Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints
Despite previous announcements, Sunday service times will not change for 2022. The weekly Sacrament Meeting will continue to be held at 9 a.m. each Sunday, followed by Sunday School on the first and third Sundays. Relief Society and Quorum meetings are on the second and fourth Sundays. Primary meetings for children will be held every Sunday during the second hour. Months with a fifth Sunday will have a second hour meeting defined specifically by the Bishopric. Weekly meetings are held at the Atherton Chapel at 6500 E. Atherton St., Long Beach.
The Long Beach California East Stake Semi-Annual Conference will be held on Saturday, Jan. 15, and Sunday, Jan. 16 at the Stake Center located at 4142 Cerritos Ave., Los Alamitos. The Saturday evening session will commence at 7 p.m. and Sunday morning session will begin at 10 a.m. All members and guests are invited to attend both sessions.
The Atherton Ward will hold a “Linger Longer” social gathering on Jan. 23 following the second hour meeting. This will be a wonderful opportunity to mingle with one another in a relaxed and open area. Remember to gather in the Cultural Hall following the conclusion of the second hour meetings.
Reminder: The Newport Beach Temple will be closed from Jan.10-March 7 for cleaning and refurbishment. Those wishing to perform ordinances before or after these dates must schedule appointments in advance via the church website at www. churchofjesuschrist.org or by calling the Temple at (949) 644-1820. People are encouraged to bring their own family names or use names provided by the temple for ordinances.
