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2 • The Beehive Phoenix Arizona
By Cecily Markland The Beehive toTemple Open for Public Tours
To ensure compliance with the n the northwest sector of the Valley June 2011, Elder Ronald A. Rasband, height regulations of the existing of the Sun, on Pinnacle Peak Road, of the Presidency of the Seventy, said residential zoning, the Phoenix stands the Phoenix Arizona Tem- the temple would be “beautiful and Arizona Temple was completely I redesigned and, as a ple—a pinnacle of the hopes, dreams magnificent” and that it would bless result, has a more and spiritual yearnings of Latter-day both the Latter-day Saint population intricate steeple, a Saints in the 16 stakes in Phoenix, and the Phoenix community. much larger foot- Glendale, Surprise, Peoria, Buckeye, “It’s wonderful to have a temple print and more than twice the square Goodyear, Deer Valley, Cottonwood so close,” says Lynn Maxfield, of the footage of and Prescott that make up the temple Peoria Ward, Peoria Stake, who, with the original district. her husband, Mike, has been an or- design. The construction of the Phoenix dinance worker in the Mesa Arizona Temple, the fifth in the state, was an- Temple for the past 11 years. nounced by President Thomas S. Mon- Dave Simonson, of the Thun- son on May 24, 2008. Now complete, derbird Hills Ward, Glendale North the temple will open for public tours Stake, agrees. Dave, who lives just a October 10 through November 1, and, mile from the Phoenix Temple, has when dedicated November 16, will be had the assignment from the Church the Church’s 144th operating temple. At the groundbreaking ceremony in Continued on pg. 5 Photo by Dave Simonson
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The Beehive • 3 4 • The Beehive Phoenix Arizona Temple Continued from pg. 3 to photograph the construction. the proposed site design, some ex- “It is pretty awesome. All along pressed concerns over increased traffic it has been ‘my temple,’ and this as- as well as the color, lighting and the signment has made height of the temple. it even more After much dis- personal,” he “We wanted our cussion—and says. even though For Por- subcontractors to have the Phoenix ter Brothers, Planning the general a great experience. We Commission contractors, unanimously those person- were representing the recommend- al feelings ed that the run deep. Church and we wanted City Coun- “It was cil approve different than to do that well.” the rezoning any other job be- application that cause of my personal would allow the Church Photo by Dave Simonson feelings about temples,” says Chase to construct the temple at 40 feet Construction workers and several Church members from the surrounding area, gathered Porter, Project Engineer with Porter high—Church officials announced in on May 15, 2013, to watch the milestone event when the gold-leafed angel Moroni stat- Brothers and a member of the Hawes January 2010 that the temple would be ue was installed on the spire of the Phoenix Arizona Temple. Ward, Queen Creek Stake. completely redesigned to comply with He says, from the outset, “We the existing zoning limit of 30 feet. ally turned out the way it was supposed Chase says. really wanted to put our best foot “From the original 27,000-square to,” he says. One of the subcontractors was forward and to do a good job;” and, foot design, the redesign more than Once the new design was approved, Western Millwork, a Phoenix-based in addition, “We wanted our subcon- doubled the size, to 60,000-square the construction “had to come together company owned by Bill Roach. tractors to have a great experience. feet,” that included a much larger quickly to maintain schedules,” Chase Project manager, Robert McKee, says We were representing the Church and footprint as well as a basement and says. Yet, he adds, far from being their work included all the wood—the we wanted to do that well.” sub-basement, Chase says. “The new “thrown together” a high standard of doors, jams, moldings, altars and win- Chase says they were able to see design is nicely proportioned, and the quality and craftsmanship was expected dow trim, as well as veneered panels the hand of the Lord in the process, way it steps back in, with a spire com- and adhered to throughout the project. and columns of sapele, a wood of even in the beginning. When repre- ing from that, to me, it is much more They communicated, first with esti- the mahogany family in the “fanci- sentatives of the Church initially met pleasing to the eye.” mators and then with crews, explaining est” instruction room, and laser-cut with residents in the area to discuss “The Lords’ plan is so much better the standard of quality that the Church the project and to share a rendition of than what we had even hoped for. It re- expected and was willing to pay for, Continued on pg. 6
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The Beehive • 5 Phoenix Arizona Temple Continued from pg. 5
patterns of the saguaro medallion, “an come.” emulated saguaro blossom” in some Dawson, too, relishes the experi- of the wood. ence of working with his son and says He says their crew, which includ- he gained a new appreciation for what ed up to 15 workers at times, enjoyed goes into the construction, and, espe- the opportunity to work on a project cially, into the design of a temple. with “such good carpentry and such a “I was amazed at the things built beautiful design.” into the design and the purpose for “You run into a project like this them,” he says. Not only are things once in a lifetime. I’ve been working designed to be true and square and for 17 years in millwork, and I’ve as perfect as possible, he says, but never had an opportunity to work on certain elements are also intended to a building like that before,” McKee teach and instruct. says. “You just don’t see buildings “I was amazed to see how much
like this. It’s really high class.” Photo by Dave Simonson attention there is to the principle of “I tell everyone they have to go progression in the temple design, so The use of precast concrete pieces and panels allowed for dramatic detailing and design ele- see this thing during the open house,” ments like ellipses and agave stalks and blossoms to be incorporated into the exterior design that even the finish in one room needs McKee says. of the Phoenix Arizona Temple. to be slightly better, a little more In addition to the beautiful wood- elegantly done than in a previous work throughout the temple, open room,” Dawson says. house visitors will enjoy murals by with my father, Dawson Stewart, on they made to do so.” He says, often, such as time when Keith Bond, a stained-glass focal this project. He was the project manag- Spencer and Dawson, who also are others had left and he was alone to point, and the presentation of the lo- er, so we were on the job, one-on-one members of the Hawes Ward in Queen shut the site down for the night, he cal terra-cotta element in the second together much of the time.” Creek Stake, often left their homes had times to reflect and to think: instruction room. He says, “To be working with my early in the morning and “sometimes I “How could you possibly build some- Spencer Stewart, superintendent dad on a temple—to be working with didn’t get home until my kids were in thing of more import or consequence with Porter Brothers, says there are him on building that has so much to do bed,” Spencer says. He and his wife, than a temple? There is not anything other, less-obvious things about the with creating eternal family ties—was Jenny, have four children, ages 14, 5, 3, of more importance,” he says. “It’s Phoenix Temple that add to its beauty just such a blessing.” and 1. not just a building. Not at all.” and it’s meaning for him. Spencer says it caused him to think “It was a sacrifice we knew we were “It was an honor,” Chase says. “One of the interesting things that back to pioneer times, when “they often making when I took on the project,” “It was a lot of hard work, but it was not many people know is that I had worked on temples as families” and, he says, “but we were okay doing that. such an honor to be a part of it.” the unique experience of working also to consider “some of the sacrifices We wanted to do it, and the blessing
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6 • The Beehive Phoenix Arizona Temple Open House Details Dedication Details
Open House Dates Invited Dedication Friday, 10 October, thru Saturday, The general public, including Regular three-hour block meetings 1 November 2014, excluding children of all ages. Admission is will be cancelled on Sunday, Sundays free, but reservations are requested. November 16 for all Arizona stakes and districts, and the Temple will Reservations Tours be dedicated in three sessions Open house tickets will Tours will begin in the chapel on that will be broadcast to Arizona be available at www. the east side of the temple, with meetinghouses, at 10 a.m., 1 templeopenhouse.lds.org/tickets a10-minute video, followed by a p.m. and 4 p.m. that day. Specific beginning Monday, September 29, tour of the temple. After the tour, instructions for attendance will at 10 a.m. MST. guests may visit a reception area be made available through local priesthood leaders. to enjoy displays about the temple Parking and ask questions. Guests should plan to arrive early Dress to allow time for traffic and parking. Parking attendants will be on hand. Modest dress is requested.
