsApp (Opens in new window)\n WhatsApp\n \n Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window)\n Email\n \n Print (Opens in new window)\n Print\n \n\n Related URL:https://gilbertarizonastake.org/event/october-2025-general-conference/ LOCATION:Virtual CATEGORIES:activity,worship ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://gilbertarizonastake.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/general_conference_photos-e1737564479461.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20250930T000000 DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20250930T233000 DTSTAMP:20250825T052547Z CREATED:20250825T052547Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250825T052547Z UID:10003802-1759190400-1759275000@gilbertarizonastake.org SUMMARY:2025 September Preparedness - Preparación para septiembre DESCRIPTION:Hello Gilbert Stake! – (¡Hola estaca Gilbert! abajo) \nSpiritual Preparedness blended with Temporal Preparedness: Ezekiel 38:7 – Be thou prepared\, and prepare for thyself\, thou\, and all thy company that are assembled unto thee\, and be thou guard unto them. The adversary never stops attacking.  So\, we can never stop preparing!  The more self-reliant we are – temporally\, emotionally\, and spiritually – the more prepared we are to thwart Satan’s relentless assaults.”  President Russell M. Nelson\, “Embrace the Future with Faith”\, Oct 2020 General Conference.  Temporal preparedness is more than food storage. One important topic that doesn’t get as much attention\, but it is vitally important is a Document Kit. What in the world is a document kit? A document kit\, or a disaster supply kit has all your important papers and information. \nDisaster supply kits need to be unique for each individual according to your own needs\, abilities\, and wants. “Be ready” with copies of important documents and cash in small bills in your emergency kits for you and your family to last at least 5 days. BRU Important Documents.pdf – Google Drive (BeReadyUtah.gov) checklist \nAI overview: “In an emergency\, keep copies of vital documents organized and accessible\, including identification (birth certificates\, passports\, driver’s licenses)\, financial records (bank accounts\, tax returns\, insurance policies)\, medical information (insurance cards\, prescriptions\, medical history\, and directives)\, and legal and property documents (wills\, deeds\, powers of attorney). Don’t forget contact lists for family\, doctors\, and utilities\, as well as pet information and a household inventory.” Safeguard Critical Documents and Valuables  (FEMA) checklist. \nThe important thing is\, keep working on being prepared. Don’t let the volumes of it all stop you. If you eat the preparedness elephant one bite at a time\, you’ll get there. \n  \nPreparación espiritual mezclada con preparación temporal: Ezequiel 38:7 – Prepárate y prepárate para ti\, tú y toda tu compañía que está reunida contigo\, y sé tu guardián de ellos. El adversario nunca deja de atacar.  ¡Nunca podremos dejar de prepararnos!  Cuanto más autosuficientes seamos (temporal\, emocional y espiritualmente)\, más preparados estaremos para frustrar los implacables ataques de Satanás”.  Presidente Russell M. Nelson\, “Embrace the Future with Faith”\, Conferencia General de octubre de 2020. La preparación temporal es más que el almacenamiento de alimentos. Un tema importante que no recibe tanta atención\, pero que es de vital importancia\, es un kit de documentos que contiene todos los documentos e información importantes. \nLos kits de suministros para desastres deben ser únicos para cada individuo de acuerdo con sus propias necesidades\, habilidades y deseos. “Esté preparado” con copias de documentos importantes y efectivo en billetes pequeños en sus kits de emergencia para usted y su familia que duren al menos 5 días. BRU Documentos importantes.pdf – Lista de verificación de Google Drive (BeReadyUtah.gov). \nDescripción general de la IA: “En caso de emergencia\, mantenga organizadas y accesibles copias de documentos vitales\, incluida la identificación (actas de nacimiento\, pasaportes\, licencias de conducir)\, registros financieros (cuentas bancarias\, declaraciones de impuestos\, pólizas de seguro)\, información médica (tarjetas de seguro\, recetas\, historial médico y directivas) y documentos legales y de propiedad (testamentos\, escrituras\, poderes). No olvide las listas de contactos de familiares\, médicos y servicios públicos\, así como información sobre mascotas y un inventario del hogar”. Lista de verificación para salvaguardar documentos y objetos de valor críticos (FEMA). \nLo importante es seguir trabajando para estar preparado. No dejes que el volumen de todo esto te detenga. Si te comes el elefante de preparación un bocado a la vez\, lo lograrás. \nShare this:\n Share on Facebook (Opens in new window)\n Facebook\n \n Share on X (Opens in new window)\n X\n \n Share on LinkedIn (Opens in new window)\n LinkedIn\n \n Share on WhatsApp (Opens in new window)\n WhatsApp\n \n Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window)\n Email\n \n Print (Opens in new window)\n Print\n \n\n Related URL:https://gilbertarizonastake.org/event/2025-september-preparedness-preparacion-para-septiembre/ LOCATION:Virtual CATEGORIES:activity,preparedness ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://gilbertarizonastake.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/Important-Documents-Money-1763791b4ba2eb6587b5317073343839.