Self-reliance groups meet weekly for 12 weeks (90-120 minutes each). A course guidebook is provided.

You are invited to our stake self-reliance kick-off devotional Zoom meeting:

Thursday, January 21, 2021 at 07:00 PM 

Register in advance for this meeting (see your bishop for the link).

After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.

Below are the self-reliance groups offered by our stake:

1. Personal Finances

For those who want better control over their finances. Group members will learn how to eliminate debt, protect against financial hardship, and invest in the future. They will create a financial plan and follow a budget. Spouses are encouraged to attend together.

2. Starting and Growing Your Own Business

This self-reliance group will help you learn to make wise business decisions as you start or grow a business. The goal of this group is not only to help you with your business; it is also to help you act in greater obedience and faith in the Lord and receive His promised blessings of temporal and spiritual self-reliance. Members learn key business skills such as identifying customer needs, finding customers, and keeping good business records. 

3. Finding a Better Job

For those who are looking for work or a better job. Group members will learn to identify opportunities, network, present themselves professionally, and prepare for job interviews. They will also set goals for contacts and interviews.

4. Education for Better Work

For those who need additional education or training to get a job. Group members will research, create, and present career and education plans. They will also spend time each week practicing skills that will help them be more effective learners.

5. Emotional Resilience

Building Emotional Resilience, Healthy Thinking Patterns. Our Body and Emotions, Managing Stress and Anxiety. Understanding Sadness and Depression, Overcoming Anger, Managing Addictive Behaviors, Building Healthy Relationships, Providing Strength to Others, Moving Forward with Faith

For questions, please contact me or one of the stake leaders below:

• Jan Keim (Stake Self-Reliance Coordinator)
• Norm Johnson (Stake High Council Representative)

See you there!