May 13, 2026 - Stake Newsletter

May 13
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Mesa Alma Stake

Upcoming Events
May 17	Seminary Graduation & Recognition
May 18	Temple Square Visitors Center Opens
June 14	Father's Day
For a full listing, see your Ward & Stake calendar. https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/calendar/

Teaching from Pres D. Todd Christofferson

“Adopting the character of Christ is not only a question of our personal preparation but a primary element of preparing the world for the Lord’s return and His glorious millennial reign. We tend to underestimate the influence of Christlike individuals in the world, but working one by one has always been Jesus’s approach to changing society and establishing His kingdom. It is the aggregation of individual choices over time that forms and changes societies for good or ill. No one of us alone can change the world, but each of us can have an influence in the world.”

Seminary Graduation & Recognition

Celebrate Our Seminary Graduates! Please join us in celebrating the hard work and dedication of our youth at the Mesa Arizona Alma Stake Seminary Graduation & Recognition. This special event is for all students, youth, and families to come together and honor those who have reached this significant milestone.

The ceremony will be held on Sunday, May 17th at 2:30 PM at the stake center located at 2300 W Javelina, Mesa, 85202.

We look forward to seeing the youth and their families for this meaningful afternoon, with refreshments to follow the program.

Stake Girls Camp Service Project: Collection Drive

Our young women are preparing for camp with a meaningful service project, and they need your help! We are currently holding an Underwear Collection Drive to support those in need.

How You Can Help

If you would like to contribute, please ensure your donations meet the following specific requirements:

Sizes Needed: Girl's sizes 12, 14, and 16, or Women's sizes 5–7.

Material: Items must be 100% cotton or a cotton mix. Please avoid items made entirely of nylon or polyester.

Design: For these specific needs, items cannot have words, animals, or faces on them.

Donation Methods

There are two easy ways to get your donations to us before the May 31st deadline:

1. Drop-off: Deliver items directly to your ward's Relief Society room.

2. Online: Use the QR code on the flyer to access our Amazon Wish List. Items purchased through the link will be delivered directly to Jenn.

If you have any questions, please reach out to Jenn Seiter at (480) 415-9903. Thank you for supporting our youth in this effort to serve!

Join the Amateur (ham) Mesa Alma Stake net

If you are an amateur (ham) radio operator we would love for you to join us on the Mesa Alma Stake net. Meet Sunday evenings at 6:30 pm on 146.540 MHz simplex.

Looking for More Peace and Progress in Your Daily Life?

The My Foundation course teaches powerful, gospel-centered principles like faith, education, hard work, and trusting the Lord. As we live these principles, the Lord will bless our lives with greater peace, hope, and progress.

We invite you to join us!

What: A 4-week, 1-hour "My Foundation" course
When: Every Sunday at 2:30 PM
Where: Mesa Alma Stake Center (2300 West Javelina Avenue)

All are welcome—feel free to bring a friend or neighbor who might benefit from these principles. More information here.

Start any week! The lessons repeat after each 4-week session, so jump in at any time or catch up on a missed week.

America250

America250 is a multi-year, nonpartisan initiative—celebrating the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence and the nation's founding. This nationwide commemoration aims to engage all 350 million Americans through events, service projects, and historical reflection. Check out our page dedicated to America250 and the many service opportunities available. https://www.mesaalma.org/america250