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2 The Beehive Church Growth Means NEW RETAIL|WELFARE COMPLEX
By Merry Gordon in West Valley The Beehive
This graphic rendering, provided by the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter- day Saints, details the two-building retail service center that will go near the intersection of 67th Avenue and Bell Road in Glendale. The entire complex will be fully operational in mid-March.
he prophet Isaiah said, “the The complex, located near the busy center and a mission office. half an hour before the store’s grand desert shall rejoice”—and with intersection of 67th Avenue and Bell The bishops’ storehouse, Family opening. Local church and civic leaders T the completion of a new Church Road, will eventually consist of a De- Services center and mission offices are are expected to be in attendance. retail complex and welfare center in seret Industries thrift store and donation already open, while the store/donation On March 16th, the day prior to the Glendale, West Valley Latter-day Saints center, a bishops’ storehouse and home facility and Employment Resource grand opening, the entire complex will will have a little more to celebrate in storage center, a Family Services office, Services center will open on March their part of the desert. an Employment Resource Services 17th with a ribbon-cutting ceremony Continued on pg. 5
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The Beehive 3 4 The Beehive New Retail/Welfare Complex Continued from pg. 3 The front of the Arizona Phoenix Mission and LDS Family Services building. LDS be dedicated by Bishop W. Christopher North Central Arizona areas. Family Services aids in providing emotional Waddell of the Presiding Bishopric of With this growth comes a demand and social support to members and their the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter- for Church services, and the complex families, while the new mission office will day Saints in a gathering conducted by will serve a variety of functions to meet help oversee the roughly 160 missionaries President Sean Hinton of the Peoria member and local needs. The most fa- serving in this area. Arizona North Stake. President Hinton, miliar of these services will be Deseret as the local priesthood leader in charge Industries, a nonprofit retail thrift store of organizing the dedication ceremony, and vocational rehabilitation center has organized a dedication committee serving communities since the 1930s. to oversee the events. Other church of- While the Church now operates ficials will participate, including Brother over 40 Deseret Industries stores, only Steve Peterson, the Director of Welfare two are currently located in the Metro Services of the Church, and Director of Phoenix area. The Glendale store will Deseret Industries Leland Hardy. replace the old Phoenix location, lo- Many considerations went into de- cated at 27th Avenue and Northern just termining the site of the new structures. off the I-17. The East Valley Mesa site “The preference for locating a wel- on Broadway will remain open. fare complex for the church is deter- Though many may associate Deser- mined by a number of factors. Some et Industries with racks of used clothes, of these factors include the proximity the DI website reframes it as “so much to a dense church membership base, more than a thrift store.” Deseret Indus- proximity to an LDS Temple, a strong tries provides not only low-cost items retail location, easy access to the site, and job training, but continued career and visibility to the public,” President and technical education, business and Hinton says. community partnerships, and humani- “The Glendale complex meets all of tarian aid. this criteria and it is anticipated to be a President Hinton reports that very successful location for serving the Church missionary, volunteer and needs of the community and support- mentor opportunities will be available ing the welfare needs as determined by through the DI store in the coming local church leadership.” year, as well as employment oppor- Church membership in the West tunities that include “a paid training Valley has been growing steadily program to develop employable skills enough to see the 2014 completion that can help associates become more of the Phoenix Temple, which serves sixteen stakes in the Phoenix Metro and Continued on pg. 6 Photo by John Power, Biltmore Photo.
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The Beehive 5 New Retail/Welfare Complex tion resources. Continued from pg. 5 “Bishops can’t always deal with the complex emotional and psychological self-reliant.” Store hours will be 9-6 issues members may face—sometimes PM on Mondays and 9-8 PM Tuesday you need a trained professional,” says through Saturday. Elder Cory Webster, a former bishop Adjoining the DI will be a home who is now serving along with his wife storage center. Arizona has four home as a church service missionary in the storage centers, but only the Mesa loca- Goodyear Stake’s addiction recovery tion serves central Arizona at present. program. Home storage centers assist members Services provided, which can be in building up a supply of food for either volunteer-based or contractual, longer-term preparedness. harmonize with gospel principles. “Prophets and leaders have been The complex will also house an Em- asking us to build up our food storage ployment Resource Services center. For for years,” says Eric Sawyer, field man- Peoria Stake President David Williams, ager for the bishops’ storehouse and this is an exciting prospect. home storage center North American At present, local employment re- Southwest region. source needs are met in meetinghouses. The Glendale base will help ease the “People didn’t know we [the employ- burden on the East Valley location— ment center] were even there,” Presi- and shorten the commute for faithful dent Williams says. “The complex will Photo courtesy of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. saints in the West Valley. “We expect give us more of a physical presence… Offices within the new LDS Employment Resource Services Center in Glendale. Employment it [the new home storage center] will a new building, a larger staff and a centers guide members through a variety of job attainment skills, from goal setting and ré- take about a quarter of our business in greater resource to members.” sumé writing to continuing education and small business planning. Mesa,” Sawyer says. Even as the economy starts to look Just as the home storage center and up after the recent U.S. recession, eco- “There’s a misconception that the the relocated and expanded Arizona bishop’s storehouse will offer temporal nomic welfare is still a primary concern employment center offers entry level Phoenix Mission offices. The mission, support, the LDS Family Services Cen- for most members. jobs when in reality it’s suited to help established in 1984, is one of five in ter will provide spiritual and emotional “A lot of individuals were forced individuals at all levels.” President the Greater Phoenix area. Roughly 160 aid, allowing church leaders to assist to take the jobs they could get,” says Williams says that the new Glendale missionaries serve here. “individuals, couples, and families in President Williams, “not jobs particu- center will pattern itself after the Mesa Arizona, which boasts around finding quality professional counseling larly suited to their skill set or jobs that location, which has placed people not 400,000 members statewide and 5 services,” according to the Church’s allowed them to suitably care for their only with entry level positions but with operating temples, is seeing a period of Provident Living website. The cen- families.” six-figure jobs. unprecedented Church expansion. The ter can help address a wide range of The employment center is meant to “We want people to reassess what new complex is part of that growth. members’ emotional and social needs, help people in all income brackets, he the employment center is all about,” “It will be a real blessing to many ranging from strengthening home and stresses—not only those who struggle President Williams says. people,” says Glendale North Stake family to addiction recovery and adop- to live paycheck to paycheck. Finally, the complex will house President Gregory K. Martin.
