Our ward has initiated a walking plan for ward members and their families and friends based on the Stake theme “Walk with Christ”. The goal is to collectively walk the distance from Bluefield, Virginia to Jerusalem, approximately 6163 miles.

We encourage members to develop a plan suited to their family and individual circumstances. Whether walking in a park, at a track, around home or neighborhood, or on a treadmill, keep track of the miles and record them on the post cards provided.

We suggest making a record of your miles walked and reporting them weekly. This will help us stay committed to this special activity. Once completed, the postcards may be mailed or brought to church and given to a member of your organization presidency (Relief Society, Young Women, Elders Quorum, etc.) There is also a blog (http://walkwithchristva.blogspot.com) and an e-mail address (walkwithchristva@gmail.com) for recording miles on line.

This program will officially start on March 23, 2008 (Easter Sunday)

This is not just a physical fitness program. “Walk with Christ” is planned as a spiritual experience for the whole ward that will bring us closer to our Savior. When preparing to walk, we also need to prepare to think and talk of Christ. Scriptures and stories of Jesus are two ways to help center our walks on Christ. Children should be encouraged to share their favorite stories and scriptures. Beginning with a prayer will invite the spirit to be present in our walks.

Some of us may have friends who would enjoy sharing this experience. If they want to participate, they may use the postcards, e-mail or blog to report their miles.

We plan at least two ward activities. First will be a “Ward Walk” at Bluefield City Park at 10:00 AM April 26, 2008 to be followed by a cookout. We also plan a second ward walk during our annual Pioneer Day celebration on July 26, 2008.

We hope that each of you will feel the spirit of this special program. Please let your organization leader know about your ideas and experiences.

Bluefield, VA Ward

Saturday, May 17, 2008

Weeks 6 & 7


We are walking with Christ! Thanks to everyone who has reported their miles over the past couple of weeks. Keep up the good work. During week six, 353.97 miles were reported. During week seven, 368.13 miles were reported. That makes a grand total of 3276.51 miles reported so far. Remember to think of Christ as you walk!
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