The Beehive • 7 Third Annual FamilyFamily HistoryHistory ConConfferenerenccee to be Held in Tempe
By Cecily Markland The Beehive
he Mesa FamilySearch experts and content experts for family “It is very exciting to research about Library will host its third an- research,” says Gordon Mulleneaux, our ancestors. What motivated them to t nual Family History Confer- conference chair. move from one spot to another spot? ence on October 25, with topics and “Our strength is in their diversity Was it in search of freedom? Or, were classes for beginner genealogists and of backgrounds,” he says. “At this they escaping some family tragedy?” seasoned family history buffs as well. year’s conference we have several “Oftentimes,” he says, “people learn
The conference theme, “Putting the people who bring new perspective to things about their ancestors they did Photo courtesy of Mesa FamilySearch Library Puzzle Together,” comes from the fact us about their family history research. not previously know.” Dennis Brimhall , CEO of FamilySearch, will that “Finding your ancestors can be one Also people are bringing some of the Brother Mulleneaux says, “Another be the keynote speaker at the third annual of the most interesting puzzles you can more modern tools of genealogy, using reason family history is so popular Family History Conference that will be held work on,” states the Mesa FamilySe- an iPad for example or using social in today’s world is that the modern at the Tempe Institute of Religion in October. arch Library website. media for family history.” computer is constantly changing how The keynote address will be pre- There will be a total of 55 classes, the family researcher can look for sented by Dennis Brimhall, CEO of 10 more than last year. information, including online books, The conference will be held at the FamilySearch, one of the largest family The classes cover a wide variety available databases in various parts of Tempe Institute of Religion on the ASU history sites in the world. A graduate of topics pertaining to family history, the world and software programs that Campus from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Satur- of Brigham Young University, Brother including classes about the FamilySe- provide research tools unavailable only day, October 25. Brimhall later received an MBA from arch site, ancestry.com, maps, censuses, a few short years ago.” The conference is free, but online Northwestern University. He has served social media, in addition to specific He says since he retired about four registration is required and box lunches in numerous Church callings, includ- training on various records—Swedish, years ago, he spends at least 35 to 40 (optional) may be purchased at www. ing stake president, high councilor German, English, French. hours a week in family history, either mesafsl.org. Registration will be closed and mission president. He was named A complete list of classes and bios working on his own family history or at 720 registrations, as that is the a member of the Sixth Quorum of the of all presenters are available at me- helping others in their search. He’s maximum number the conference can Seventy in 2009 and honorably re- safsl.org. found, “In order to stay current, the accommodate. leased in April 2014. Brother Mulleneaux says, even family researcher must look at all the “We invite all to come and research In addition to an excellent keynote those who have done very little in the new tools and new techniques which with us and learn of the various avail- speaker, the conference will feature “a way of family history will find helpful are coming rapidly to family history re- able research tools,” Brother Mulle- very strong teaching team of subject tips and motivation at this conference. search.” neaux says.
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8 • The Beehive Mesa Woman Leaves Legacy of Love of Music, Family and Her Heritage
By Cecily Markland The Beehive
he will be remembered by many demonstrating her knack for memoriz- for her smile, her example of ing music. Tawna, on the violin, often S gratitude and the music she so accompanied her father on his guitar, readily shared—even in the face of her and they were known for their beautiful own tough trials. harmony. Tawna Louise Flake-Posegate, 55, In high school, Tawna received the passed away June 9. J. Rufus Crandell award, given to the She was born in Mesa, June 12, top musician of the school, and she Photo courtesy David Peterson 1959, the oldest daughter of Sanford earned a scholarship to Northern Ari- Tawna Flake-Posegate, who passed away June 9 at 55, will be remembered for her musical “Sank” and Louise Flake. Tawna grew zona University. talents, her love for the violin and her willingness to share her talents in performances across Arizona. up in Snowflake, graduating from She transferred to Snow College, Snowflake High in 1976. where she studied under Richard and In a previous interview with the Reed Nibley. own, as well as for other artists.” ried April 21, 2006, in the Snowflake Beehive, she said, “being a Flake from When Tawna served an LDS mis- “We also performed together for Arizona Temple, then made Mesa their Snowflake” with a dad who was the sion in the Finland Helsinki Mission, local, state and national dignitaries, home. Town Marshall and, later, the Chief of her violin went with her. While tract- the Performing Arts Concert Series, “She was loved by many and will be Police for five years and a mom who ing, “we got into a lot of people’s numerous LDS Church events, and greatly missed,” David says. taught junior high and high school for homes by playing the Finnish-com- for General Authorities (including at A musical tribute to Tawna is 30 years, “I had to be good.” posed ‘Be Still My Soul,’ at their door,” the Snowflake Arizona Temple Dedi- planned for this fall. David says, “If That was okay by Tawna. “I always Tawna said. cation), as well as the Northeastern anyone has pictures or video of her ... wanted to do what was right,” she said. After her mission, Tawna, with her Arizona White Mountain Silver Creek or needs more info, please contact me.” She started a musical career early in friend, David Peterson, formed Penguin Symphony,” he says. Email davidapeterson2020@yahoo. her life, singing with, and being taught Music and began to record together. Tawna told the Beehive, “The reason com or call 928-243-2020. To see by, her dad and her uncle, Melvin “We were in the recording business God gave this gift to me was to share.” video tributes to Tawna, find David- Dewitt. She learned to love the violin for more than 18 years,” David says. In 2005, she met the love of her life, Peterson or Nick Posegate on Facebook early on, playing by ear and quickly “We produced many albums of our Dominick Eugene Posegate. They mar- for links.
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The Beehive • 9 Youth in Phoenix Temple District Prepare for Cultural Celebration
By Cecily Markland The Beehive
e a Light,” the theme held at Sunrise Mountain High School for the Phoenix Temple in Peoria on Nov. 15, the night before “B Cultural Celebration, the Temple dedication. Photo courtesy Allyson Morris is also a challenge of sorts to the more “The theme refers to the sun—as Shown in front of the new Phoenix Temple they will celebrate in song and dance are director, than 4,700 Young Men and Women of in the sun that is so much a part of our Allyson Morris, second from right, committee member, Alanna Anderson, and some of the the 15 stakes in the Phoenix Temple Arizona climate—and also to the Son 4,700 youth from 15 stakes who will participate in the Phoenix Temple Cultural Celebration District who will participate. of God—and how we can be a light to According to the director, Allyson others,” says Allyson. productions. “I’ve done 37 musicals for “I pulled in five of my favorite friends. Morris, the youth are aptly rising to A member of Moon Mountain my stake alone,” Allyson says. We studied and pondered, ‘What is our that challenge. Ward, Phoenix North Stake, Allyson is For this particular assignment, as youth’s culture?’ This is their cultural The Cultural Celebration will be hardly a newcomer to Church musical she prepared to create a script, she says, Continued on pg. 11
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10 • The Beehive Youth Prepare Cultural Celebration Continued from pg. 10 says, adding that it has been gratify- water spring in the desert. them to. It’s very exciting.” ing to see the youth get involved and Sixteen-year-old, Adam, agrees, Ryan, 13, says, “It amazes me how excited about the celebration. “The temple is the living water for blessed we are to have a temple so celebration, so we wanted it to reflect “They’re putting 100 percent into it. everyone in the desert. close to us when some members must their culture.” They’re putting their whole souls into Allyson says, as they prepare for drive for days to receive the blessings She extensively studied the history it,” says Allyson. the Cultural Celebration, the youth are of the temple.” of Arizona and the Church’s role in that “They are singing, dancing, cel- learning the importance of the temple. Sixteen-year-old Courtney, too, is history. Then, “With the Spirit touching ebrating this temple with their whole “They are learning that they are grateful for a temple that will be so my heart, I went at it,” she says. body. His kids and this is His temple to bring close “that we can call it ‘our temple.’” The result is a script that focuses on She says there also has been a six areas. Youth have been divided into tremendous excitement and willingness six “regions,” and to serve and work each region will among the many celebrate one “They’re putting adult volun- of the six areas. teers, including These areas in- music special- Accident Injury & clude “the Na- 100 percent into ists, dance spe- tive American cialists, medi- Wrongful Death Law culture and cal and security the canals that it. They’re putting people. Free Consultation • No Recovery–No Fee brought life- As the Home and Hospital Visits Available giving water youth practice to the desert,” their whole souls the music and Allyson says. dance numbers Another region into it” in preparation, celebrates the they are also Hispanic influence strengthening their in this area, and, “We have a military testimonies and learning more about base in the Phoenix Temple district, so the temple. one area will celebrate the military and “It’s all about the temple,” she says. the freedoms of America,” Allyson says. Several of the youth who are “We also include a celebration of participating in the celebration have the air conditioner. It was invented their pictures and testimonies about the in the ‘50s and after that invention, temple posted Phoenix doubled in size,” she says, Posted on the Cultural Celebration adding that this segment will include a website, at BeALightPhoenix.com, are ‘50s number, complete with about 300 pictures of several of the youth who are Kenneth P. Smith John M. Alston poodle skirts. participating in the celebration, along Another segment focuses on a with their testimonies about the temple, Hablamos Español celebration of talents “and on the huge along with ideas of what it means to be number of talented kids we have in this a light. area.” The sixth area focuses on the For example, Haley, 17, says, “I can Smith AlSton, plc culture of service and missionary work, be a light by representing the church ACCIDENT/INJURY ATTORNEYS “celebrating the light we have received and spreading the gospel every day.” and now we have to share,” Allyson Sarah, 16, says, “Going to the 480-833-4488 says. temple helps me regain perspective on This kind of production is energiz- what’s important in my life and helps 715 N. Gilbert Rd., Suite 1 • Mesa, AZ 85203 ing for Allyson. “It’s in my blood,” she me spiritually refuel, similar to a fresh