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The Beehive 7 Historic 'Train" Needs Community’s Help to Make a 300-Yard Move
By Cecily Markland Condie The Beehive Photo courtesy Save Our Train photo archives o move an historic train in Mesa section of Pioneer Park, at 626 E. Main The Save Our Train Committee, is hoping the Southern Pacific Engine #2355, donated to the will take a little more than the Street, across the street from the Mesa city of Mesa in 1959, may soon have a more visible resting place at the forefront of Pioneer T“I think I can, I think I can,” Temple Visitors’ Center. The train Park, across the street from the Mesa Temple Visitors’ Center. attitude demonstrated in the children’s quickly became a favorite attraction for book The Little Engine that Could. children to climb and play on. tional playground safety standards, it then,” he says. According to members of the Save According to the website at SaveO- was fenced off in 1993. Since then, it’s Fast forward to 2007 when several Our Train Committee, it will also urTrain.com, Engine #2355 has served “slowly losing its war with the ele- Mesa City employees caught wind of require time and cooperation of the as “a stark reminder of a past technol- ments,” the website says. the fact that the city was considering community to move Engine #2355 the ogy that helped to build this great coun- Save Our Train committee member selling Engine #2355 for scrap metal. desired 300 yards to the south end of try” while it has “delighted kids of all Max Cox, of the Windsor Ward, Kim- By 2008, concerned city employees Pioneer Park. ages for several decades and thus holds ball East Stake, played on the train as a and other Mesa residents who grew up Southern Pacific Co. donated the many cherished memories of days gone child and, for his Eagle Scout project, 1912 locomotive to the city of Mesa by.” wanted to paint and fix it up. in 1958. It was placed in the northeast When the train failed to meet na- “No one wanted to touch it back Continued on pg. 9
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Photo by John Power, Biltmore Photo Gilbert Mayor John Lewis (l) will replace Roc Arnett, who has retired as the President and CEO of the influential East Valley Partnership, after 13 years of strong leadership through a time of By Cecily Markland Condie phenomenal growth in the East Valley. The Beehive
n the past 13 years in his role as of Gilbert and is also a member of the Since then, the East Valley has Gilbert, Guadalupe, Queen Creek, president and CEO of the influen- Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day experienced tremendous population Mesa, Salt River Pima-Maricopa Indian Itial East Valley Partnership, Roc Saints. growth, adding thousands of new Community, Scottsdale, Sun Lakes and Arnett, of the Mesa 30th Ward, Mesa The East Valley Partnership (EVP) homes and jobs. Tempe. East Stake, has done more, perhaps, began in 1982, formed by a group of Arnett has led the coalition’s efforts EVP has focused on projects such as than any other single individual to spur powerful business and civic leaders to manage the growth, while improv- Superstition Vistas, the 52-square-mile the economic development and overall from Mesa, Tempe, Gilbert, Chandler ing the economy and the quality of life Gateway Airport area, and the Price influence of the Phoenix East Valley. and other East Valley municipalities in the East Valley. Under his direction, Freeway corridor, as well as many Arnett’s retirement from that posi- who sought to unite in order to match the EVP has grown so it now includes other economic, transportation, aviation tion was effective December 31. Taking the strength and clout of Phoenix. more than 125 businesses from Apache and aerospace and education projects, his place will be John Lewis, another Arnett, a native of Mesa, was named Junction, Chandler, Fort McDowell such as the billion-dollar community well-known community leader who is EVP’s first full-time president and CEO Yavapai Nation, Florence, Fountain currently serving as Mayor of the Town in 2002 Hills, Gila River Indian Community, Continued on pg. 14 Lets change “the 2016 KIA Souls have arrived “ to “Horne Kia your East Valley, Home town Dealer” New, Used And Certified Pre Owned Parts Sales and Service “Your at home with Horne Since 1991” Horne KIA also put our zip code of 85297 Your East Valley, after our address ... thanks Hometown Dealer New, Used and Certified Pre-Owned • Parts, Sales and Service You’re at home with Horne Since 1991 Horne KIA 1465 E Motorplex Loop Ste 100 • Gilbert, AZ 85297 (480) 813-3300 HorneKia.com twitter.com/HorneKia facebook.com/HorneKia
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By Jane Emerson The Beehive with The Beehive fter serving as managing editor Arizona. Marsha Ward served as the of The Beehive newspaper for first editor but, when her husband’s Athe past 20 years, Cecily Mark- health required more of her care, Cecily land has stepped down to begin a new took the editorship. chapter in her life as Cecily Markland “It’s been a tremendous blessing Condie, having married Rex Condie of to chronicle the growth of the Church Litchfield Park on December 30. in Arizona over the past 20 years and “With this new title in my life, my to write about the many great things focus will change somewhat, and I Arizona Latter-day Saints are doing,” couldn’t be happier about the prospects Cecily says. ahead,” Cecily says. She attended the groundbreaking “Of course, I won’t be giving up ceremonies for four temples—in Snow- writing and editing all together,” she flake, Gilbert, Phoenix and Tucson— adds. “I guess I’ve always had ink in and participated in the media day tour my blood. I wrote my first newspaper at the Gila Valley Temple. article when I was in the fourth grade, She has interviewed and written and I can’t imagine going many days about sports figures, including Danny without writing an article or doing Ainge and Danny White; politicians, some editing of some kind.” such as Jeff Flake and Matt Salmon; Cecily was named The Beehive edi- and Church leaders, including Elder Photo by John Power, Biltmore Photo tor in 1996, when the paper was still a Neil L Andersen of the Quorum of the Cecily Markland Condie (l) married Rex Condie on December 30 and, after 20 years, has stepped down as managing editor of The Beehive newspaper. fledgling publication. Now the largest Twelve Apostles and President Dieter regional LDS newspaper in the country, F. Uchtdorf, of the First Presidency. projects and humanitarian efforts of working with,” Cecily says. it started as a 12-page, black-and-white Her articles have also showcased individuals, wards and stakes. She has had articles about Latter- publication in 1993, when publisher noteworthy accomplishments of many “I’ve personally written more than day Saints from Arizona published in Russell Taylor, with business manager, student achievers, authors, musicians 1,000 articles for The Beehive and have Meridian Magazine, Deseret News and Linda Leavitt Hartmann, brought the and community leaders. Cecily has also edited at least that many more from paper his parents started in Nevada to enjoyed reporting on countless service various writers I’ve had the privilege of Continued on pg. 17
16 The Beehive Mesa Easter Pageant Celebrates Life & Mission of Jesus Christ
By Cecily Markland Condie The Beehive