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20250909T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20250909T190000 DTSTAMP:20250906T200618Z CREATED:20250828T185855Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250906T200618Z UID:10003819-1757440800-1757444400@gilbertarizonastake.org SUMMARY:2025 Church Educational System - Parent & Teacher Livestream DESCRIPTION:Youth leaders and parents will hear from representatives from BYU\, BYU–‍Hawaii\, BYU–‍Idaho\, BYU–‍Pathway Worldwide\, Ensign College\, and Seminaries and Institutes who will answer some of their most-‍asked questions. \nVirtual event Sept 9\, 2025 at 7pm MDT \nRegister here: https://one.byu.edu/cesparentandleader25 \nShare this:\n Share on Facebook (Opens in new window)\n Facebook\n \n Share on X (Opens in new window)\n X\n \n Share on LinkedIn (Opens in new window)\n LinkedIn\n \n Share on WhatsApp (Opens in new window)\n WhatsApp\n \n Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window)\n Email\n \n Print (Opens in new window)\n Print\n \n\n Related URL:https://gilbertarizonastake.org/event/2025-church-educational-system-parent-teacher-livestream/ LOCATION:Virtual CATEGORIES:activity,family ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://gilbertarizonastake.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/2025_CES_Livestream-Event-e1756407459802.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20250906T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20250906T100000 DTSTAMP:20250825T214210Z CREATED:20250825T214210Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250825T214210Z UID:10003804-1757149200-1757152800@gilbertarizonastake.org SUMMARY:Friend to Friend Broadcast DESCRIPTION:Share this:\n Share on Facebook (Opens in new window)\n Facebook\n \n Share on X (Opens in new window)\n X\n \n Share on LinkedIn (Opens in new window)\n LinkedIn\n \n Share on WhatsApp (Opens in new window)\n WhatsApp\n \n Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window)\n Email\n \n Print (Opens in new window)\n Print\n \n\n Related URL:https://gilbertarizonastake.org/event/friend-to-friend-broadcast/ LOCATION:Virtual CATEGORIES:activity,children ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://gilbertarizonastake.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/1000017713-e1756158086914.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20250731T000000 DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20250731T233000 DTSTAMP:20250629T000251Z CREATED:20250629T000251Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250629T000251Z UID:10003700-1753920000-1754004600@gilbertarizonastake.org SUMMARY:2025 July Preparedness DESCRIPTION:Hello Gilbert Stake! \nSpiritual Preparedness blended with Temporal Preparedness: \nElder Ballard\, in a 2014 conference talk spoke of “Family Councils”. Here are a couple of highlights from that talk: \n“Until now\, however\, I have never talked in general conference about the most basic and fundamental—and perhaps the most important—of all councils: the family council. Family councils have always been needed. They are\, in fact\, eternal. We belonged to a family council in the premortal existence\, when we lived with our heavenly parents as their spirit children.” \n“The Church pamphlet entitled Our Family states\, “This council can meet to discuss family problems\, work out finances\, make plans\, support and strengthen [each other]\, and pray for one another and for the family unit.” \nFamily Councils: With Elder Ballard’s council in mind\, a great topic for a family council is a Family Emergency Communication Plan. Here are some thoughts from www.ready.gov for each member of the family to consider: \n“What if something happens and I’m not with my family?” \n“Will I be able to reach them?” \n“How will I know they are safe?” \n“How can I let them know I’m OK?” \n“During a disaster\, you will need to send and receive information from your family. Communication networks\, such as mobile phones and computers\, could be unreliable during disasters\, and electricity could be disrupted. Planning in advance will help ensure that all the members of your household—including children and people with disabilities and others with access and functional needs\, as well as outside caregivers—know how to reach each other and where to meet up in an emergency.” \nThere’s more at: Create Your Family Emergency Communication Plan \nAnd lots of information on the church website: Disaster Planning \nfamily_communication_plan_cards_blank \nShare this:\n Share on Facebook (Opens in new window)\n Facebook\n \n Share on X (Opens in new window)\n X\n \n Share on LinkedIn (Opens in new window)\n LinkedIn\n \n Share on WhatsApp (Opens in new window)\n WhatsApp\n \n Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window)\n Email\n \n Print (Opens in new window)\n Print\n \n\n Related URL:https://gilbertarizonastake.org/event/2025-july-preparedness/ LOCATION:Virtual CATEGORIES:preparedness ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://gilbertarizonastake.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Creating-a-Family-Communication-Plan-f2862499e1b9d5a5fa10ff88d2e5755f-e1751155175381.