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This song was written with the intent to help the Young Women transition to Relief Society. In one of my previous wards, a well intentioned sister had the idea of singing a “welcome” song for the new sister’s that were coming into Relief Society. The song she picked was “Getting to Know You” from South Pacific. Her efforts in uniting us were what inspired this song. (*note – added Oct.28th, 2006) This recording was given to me from the performance of the song in the Tabernacle at Temple Square. This song won an award from the Church Music competition, and was performed with a choir there. **Also, one more note, you are welcome to change any of the words to this song for your particular needs. J. Orrock had the suggestion that instead of singing “Sisters it’s our time in life, we feel that we’ve matured and soon we will be on our own so then we’ll know for sure…” to sing, ” Sisters it’s our time in life we’re trying to prepare to strengthen future families, we want to serve and care…” Any of these kinds of changes (for this particular song) are fine! Continue reading →

I first composed this song for a Relief Society Sister’s Retreat with the theme of “One in the Son”. One of my very favorite things about the Relief Society, is socializing with the other sisters in my church, and learning and laughing with them.

For this particular evening, we did a slide show using pictures of many of the woman as we played this song. Continue reading →