Posted by:
levantlurker
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Date: January 09, 2023 01:41PM
From my "unceremoniously aged out of YSA" single adults branch from years back.
Translation: not enough male priesthood holders.
"We wrote to you last week that some changes would be coming to the branch on Sunday, and now that sacrament meeting has passed, we wanted to let you know what those changes were.
The XXXXXXXXXXX Single Adult Branch has been discontinued. Records for all members have been sent to their geographic wards, and everyone can attend those wards next Sunday.
In considering this change, one of the primary things on leaders’ minds were service opportunities for branch members that would help them stretch and grow. There were concerns that the branch did not offer enough of them and members were limited. The hope is that as you join your geographic wards, members will have a chance to serve in a wider variety of callings, giving you the chance to meet more people, stretch your abilities, and develop more talents through church service.
This was not an easy decision. The branch presidency has loved the time we spent with the members. We have seen your kindness, your spiritual growth, your dedication to the Savior, your care for each other, and many other attributes over the years. We will miss seeing you every week, learning from you, and hearing about your challenges and accomplishments. We look forward to staying in touch with you and seeing you at future activities, including temple service.
Thank you again for all your service as part of the branch and for the time you gave that allowed us to get to know and love you.
The Branch Presidency"