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20250630T000000 DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20250630T233000 DTSTAMP:20250527T005243Z CREATED:20250527T004223Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250527T005243Z UID:10003687-1751241600-1751326200@gilbertarizonastake.org SUMMARY:2025 June Preparedness - Preparación para junio DESCRIPTION:Hello Gilbert Stake! \nWater storage is an important part of being prepared. A good goal is one gallon of water per person per day\, with a minimum of two weeks’ supply per person. That can add up—but don’t let it feel overwhelming. Remember\, “by small and simple means are great things brought to pass” (Alma 37:6). \nThere are many types of containers you can use—just do what works best for you. As we take small steps with faith\, the Lord magnifies our efforts. \nLearn more about how to get started here: \ngilbertprepared.org/water-storage\niwillprepare.com Water Storage \n  \n¡Hola estaca Gilbert! \nEl almacenamiento de agua es una parte importante de la preparación. Un buen objetivo es un galón de agua por persona por día\, con un suministro mínimo de dos semanas por persona. Eso puede sumar\, pero no dejes que te resulte abrumador. Recuerde\, “por medios pequeños y sencillos se realizan grandes cosas” (Alma 37:6). \nHay muchos tipos de contenedores que puedes usar; simplemente haz lo que funcione mejor para ti. Al dar pequeños pasos con fe\, el Señor magnifica nuestros esfuerzos. \nObtenga más información sobre cómo empezar aquí: \ngilbertprepared.org/water-storage\niwillprepare.com Water Storage \n\nShare this:\n Share on Facebook (Opens in new window)\n Facebook\n \n Share on X (Opens in new window)\n X\n \n Share on LinkedIn (Opens in new window)\n LinkedIn\n \n Share on WhatsApp (Opens in new window)\n WhatsApp\n \n Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window)\n Email\n \n Print (Opens in new window)\n Print\n \n\n Related URL:https://gilbertarizonastake.org/event/2025-june-preparedness/ LOCATION:Virtual CATEGORIES:preparedness ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://gilbertarizonastake.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Water-Storage-d87c3786b78fa7835c42921e6f7ea5c8.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20250504T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20250504T180000 DTSTAMP:20250422T162734Z CREATED:20250422T162734Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250422T162734Z UID:10003667-1746378000-1746381600@gilbertarizonastake.org SUMMARY:Worldwide Devotional for Young Adults- Devocional mundial para jóvenes adultos DESCRIPTION:Young adults of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints are invited to grow closer to Jesus Christ by attending the Worldwide Devotional for Young Adults broadcast\, which will be available on May 4\, 2025\, in the Americas and May 11 in other areas. \nRelief Society General President Camille N. Johnson will share messages specifically for young adults ages 18 to 35. \nAll young adults\, including married young adults and high school seniors (or equivalent)\, are encouraged to look for opportunities to view the broadcasts with friends at a locally scheduled event and later discuss how to live what they learned during the devotional. \nSe invita a los jóvenes adultos de La Iglesia de Jesucristo de los Santos de los Últimos Días a acercarse más a Jesucristo al asistir al Devocional mundial para jóvenes adultos\, que estará disponible el 4 de mayo de 2025 en las Áreas de Norteamérica\, Centroamérica y Sudamérica y el 11 de febrero en otras áreas. \nLa Presidenta General de la Sociedad de Socorro\, Camille N. Johnson\, compartirá mensajes específicamente para los jóvenes adultos de dieciocho a treinta y cinco años. \nSe alienta a los jóvenes adultos\, incluso jóvenes adultos casados y estudiantes del último año de la escuela secundaria (o su equivalente)\, a buscar oportunidades para ver la transmisión con amigos en eventos organizados localmente y\, posteriormente\, analizar cómo aplicar lo aprendido durante el devocional. \nShare this:\n Share on Facebook (Opens in new window)\n Facebook\n \n Share on X (Opens in new window)\n X\n \n Share on LinkedIn (Opens in new window)\n LinkedIn\n \n Share on WhatsApp (Opens in new window)\n WhatsApp\n \n Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window)\n Email\n \n Print (Opens in new window)\n Print\n \n\n Related URL:https://gilbertarizonastake.org/event/worldwide-devotional-for-young-adults-devocional-mundial-para-jovenes-adultos-2/ LOCATION:Virtual CATEGORIES:activity,young adults ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://gilbertarizonastake.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/C-Johnson-WWD.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20250405T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20250406T150000 DTSTAMP:20250118T203750Z CREATED:20250118T203750Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250118T203750Z UID:10003230-1743843600-1743951600@gilbertarizonastake.org SUMMARY:April 2025 General Conference DESCRIPTION:The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints welcomes all to join with millions of people worldwide to hear inspiring messages of hope and renewal from living prophets and apostles during the upcoming general conference on Saturday and Sunday\, April 5-6\, 2025. \nThe global broadcast originates from the Conference Center in Salt Lake City\, Utah\, USA\, and consists of five unique\, two-hour general sessions for all audiences over two days. \nA month prior to the event you will find information by clicking here! \nShare this:\n Share on Facebook (Opens in new window)\n Facebook\n \n Share on X (Opens in new window)\n X\n \n Share on LinkedIn (Opens in new window)\n LinkedIn\n \n Share on WhatsApp (Opens in new window)\n WhatsApp\n \n Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window)\n Email\n \n Print (Opens in new window)\n Print\n \n\n Related URL:https://gilbertarizonastake.org/event/april-2025-general-conference/ LOCATION:Virtual CATEGORIES:activity,worship ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://gilbertarizonastake.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/general_conference_photos-e1737564479461.