ith the largest cast in its 88- Church, believe in Christ. It also allows year history, the 2016 Mesa the light of Christ to reach and lift Easter Pageant will again every individual who attends.” W The 65-minute performances begin provide individuals and families the op- portunity to celebrate the true meaning at 8 p.m., with English performances of Easter and to experience the story of March 16–18 and 22–26 and a Spanish Photo by John Power, Biltmore Photo the birth, ministry and divine mission performance March 19. With this year’s cast of approximately 475 people, the Mesa Easter Pageant will again depict of Jesus Christ portrayed in music, The pageant is performed on the life, mission and miracles of Jesus Christ and the meaning of His resurrection. dance and drama. the north lawn of the Mesa Temple “Our desire is that those who come Visitors’ Center, 525 E. Main Street. in the lot east of the Visitors’ Center. www.easterpageant.org. Also use the to the pageant will leave feeling more Admission is free and free parking For more information, including Facebook page (www.facebook.com/ joy, more love, more hope, and more is available on adjacent streets, with answers to frequently asked questions MesaEasterPageant) to share the pag- acceptance through the atonement of handicap parking and tour bus parking and a video clip that can be shared, see eant with friends and family. our Savior,” says Jenee Prince, pageant director. Having served as the assistant director for five years and now in her fifth year as pageant director, “I have seen the pageant many, many times over the past 10 years,” Jenee says. “I am always amazed at how many ‘new’ things I see and feel each time I watch the pageant. The pageant strengthens my testimony and expands my under- standing of my Savior.” Spokesman Stephen Harms says the pageant can have a similar effect on other Latter-day Saints who attend and can touch those who are members of other faiths as well. “The pageant lets the commu- nity know that we, as members of the
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Mormon Times and also has written for the Gilbert Independent, the Mesa Tribune and various other publications. Cecily has worked as director of Family Owned & Operated Since 1975 public relations for Family Watch International since 2009. She authored a children’s book titled If I Made a Bug and compiled several columns she wrote for The Beehive into Hope: One Mile Ahead and the soon-to-be- published, Of Cracks and Chinks and Character. She is owner of Inglestone Publishing, a publishing services com- pany she started in 2009, and co-owner with Cindy Williams of CNC Distri- Certified Technicians • Lifetime Warranty bution, LLC, a book distribution and 24-Hour Towing • Insurance Specialists marketing company. Award-Winning Shop Among other Church callings, Cec- ily served as a Mesa Temple ordinance Top Shop Award Winner worker for five years and was recently Chandler Mesa released as Mia Maid advisor in the 480-598-1616 480-503-1414 Udall Ward, Mesa Stake. 7021 W Oakland St 4134 E Valley Auto Dr To contact Cecily, visit www.ingle- (Chandler Blvd & 56th St) (Greenfield & Baseline) stonepublishing.com or email cecily- www.InvisionAutoBody.com [email protected]. The Beehive 17 FREE MISSIONARY PORTRAIT SESSION, Picture for your ward plaque, MISSIONARIES & picture in this Missionary Section only at Brandt Photography 480-834-1400
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ext to a missionary’s suit and shoes, the mission luggage. Specialized pockets for every- Both: most expensive investment of mission thing, like the nicely tailored business card pock- Dark rain coat, light weight, Nshopping is most often luggage. With so ets in a fancy shoulder bag, or sewn-in toiletry Sweaters in solid dark color, many options, how’s a traveler to choose? pockets in a carry-on, are tempting but far from Work and gym clothes, utilitarian. More seams leave more opportunity Shoulder bag WHAT TO LOOK FOR for wear and tear. For smaller items, especially Note: While it’s tempting to select items that are highly per- As with most mission equipment, what is toiletries, look for a separate bag that can effec- sonalized, these are the items that will be worn when actively needed often depends heavily on the policies of tively multi-task. Some of the best double as a representing The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints. Instructions emphasize conservative choices for good reason. the mission. When shopping for luggage, consider useful shower caddy, a real blessing for the MTC what types of transportation are most common in and exchanges in the field. Personal Clothes the mission. Check the mission-specific list first, Visual design may seem like a fun way to 8-10 pairs temple garments; and then go online for blog posts by missionary make sure the luggage isn’t lost in the airport. Pajamas, robe, and slippers; parents or recently returned missionaries from Who could miss a striped bag on the carousel, or 1 pair flip-flops/shower shoes; the same field—many of whom are happy to give a lady bug spotted duffel, or a bag with a com- Twin-size bedsheets with pillowcase (comforters are not advice. pany’s iconic logo all over it? But depending on listed, but your missionary may need to purchase one “If your mission doesn’t have cars, you’re the mission, an eye-catching case may simply upon arriving in the field) gonna be dragging that thing on buses or sub- serve as a neon sign for thieves. Even in countries Note: Personal clothes are not part of public image. This is a ways,” says Morgan Hall, who served in the where theft is less of a threat, the moment a mis- safer zone for self-expression, though conservative choices are Idaho Pocatello mission. “If you go somewhere sionary is set apart they are an official representa- encouraged. crazy where transfers involve plane trips, I’d say tive of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Hygiene & Home Gear get something a little more reliable, but if your Saints. Conservative dress isn’t just about looking transfers are like mine were, a car ride, then it the part; it’s about representing the Church. The Deodorant and other toiletries, doesn’t have to be as nice.” Knowing what the only things about a missionary that should attract Shaving equipment, luggage will endure helps determine priorities attention are the light in their faces and joy in Small first-aid kit, when shopping around. their demeanor—not their handsome (or beat up) Small sewing kit, Durability should be the biggest concern when luggage. Alarm clock (wind-up or battery), looking for luggage. For missions where the bags Thrifty families looking to reuse gently used 2 towels and 2 wash cloths, Sunscreen & lip balm as needed will see a lot of handling, look for double-stitched bags should pay special attention and inspect all Contact Lenses/Medications: Consult with your doctor for seams and either inner lining or thick outer cover- seams, handles, wheels (if there are any), and recommendations on meeting this need, and with the ing. Check the corners, especially those on the zippers. In harsh climates, like that of Arizona in mission office for specific questions of availability. bottom, for reinforcement. This is the most com- the summer, simply holding luggage in storage Note: Gear for a mission is intended to be used and worn out, mon place for wear and damage. will not guarantee its quality. Plastics can weaken so it will be most useful to include thread of the colors in the Luggage has to travel well, as redundant as from intense heat or cold, sometimes becoming so wardrobe, large size towels, and durable wash cloths. It’s that may sound. Not only does mission luggage brittle they crack during transport. unwise to buy high-end brands of sun screen or other specialty need to hold up to the wear of frequent use, it hygiene products since your missionary will have to make do should pack and move easily. Nested bag sets MISSIONARY MUST-HAVES with what they can purchase in-field or that can be effectively often include straps, clasps, or handles engineered • Large bag with single massive compartment shipped from home. to help this single-person method. Becky Hale, • Medium bag (sturdy duffel or smaller box bag) a manager with Travel Outfitters where many • Carry-on Weather Gear missionaries have found their perfect luggage set, • Versatile separate toiletry bag Waterproof winter boots, says, “Missionaries also need to be able to piggy- • Shoulder bag Dark winter coat, back multiple cases together, so two wheels work Missions mean mobility. Luggage must hold Umbrella, much better than the spinners.” If possible, test everything a missionary owns. They must be easy Cold-weather gear out how this stacked method works with differ- to pack, easy to move, and ready to serve double Note: For the most practical advice on unfamiliar climate ent sets. Leverage, handle strength, and carrying duty as a dresser. When shipping your missionary needs, look for instructions from the mission office, or from options are key. off to the field, practicality and reliability mat- recent returned missionaries from your mission. Some areas ter far more than where his or her luggage was are wetter, colder, or warmer than others, but stick to the general instruction list for minimum preparation. Items can WHAT TO AVOID purchased or how pretty it looks. be either purchased locally or shipped as needed. Beware of anything too unusual when picking
