Bishopric Message 

April is one of my favorite months of the year! Trees and plants begin to blossom, the weather warms, and Easter brings the best candy selection of the year! But more importantly, we have the opportunity to hear from our prophets and leaders during General Conference and to celebrate the resurrection of our Savior, Jesus Christ.

In the General Presidency’s Easter message, they remind us that “the Resurrection is a gift to all of Heavenly Father’s children who have ever lived on this earth.” They also emphasize the words of Isaiah 53:4-5:

4 Surely he hath borne our griefs⁠, and carried our sorrows: yet we did esteem him stricken, smitten of God, and afflicted.

5 But he was wounded for our transgressions⁠, he was bruised for our iniquities: the chastisement of our peace was upon him; and with his stripes we are healed.

The last part of verse five—“and with his stripes, we are healed”—really touched my heart. What an incredible sacrifice He made for us! Because of His Atonement, we can be forgiven. Because of His Resurrection, we have the promise of eternal life.

This Easter season, let’s take time to reflect on His love and share it with those around us.

I bear witness that Jesus Christ lives! His sacrifice and Resurrection bring hope to all. As we celebrate Easter, I invite you to renew your commitment to follow Him, love one another, and embrace the joy that comes from living His gospel. May His Spirit be with you always!

Brother DeJesus

Coming up in the 26th Ward...

Ward Choir Practice

Sundays at 1:00 pm

Wendy and Alan Houtz's home

 Mapleton Community Cleanup

April 26th 9:30 am - 12:00 noon

Bring family and friends to help in neighborhood projects or community projects! 

Lunch served at noon for all! Reach out to Michelle Estes with any questions.

Sign up to join community projects on JustServe.org

Melchizedek Priesthood Preview

Sunday, April 27th at 4:00 pm

All those young men expecting a mission call or anticipate receiving the Melchizedek Priesthood any time this year are invited, along with their parents. 

Seminary Graduation

May 18th at 6:00 pm at the Stake Center

Sacrament Meeting Program

4/27/2025

Presiding: Bishop Jed Finlinson

Conducting: Ryan DeJesus

Music Director: Sylvia Athay

Organist: Boston Gubler

Announcements

Opening Hymn: #1201 Hail the Day That Sees Him Rise

Opening Prayer: Jayci Allan

Ward Business

Sacrament Hymn: #185 "Reverently and Meekly Now"

Administration of the Sacrament

Musical Number: #1206 "Were You There?"

Duet by Miriam and Jared Boswell, accompanied by Sonia Johnson and Pam Tippetts

Congregation, please join on the last verse.

Closing Hymn: #308 "Love One Another"

Closing Prayer: Karl Allan