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20250328T000000 DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20250328T233000 DTSTAMP:20250226T163750Z CREATED:20250226T163205Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250226T163750Z UID:10003256-1743120000-1743204600@gilbertarizonastake.org SUMMARY:2025 March Preparedness - Time to Plant DESCRIPTION:The Gilbert Stake will not be having a preparedness fair in 2025. We are excited to announce our stake is partnering with the surrounding stakes in Gilbert for a much larger fair in the first quarter of 2026. This is in the very beginning of the planning stages\, so stay tuned for more information throughout the year. \nTime to plant \nHow’s your garden coming? March is a good time to plant seeds or plants. For information on what and when to plant\, visit this University of Arizona website: \nVegetable Planting Calendar for Maricopa County (arizona.edu) \nAnother thing you might want to consider as you plant is what plants compliment other plants. These are referred to as “companion plants.” Attached is a list of some vegetables and what other herbs\, vegetables and flowers grow well with them and why. This is not a complete list\, so check it out online for more information. Click here for Your Guide To Companion Vegetables & Combinations \nAs you work on preparedness and food storage\, remember these words from Elder David A. Bednar: “Additional aspects of a spiritual foundation for temporal preparedness include acting ‘in wisdom and order’ [Mosiah 4:27]\, which implies a gradual buildup of food storage and savings over time\, as well as embracing ‘small and simple’ means [Alma 37:6]\, which is a demonstration of faith that the Lord will magnify our small but consistent efforts.” \nShare this:\n Share on Facebook (Opens in new window)\n Facebook\n \n Share on X (Opens in new window)\n X\n \n Share on LinkedIn (Opens in new window)\n LinkedIn\n \n Share on WhatsApp (Opens in new window)\n WhatsApp\n \n Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window)\n Email\n \n Print (Opens in new window)\n Print\n \n\n Related URL:https://gilbertarizonastake.org/event/2025-march-preparedness/ LOCATION:Virtual CATEGORIES:preparedness ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://gilbertarizonastake.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/Companion-Garden-b375fb3e8c329fe5b319ddcc625822a8-e1740585672118.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250306 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250309 DTSTAMP:20250226T161441Z CREATED:20240925T202803Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250226T161441Z UID:10002663-1741219200-1741478399@gilbertarizonastake.org SUMMARY:2025 RootsTech and Family Discovery Day- RootsTech y el Día de descubrimiento familiar DESCRIPTION:2025 RootsTech and Family Discovery Day\nRootsTech 2025 is a three-day global online and in-person family celebration conference happening March 6 through March 8 in Salt Lake City. \nRootsTech\, hosted each year by FamilySearch International and supported by The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints\, is the largest family history event in the world. It includes an in-person event in the Salt Palace Convention Center in Salt Lake City to complement its online experience. \nMillions of virtual and in-person attendees are expected to participate for inspiring keynote addresses\, instructive classes\, innovative technologies\, and the ability to help them remember and celebrate their family\, life\, adventures and memories. \nFamily Discovery Day\nFamily Discovery Day is a one-day event designed specifically for Latter-day Saints on the last day of RootsTech\, March 8\, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Watch in person on Saturday\, March 8\, at 1:30 p.m. (Mountain Standard Time)\, or online on RootsTech.org\, FamilySearch on YouTube\, Gospel Stream\, Broadcasts.ChurchofJesusChrist.org and Gospel Library. \n\nLearn more about sessions created specifically for Latter-day Saints on RootsTech.org.\n\nLanguages and Viewing Options\nRootsTech and Family Discovery Day content will be available in English\, Spanish\, Portuguese\, French\, Italian\, German\, Russian\, Japanese\, Korean\, Cantonese and Mandarin. \nIn addition to RootsTech.org\, you can stream sessions on the Church’s YouTube inspiration channel and the Gospel Stream app in English\, Spanish\, Portuguese and French (download the app on Apple Mobile\, Apple TV\, Google Play\, Google TV\, Roku and Amazon Fire Devices). \nHow to Register\nRegistration for the entire three days of RootsTech is now open at RootsTech.org. Class schedule will be posted online end of January 2025. \nThe free online event features: \n\n200-plus new on-demand class sessions and classes\nMain stage presentations and keynote speakers\nChat support and online research consultations\nConnection with cousins using Relatives at RootsTech and messaging\nVirtual expo hall\n\nThe three-day\, in-person experience at the Convention Center in Salt Lake City\, Utah\, is $109. A one-day pass is $69. Both options include access to the virtual events\, and: \n\n180-plus in-person class sessions with Q&As\nIn-person research help at the FamilySearch Library\nHands-on sponsor demonstrations in the expo hall\nConnection with friends and cousins in person\n\nAccess to the expo hall in Salt Lake City is free and will include more than 200 exhibitors\, product demonstrations and interactions with research specialists. \nKeynote Speakers\nFor more information about RootsTech 2025\, including keynote speakers\, visit RootsTech.org \n  \nRootsTech y el Día de descubrimiento familiar\nRootsTech 2025 es una conferencia mundial\, en línea y en persona\, que celebrará la familia durante tres días\, desde el 6 de marzo hasta el 8 de marzo\, en Salt Lake City. \nRootsTech\, organizada