The Beehive 19 his mission. He hadn’t been to the Sixty-five-year-old Lawyer Completes continent since then, before there were temples. Attending the Johannesburg a Marathon in Every State and on temple with Kathy was deeply mean- Every Continent ingful. By Robin Finlinson Balancing physical goals and spiri- The Beehive tual responsibilities has been tricky at times. Mark was five years into a nearly ark Dangerfield’s life is fasci- marriage,” he says. “It’s great for both six-year term as bishop when he set this nating. Currently a bishopric of us.” enormous goal. He would run a mara- Mcounselor in the Mesa Alma Mark’s more challenging marathons thon in another state on Saturday, fly Stake’s Alma Ward and a commercial include running on sand in Florida, and home, then attend his ward’s Sunday litigation lawyer with Gallagher & uphill to a volcano in Hawaii. meetings. Their decision that he’d never Kennedy in Phoenix, he studied classi- “One of our favorite marathons was race on Sunday meant sacrificing a criti- cal Greek language at BYU and earned the Great Wall of China,” Mark says of cal opportunity, but only temporarily. a Juris Doctor degree from Harvard the race that occurs partly on the wall Mark’s final continent was Antarc- Law School. On October 17, 2015, he itself. “There are thousands of steps, it tica. The marathon took place on King accomplished his goal of completing isn’t flat anywhere, and it really beats George Island, off the coast of the main- a marathon in all 50 states and on all up your legs,” he recalls. His time land. Only 100 runners a year are given seven continents within one decade. in China coincided with the deadly permission to participate. Two years The now 65-year-old got a wake- earthquake of 2008 and he felt the hotel after adding his name to the waiting up call in 1997, when a colonoscopy waving—but the trip was influential in list, Mark received the welcome phone showed he was pre-cancerous and positive ways, too. call for the next race—only to find out required surgery. A couple of days before that race, it would take place on a Sunday. So he “I don’t take walking for granted a runner they traveled with became ill. waited another year. In 2011, he ran that anymore,” he says. Being LDS, he asked Mark for a Priest- long-awaited marathon. In 2005, Mark was running the Top hood blessing, and was then able to Finally, as he approached the finish of Utah Marathon when he fell into complete the grueling race. line of the Kansas City Marathon last step with another contestant and started The Dangerfields took their young- Photo by Action Sports Images October, his six children and 15 grand- chatting. The man’s t-shirt advertised, est son Jonny with them to China, just Mark Dangerfield crosses the finish line of children cheered him on, wearing shirts “Marathon on Seven Continents.” before he served a mission. He ran the the last marathon he needed to complete his that read, “Run, Dad, Run!” or “Run, “You’ve run a marathon on Antarc- Great Wall’s 10K race. Jonny was so incredible goal. Grandpa, Run!” Their handmade med- tica?” Mark asked. “That’s cool.” enamored with the country he majored als would soon decorate him. Inspired, Mark ran about seven in Chinese. After his tutor, a young daughter who was born in China. Mark still typically trains four days marathons and ultramarathons each Chinese woman, shared her language They’re training for the upcoming a week, running 30-50 miles. year. His wife Kathy, a travel enthusi- with him, he shared the gospel and a Phoenix Half Marathon together. “I always have another marathon on ast, accompanied him on all but a few. love of running with her. They now For Mark’s African marathon, he the horizon.” “That’s one of the fun things of our have a temple marriage and a baby chose South Africa, where he’d served
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Like its Namesake, ACORN JEWELRY Started Small By Merry Gordon The Beehive
ast Valley resident Dave Rich people who have been there. word-of-mouth until they established had an idea while driving past “We want to know what’s unique, a Facebook page and a web presence Ethe Gilbert Temple during its what’s iconic about the location,” at AcornJewelry.com. Currently, the construction: why not use his met- Rengifo says. “There’s a level of detail website offers pewter items commemo- alworking experience to create com- and quality…our research often uncov- rating the Phoenix, Mesa, Gilbert, Fort memorative pewter keychains for the ers details about the history of the Lauderdale, Córdoba (Argentina), Photo courtesy of David Rengifo dedication and cultural celebration? temple that we will incorporate into the Payson and Salt Lake Temples. Plans to Acorn Jewelry’s Mesa Temple ornament, His friends David Rengifo and design.” expand Acorn’s offerings include more crafted of solid cast pewter, features the Steve Smit had already been designing The Salt Lake Temple’s trademark temple ornaments and keychains, as locale’s iconic palm trees and reflection pool. LDS-themed mementoes for pioneer door knobs, for example, will be fea- well as a line of pet-themed products. treks and youth camps. The three soon tured on an ornament commemorating “Pets are tough,” Rengifo laughs. discovered that demand for these prod- the building, and desert plant life works “Expression is harder to do than archi- ucts was high, and Acorn Jewelry was its way into both the Phoenix and Gil- tectural elements!” born. bert Temple designs. Rengifo says they’d also love to With thirty years of combined expe- After their research, the two take see some crowdsourced ideas and let rience in the design business, Rengifo time to plan the piece, which is ren- customers participate in the process. and Smit had the know-how to enhance dered in two and then three dimensions “I could see doing favorite scrip- Rich’s decades of work in metal cast- before a mold is made and any pewter tures [in pewter],” Rengifo says. “Some ing. What began as a hobby morphed is cast. Metal composition, thickness, hand-drawn lettering….” into a side business. Marrying distinc- finishes—all of these things must be Pewter is ideal for keychains and Photo courtesy of David Rengifo tive design and workmanship in a line taken into account before the final lapel pins—with its low melting point Dave Rich, shown here in his Gilbert cast- of pewter keychains, pins, pendants product is created in Rich’s Gilbert- and light weight, it’s uncomplicated ing workshop, creates LDS-themed pewter and ornaments, Acorn products are, in based garage studio. to cast—but eventually, Acorn may keepsakes. All Acorn Jewelry products are the words of their makers, “crafted to Moving from a pastime to a busi- expand its line into other metals. still handcrafted in his garage. inspire and uplift.” ness has been an eye-opening experi- “We have to weigh the time and Their crafting process is complex. ence for the trio. money it takes to do a piece against the First Rengifo and Smit conduct 2 to 3 “There’s a lot you don’t think about, interest in it,” Rengifo says, adding that with that kind of meticulous, personal hours of research: not simply looking a ton of day-to-day things, with an they can spend close to $1000 just to approach to their work—the kind that through images of the temple, but look- online business,” says Renglfo. create one design. shows in the artistry of each piece. ing at write-ups and comments from That business had been largely But the three craftsmen are happy “It’s a labor of love,” Rengifo says.
