The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints
GATHERING OF TRIBES
FREE EVENT
March 10-11, 2023
Mesa, Arizona
Join us at the regional gathering of Indigenous members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in Mesa, Arizona. This event is for Indigenous Native Americans, Pacific Islanders, Latin American Church members (visitar el sitio en español), their families, and their guests. During this two-day event, enjoy the blessings of the temple, take part in traditional dances, delicious food, and workshops. Our purpose is to build the kingdom of heaven by fortifying gospel principles and traditional values among Indigenous Saints.
President Russell M. Nelson’s call for Saints to:
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“Gather on both sides of the veil”
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Cultivate spirituality, testimony, and relationships with Jesus Christ
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Strengthen Indigenous identity and build relationships among leaders and attendees
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Form close connections among members
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Strengthen our youth
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... and remember our purpose on earth
Friday
TEMPLE SESSIONS
March 10, 2023
11:00 am
Gilbert Temple 3301 S. Greenfield Gilbert, AZ
Join us for the endowment sessions at 11:00 am or Noon on March 10th. If you can't make it to one of those, book an appointment for any other open session before 3:00 pm. To BOOK YOUR TEMPLE SESSION, visit Gilbert Arizona Temple
Childcare is available for temple patrons at the Gilbert Temple View Chapel next to the Gilbert Temple from 8:30 am - 4:00 pm (Children that are potty trained and up to the age of 11 years old)
There will be a 'Gilbert Temple Visitor's Center Experience' at the chapel right by the temple. Where Families of temple patrons can come and learn more about the Temple and speak with the Missionaries 9:00 am - 4:00 pm
REGISTRATION & DINNER
March 10, 2023
4:30 pm
Mesa Interstake Center 830 E. 2nd Ave Mesa, AZ
Dinner will be served (gluten-free and dairy-free options available)
WALK THE TEMPLE GROUNDS
March 10, 2023
6:00 pm
Mesa Temple 101 S. Lesueur Mesa, AZ
Walk the perimeter of the temple in honor of our ancestors and our Creator (Regalia and traditional clothing is welcome and encouraged)
TRADITIONAL DANCE
March 10, 2023
7:00 pm
Mesa Interstake Center 830 E. 2nd Ave Mesa, AZ
Traditional Dance in honor of our ancestors and our families from 7:00 pm to 10:00 pm
Saturday
WORKSHOPS, SPEAKERS, & FOOD
March 11, 2023
9:30 am
Mesa Interstake Center 830 E. 2nd Ave Mesa, AZ
9:30 am - 10:00 am Opening Prayer & Song
10:00 am "Who is Jesus Christ and Why Would He Understand Me?"
10:15 am "Love One Another"
10:30 am "Walking with the Talking Creator"
10:45 am "Forgiveness"
11:10 am Testimony
11:40 am "Gathering of Israel"
11:10 am - 12:10 pm YOUTH SESSION
12:10 pm - 1:00 pm Lunch
1:00 pm - 2:00 pm "Stand On Holy Ground In Thought, Word, and Deed" (MEN, WOMEN, & YOUTH SESSION)
2:00 pm - 2:10 pm Break
2:10 pm - 3:10 pm "Book Of Mormon"
3:10 pm - 4:10 pm Speakers Youth Speaker, "Zion Must Rise", President Stephen & Cindy Keung, "Why Repent" and Elder Brian Holmes with closing remarks.
4:10 pm - 5:00 pm Dinner
5:00 pm - 6:00 pm Testimony Meeting