cada año por FamilySearch International con el apoyo de La Iglesia de Jesucristo de los Santos de los Últimos Días\, es el evento de historia familiar más importante del mundo. Para complementar su experiencia en línea\, incluye un evento presencial en el Salt Palace Convention Center\, en Salt Lake City. \nSe prevé que millones de personas asistan en formato virtual o físicamente\, y participen en discursos inspiradores\, clases instructivas y tecnología innovadora que puedan ayudarlas a recordar y celebrar su familia\, su vida\, sus aventuras y sus recuerdos. \nDía de descubrimiento familiar\nEl Día de descubrimiento familiar es un evento de un día\, creado específicamente para los Santos de los Últimos Días\, que tendrá lugar el último día de RootsTech\, el 8 de marzo\, desde las 9:00 hasta las 15:00 horas. Incluye un video inédito del difunto presidente M. Russell Ballard\, del Cuórum de los Doce Apóstoles\, grabado antes de que falleciera. En el video\, el presidente Ballard rememora su matrimonio y los momentos de descubrimiento de su propia familia. Míralo en persona el sábado 8 de marzo\, a las 13:30 horas (hora de Salt Lake City)\, o en línea en RootsTech.org\, en FamilySearch en YouTube\, en Transmisiones del Evangelio\, en Broadcasts.ChurchofJesusChrist.org y en Biblioteca del Evangelio. \n\nObtén más información sobre las sesiones creadas específicamente para los Santos de los Últimos Días en RootsTech.org\n\nOpciones de idiomas y visualización\nEl contenido de RootsTech y el Día de descubrimiento familiar estará disponible en español\, alemán\, cantonés\, coreano\, francés\, inglés\, italiano\, japonés\, mandarín\, portugués y ruso. \nAdemás de RootsTech.org\, puedes transmitir las sesiones en el canal Inspiración de la Iglesia en YouTube\, así como en la aplicación Transmisiones del Evangelio en español\, francés\, inglés y portugués (puedes descargarte la aplicación en Apple Mobile\, Apple TV\, Google Play\, Google TV\, Roku y en los dispositivos Fire de Amazon). \nCómo inscribirse\nLa inscripción para los tres días completos de RootsTech ya está abierta en RootsTech.org. Los horarios de las clases se publicarán en línea el 24 de enero. \nEl evento gratuito en línea contará con lo siguiente: \n\nMás de doscientas nuevas sesiones y clases a pedido\nPresentaciones y discursantes destacados en el escenario principal\nSoporte por medio de chat y consultas sobre investigación en línea\nConexión con primos mediante Familiares en RootsTech y mensajería\nSala de exposiciones virtual\n\nLa experiencia en persona de tres días en el Convention Center de Salt Lake City\, Utah\, cuesta USD 109. El pase de un día cuesta USD 69. Ambas opciones incluyen el acceso a los eventos virtuales y\, además: \n\nMás de 180 sesiones de clase en persona\, con tiempo para preguntas y respuestas\nAyuda para la investigación en persona en la Biblioteca de FamilySearch\nDemostraciones prácticas de patrocinadores en la sala de exposiciones\nConexión con amigos y primos en persona\n\nEl acceso a la sala de exposiciones en Salt Lake City es gratuito e incluirá más de doscientos expositores\, demostraciones de productos e interacciones con especialistas en investigación. \nDiscursantes principales\nPara obtener más información sobre RootsTech 2024\, incluidos sus discursantes principales\, visita RootsTech.org. \nShare this:\n Share on Facebook (Opens in new window)\n Facebook\n \n Share on X (Opens in new window)\n X\n \n Share on LinkedIn (Opens in new window)\n LinkedIn\n \n Share on WhatsApp (Opens in new window)\n WhatsApp\n \n Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window)\n Email\n \n Print (Opens in new window)\n Print\n \n\n Related URL:https://gilbertarizonastake.org/event/2025-rootstech-and-family-discovery-day-rootstech-y-el-dia-de-descubrimiento-familiar/ LOCATION:Virtual CATEGORIES:family search ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://gilbertarizonastake.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/2025-Roots-Tech-e1740585288168.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250213 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250214 DTSTAMP:20250122T171340Z CREATED:20241230T002844Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250122T171340Z UID:10003206-1739404800-1739491199@gilbertarizonastake.org SUMMARY:February 2025 Friend to Friend: Sharing Jesus’s Love Through Service- Febrero de 2025. De amigo a amigo: Compartir el amor de Jesús por medio del servicio DESCRIPTION:The February 2025 episode of Friend to Friend features special guests Elder David A. Bednar of the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles and his wife\, Susan. Hosted by the Primary General Presidency\, this episode includes stories from children around the world about sharing the love of Jesus through service. \nThis 15-minute episode is fun\, engaging content made just for kids and can be used at home or in Primary to help teach children about the gospel of Jesus Christ. There will be music\, stories from children around the world\, inspirational messages\, and a visit from Louie the Toucan. \nThe episode is available Thursday\, February 13\, for download on Gospel Library and for streaming beginning Saturday\, February 15\, at 10 a.m. Mountain Standard Time. For more information click here. \nEl episodio de febrero de 2025 de De amigo a amigo tiene como invitados especiales al élder David A. Bednar\, del Cuórum de los Doce Apóstoles\, y a su esposa\, Susan. \nPresentado por la Presidencia General de la Primaria\, este episodio incluye relatos de niños de todo el mundo acerca de cómo compartir el amor de Jesús por medio del servicio. \nEste episodio de quince minutos tiene un contenido divertido e interesante hecho especialmente para los niños\, y se puede utilizar en casa o en la Primaria como una ayuda para enseñarles acerca del Evangelio de Jesucristo. El video contendrá música\, relatos de niños de todo el mundo\, mensajes inspiradores ¡y la visita de Louie\, el tucán! \nEl episodio estará disponible el jueves 13 de febrero para su descarga en la Biblioteca del Evangelio y para la transmisión a partir del sábado 15 de febrero a las 10:00 h.