The Beehive • 11 Arizona’s Mother Year of the Finds Fun Purpose as a Mother&
By Cecily Markland Photo by E. Daniel Shoemaker The Beehive Arizona’s 2014 Mother of the Year, Lila Shoemaker, says her greatest treasure and accomplish- ment is her family--husband, E. Daniel Shoemaker, their 6 children and 19 grandchildren. y greatest work, my state board positions and on the nation- magnum opus, is my al board for seven years. over God’s children, and that parent- including Notations, a local women’s “Mfamily,” says Lila “I can see no greater vocation than ing is the greatest work I will ever do,” song and dance troupe she performed Shoemaker, who was named Arizona’s to promote positive mothering and Lila says. with for 14 years. 2014 Mother of the Year in May and strengthening the moral and spiritual While doing that great work, Lila She sang while changing diapers represented Arizona in April at the foundation of every family in Ameri- says, it also is important to “find the and raising kids, “and as a result they national American Mothers, Inc. (AMI) ca,” she says. fun.” all have fantastic voices,” Lila laughs. convention. She says she followed the pattern of “Daniel and I were poor when we Her children have been involved in “all The seventh of eight children of parenting she saw in her own home. bought an old house, with a leaky roof, kinds of music from writing, to learn- Grant and Kathleen Palmer, Lila was “I learned parenting from my par- but it had a big backyard with fruit ing to play and performing.” born and raised in Mesa and graduated ents,” Lila says. “My mother and father trees. We’d ‘find the fun’ by climbing Sister Shoemaker also enjoys using from Mesa Community College. parented with purpose. … they wanted the trees, we canned the fruit, we built her music to serve God and to sing His She and her husband, Earl Daniel to teach us to love each other and get a sandbox, planted a huge garden, and praises. Shoemaker, are members of the Lazona along.” set up a small farm with a goat, rabbits, “I’ve shared the skills I was taught, Ward, Mesa Arizona Maricopa Stake. In much the same way, the Shoe- chickens, turkeys, and pigs.” teaching children songs that remind They have six grown children and 19 makers used music lessons, sports, Music also added to their fam- them of God, our relationship with Him grandchildren, with more on the way. Scouting and church attendance to help ily fun. Lila learned to love music and His creations and expectations. Lila has been involved with AMI instill those values in their children. as a child and performed with many for the past 30 years, serving in various “I believe that parents are stewards Arizona choirs and theatre companies, Continued on pg. 13
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12 • The Beehive East Valley Stakes Host 2014 Singles Conference
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he Arizona East Valley Singles throughout the day, including one by aa triptrip oror goinggoing Conference 2014, for singles Jonathan Decker, licensed marriage and T ages 31 and older, will be Octo- family therapist and certified instruc- onon aa mission?mission? ber 23 through 26. tor of the class, “How to Avoid Falling The theme, “If not me, who? If not in Love with a Jerk(ette).” (See www. now, when?” refers to the quote from jdeckertherapy.com.) Passport Health Elder Jeffrey R. Holland, “[Christ says] After the workshops will be a luau Provides: … I need someone to feed my sheep dinner and entertainment, then two • A full line of immunizations and save my lambs. I need someone to dances, one under the stars and one including Yellow Fever preach my gospel and defend my faith. inside. I need someone who loves me, truly, On Sunday, a singles sacrament • Travel related medicines truly loves me.” meeting will be followed by a light Hosted by nine East Valley stakes, dinner, a closing address and music • A unique line of traveler’s the conference includes a variety of by William Joseph, pianist. Phoenix supplies: repellent, traveler’s diarrhea kit, AC converter/ activities, beginning Thursday at the native, William Joseph worked with adapter & much more! Gilbert Temple, with participants at- David Foster on his major-label solo tending an endowment session or a debut and continues to be in demand family history activity in the adjoining for high-profile musical events. chapel, followed by refreshments by The conference will be at the American Gilbert •Tempe • Phoenix • Glendale Waffle Love in the chapel parking lot. Leadership Academy, 23908 S. Hawes Scottsdale • Flagstaff • Tucson Friday evening will feature fun Road in Queen Creek. For details, visit: social mixers and two dances. http://www.ldssinglesmingleandmore. Saturday will start with a key- com/conferences-regional-events.html Call for a convenient note address, followed by workshops appointment: WE EDUCATE (480) 345-6800 & VACCINATE! AZ Mother of the Year Continued from pg. 12 She currently teaches reading and I learned to lead the church choir in math skills at Emerson Elementary praises to God.” School, and beginning violin and guitar Her children did summer swim team at Burke Basic Elementary School. Wills • Trusts and were involved with summer Little She also serves with her husband as League and girls’ softball, with Sister a Church service missionary with the Shoemaker often coaching and assist- BYUY-Idaho Pathway program. Estate Planning ing the teams. In addition, she strives to help other Scouting, too, was a big part of their mothers in any way she can. family life. “I learned marvelous skills as a Probate • Guardianship “We have always been heavily mother—patience, understanding, involved with Scouting,” she says. “I child development and a love and ap- was a Scoutmaster’s wife for many preciation for God and His wisdom in years and all four of our sons are Eagle creating families. [Now] I apply all that Scouts.” I learned, to help other mothers and Lila learned American Sign Lan- children. I encourage mothers and as- guage, became an interpreter and con- sist my own daughters (and in-laws) in tinues to volunteer with the Deaf. their greatest role in life—mother.” This Could
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The Beehive • 13 A Conversation with the Younger Generation
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The Beehive • 15 LDS Gymnast Sets Her Sights on 2016 Olympics
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ykayla Skinner is start- took the bronze in both vault and floor ing her senior year in high exercise and sixth in the all-around. M school in a big way. For the past seven years, she has On August 23, the Gilbert teen and trained under the watchful eye of member of Lyons Gate Ward, Higley National Team coordinator, Martha Stake, earned two silver medals at the Karolyi, in Houston. 2014 P&G Gymnastics Championships Mykayla represented the U.S. in in Pittsburgh. She also was named the Italy at the Trophy of Jesolo competi-
fifth best all-around gymnast in the tion last March. Her two individual Photo by Katelyn Wiley U.S. and earned a spot on the Senior gold medals for vault and floor helped Champion gymnast, Mykayla Skinner, of Gilbert, earned a spot on the Senior USA National USA National Team for the second the U.S. win the team gold. Team for the second consecutive year and has set her sights on competing in the 2016 Olym- consecutive year. Mykayla also finished first at a pics. The following day, Mykayla board- recent National Team Training Camp ed a bus for the Senior Pan American verification, ahead of 2012 Olympic my routines, and I pray a lot,” she says. Cris, are their daughter’s biggest cheer- Championships in Canada. She hopes gold medalist Kyla Ross. In August, Her coach, Lisa Spini, says, “Myka- leaders. to earn a place at the World Champion- she earned a silver medal on vault and la is currently ranked No. 1 in the “This has been a great year for ships in China this fall. Each competi- fifth place in the all-around at the 2014 world on vault and has the highest start Mykayla,” says her mother. “It’s amaz- tion is a step on her journey to the 2016 Secret U.S. Classic in Chicago. value in the world on floor exercise.” ing. She’s a whole different athlete, and Olympics. Her favorite element is the double- Mykayla spends over 31 hours each her dance has really progressed.” The petite 17-year-old, who trains at double-laid-out on the floor exercise. week at the gym. She begins school at After high school graduation, Desert Lights Gymnastics in Chandler, Her routine is one of the most difficult 6:30 a.m., eats lunch at home and heads Mykayla plans to take a year off to fo- has steadily risen to the top. in the world. to the gym just after noon. She and her cus on gymnastics and prepare for the At the 2012 P&G National Champi- “In the past year, I have really coach also spend five days each month 2016 Olympic team trials. In the mean- onships, she earned a bronze medal on grown a lot,” Mykayla says of both her training in Houston. time, Mykayla’s senior year at Higley vault and came in 15th in the all-around, ability and her confidence. She pre- Mykayla’s mom, Kym, has worked High School will be a memorable one. barely missing the chance to compete pares mentally and spiritually for every part-time at the gym and organizes Along with juggling homework and fi- in the 2012 Olympic trials. A year later, competition. gymnastic meets to help defer expenses nals, Skinner will be vaulting, twisting at the 2013 championships, Mykayla “Before I go to bed, I think about for the costly sport. She and husband, and flipping her way around the world.