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By Ann Barnes The Beehive
Spaghetti Pizza Pie Rice, Black Bean & Feta Salad
8 oz. spaghetti, cooked and drained 1 ¾ c. cooked black beans, rinsed and drained ½ c. grated Parmesan cheese 1 ½ c. chopped tomatoes 1 egg, lightly beaten 1 ½ c. cooked rice 1 lb. ground beef, cooked and drained ½ c. chopped celery 2 c. spaghetti sauce ½ c. chopped green onions 1 pkg. shredded Mozzarella cheese ½ c. Italian dressing Toss cooked spaghetti, Parmesan cheese and egg. Place in a 9-inch pie plate. Press 4 oz. Feta cheese, crumbled along the bottom and sides to form a crust. Mix cooked meat and spaghetti sauce. Spread meat mixture over spaghetti crust. Sprinkle with Mozzarella 1 T. chopped fresh cilantro cheese. Bake at 350° for 30 minutes or until thoroughly heated. Let stand 5 min- (optional) utes before cutting into wedges. Makes 8 servings. Mix all ingredients and refrigerate. Serves 5. About 4 ounces of uncooked spaghetti equals 8 ounces of cooked. I also break the I use a 14.8 oz. can of black beans rinsed and drained. This salad spaghetti noodles in half or thirds because it’s easier to work with, but that’s my has a tendency to get a little dry after it has set for a while, so I add preference. It’s important to make sure all the spaghetti noodles are well cov- some additional dressing and mix again to moisten it. It is good ered with sauce or they dry out and get crunchy during baking. I use garlic salt to either alone or as a side dish. It is also a popular salad for potlucks. season the meat, but it’s a personal preference. I also find that some brands of spaghetti sauce have more flavor than others so you might want to add some ad- ditional seasoning. This is a good recipe to experiment with using seasoning ideas.
Cake Mix Cookies
1 box cake mix (any flavor) Combine and mix well. Drop by the spoonful onto greased cookie sheet, or form into balls and roll in sugar. Bake at 350° ⅓ c. oil for 14 to 16 minutes. ¼ c. water Because these cookies are quick and easy, they are a great project for children. The dough doesn’t spread much when 1 egg baking, so if you want larger cookies increase the spoonful size. Instead of using a spoon to form the cookies, I like using 1 ½ to 2 c. chocolate chips a cookie scoop. The size of the spoon or cookie scoop deter- or M&M’s mines how many cookies the recipe yields.
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By Ann Barnes & Merry Gordon The Beehive It’s been a little over 100 years since the Family Home Evening program was instituted by the First Presidency…and there are now more FHE resources than ever at your fingertips
he First Presidency referred They have promised that our dedication into achievable steps. to the commandment given in to this program will help protect our For families with TD&C 68 as the basis for Fam- families against the evils of our time young children: For adults: ily Home Evening: and will bring us abundant joy now and Read M. Russell Ballard’s April “And again, inasmuch as parents throughout the eternities. Watch a clip from Alice in Wonder- 1987 “Keeping Life’s Demands have children in Zion…that teach land and read the article “Crossroads” in Balance” General Conference them not to understand the doctrine from the April 2004 Liahona & Friend talk and try this fun object lesson of repentance, faith in Christ the in which Alice is confronted with the from LDS Living: toss seven coins Son of the living God, and of bap- decision of which path to take by the to a participant all at once and see tism and the gift of the Holy Ghost “Family home Cheshire Cat. Discuss with your chil- how many they catch. Then, look by the laying on of hands when dren where they want to go in life— at the improvement when you eight years old, the sin be upon the evening is for baptism, the temple, etc.—and how toss them the coins one at a time. heads of the parents;…And they to set simple goals that will get them Talk about how the goals we set in shall also teach their children to there. adulthood are like the coins: when pray, and to walk uprightly before everyone.” For families with we try to take on too many, we get the Lord.” overwhelmed and end up dropping In 1970 the Church designated Spencer W. Kimball, N. Eldon older kids: things. Talk about how prayerful Monday evening as the time for Tanner, Marion G. Romney preparation helps us take our goals FHE. Since that announcement, the Read 2 Nephi 28:30 and discuss how one step at a time. Church has kept Monday nights free the Lord helps us progress through With a little planning, Family from activities so families can spend small steps. Talk to your teens about Home Evening can be a fulfilling, that time together. Family Home Evening can be the many different types of goals they spiritual and fun experience for Latter-day prophets continue adapted to fit the family situation of might have (getting good grades, going family units of all types! to urge members to give highest every member. Take these 3 ways to on a mission, etc.) and help them make priority to Family Home Evening. present a lesson on goal setting: a chart that breaks each of those goals
The Beehive 23 24 The Beehive Stephenie Meyer, longtime Arizona resident, President Dieter F. Uchtdorf has a strong member of The Church of Jesus Christ of connection to Arizona. He joined the Ger- 1Latter-day Saints and popular author of the 4man Air Force when he was a young man YA book series and earned his wings as a fighter pilot in Phoenix, Twilight, was Arizona in 1962. He then went on to attend airline named the pilot school and in 1975 (at the young age of 34) be- second best- came Director of the new Lufthansa Arizona Train- selling author ing School for pilots. of the decade (according to Amazon), second only to JK Rowling, author of the Harry Potter series. abouttheGrandCanyonState By Amber Topping During the 19th century, camels were The Beehive sometimes used to transport goods across 2Arizona because they could go across the Arizona is a state immersed with a rich history. desert longer than mules or horses without water. There’s been many famous Arizonans including rock singer Stevie Nicks and film star Emma Stone Camilla Eyring was born in the Mormon as well as an exciting past including the infamous Colonies of Mexico. As a teenager she 5escaped with her family to Texas when the The Hohokams (meaning “the people who O.K. Corral gunfight. But that’s just the tip of the Mexican revolution broke out. Eventually, she and have gone”) were the inhabitants of an iceberg. her family ended up in Pima, Arizona where she met 3ancient society believed to be destroyed by Spencer W. Kimball, who later became her husband. drought. Hundreds of years later, the city of Phoe- To celebrate our beautiful state, here are some fun To make the story more interesting, her brother is nix was named after the mythical phoenix bird and interesting factoids about Arizona to fascinat- the renowned chemist Henry Eyring (who received (which is reborn from its ashes) because the newly his many degrees from the University of Arizona), settled town “sprung” from the ruins of this ancient ing tidbits and stories connected to the Church of the father of Apostle Henry B. Eyring. So President civilization. Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. In all, there’s a Spencer W. Kimball is actually Henry B. Eyring’s lot to learn about the Grand Canyon State. uncle. MerchanT
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The Beehive 25 From the Editor’s Desktop
By CecilyBy Cecily Markland Markland Condie
and the smell of fresh-sawn lumber we piece included rounds of wood—cut by recognized as the smell of home. my husband, the co-owner of a saw- Years later, as scriptures and sym- mill—and a tree made of metal—fabri- Taking Tutelage from Trees bols became more important to me, I cated by my new son-in-law, the owner relished thoughts of other trees, par- of a metal shop? Trees as part of the aving recently married and There, under cover of the dark- ticularly the tree of life—symbolic of reception décor were a tribute to put- stepped down as the editor of green dome of leaves, we escaped, the love of God—whose fruit is most ting down new roots, to being grafted HThe Beehive newspaper, in this, imagined and got to know trees. We precious and most desirable above all in, a symbol to wanting to bring two my last editor’s column--with much learned what it was like to come off others. Sweet above all that is sweet. I family branches together in a way that gratitude for all I’ve learned from the conqueror as we staged our own chal- recognized and relied on that sweetness would create harmony and love and many Beehive readers over the past 20 lenges—who could climb to this point time and again. even greater opportunities for growth. years—I share some parting words— the fastest or who could find the biggest The years brought lessons about It seemed only natural that trees about trees. acorn (complete with a cap, of course). other fruits, like the fruits of the spirit should be at the center of it all. Trees In my 10-year-old, slightly tomboy- We gathered leaves, picked at the thick, and, especially, about getting to know had opened my world as a child and, ish world, there was nothing quite like gray bark and soaked in the tree’s soli- people by their fruits. now, I was climbing and dreaming and scurrying to the end of our road, with darity as we began to sense the lessons I have also learned lessons about entering a world of love and comfort my younger sister in tow, sliding a few of trees. Somehow, we came to know trees that are sown on less-than-fertile and beauty all over again. Besides, I was feet down an embankment and disap- the importance of roots as well as the ground—and I have had to do my share marrying a man who knows and loves pearing beneath the canopy of leaves wisdom of slow, steady growth. There of proverbial pruning and digging so I the lessons of trees as much as I do. formed by a massive California oak was comfort in those trees, a natural could more readily weather the storms After serving as The Beehive editor tree. That tree and the three or four oth- communion with nature, a coming and get back to growing as straight and for 20 years, Cecily Markland, now ers around was, to us, a veritable forest, to appreciate the beauty of Heavenly true as possible. Cecily Markland Condie, will focus on a private place, completely removed, Father’s creations. Indeed, I’ve come to love the les- providing publishing services through where we could get away from the There, too, was the stuff of our sus- sons I’ve learned from trees. Is it any her company, Inglestone Publishing, world—at least until Mom called us for tenance as, for Dad, a carpenter, wood wonder, then, that when I decorated for and on enjoying her new chapter in life dinner. meant he could feed us one more time, my wedding in December, each center- as a proud wife, Mom and Nana.
