by Bryan Beckstrom
We as the Elders Quorum had the privilege of participating in the Statewide Food Drive on 03/15/25. We got to go and pick up the food that those within our ward boundaries donated. I had the opportunity to take the food we collected to the Drop off location for the Utah Food Bank. I was happy to see that they had filled a large box truck and a full-size semi-trailer full of food. These donations came from Parowan and Cedar City. That amount of food will go a good distance. We, the Elders Quorum Presidency, would like to thank all those that donated and those that helped to pick up the food. Thanks to the Young Men and Women for taking around flyers. Those in need will greatly benefit from our efforts.
When thinking of caring for the poor and needy I found a talk given back in October of 1978 by then President Marion G Romney the talk was titled “Caring for the Poor-A Covenantal Obligation”. We as members of the church covenant take care of our brothers and sisters around us. We are our brother’s keepers and as such we must make sure to take care of those in need. With our efforts with the food drive, we are participating in the covenants that we have made. Thank You.
If you are in need there are many resources out there. Please reach out to us as an Elders Quorum Presidency or you can reach out to the Relief Society Presidency as well. We will make sure the Bishopric knows of any needs.
I know that we are all enlisted in this great work of loving and caring for each other. I know that God and Jesus are helping us along and they love each one of us especially as we try and try again to be better and do better. I love this gospel of hope and love. I love my Savior for everything he has done for me and am happy to help my brothers and sisters here on this earth. I know the Book of Mormon is true and I know I draw closer to my Savior by studying it. I leave you this testimony in the name of Jesus Christ. Amen.
Thanks,
Bryan Beckstrom
1st Counselor in the Elders Quorum Presidency.
Elders Quorum Presidency
President: Jeffrey Schenk 937-830-5011
1st - Bryan Beckstrom 801-649-8726
2nd - Charles Day 435-592-6337
Secretary- Keith Maxwell 435-592-6560