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he BYU-Idaho Pathway a model for future such events,” said distance-learning program takes Elder Robert George. “There are a few priesthood-driven, Church- smaller sites that are doing this, but Photo by John Power, Biltmore Photo T At a recent orientation event, Church-service missionaries with the Pathway program con- sponsored higher education to thou- nothing as large as the Mesa sites.” ducted interviews, answered questions, gave information and signed up new applicants, sands of students around the world. In The graduation was held at Mesa bringing the total to more than 300 who signed up to participate in the Pathway program at 2009, when Pathway was launched, Community College Institute of Reli- the new Gateway site. Mesa was one of three pilot sites. gion, where 600 were in attendance to By the time the 2014 winter semester honor approximately 200 graduates, Students in the Pathway receive program,” Elder Shoemaker says. began, Pathway had reached 7,000 stu- ranging in age from 18 to 72. most of their instruction online, then In addition to the convenience of dents and 170 sites were under operation The program’s popularity stems meet weekly, typically in local meet- online classes, the blessings of reli- or had been announced from Alaska to from the fact that it is a perfect fit for inghouses, for institute classes and gious education and the support of mis- South Africa, including in 18 countries. many who “have faced barriers of cost, academic review. Each semester, stu- sionaries as mentors, Pathway students The Arizona program has seen time, fear, or lack of confidence to dents take five credit hours of classes, find significant cost advantages as well. steady growth as well, and, in July the succeed in a university environment,” including institute, and the Pathway “The cost is only $65 per credit East Mesa and West Mesa sites were the program website states. “Pathway program takes three semesters, or one hour,” says Elder Shoemaker. again “pilots.” provides an educational opportunity year, to complete. That’s less than half the cost of a “We held the first multi-site gradu- never before thought possible.” That preparatory year opens the similar course taught on the BYU- ation,” says Elder Daniel Shoemaker, “Pathway is a low-cost educa- doors so students can go on to certifi- Idaho campus and far less than other who, with his wife, Lila, serves as a tional opportunity that combines online cate, two-year degree, and four-year universities, Elder Shoemaker explains. service missionary with the Pathway courses with local gatherings,” it degree programs. After the first year online, tuition program. explains. “Students earn college credit “As Church-service missionaries, stays at the same low level for students “This graduation ceremony was that is eligible for transfer to BYU- we are called to oversee a cohort of another groundbreaking experience … Idaho and other universities.” students and to guide them through the Continued on pg. 21
The Beehive • 17 Corporate Trainer Empowers Teens to “Own” Their Success
By Cecily Markland The Beehive
ennis Deaton, nationally a winning situation for everyone,” Dr. leads us along. I’m real- known as a corporate educa- Deaton says. izing that all the work Dtor and popular convention A member of the Thayer Park Ward, I’ve done in the business speaker, has trained thousands of Mountain View Stake, Dr. Deaton has world was to prepare the businessmen and women over the past taught similar principles in church set- way and hone the mes- 25 years. tings as well, encouraging accountabil- sage so sorely needed by Now, his message is making a ity and “tough-minded ownership” in young people today.” dramatic difference for teens across the adult education courses for the Church Case in point: the large country. Education System and as a regular percentage of high school That message of personal respon- speaker at BYU Campus Education students who struggle sibility and accountability, unique in Week for 25 years. to finish, many dealing
the business world, is almost unheard He says it’s been gratifying to see with chronic challenges Photo by Aubrey Startin Photograhy of among some teenagers today. Dr. the effect these principles have, espe- they’ve had throughout After more than 20 years as a corporate trainer, Dennis Dea- Deaton calls it “Ownership Spirit.” cially in the workplace. Employees their school years. Statis- ton, now teaches principles of “ownership thinking” to teens, Ownership Spirit is his trademark who embrace ownership “are healthier tics show more than 8,000 equipping them for success through an online accountability and the topic of his fifth book, the 2009 and more productive, and the company students drop out of high and empowerment course called Own It! Best Books Award Winner in the Busi- prospers as employees become more school every day. Among ness Motivation category, titled Owner- engaged in their work and promoting those who do begin some form of post- ship Spirit: The One Grand Key that company success,” he says. secondary education, one-third quit in thought processes that produce success- Changes Everything Else. Yet, while grateful for his many past the first year. ful skills and traits. They are missing “Ownership Spirit is a way of man- opportunities, he sees his latest endeav- “What is missing for many young the Ownership Spirit,” Dr. Deaton says. aging our thoughts, so we think like an or as the culmination of his life’s work. people is a particular skillset. More Education leader Dana Van Deinse owner, rather than a victim, and create “It is so interesting how the Lord specifically, they are missing a set of Continued on pg. 21
18 • The Beehive The Beehive • 19 ContinueSisters Family In A Tradition Chord of Four-Part Harmony By Cindy R. Williams The Beehive
isters In A Chord is the latest one who taught four-part harmony to brainchild of Doreen Hansen of her grandnieces and instilled in them a S the Mesa Arizona Lehi Stake. love for the barbershop style. Now, she The four-part harmony barbershop- is doing the same with their younger Photo courtesy Doreen Hansen quartet style group consists of teenage sisters, Bethany Threet, 14, and Lau- The Threet Sister, daughters of Melanie and Sterling Threet, formed a group and, for many girls, all related to the former group ren, 12, and Erica’s daughter, Kateyn years, sang barbershop-style four-part harmony together. Now, their younger sisters are known as the Threet Sisters. Wiezbowksi, 11, who make up the core learning to sing four-part harmony as part of the Young Women in Harmony group. Shown (l to r) are Katelyn Wiezbowksi, Erica Wiezbowski, Emily Orines, Alison Richardson, Carly Morris, Erica, Emily, Alison, and Carly of the “next generation” group, Sisters Bethany Threet and Lauren Threet. Threet, who made up the original In A Chord. Sister Hansen is currently Threet Sisters group, have continued searching for a fourth singer to com- lowship, fun and personal fulfillment,” adapted and evolved over time.” to sing together throughout the years, plete the group. Sister Hansen says. Sister Hansen says she first learned even though they are now married and “Singing the powerfully balanced “A wide variety of songs, tempo, to love the barbershop style years ago, have children of their own. sounds of four-part harmony provides choreography and costuming can be when she sang with the International “The girls are my grandnieces— an invaluable learning atmosphere, a showcased in the barbershop style Champion Scottsdale Sweet Adeline daughters of my niece, Melanie rich, rewarding experience and gives today,” she adds. “Like all music styles, Chorus. Threet,” says Doreen. Doreen was the girls and women an opportunity for fel- barbershop harmony has expanded, “My time singing with Scottsdale Chorus and learning the art of sing- ing four-part harmony, has been my Family Owned & Operated Since 1975 motivation to continue teaching others the joy of singing in this style,” says Hansen. Doreen has a similar purpose behind teaching classes and forming the new Sisters In A Chord group. With both endeavors, she wants to teach musi- cal excellence, to advance the musical art form of four-part harmony and to enrich the lives of girls and women. “The girls and women will develop Certified Technicians • Lifetime Warranty their vocal skills, discover the joy of 24-Hour Towing • Insurance Specialists singing in their lives, create something Award-Winning Shop beautiful together that could never be created separately, take a break from
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The Beehive • 23 Arizona native publishes Saints and Sinners— the second book in a series
By Jennifer Griffith The Beehive
rizona native Virgil Alexander, assigned to kill Mariana, a beauti- are killed, Manny’s family is put at of the Shalimar Ward, Tempe ful young Mexican girl, can’t bring risk and clues that Mariana may still be AStake, recently released his himself to do it after hearing her sing. alive trickle back to her enemies. second book in a series. Instead, he confesses to policeman Brother Alexander says, “The plot Set in Mexico and the Gila Valley Emilio Campos—begging the officer for any mystery generally includes a of Arizona, Saints and Sinners follows to help save the girl’s life before the ‘treasure,’ something desirable, which the cross-cultural detective drug lords get incites violence. In my first book, it friends intro- Saints and Sin- someone else was literally a trove of stolen gold and duced in The ners adds a bit of to pull the silver. In this book, it is beautiful and Wham Curse, romance and mys- trigger. gifted young woman who inadvertently tery as it follows Virgil Alexander, a native of Arizona, recently deputies Bren the procedures The escape becomes a liability to a ruthless gang.” released his second novel in a series set in Allred and and antics of Campos con- The murder mystery “also has the Southwest. Manny San- detective friends cocts results some elements of thriller, international chez, and San introduced by in a chain of intrigue, and adventure,” the author “I grew up around a lot of ‘cop author Virgil Al- Carlos tribal offi- exander in his events that says. He believes Saints and Sinners talk,’” he says. cer Al Victor, and first book, The crosses both will strongly appeal to those who love Believing that cross-cultural cooper- brings in a new Wham Curse. sides of the the local landscape and those who like ation happens in real-life police work, law enforcement border and seeing the way the minds of policemen he chose to depict three very different talent from south of stretches as far as Spain work as they dig into tough cases. policemen—a white Mormon, a His- the border, Emilio and involves the maximum Although he worked in mining, he panic Catholic, and an Apache Tribal Campos. efforts of the trio of cops has been around law enforcement all Officer—working closely together. The story begins from southern Arizona. The his life through family members in that when a hit-man, stakes get higher as drug smugglers career. Continued on pg. 29