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Blesses Foster Children and Their Families
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Photo by Bob Schuster Helen’s Hope Chest is located at 126 E. University Drive in Mesa. Donations may be dropped By Ann Barnes off Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Saturday from 9 am to 4 pm (closed Friday The Beehive and Sunday.)
elen Paula Simmons and her was born. expanded beyond the office-boutique way. brother Walter were placed in Helen’s Hope Chest provides basic and moved to a building on Stapley What makes Helen’s Hope Chest Hfoster care during the Great needs for children in foster care. Their Drive. It wasn’t long before they special is their personal approach to the Depression. The two grew up there purpose is to help relieve some of the outgrew that space as well and in foster care situation. Children visiting feeling like they were never wanted. financial burden placed on foster care April 2015 moved into their new 8,000 the facility can select outfits and acces- When Helen married and had children, families incurred when they take on the square foot building located at 126 E. sories for themselves from the clothing she determined that no matter how responsibility of a foster child or chil- University in Mesa, thanks to the sup- racks. They can also select books from tough times got she would never give dren. Foster care also includes kinship port of the City of Mesa and Gorman the library room and pick out toys and them up—and times did get tougher. families— that is, children being raised & Co. games from the toy room. There is Ultimately, Helen was left alone to by their grandparents or another rela- The organization depends on the never a charge for anything taken by a raise her two daughters after the death tive other than a parent. The number of generosity of the public for volunteer foster child or fostering family. of her husband. kinship foster families is almost equal help and donations of gently used Specific donation needs and re- When Helen passed away in 2009, to that of the non-kinship foster fami- clothing, school supplies, backpacks, quests are listed on the Helen’s Hope the girls found a piece of paper in their lies. Helen’s Hope Chest can give aid books, and toys. Clothing of all sizes, Chest website at www.helenshopechest. mother’s belongings. On it was writ- in all of these foster care scenarios. especially boys’ clothing, is always org along with more information about ten, “Children are the anchors that hold The organization opened its tiny in demand. All donations are greatly the organization. Donation drop off a mother to life.” Her two daughters office-boutique in an old building appreciated, especially those of socks hours and contact information are listed had great admiration for their mother’s provided by the City of Mesa, where and underwear since these must be as well. Visit Helen’s Hope Chest Face- determination and strength during their volunteers began collecting donations new. Donated clothing is sorted by book page where you can find out more trying times and wanted to do some- of clothing and other necessities. 2010 volunteers and anything that isn’t used about their activities and events and thing to honor her memory. That scrap was the first year of the organization’s by Helen’s Hope Chest is passed on to service projects, or contact Susan Sch- of paper inspired a way to memorialize full operation. other organizations. Nothing is ever neck, Volunteer Coordinator at susan. their mother, and Helen’s Hope Chest By 2012 Helen’s Hope Chest had wasted. Everything is recycled in some [email protected].
The Beehive 27 In The ed newborns. sunset without me. Mommy Zone... I have longed for years to savor I don’t feel old, but somehow those late-night rocking chair snuggle stealthy time has blatantly placed sessions once more, even if just for a (without my permission) a few unfortu- moment. If I could, I’d even press the nate grey hairs that now grace my head. By Kristie Young Fairbanks rewind button back to when each child Moreover, grocery store clerks that first learned to smile, first recognized used to call me “Miss” now refer to me this mother’s face, and first learned to as “Ma’am” and folks at church don’t walk and talk. I would relish and cel- call me by my first name anymore. My Greatest Nemesis ebrate these precious “first” moments But I refuse to grow old. again and again, keeping elusive time It seems that sinister Father Time t’s the beginning of a new year and sured life moments. Its menacing and at bay under strict lock and key with believes he has lulled me into a blind I cannot believe how the time has eminent shadow stands at my front constant scrutiny and monitoring. security, leading me gently down the Ivanished. door, perpetually knocking, ready to I feel that time is threatening me path towards graceful old age and It seems that time has blindsided pounce at a moment’s notice, its monu- somehow, taunting me with yearly elegant frailty, but little does he know me once again, dragging me kicking mental grip tightening as each hour, birthdays, anniversaries, graduations, with whom he’s dealing. and screaming into yet another yearly each minute, passes. and the like. These life milestones are I’m a scrappy fighter who will use accelerated time period. I wish I could stop the sinister threat essential and vital, but bittersweet to every tactic possible—including hair Unfortunately, time has become of Father Time and convince him to me as a mother because they represent dye—to slow down time, forcing it to my greatest nemesis, a virtual, brazen stream much slower at a pace with my children’s growth and maturation, slacken its maniacal grip upon my fam- thief that steals and squanders precious which I’m comfortable. If I could, I’d an eventual step closer to the harsh ily. I must keep time from bullying us moments that endlessly tick tock away, even seek to impossibly stretch time reality that my six cherished little ones further, so I can relish in the precious never to return. backwards to my favorite past moments will someday leave my home to spread family moments remaining with my I feel time is robbing me of trea- when my six children were fuzzy-head- their own wings and fly off into the ever-growing children. Somehow, though, I am conflicted. I know that one of my main roles as a mother is to nurture and teach my youngsters to grow to be kind, coura- geous, and compassionate adults. Yet, as I daily witness Father Time stealing my limited supply of moments with them, I can’t help but yearn to capture this threatening bandit and bind him, forcing compliance and submission to my own time demands. But I can’t. I won’t. I must deal with the swift passage of time like every other mother. Father Time is here to stay. He can either remain my enemy or I can change my perspective and tolerate him as a time giver instead of a time taker. Our battle of wits isn’t over just yet. I will continually keep a constant vigil for time protection, refusing to surrender silently because every mo- Subject to terms, conditions and availability. Savings will vary. Allstate Vehicle and Property ment counts, each is a precious present, Insurance, Allstate Fire and Casualty Insurance Company © 2012 Allstate Insurance Company especially for that old timer.