\, hora de Salt Lake City. Para más información haga clic aquí.  \nShare this:\n Share on Facebook (Opens in new window)\n Facebook\n \n Share on X (Opens in new window)\n X\n \n Share on LinkedIn (Opens in new window)\n LinkedIn\n \n Share on WhatsApp (Opens in new window)\n WhatsApp\n \n Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window)\n Email\n \n Print (Opens in new window)\n Print\n \n\n Related URL:https://gilbertarizonastake.org/event/february-2025-friend-to-friend-sharing-jesuss-love-through-service-febrero-de-2025-de-amigo-a-amigo-compartir-el-amor-de-jesus-por-medio-del-servicio/ LOCATION:Virtual CATEGORIES:activity,children ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://gilbertarizonastake.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/david_a_bednar_and_susan_bednar_with_a_group_of_people-e1737565230206.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20250202T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20250202T190000 DTSTAMP:20241230T002213Z CREATED:20241230T002213Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241230T002213Z UID:10003205-1738519200-1738522800@gilbertarizonastake.org SUMMARY:Worldwide Devotional for Young Adults- Devocional mundial para jóvenes adultos DESCRIPTION:Young adults of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints are invited to grow closer to Jesus Christ by attending the Worldwide Devotional for Young Adults broadcast\, which will be available on February 2\, 2025\, in the Americas and February 9 in other areas. \nElder Dieter F. Uchtdorf of the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles and his wife\, Sister Harriet Uchtdorf\, will share messages specifically for young adults ages 18 to 35. The February devotional is an additional opportunity to hear an Apostle of Jesus Christ and feel the Spirit. \nYoung adults are encouraged to look for opportunities to view the broadcasts with friends at a locally scheduled event and later discuss how to live what they learned during the devotional. They may wish to prepare for the broadcast by reviewing Elder Uchtdorf’s recent messages and ministry on his social media channels. \nNorth or South America\nIn North and South America\, watch for a local event to gather and view the live broadcast on Sunday\, February 2\, at 6 p.m. Mountain Standard Time (not available live in Italian\, Russian and German). \n  \nSe invita a los jóvenes adultos de La Iglesia de Jesucristo de los Santos de los Últimos Días a acercarse más a Jesucristo al asistir al devocional mundial para jóvenes adultos\, que estará disponible el 2 de febrero de 2025 en las Áreas de Norteamérica\, Centroamérica y Sudamérica y el 9 de febrero en otras regiones. \nEl élder Dieter F. Uchtdorf\, del Cuórum de los Doce Apóstoles\, y su esposa\, la hermana Harriet Uchtdorf\, darán mensajes dirigidos específicamente a los jóvenes adultos de 18 a 35 años. \nEl devocional de febrero es una oportunidad más para escuchar a un Apóstol de Jesucristo y sentir el Espíritu. \nSe alienta a los jóvenes adultos a buscar oportunidades para ver la transmisión con amigos en eventos organizados localmente y a más tarde analizar cómo aplicar lo aprendido durante el devocional. A fin de prepararse para la transmisión\, podrían repasar los mensajes recientes y el ministerio del élder Uchtdorf en sus canales de redes sociales. \nNorteamérica o Sudamérica \nEn Norteamérica y Sudamérica\, estate atento a los eventos locales para reunirte y ver la transmisión en directo el domingo 2 de febrero a las 18:00 h\, hora de Salt Lake City (MST) (no disponible en directo en alemán\, italiano y ruso). \nShare this:\n Share on Facebook (Opens in new window)\n Facebook\n \n Share on X (Opens in new window)\n X\n \n Share on LinkedIn (Opens in new window)\n LinkedIn\n \n Share on WhatsApp (Opens in new window)\n WhatsApp\n \n Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window)\n Email\n \n Print (Opens in new window)\n Print\n \n\n Related URL:https://gilbertarizonastake.org/event/worldwide-devotional-for-young-adults-devocional-mundial-para-jovenes-adultos/ LOCATION:Virtual CATEGORIES:activity,young adults ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://gilbertarizonastake.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/devotional_with_dieter_f_uchtdorf-b467215b5c4111ecb9e0eeeeac1e0d0e7321a141-e1737564797988.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250127 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250128 DTSTAMP:20241229T211019Z CREATED:20241229T164124Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241229T211019Z UID:10003189-1737936000-1738022399@gilbertarizonastake.org SUMMARY:2025 January - Gratitude & Preparedness DESCRIPTION:Happy New Year! Welcome to 2025! \nAs we begin the New Year\, take time to express gratitude\, among all things\, the progress you have made in preparedness. Elder Kyrylo Pokhylko said\, “I truly believe the Lord loves grateful people and we will be even more blessed with what we need\, because we are grateful”. Doctrine and Covenants 78:19 teaches that “He who receiveth all things with thankfulness shall be made glorious; and the things of this earth shall be added unto him\, even a hundred fold\, yea\, more.” \nHere are suggestions to help increase preparedness in January: \n\nWeek 1: Inventory storage items; food\, medicine\, medical supplies\, 72-hour kit\, etc\nWeek 2: Laundry and dish soap\, bleach\, cleansers for bathrooms\, kitchen\, floors\, and windows\nWeek 3: Medical supplies and medicines\nWeek 4: Paper supplies; paper towels\, plates\, cups\, Kleenex\, toilet paper\, napkins\, utensils\n\nA few preparedness tips to remember: \n\nBuy the largest amount you can sensibly afford.