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24 • The Beehive After Fostering 125 Children, Arizona Mom Gets Dream Job
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reams Delivered” is the entered projects in the state fair for theme for this year’s Arizona many years. One year, at the fair, when “D State Fair, and, according MaryEllen was demonstrating how to to MaryEllen Simmons, it’s an apt tie quilts, a manager observed her. As description of the job she’s had for a result, she was offered the job as the the last seven years. Anytime she can Superintendent of Sewing and Crafts. be involved with arts, crafts, sewing “I was stunned and thrilled. Who and people, she is in her element; she wouldn’t want a job at the fair?” says explains, so, working as the Fair’s Su- MaryEllen. perintendent of Sewing and Crafts has She has been the superintendent for truly been a dream delivered. seven years and has been in charge of MaryEllen, who joined the Church the arts, crafts and sewing at 11 county of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints as a fairs in Maricopa and Pinal counties.” teenager, now lives in the Morning Sun This year, Sister Simmons also will Ward, Queen Creek South Stake. She oversee the leather, woodworking and and her husband, Duane, have 10 chil- culinary entries as well as those in the dren and 32 grandchildren. In addition, STEM (science, technology, engineer- as foster parents, over the course of 30 ing, and mathematics) category. years, the Simmonses cared for more “I get to sleep in a trailer on the fair- than 125 foster children. grounds for three weeks, smelling all As the children filled their home, so the good fair food. I love seeing what did the craft projects. people make. I love everything about Photo courtesy MaryEllen Simmons “I am a crafter. My specialty is the fair, including a chance to interact MaryEllen Simmons and Sponge Bob enjoy one of the many county fairs where MaryEllen is crafting with kids. Messy projects are with other people,” she says. in charge of several exhibits as Superintendent of Sewing and Crafts, a job she has had for the the most fun,” says Sister Simmons. A published writer and public past seven years. She also loves to sew. speaker, MaryEllen currently serves as “I sew every day of my life. It her ward’s librarian and, with Duane, They keep in touch with another She also travels to as many fairs as relaxes me if I am stressed,” MaryEllen as a prison ministry worker. man they worked with, who was trans- possible in Arizona and California, to says. “I never travel overnight without “We love that calling and hope to ferred to Chino, California, this year. see the latest and to get ideas for her a sewing machine. After all, I might never ever be released,” she says. “We “We go to Chino every couple “dream job,” have an idle moment,” she laughs. are assigned to a man in Eloy. We visit months to visit him,” Sister Simmons For more information, see: https:// MaryEllen and her children have regularly and write letters, too.” says. azstatefair.com/
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By Katherine Ogden The Beehive
his past June, four Arizona stakes of the Brother Hale a schedule Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints for Project Connect. Tworked with The Valley of the Sun United Way Brother Hale attended to host Project Connect. a Project Connect activ- Project Connect, started by The Valley of the Sun ity in Tempe, where he United Way (VSUW), is held monthly, to help ease thought, “Well, why the challenges for individuals who are homeless or couldn’t the LDS Church on the brink of homelessness, by bringing together do something like this?” Photo by Krystal Adair Hon valuable health and human services in a single, acces- He took his idea to of the The Durrant family helps sort men’s clothing as part of a day of service that involved four sible location. Individuals can get assistance from the Stake Presidency of the stakes participating in Project Connect, an ongoing effort of The Valley of the Sun United Way. Veterans’ Administration, Motor Vehicle Department Mesa South Stake and, and Department of Economic Security, and help with with their support, the event came together. VSUW tarian leader was in charge of collecting the donated such services as housing, health care, clothing, show- was contacted, a date was set, and the Mesa, Kimball items. Members also were asked to sign up as volun- ers, haircuts and bicycle repairs. Participants also are and Kimball East stakes were invited to participate in teers to work on the day of the event. treated to a free meal. the effort as well. “The real story is how everyone in the wards re- The partnership between VSUW and the four LDS Donell Heywood, of the Higley Stake (formerly sponded so positively and quickly,” says Sister Hey- stakes started with Steve Hale, who serves, along of the Kimball East Stake) had worked with Project wood. “All wards and stakes accepted their assign- with his wife, Melodee, as a service missionary to Connect for several years as a community volunteer ments, worked together and did an awesome job.” the Maricopa County jail system. While Brother Hale and on the planning committee. Brother Hale asked So many items were donated from the members of was teaching in the Estrella jails, an inmate told him Sister Heywood to help get things organized, write the stakes that, after serving 307 people, there were about her concerns over a lack of support after being letters and make assignments. approximately 300 food packs and more than100 released and ways to transition from jail back to regu- More than 1,400 people from the four stakes were toiletry kits left over. Those extra items were used During the last 18 years, EMPowerplus Q96 has helped over lar life. Brother Hale determined to find out exactly involved in collecting items for 400 toiletry kits and at the July Project Connect event, held at the Grace 100,000 people throughout the world to rediscover happiness. what was available in the area to help with transition- 400 food packets. They also gathered donations of Community Church in Tempe. ing. It was during a tour of the Paz de Christo out- gently used clothing, shoes, and new or gently used For more information on Project Connect, visit reach center in Mesa, that the manager there showed reading glasses and sunglasses. Each stake humani- VSUW.com. Be Happy Again Do you or someone you love struggle with stress, anxiety or mood swings? Now there is a powerful, natural remedy that may help turn things around.
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26 • The Beehive Family Completes Three-Week Service Project Doing Chores in 25 Cities Across the Nation
By Stephanie Abney The Beehive
his summer, when Gregg and Kami Murset Another slogan on the and their six children prepared for a three- RV was “Kids doing jobs T week cross-country road trip, their packing for charity.” Cities they list hardly looked like they were leaving on vacation. would travel to had been Instead of toys and games, they packed paintbrushes, mapped out; and, with cleaning supplies, shovels and tools. the help of local chari- Photo credit: MyJobChart.com The Mursets are members of the Desert Wells ties, families that needed The Murset family, of Gilbert, spent 23 days traveling to 21 states, stopping to perform service Ward, Queen Creek Arizona Stake. Brother Murset is a helping hand had been for families in 25 cities along the way. Shown here are (back row, l to r) the Mursets: (front row, a certified financial planner and founder and CEO of identified. l to r) Spencer, Adam, Sterling and Sydney; and (back row, lto r) father Gregg, Sierra, Zach and My Job Chart. His website promotes a strong work On July 29, Gregg, mother Kami with Nichol Mattson, a recipient of their service in LaFayette, Colorado. ethic. It teaches kids how to handle money, including Kami and their six chil- saving, and spending and, also, sharing with others. dren—Sterling, 7; Spencer, 9; Adam, 11; Sydney, time to get it fixed. Brother Murset says “giving back” is at the heart 13; Sierra 15; and Zach, 16—started out. Over the As they helped various families, from those of what My Job Chart is about, and he wanted his next 23 days, they stopped in 25 cities in 21 different dealing with serious illness to others experiencing children to have a powerful “giving back” lesson of states, did more than 300 chores, covered 6,511 miles financial setbacks, the children wrote in their journals their own. After careful advance planning, they were from Phoenix to New York and back and burned in each evening. They recorded their feelings about the ready for the experience of a lifetime. excess of 1,000 gallons of gas. The fuel pump went service they gave and the people they met. Some of An RV was equipped, complete with “Working out in the middle of New Mexico and, on the way their journal entries, along with a photo gallery of Across America,” painted in big letters on the side. home, the air conditioner broke, but they never had Continued on pg. 29
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The Beehive • 27 Colombian School Invites Arizona Educator to Train 36 Teachers
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Arizona Native Publishes Book Continued from pg. 24 tional, family-oriented values and try hard to keep my stories safely in those “While there is a tendency today bounds.” (which I don’t agree with) to separate Brother Alexander joined the LDS everybody into groups and subgroups Church in Miami, Ariz., when he was by race, ethnicity, or other such things, 16. In his youth, he traveled through I know of many situations where peo- Southern Arizona many times for ple of very diverse backgrounds work Church functions. together and form friendships similar to Southern Arizona, he says, is “not those depicted in my books,” he says. only a unique and varied habitat, but Because the plot centers on a kid- kind of a unique brand of civilization. napping and murder, the story includes It’s a great place to live and a fun place some violence. to write about. It’s an easy place to fall Mid Week Special “Mexican drug cartels commit up to in love with, and I am hopelessly smit- 45,000 murders per year; [so] telling a ten.” related story can’t ignore that fact,” he Saints and Sinners is available at $2 off any 9” pie says. However, he adds, “I write things local LDS booksellers and online. For a Valid Tuesday-Thursday that I will never regret having my complete listing, visit http://virgilalex- Expires 10/31/14. Cannot be combined with other offers. grandchildren read. I have very tradi- ander.weebly.com. The Beehive • 29 Childhood Faith Led to Conversion to LDS Church
By Cindy R. Williams The Beehive
expressed his desire for our family to dead. Picture courtesy of Janna O›Loughlin ven as a little girl, Janna be grounded in the Mormon Church. “Everything came to a screeching Janna O’Loughlin, who joined the Church O’Loughlin had strong faith. Having been raised as a strong Bible- halt,” Janna says. of Jesus of Latter-day Saints at 26, says her “I talked with God; I had conversion journey began much earlier, E belt Baptist, my first question in She knew other religions preached when, as a child she talked with God. seen Him in my mind; I knew He was response was, ‘Do the Mormons even about saving others, praying them to my Father. I knew He was all powerful believe in Jesus Christ?’” Heaven, but knew this to be false. Con- and I also knew He was like unto the The next step was meeting with the fused and discouraged, she wondered, Since that time, Janna’s testimony image of a man,” she says missionaries. “How could I find something I’d been has continued to grow, line upon line “On lazy summer afternoons, I She says, although she had a strong searching for my whole life only to and precept upon precept. Now a would lay a blanket on the grass in the Christian background, she didn’t accept have it taken away?” member of the Catalina Ward, Gilbert backyard and talk with God. I remem- the doctrine of the Trinity, that God, Then, she says, “All of the sudden Greenfield Stake, she is grateful to have ber asking, ‘I know there are other Jesus, and the Holy Ghost are the same I felt as though I was rising up and the Gospel in her life and encourages worlds out there and I want to know if being in different forms. cool water had been poured over my others to share. you are their God too or if they have “I knew from the depth of my soul head and descended throughout my “Trust that the Lord is already another God? Is Jesus the Savior for all that God the Father, Jesus Christ, and body. I had to look down to see if I was preparing those whose time has come the worlds or just planet Earth?’” the Holy Ghost were separate beings, still in my chair. Where the room had to hear the Gospel,” she says. “Keep She had heard about the Mormons, but one in purpose. With the first mis- been filled with bewilderment, it was it simple; don’t stress over missionary but not the Church of Jesus Christ of sionary lesson, I knew I had found the instantly replaced with calm, sweet work … the only thing you have to do Latter-day Saints and had no idea they Church that believed what I had known peace. I felt a voice saying, ‘Janna, is provide a reason for someone to seek were one and the same. to be truth,” Janna says. listen to what they are teaching.’ The you out when they have a question, Janna says, “When I was 25 and It all seemed to make perfect sense, confusion was gone and I was able to which will start a discussion about the planning to marry, my husband-to-be until they discussed baptism for the be taught.” Gospel of Jesus Christ.”
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The Beehive • 31 Graham County Offers a Scenic Setting and Famous Family Fun
By Cecily Markland The Beehive
amilies across the state look to Mesa Arizona Temple (1927) and the terms of importance.” Graham County in southeast Snowflake Arizona Temple (2002). One of the newest and F Arizona as a terrific destination Graham County is the home of best scopes anywhere, for family getaways, fun and recre- Arizona’s Salsa Trail®, featuring 11 it sees 10 times further ation—all in a historic setting, teeming restaurants and a country store. The than the Hubble tele- with Arizona tradition and charm. Salsa Trail® is highlighted by this scope. Guided tours are The county features some of the year’s 8th Annual SalsaFest to be held available seasonally. most scenic terrain in the Southwest, in downtown Safford Friday eve- Natural, mineral highlighted in over 4 million acres of ning, September 26, and Saturday, Sep- hot springs dot the area national forest and protected wilderness tember 27. The annual event, hosted by and the largest copper- lands, pristine high desert beauty, the the Safford Lions Club, celebrates great producing mine in North lush Gila Valley and towering pines on food and family fun. Activities include America (the second Mount Graham. a salsa-making competition, Chihuahua biggest manmade hole “People like rural areas like this. We races, vendors, a Kidz Korner, Maria- on earth!) is next door in have the desert, mountains, river and chi bands, door prizes, magic shows, a Greenlee County. hot springs—so much diversity with jalapeno-eating contest and salsa tast- The Graham County what you can do,” says Chamber of ing. Adding to the family fun will be Chamber of Commerce Commerce president Marie Freestone. the “Hot Cars on the Salsa Trail®” car Visitors’ Center offers Photo Courtesy of Graham County Chamber of Commerce The three great communities of show on Main Street. The SalsaFest is information, including The SalsaFest, now in its 8th year--featuring salsa tasting, jalapeno-eating contests, the “Hot Cars on the Salsa Trail(r)” Safford, Thatcher, and Pima, now con- a community event designed for family brochures describing and car show, and much more--is just one of many family-friendly nected by U.S. Route 70, were settled enjoyment. Proceeds from the event mapping out the Salsa reasons to visit Graham County. by LDS pioneer families in the 1870s go to support scholarships and service Trail®, hiking trails, and and 1880s. The Gila Valley Arizona projects of the Safford Lions Club. historic walking and driving tours. A grahamcounty.com or www.salsatrail. Temple, nestled between Pima and Other area attractions in the area in- “birding” brochure describes the more com for information about activities, Thatcher, and approximately a 2½- clude the Mt. Graham International Ob- than 300 types of birds found in the hotels and other things to see and do in hour drive south of Mesa, was the servatory (MGIO), boasting the world’s area. The Chamber of Commerce is lo- Graham County. third temple built in Arizona. It was largest binocular telescope, called the cated at 1111 Thatcher Blvd. in Safford. dedicated May 23, 2010, following the “number one telescope in the world in Call 928-428-2511 or go to www.visit-
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ere I am, seated in the un- the exuberance he felt at crossing the scream his name, but amid the ex- him from the metal bleachers. In an comfortable metal bleachers finish line first and without a moment’s travagant dissonance of the crowd, I’m instant, he turns and rejoins the distin- Hof the local high school with hesitation, headed straight up the drowned out yet again. guished procession, leaving me beck- thousands of other parents, friends, and bleachers towards me. I’ll never forget However, he scans the metallic oning. well wishers, wondering, watching, and my own exuberance that he picked me stands as he passes. I hope that he can I now realize that as he embarks waiting for the grandiose ceremony to to grace him with his celebratory hug somehow pick me out of the ensuing upon his new adventure, stretching his commence. The symphony orchestra after earning first place in the fastest pandemonium. Nevertheless, he knows wings and soaring through life without strikes up the graduation anthem as race of his life. I’m here somewhere. his mother, I can find solace in the fact hundreds of high school seniors file A blast from a neighboring air horn Suddenly, he turns and faces my that he will always be able to find me. I in one by one, tasseled caps and crisp brings me back to reality once more. direction, steadily searching the crowd. will be forever supporting him from my graduation gowns fluttering in the sum- My graduate is now walking directly He finally spots me and our eyes meet. usual spot, waving wildly from atop the mer breeze. in front of where I’m standing in the He flashes a broad smile and waves, metal bleachers. I scan the serpentine line, anxiously bleachers. I wildly wave and savagely once more discovering me supporting searching for my second eldest son. My heart skips a beat as students march past while air horns blare, spontaneous applause erupts, and random parents shout as the graduation procession advances. Eventually, I spy my gradu- ate in the distance. He stands head and shoulders above his fellow graduates, literally, his tall frame shrouded in em- erald green. The procession approaches and my mind wanders. Where has the time gone? I can’t believe I’m experiencing yet another milestone in his young life. I am ner- vous about what lies ahead. My mind flashes back to his childhood, bowl hair cut and chubby faced. His inquisitive, creative, and gentle nature intrigued me and I wondered what life path he would choose. Now here he is, standing on the brink of adulthood, ready to try his fledgling wings and soar. My graduate quickly draws near and in an instant, I am snapped back Subject to terms, conditions and availability. Savings will vary. Allstate Vehicle and Property Insurance, Allstate Fire and Casualty Insurance Company © 2012 Allstate Insurance Company into reality. I promptly stand, shout his name, and furiously wave, but mine is only one voice among thousands, one gesture lost in the excited throng. It seems pointless to try to capture his attention amid the ensuing chaos. I remain standing, hoping somehow he knows that I’m here supporting him. I watch his lengthy stride and revel in this momentous occasion. As he advances down the crimson track surrounding the football field, my mind wanders again and takes me back to his Varsity cross country season, running miles about this very raceway. I vividly remember his unwavering athletic stamina, his remarkable work ethic, and his milestone achievement of jetting a sub-five minute mile. In my mind’s eye, I see him lead- ing the runner’s pack, setting the pace, lengthy legs striding and headband bobbing. I remember the hundreds of miles his feet pounded the pavement, the medals and ribbons he earned, and
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wo years ago, Cheryl Standage come once a week from all over, even Many of those are featured as the developed a relentless passion to follow left behind a successful banking from Peoria and North Phoenix. One “Pie-of-the-Month,” such as Sep- their example, and to always do it with Tand management career and fol- man comes from Show Low every tember’s, Turtle Cheesecake, “with quality ingredients to create the most lowed her passion, opening Piefection, Thursday and orders his standard— a chocolate cookie crust, filled with fabulous food possible.” a one-of-a-kind, made-from-scratch pie Apple Crunch pie,” Cheryl says, “and creamy cheesecake, topped with home- “We use no preservatives or addi- shop in East Mesa. we have new customers who discover made caramel and chopped pecans and tives and only the finest ingredients— Now, moving into the third year us every day.” drizzled in chocolate,” and, “check freshly ground nutmeg, real butter, real of her venture, Cheryl is more excited Piefection features whole pies out our new signature pumpkin pie in whipping cream,” Cheryl says. “We than ever. to go, in 50 different varieties, with October,” Cheryl says. use authentic Callebaut chocolate and “I love it. It’s still fun, still exciting; everything made in house daily. To the In addition, Piefection’s homemade the best-tasting fruits, including wild, and we are always creating new things, standard favorites—coconut cream, rolls, made with real butter and fresh uncultivated blueberries and Michigan offering new and exciting specials.” chocolate cream, banana cream, lemon eggs, are “even-better-than Grand- cherries.” She looks forward to continuing to meringue, country apple, Georgia ma’s;” and their pot pies in five variet- “We invite you to come taste the serve Piefection’s signature pies, home- peach, Michigan cherry and more— ies—chicken, turkey, green chili pork, difference these quality ingredients made rolls and other bakery items to they have added specialty pies—like Italian beef and pizza—are available make.” loyal fans—while welcoming newcom- white chocolate raspberry, blueberry to “take and bake” or “baked off” and Piefection, at 6731 E. Brown ers, including party planners and pie sour cream, southern pecan, Almond ready to eat. Road (southwest corner of Power and lovers, who are including pies in their Joy and French silk. Every new item added to the Piefec- Brown) in Mesa, is open Monday large celebrations, weddings, holiday “We have a plethora of upscale spe- tion menu meets the same standard of through Saturday, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. gatherings or for an easy after-dinner cialty pies, including some you cannot quality Cheryl set from the beginning. Visit www.piefectionaz.com, find them dessert. get anywhere else, because we devel- “Observing my mother and my on Facebook at facebook.com/piefec- “We have loyal customers who oped the idea here,” Cheryl says. grandmother cooking and baking, I tionPieShop, or call 480 218 7437.
34 • The Beehive Meticulous Mesa Attorney Makes the Best Out of Every Case
By Emily Robbins The Beehive
ast Valley litigation attorney, make the best case. tails that make the difference between Brent Bryson, takes a detail- Unlike other law offices, Bryson victory and loss.” Eoriented approach to his job and Law Firm offers direct interaction After the initial consultation, clients has a reputation for getting results. between Bryson and his clients. During sometimes will meet with his paralegal, Bryson’s career combines his pas- the initial consultation he can pick up Mesa native Marianne (Magnusson) Photo courtesy Brent Bryson sion for history, government and law on the minute details and nuances that Korrell. Brent Bryson, an East Valley litigation at- and his enjoyment of the offensive/de- make for a stronger case in the court- According to Bryson, Marianne is torney, spent 10 years as a prosecutor and fensive nature of the courtroom. room. the best paralegal in the Valley. She practicing commercial law, before opening “Figuring out how to present the “I’ve had clients express surprise helps with information gathering, his private practice eight years ago. best parts of your case and shoring up when they saw during the court pro- paperwork, research and writing, and the weakest aspects provides a con- ceedings how much detail I got from plays a big part in helping Bryson Law stant challenge,” Bryson says. “I enjoy them in our consultations,” Bryson Firm run seamlessly. The steady growth of his referral- the intellectual challenge; it combines said. “I am able to understand and to Bryson’s wife, Julia, has been a based and repeat clientele seems to knowing how to use the rules and how utilize the details they give me to em- great support as well, both in caring back up this claim. to serve your client. It’s the combina- phasize the information I want the jury for their home and two children and in “If I didn’t have people who were tion of those two things that make the to receive.” contributing her marketing and public happy with my work, I would not be job worthwhile.” This hands-on approach gives relations expertise to help grow the getting new business,” Bryson says. After 10 years as a prosecutor and Bryson the advantage. Really getting practice. “I’m about to celebrate my eighth anni- practicing commercial law, Bryson to know his clients and discussing their Bryson believes his firm offers the versary being on my own, and it’s just opened his private practice in 2006. case in depth it easier to present a solid, best service for the cost. gotten better and better.” Now, specializing in family law, convincing case to the judge or jury. “I’ve repeatedly had cases where For more information, visit http:// personal injury and commercial litiga- “The facts are more important than we’ve gotten tremendous victories for brysonlegal.com or call 480.813.0444. tion, he uses his significant experience the law,” Bryson said. “The judges our clients, and my bill was half the bill in gathering every possible detail to already know the law. But, it’s the de- of the other side,” Bryson said.
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38 •18704-Sep-ArizonaBeehive-R1.indd The Beehive 1 8/25/14 5:05 PM Autism Academy Now with two campuses, school addresses special needs of students with Autism
By Cecily Markland The Beehive
ow with two locations in the ratios, highly qualified and certified East Valley, the innovative teachers and curriculum geared to NAutism Academy for Educa- students with special needs. This is tion and Development offers the “best augmented with additional benefits of choice for success for children with group rotation, the use of technology, Autism throughout Arizona.” interactive play, and classes in art, mu- “The Autism Academy believes that sic and physical education. The school children with Autism will flourish with also offers pet therapy, Karate twice a programming tailored to their specific year for a month each time, and, at the Photo Courtesy of the Autism Academy needs,” says program director, Shannon Tempe location, students participate in The Autism Academy, founded on the belief that children with autism will flourish with Henley. computer classes as well. programming tailored to their needs, is now serving students in Kindergarten through 12th She adds that the school serves “We’re very child-focused,” Henley grade in two locations in the East Valley. students in kindergarten through 12th says. “We have highly skilled teachers, grade, along “the full spectrum from behavior specialists, speech therapists children with Autism. Newcomb’s pas- want them to just gain information, but high functioning Asperger’s Syndrome and occupational therapists.” sion was to provide these students an to be able to use all the information all the way to low, nonverbal students.” “There is a lot of collaboration, a lot opportunity to access the “social skills, they’ve learned.” At both the original location in of communication about what is going life skills development, and innovative Autism Academy has found inno- Gilbert and the recently added Tempe on each day,” Henley says. therapies” and, ultimately, “to reach vative ways to collaborate with pub- location, which has middle school and This includes communication with their highest potential.” licly funded schools, so they can offer high school grades only, students are parents, Henley says, adding that Autism “Here, students feel included. They high quality education at an afford- placed in classrooms according to their Academy has several things in place to get the individualized support they able rate and through scholarships to age and functioning level. help bridge the home-school connection. need. But, we also have high expec- “keep the cost lower for everyone,” “We provide an environment that Autism Academy has an active par- tations. We’re always pushing them Henley says. is highly predictable, with a begin- ent organization and parent programs forward, helping them find success.” For more information about the Au- ning, middle and end to each activity,” that include parent trainings each month. “Our goal is to help each student tism Academy for Education and Henley says. The school was founded by Laura become a productive, contributing Development, visitwww.autismacad- Autism Academy’s teaching model Newcomb, who saw a tremendous need member of society, at whatever level emyed.com, call 480-240-9255 or also includes small teacher-student for education that meets the needs of they can be,” Henley says. “We don’t email [email protected].