28 The Beehive YSA Musician Shines 9 Unusual Instrument
By Allison Beckert The Beehive
ike other young single adults in the came up with an old, slightly moldy Valley, Tessa Turk-Baxter has her instrument that looked nothing like the Lshare of stress and uses music to memory she cherished. unwind. But Tessa doesn’t just listen “It was awful,” she says. “I to music. Instead, she makes it, and on strummed it and it sounded like a an instrument few people have encoun- horror movie.” Assuming the strange- tered: the autoharp, also known as the looking thing was broken, poorly chorded zither. tuned, or damaged by the humidity of Tessa, who is also the Ward Music that Georgia basement, she added the Chairperson of the Eden Park YSA, instrument to the donation pile. stole the show at this last year’s variety Later, one of her uncles found show with a surprise performance on another harp— this one in perfect her autoharp— a highly unusual instru- condition in its original box—which he ment in any circumstance, let alone in promptly gave to her. Tessa reflects on a church context. She performed two that as fate. pieces, enjoying a rare opportunity to “It seemed to me like my grand- share her talent. mother had every intention of learning “I don’t play to perform,” she says. to play,” she says, “though I have to “I use it as a kind of self-care. I play to guess she never did since this one was sing off-key and feel accomplished at still in its box. We had a piano too, but the end of the day.” no one ever learned to play and keep Photo by Allison Beckert Uncommon instruments like the at it. It’s kind of a family legacy, but I Tessa Turk-Baxter and her chorded zither, or autoharp. autoharp are often chosen by their wanted to really go through with it.” players for unique reasons. For Tessa, it Learning a new instrument, or keep- was a childhood memory of visiting her ing up a talent with one, is an accom- new skills, finds lessons and pointers Ward choir, her clear appreciation for grandparents. She recalls first playing a plishment. Tessa proudly compares it online, much of it in the form of vid- music and the benefits of practicing “music maker” with paper guides that to speaking a second language and sees eos, practice sheets, and guides. These with joy show clearly in her smile and could be inserted to guide little hands it as a way to make use of the time she contain musical exercises and advice quiet enthusiasm for her unique pas- to each note. After her grandparents’ has at this point in her life. Designat- on care of the instrument. Instruction sion. She, along with the other talented passing, this was what she’d hoped to ing time to play, learn new techniques, is available anywhere at a moment’s members serving the young single inherit. and appreciating a cultivated talent notice. adult stakes of the Valley, has a power- Unfortunately the “music maker” strengthen character and impart joy. While Tessa is building skill and ful testimony to share about making a was nowhere to be found. Instead she Tessa, like many young adults learning confidence working with the Eden Park joyful noise. The Beehive 29 ❏ ✔ 24 hour on-site licensed nursing ❏ ✔ Private and companion suites ❏ ✔ Secured environment ❏ ✔ Activities for all ability levels ❏ ✔ Cozy, private living room areas ❏ ✔ Spacious courtyards and walking paths ❏ ✔ Respite and hourly care available ❏ ✔ Family support groups available now ❏ ✔ Nurses assisting with sliding scale insulin for Diabetics
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By Ann Barnes Finding Names The Beehive TO TAKE TO THE TEMPLE IS NOW EASIER THAN EVER
ow many times have you said or heard someone be requested (which you can now say, “All my family history work has been done”? do) or that the work is in progress. HUntil recently our focus was to find ancestors If a message appears saying whose temple work needed to be done. With Find, Take, “possible duplicate,” skip this Teach, a recent addition to FamilySearch.org, we now look name for now. for our ancestor’s descendants (our cousins) needing their TAKE. Under “Check ordinances completed, take their names to the temple, teach Reservations,” click on the someone else how to do the same, then repeat the process blue button and you’ll be over again. taken to a page that lists The Find, Take, Teach tab appears on the Family Search the names you’ve reserved. home page once you’ve signed in. By clicking on the Select the names, print out “Learn More” button, you’ll be taken to a page where three the Family Ordinance Request boxes appear on your screen that say “Find, Take, Teach”. form and take it to the temple. FIND. Under the Find button you’ll see “Explore Your The request will be scanned there Tree.” Click on the blue “Get Started” button and watch a and your cards will be printed. video explaining how Find, Take, Teach works. TEACH. Under “Teach,” click on the Then, go to your Family Tree and change from the pedi- button that says “Learn More”. You’ll be taken gree view to fan chart view. A fan chart will appear on your to a page that lists many resources about family history screen with your name in the middle. Hover your mouse that you can listen to or download. These include down- over a name in an outer ring and a small fan symbol will loadable classes and tools to host your own family history appear. When you click on that symbol, a new fan chart is events with support from RootsTech, Salt Lake’s yearly created with that person’s name in the middle. Find some- family history and technology conference. one who was born around 1750, for instance—now click By following the instructions on FamilySearch and their name and put them in the middle of the fan. Using the using this guideline, you should be able to find many Descendancy View icon you’ll see that ancestor’s descen- cousins waiting for their work to be done—and what’s dants. On the upper right side of the screen you’ll see a more, you’ll be able to train others to help get that work drop down tab that says “Show”—from here, unclick all done even faster. If you need help, contact your ward the boxes except the “Request Ordinances” and “Spouses” family history consultant. buttons. Learning to use the Find, Take, Teach tool is After the system restores itself, you’ll see the list of a great Family Home Evening lesson and a descendants. Look for names that have a right arrow beside good Sabbath Day activity. them. Click on them, now looking for someone born in the 1880s, for example. Look for the green temple icons to the far right. Click on one, and a pop-up will appear show- ing either that ordi- nances are ready to
30 The Beehive The Family Tree FAMILY Homeless Hair Cut MARATHON Volunteer stylists cut and style for hundreds of men and women held at St. Vincent de Paul By Pam Tahiliani The Beehive
ith winter upon us, hundreds of Valley port of various programs of “Homeless Outreach homeless individuals and struggling Programs, Inc.” for many years. The Homeless families enjoyed free haircuts and Haircut Marathon event was designed to help lunchW on December 13, 2015 at St. Vincent de provide haircuts for hundreds of people who are Paul’s downtown Phoenix dining room. Stylists homeless and supply them with personal hygiene from all over the Valley volunteered their time to kits. “We are so grateful to be part of such an Photo by Marilou Peavley cut and style hair for hundreds of homeless adults inspiring program that has helped many to receive Before and after pictures of “Mike” (top) and “Peter” (bottom). and children. The Homeless Haircut Marathons a second chance, to obtain jobs, and we have seen have been sponsored by PureTrim.com and held that it is working,” stated Brother Marc Tahiliani, quarterly each year under the direction of Sister president of PureTrim.com. For more information Sharon Ashby-Robinson through the Homeless about PureTrim.com please visit www.puretrim. Outreach Programs, Inc. com. To the homeless, who do not know where their The Society of St. Vincent de Paul is an next meal is coming from, a haircut is a luxury international non-profit organization dedicated to they cannot afford. Not only are haircuts impor- serving the poor and providing others with the op- tant for good hygiene, they are also essential for portunity to serve. The Phoenix Diocesan Council those who are looking for permanent housing and has been assisting central and northern Arizona employment. The events are sponsored by PureT- families since 1946. Programs include services rim.com, a natural health products company. for the homeless, medical and dental care for the PureTrim is a natural products company that working poor, charity dining rooms, thrift stores, Some of the dedicated volunteers at the Homeless Haircut Mar- focuses on Anti-Aging and Weight-loss using a transitional housing shelter and general assis- athons over the years have been: Left to right: Eilynn Chapman, Marilou Peavley, Tom, Joe, Jacob Tahiliani, Aryanna Tahiliani, time-tested Mediterranean health principles with 9 tance for individuals in need. For more informa- Brother Marc Tahiliani, Sister Sharon Ashby-Robinson, Frank key dietary supplements. tion about St. Vincent de Paul, please visit www. Page, Connie, Jerry Castro, and Pam Tahiliani. Also pictured PureTrim has been dedicated in their sup- stvincentdepaul.net. (front row-left to right) are Marie Schrader, Linda Page. BUILDING? REMODLING? UPGRADING? Carpet · Wood · Stone · Tile · Granite · Cabinets · Laminates · Luxury Vinyl Planks & Tiles
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Mesa Allergist Advances Cutting-Edge Treatment for Food and Pollen Allergies
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t used to be that if you had pollen allergies, shots the country currently treating allergies to wheat, milk, were the only form of immunotherapy. That eggs, corn, tree nuts, fruits, vegetables and dozens of Imeant a lot of time driving to the doctor’s office other common allergens. for injections. If you had food allergies, you were “The general thought with food allergies has been just plain out of luck. Since shots aren’t effective for that you just have to live with them, but sublingual food allergies, the only option was to simply avoid immunotherapy is changing the landscape,” says trigger foods. Agren. But Family Allergy Clinic’s Dr. Stuart Agren is According to the Centers for Disease Control changing that. and Prevention, food allergies among children have His treatment, known as sublingual immunother- increased by 50 percent since 1997 and now affect an Photo by Gwen Johnson-Barbier apy (SLIT), works much like allergy shots but can be average of two children per classroom. Mesa Allergist Dr. Agren with his sublingual immunotherapy treatment. His under-the-tongue allergy drops are safer than dosed under the tongue as drops. Since SLIT is safer Given that increase, Dr. Agren says that an ef- shots and can be dosed at home. than shots, it can be taken at home—and it works for fective treatment is long overdue—particularly for food allergies, too. people who suffer with multiple food allergies. tion medications, but those don’t change the allergic SLIT has been widely used in Europe since the “I see a lot of patients who are allergic to dairy disease. Once you stop the medications, the symp- mid-1980s for pollen allergies, and Dr. Agren was and wheat simultaneously or to multiple fruits and toms return,” says Agren. one of the first physicians in the U.S. to prescribe the vegetables,” says Dr. Agren. “It becomes hard to Dr. Agren also says that SLIT is easier on the treatment. maintain a healthy diet when you have to eliminate so body. “I saw a lot of drawbacks to shots. They took lon- many foods.” “Medications have synthetic chemicals and side ger to work, and patients would often get discouraged Dr. Agren says that another perk of SLIT is that effects, but the allergy drops are a natural solution.” and stop taking them prematurely,” says Dr. Agren. it works better for younger children than shots do. Stuart H. Agren, M.D. opened the Family Allergy “I knew there had to be a better way.” Additionally, unlike allergy medications such as Clinic in the East Valley in 1985. He has served as an Thirty years later, Dr. Agren has helped over pills and inhalers, SLIT fixes the underlying allergy adjunct faculty member at Arizona State University 15,000 patients successfully overcome their allergies instead of just its symptoms. and was recently chosen by peers as a Phoenix Maga- through SLIT. He has also extended that treatment “A lot of people slog through allergy season with zine “Top Doc.” His offices can be reached at (480) to food allergy sufferers as one of the few doctors in a heavy arsenal of antihistamines and other prescrip- 827-9945, www.FamilyAllergyClinic.com. 32 The Beehive Affordable State Farm® Providing Insurance and Financial Services Piano Tuning Home Office, Bloomington, Illinois 61710 Cleaning & Repairs Kimball S Porter Ins Agcy Inc Piano Bench Sales & Repairs Kimball S Porter, Agent
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Some Secrets Hurt: A Story of Healing Take Me to the Willow ccording to the National Center for Victims of Crime, igotry. Life-threatening illness. Love. Family secrets. It one in five girls is a victim of child sexual abuse. Even may be framed as the journal of an ordinary young sheep more shocking is the fact that 75% of those victims know herder, but Gilbert resident and author Shelly Brimley’s theirA abusers. In Linda Kay Garner’s book Some Secrets Hurt: A Bdebut novel Take Me to the Willow (Bales Cove Publishing, 2015) Story of Healing (Shadow Mountain, 2009), we meet young Mag- is anything but run-of-the-mill. The book follows Will Wright, a gie. She has a secret. Someone she knows well has been touching young man in small town Arkansas in the early 1900’s. Will de- her inappropriately and she knows the only way to get it to stop cides to follow his mama’s example and begins writing in a jour- is to tell her parents. nal, spilling out a wide range of emotions and experiences that Garner takes a sensitive topic and treats it with compassion, cover the first five years of his adulthood. Through those journal sympathy and appropriateness for all ages. The book is informa- entries, Take Me to the Willow emerges as a coming-of-age story, tive but straightforward enough for a small child to understand, a tale of relationships both good and bad and how they define the and Maggie’s story will help build confidence and courage in people we become. young readers. Seeing the events through the eyes of a young man gives The illustrations by D. Brandilyn Speth are poignant. You can Brimley’s book a delightfully fresh perspective. Will’s voice is see the sadness and fear in Maggie’s face as she struggles with authentic and genuine. While his family lives a simple life, he is her secret. When she finally tells her parents, her relief is evident. educated, hard-working and well mannered. Brimley captures the Each page is simply illustrated and we rejoice with Maggie as she personality of a tender and thoughtful young man in a moving begins to heal. story about a time that seems so distant. Still, Brimley’s writing Included in the back of the book is a parents’ guide with facts bridges that distance and makes you feel as if you belong in the about abuse and suggestions for how to recognize it. Garner also narrative. offers a page with additional resources for talking to children. Her The story was a little slow to get started, book is easy to read and a valuable resource for all families. Par- but once you get to know Will and ents and grandparents will find Some Secrets Hurt a helpful way his family, you will be pulled into to open up a difficult dialogue with kids. his life and won’t want to leave. Rating Rating
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