\nLearn to use what you store\, and then use your storage.\nReplace items as they are used.\nRotate your inventory. Always use the oldest first.\n\n  \nShare this:\n Share on Facebook (Opens in new window)\n Facebook\n \n Share on X (Opens in new window)\n X\n \n Share on LinkedIn (Opens in new window)\n LinkedIn\n \n Share on WhatsApp (Opens in new window)\n WhatsApp\n \n Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window)\n Email\n \n Print (Opens in new window)\n Print\n \n\n Related URL:https://gilbertarizonastake.org/event/2025-january-gratitude-preparedness/ LOCATION:Virtual CATEGORIES:preparedness ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://gilbertarizonastake.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/Gratitude-c6d834db25185abb6506c28f141cecc1-a41d4c02e0bd21857337530c8af959cb.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20241208T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20241208T190000 DTSTAMP:20240125T193631Z CREATED:20231119T014616Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240125T193631Z UID:10001634-1733680800-1733684400@gilbertarizonastake.org SUMMARY:2024 First Presidency Christmas Devotional DESCRIPTION:First Presidency’s annual Christmas devotional on Sunday\, December 8\, 2024\, at 6 p.m. Mountain Standard Time. \nThe devotional will include messages from Church leaders and music performed by The Tabernacle Choir and Orchestra at Temple Square. \nOn Sunday\, December 8\, at 6 p.m. MST\, view a live stream of the devotional on the following channels: \n\nBroadcasts.ChurchofJesusChrist.org\nGospel Stream app (English\, Spanish\, Portuguese\, and French)\nChurch YouTube inspiration channel\nGospel Library app\nBYUtv\n\nVarious other stations and internet sites throughout the world will also carry the devotional. Check local program listings for availability in your area. See the broadcast schedule for more details. \nShare this:\n Share on Facebook (Opens in new window)\n Facebook\n \n Share on X (Opens in new window)\n X\n \n Share on LinkedIn (Opens in new window)\n LinkedIn\n \n Share on WhatsApp (Opens in new window)\n WhatsApp\n \n Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window)\n Email\n \n Print (Opens in new window)\n Print\n \n\n Related URL:https://gilbertarizonastake.org/event/2024-first-presidency-christmas-devotional/ LOCATION:Virtual CATEGORIES:activity,family ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://gilbertarizonastake.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/2023-First-Presidencys-Christmas-Devotional.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20241125T000000 DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20241125T235900 DTSTAMP:20241027T221244Z CREATED:20241027T220536Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241027T221244Z UID:10002957-1732492800-1732579140@gilbertarizonastake.org SUMMARY:2024 November Preparedness - Storage & Fruit Trees DESCRIPTION:Hello Gilbert Stake! \nNovember 2024 is here. Along with our winter gardens\, trees are another consideration. Citrus trees and several varieties of fruit trees will grow in our area. And\, in case your were wondering\, we live in planting zone 9b. If you don’t know what a planting zone is\, this explanation is from Moon Valley Nursery’s website: \n“The USDA Plant Hardiness Zone Map is a useful tool that provides information about the climatic conditions in different regions of the United States. The map is based on average annual minimum temperatures and divides the country into 13 different zones\, each with a unique set of temperature ranges. \nThe USDA Plant Hardiness Zone Map is essential for those who want to select the appropriate plants for their location. Each zone is assigned a number\, from 1 to 13\, with Zone 1 being the coldest and Zone 13 being the warmest. Plants are labeled with their corresponding hardiness zone\, indicating the minimum temperature they can tolerate.” \nKnowing the planting zone is important if you want to be successful in growing fruit trees. Attached is a guide for the varieties rated for our area. There are several varieties not listed in the list\, but if your local nursery is selling them\, they should be fine. We have a couple of tangerine trees\, orange trees\, and a grapefruit that have done very well for many years. \nHere is a link again\, for the planting guide for Maricopa County: \nVegetable Planting Calendar for Maricopa County (arizona.edu) \nHere’s a thought from Elder D. Todd Christofferson from our last General Conference: \nIn the end\, burying our weapons of rebellion against God simply means yielding to the enticing of the Holy Spirit\, putting off the natural man\, and becoming “a saint through the atonement of Christ the Lord.” It means putting the first commandment first in our lives. It means letting God prevail. If our love of God and our determination to serve Him with all our might\, mind\, and strength become the touchstone by which we judge all things and make all our decisions\, we will have buried our weapons of rebellion. By the grace of Christ\, God will forgive our sins and rebellions of the past and will take away the stain of those sins and rebellions from our hearts. In time\, He will even take away