The Beehive • 39 Mark Meldrum, who still is actively involved in the daily operation of the mortuary, remembers being called out of school as a teenager to help his father after a bomber crashed in the desert. Over the years, Jess built up the mortuary to bet- ter meet the needs of the families served. Originally a small frame building, Meldrum Mortuary now includes larger arrangement rooms, a 250-seat chapel and a crematorium—all on site. With Mark and Jess’s grandson, Mark, Jr., also involved, Meldrum Mortuary is the oldest family- owned and operated mortuary in the state of Arizona. Continuing a long history of serving “The entire staff has continually looked for better says to serve families who have come to depend on families in their time of need Meldrum Mortuary and Crematory,” Mark says. “Of- fering choices in funeral arrangements, providing as- By Valerie Ipson sistance after the funeral and maintaining comfortable The Beehive surroundings are just a few of the ways we can help.” One of the most valuable services offered is he staff at Meldrum Mortuary and Crematory told Jess to take one of the hearses and to repay him advance funeral planning. Patrons find peace of mind have solid reputation for always looking for when he could. as Medrum’s staff members provide answers about Tways to better serve families. Their roots in With that, Jess and his wife, Inez, packed their funeral costs and options, help in organizing personal the community run deep and many valley residents belongings, and with their young son, Donald, moved records, and assist in choosing options for pre-ar- have come to depend on them during their most dif- to Mesa. They purchased the William Burton Mortu- rangement and pre-financing. ficult times. ary in 1927. Their website, at www.meldrummortuary.com, In 1926, while in Salt Lake City to attend LDS Since then, the Meldrum family has owned and provides information and details regarding services General Conference, Mesa resident, John Jacob operated the funeral home in the original location, 52 offered, including frequently asked questions, what to Huber, Sr., visited a friend who owned a mortuary N. Macdonald. do when death occurs, plus helpful forms and online in Charleston, Utah. At the time, a young man named During World War II, the mortuary had a contract tools. Jess Meldrum was working as an apprentice there. with Williams Field Army Air Force Base to take care Staff members are on-call to answer questions or Brother Huber encouraged Jess to move to Mesa, of U.S. airmen killed during training. The mortuary assist as needed at any time, 24/7, and can be reached because, as he put it, “Mesa needs a Mormon mortu- also had a contract with Falcon Field for the British by calling (480) 834-9255 (Phoenix Metropolitan ary.” The owner of the Charleston mortuary owner soldiers who died during flight training. Jess’s son, area) or toll free at (800) 682-8119.
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40 • The Beehive Trek Connects Pinetop-Lakeside Stake Youth to their History & Heritage
By Robert Boyle The Beehive
s the Pinetop-Lakeside Stake made plans for a group of youth and leaders to have an extraordi- “Yes, we’d only known each other for a few for a pioneer trek reenactment this sum- nary experience. … it was neat to think that we would days, but we were still a family and we helped each Amer, extreme fire danger in the area meant be pulling handcarts on property that, in a way, had a other,” she says. a feasible trail was not available. connection to the first captain of the handcart com- Maryon Wallentine, another trek Ma, saw an However, the Ellsworth and Perkins families pany of 1856.” analogy in the women’s pull. “We all face difficult and others stepped up, graciously allowing access She says, as the trek began, the makeshift “family” challenges in life,” she says. “These are our own to their land and a route that would work. quickly felt a connection as well. “We went from just steep and rocky hills to climb. Family and friends “Thanks to these families, the trek went off names on a piece of paper, to family,” Emily says. can show love and support, but it is our own heavy without a hitch in the cedars, sage, cactus and a As they trekked, the Young Men and Women load we must pull. Each difficult step takes deter- scenic river bottom,” says Emily Boyle, one of the learned powerful lessons. mination and faith. We may have to learn to accept trek “Mas.” A highlight for Zack Perkins, 17, was “getting to service in order to succeed. We can do hard things.” Interestingly, she says, “This private land holds befriend people that I never thought I would in a mil- “Our three-day trek was difficult and amazing,” a close tie to the first handcart company.” lion years.” says Sister Boyle. “Its impact lies within those of Brigham Young called Edmund L. Ellsworth to Jace “Fish,” 14, says, “When everyone started to the company who did as my great-great grandfather, lead the first company of handcart pioneers from push together, it became much easier to push. This John D.T. McAllister, encouraged in the Handcart Iowa to the Salt Lake Valley. Ellsworth later ar- just shows the advantages of working as a team with Song. We set ourselves to the task of merrily push- rived in the Show Low area in 1880 and is buried those around you instead of trying to handle it by ing and pulling until we reached, at last, our own there. yourself.” Valley-O. … And then we ate ice cream and Mexi- “His family purchased ranch property which Anna Alder, 14, mentions how her trek family can food.” has been passed down and now provided a place sought to satisfy others’ needs before their own.
Photo by Chris Paxman
Young Men and Women of the Pinetop-Lakeside Stake learned lessons about their pioneer heritage while on a trek reenactment on land that has links to the first pioneer handcart company of 1856.
8th Annual 2014 SalsaFestSafford, AZ September 26 & 27 Salsa Eating Contests The Kidz Korner Jalapeño Eating Contests Live Entertainment Salsa Making Competitions Chihuahua Races Hot Cars on the Salsa Trail Car Show FAMILY FUN AND MORE!
For More Information Visit www.SalsaTrail.com The Beehive • 41 ANASAZI Foundation’s Annual Gala & Auction Featuring Broadway Stars Dallyn Bayles & Sandra Turley
ANASAZI Foundation, a nonprofit behavioral healthcare pro- vider, is recognized internationally for helping young people who DALLYN BAYLES struggle with depression, suicidal ideation, substance abuse, or & SANDRA TURLEY other behavioral and emotional concerns.
By Cecily Markland The Beehive
nnually, a scholarship Gala— Gilbert. The event will feature enter- with a silent auction and top tainment by Broadway sensations, Dal- Aentertainers—is held to gen- lyn Bayles and Sandra Turley. Bayles, a erate funds for families in need who professional actor, singer and recording would not otherwise be able to afford artist, performed with the Broadway their teen’s participation in the ANA- touring company of The Phantom SAZI program. of the Opera, and recently starred in The event highlights the remarkable the world premiere of The Weaver of stories of ANASAZI alumni – young Raveloe. people who have overcome significant Sandra Turley starred in Les Mi- personal challenges to achieve their sérables on Broadway and is a popular dreams. Selected recipients of the public speaker. She will soon release Young Leader Award will be recog- her second album, “Inside My Soul.” nized and awarded college scholar- For details about the Gala or to ships. donate to the silent auction call (480) This year’s Gala and silent auction 892-7403, e-mail [email protected]. To will be Saturday, November 22, at the make reservations, visit www.anasazi. SanTan Elegante conference center in org. ANASAZIFOUNDATION Upcoming Movie on Trail of 2014 SCHOLARSHIP GALA Book of Mormon artifact
Cecily Markland The Beehive West, Missouri, a mob attacks Church he new film 16 Stones brings members. A young man and two friends together faith and adventure in set out to find indisputable proof to Ta unique combination. Set to re- show the world that The Book of Mor- SATURDAY, NOV. 22, 2014 6:00PM lease October 3 in Utah and in Arizona mon is true, in hopes that such proof shortly thereafter, the film explores an will save others from future persecu- SANTAN ELEGANTE, GILBERT, AZ almost-legendary part of the Book of tion. The proof they seek is something Mormon—the Jaredite stones. that, if found, could not be contested: Proceeds go to assist families “Although there are a lot of adven- the 16 Jaredite stones, touched by the with a son or daughter in crisis. ture movies and several movies that finger of the Lord as recounted in the are spiritual and deal with issues of Book of Ether. faith, it’s rare to find one that combines “Their journey is not an easy one,” both,” said director Brian Brough. “16 said Brough. “One of the key messages Stones is an inspirational movie that to the film is that proof doesn’t build FOR RESERVATIONS will also take you on a fun, adventur- faith, but instead, faith and testimonies 480.892.7403 ous journey.” are built by developing a personal rela- anasazi.org The fictional story is set in the late tionship with God.” 1830s, a time when The Church of Je- Learn more at: www.16stonesmovie. sus Christ of Latter-day Saints suffered com or, on Facebook: facebook.com/ much persecution. 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Gilbert - Custom Home Lot Mesa- Montana Dorado Gilbert - Coronado Ranch 1.1 acre irrigated lot with no hoa .69 Acre Custom home lot in exquisite 3070 sq.ft. 4bed/2.5 baths, formal living or deed restrictions. conveniently gated community! all utilities are on & dining rooms. 3-car extended garage located off of ray & lindsay. the property. Offered at $209,900 w/ plenty of storage space & private driveway. offered at $309,900 offered at $220,000
Gilbert - Serrano Gilbert - Crossroad Crossings Tempe - Camelot Village 2773 sq.ft. 4bed/3baths, formal living/ 2250 sq.ft, 4 bed/2.5 baths, den, & loft! 3229 sq.ft. 5bed/3bath, formal living & dining rooms. full bed/bath down- oversized corner lot within minutes dining rooms. full bed/bath stairs. fresh paint throughout. borders to san tan mall, asu east, & 202. downstairs. private backyard with common area. offered at $319,900 offered at $269,900 pool. offered at $354,900
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