any desire for evil\, as He did with those Lamanite converts of the past. Thereafter\, we too “never [will] fall away.” \nBurying our weapons of rebellion leads to a unique joy. With all who have ever become converted to the Lord\, we are “brought to sing [the song of] redeeming love.” Our Heavenly Father and His Son\, our Redeemer\, have confirmed Their unending commitment to our ultimate happiness through the most profound love and sacrifice. We experience Their love daily. Surely we can reciprocate with our own love and loyalty. May we bury—very\, very deep—any element of rebellion against God in our lives and replace it with a willing heart and a willing mind. In the name of Jesus Christ\, amen. \nBurying Our Weapons of Rebellion \nTo help in your quest to follow the Prophets council\, here are suggestions to help build your storage in November: \nWeek 1: Vitamins & Minerals: Get extra C\, B complex\, calcium\, vitamin D and E< & iron. Multi-vitamins are great\, too.. \nWeek 2: Treat for baking! Cocoa\, nuts\, coconut\, butter\, chocolate chips\, etc. Watch for sales on sugar (tis the season\, holiday baking brings good sales). \nWeek 3: Rolled oats\, corn meal\, cream of wheat\, instant oatmeal. Stock up on boxed cereal too! \nWeek 4: Emergency auto Kits! Update it or make one\, remember food\, water\, night & warmth along with car repair items. \nAND… since we missed last month\, here is the list for October: \nWeek 1: 72 Hour Kit Week. Start it\, update it\, or complete it…just do something. Be sure to check clothing sizes. \nWeek 2: Wraps & bags…aluminum foil\, garbage bags with twist ties\, freezer bags\, saran wrap\, wax paper\, etc. \nWeek 3: Do something with those apples! Pie filling\, applesauce\, juice\, apple butter\, jam and jelly\, or dehydrate. \nWeek 4: Stock up on vinegar\, powdered eggs & powdered cheese. \nMay the Lord bless you in your endeavors to increase your personal spirituality and live providently. \nNeed help with any or all of these topics\, no problem. Just reach out to your ward’s Preparedness Specialist. If you ward does not have a specialist\, contact your ward Elders Quorum President and/or your Relief society President. \n  \nCitrus Fruit \nZone 9 is a marginal climate for citrus\, as an unexpected cold snap will put an end to many\, including grapefruit and most limes. However\, there are a number of cold hardy citrus trees from which to choose\, including the following: \n\nOwardi satsuma mandarin orange (Citrus reticulata ‘Owari’)\nCalamondin (Citrus mitis)\nMeyer lemon (Citrus x meyeri)\nMarumi kumquat (Citrus japonica ‘Marumi’)\nTrifoliate orange (Citrus trifoliata)\nGiant pummelo (Citrus pummel)\nSweet Clementine (Citrus reticulata ‘Clementine’)\n\nTropical Fruits \nZone 9 is a bit too chilly for mango and papaya\, but several tropical fruits are hardy enough to tolerate the area’s cool temperatures. Consider the following choices: \n\nAvocado (Persea americana)\nStarfruit (Averrhoa carambola)\nPassionfruit (Passiflora edulis)\nAsian guava (Psidium guajava)\nKiwifruit (Actinidia deliciosa)\n\nOther Fruits \nZone 9 fruit tree varieties also include several hardy varieties of apples\, apricots\, peaches\, and other orchard favorites. The following have been bred to thrive without long chilling periods: Apples \n\nPink Lady (Malus domestica ‘Cripps Pink’)\nAkane (Malus domestica ‘Akane’)\n\nApricots \n\nFlora Gold (Prunus armeniaca ‘Flora Gold’)\nTilton (Prunus armeniaca ‘Tilton’)\nGolden Amber (Prunus armeniaca ‘Golden Amber’)\n\nCherries \n\nCraig’s Crimson (Prunus aviam ‘Craig’s Crimson’)\nEnglish Morello sour cherry (Prunus cerasus ‘English Morello’)\nLambert cherry (Prunus aviam ‘Lambert’)\nUtah Giant (Prunus aviam ‘Utah Giant’)\n\nFigs \n\nChicago Hardy (Ficus carica ‘Chicago Hardy’)\nCeleste (Ficus carica ‘Celeste’)\nEnglish Brown Turkey (Ficus carica ‘Brown Turkey’)\n\nPeaches \n\nO’Henry (Prunus persica ‘O’Henry’)\nSuncrest (Prunus persica ‘Suncrest’)\n\nNectarines \n\nDesert Delight (Prunus persica ‘Desert Delight’)\nSun Grand (Prunus persica ‘Sun Grand’)\nSilver Lode (Prunus persica ‘Silver Lode’)\n\nPears \n\nWarren (Pyrus communis ‘Warren’)\nHarrow Delight (Pyrus communis ‘Harrow Delight’)\n\nPlums \n\nBurgundy Japanese (Prunus salicina ‘Burgundy’)\nSanta Rosa (Prunus salicina ‘Santa Rosa’)\n\nHardy Kiwi Unlike regular kiwi\, hardy kiwi is a remarkably tough plant that produces clusters of small\, tangy fruits not much larger than grapes. Suitable varieties include: \n\nHardy red kiwi (Actinidia purpurea ‘Hardy Red’)\nIssai (Actinidia ‘Issai’)\n\nOlives – Olive trees generally require warmer climates\, but several are well-suited for zone 9 gardens. \n\nMission (Olea europaea ‘Mission’)\nBarouni (Olea europaea ‘Barouni’)\nPicual (Olea europaea ‘Picual’)\nMaurino (Olea europaea ‘Maurino’)\n\nInformation retrieved online from: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/garden-how-to/gardening-by-zone/zone-9-10-11/growing-fruit-trees-in-zone-9.htm  \nShare this:\n Share on Facebook (Opens in new window)\n Facebook\n \n Share on X (Opens in new window)\n X\n \n Share on LinkedIn (Opens in new window)\n LinkedIn\n \n Share on WhatsApp (Opens in new window)\n WhatsApp\n \n Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window)\n Email\n \n Print (Opens in new window)\n Print\n \n\n Related URL:https://gilbertarizonastake.org/event/2024-november-preparedness-storage-fruit-trees/ LOCATION:Virtual CATEGORIES:preparedness ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://gilbertarizonastake.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Fruit-Trees-1cca4cdc316d305bfe4b29e6d882331e-e1730066680494.jpg END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR