General Information
Who are the Gold Canyon ward Welfare and Self-Relaince specialists?
Sergio & Marianne Paredes
When dealing with a challenge or stressful situation I should:
a. blame others and hold a grudge
b. stay calm and think things through carefully before I act
c. doubt myself and give up on finding a solution
d. complain and make excuses because no one is perfect
e. rebel
b. stay calm and think things through carefully before I act
True or False? We should counsel with the Lord about our finances.
True
True or False? The Bible teaches us that we should work out our own salvation.
True
What should you NOT put in your 72hr. kit?
a. bottled water
b. granola bars
c. ice cream cones
d. medicine
e. cash
c. ice cream cones
Who is primarily responsible for my welfare?
Me, myself, and I (unless you're a kid, then it's your parents/caregivers)
What is a reasonable expectation of being emotionally resiliant?
a. be able to cheer everyone up in your home/school/work environment
b. never be sad, mad or feel pain
c. suffer in silence so no one will suspect that we’re dealing with hard things
d. recognize that God loves us and will help us as we deal with hard things
d. recognize that God loves us and will help us as we deal with hard things
Which of the following words best describes what modern-day prophets have said about debt?
a. It’s bondage.
b. It’s a party.
c. It’s a nightmare.
d. It’s no big deal.
a. It’s bondage.
What is the correct missing word to this sentence?: Education is a _______ to self-reliance.
a. guarantee
b. bridge
c. hinderance
b. bridge
What is a 72-hour kit?
A pre-packed grab-and-go kit you can easily take with you in an emergency if you have to leave home.
True or False? Self-reliance is a commandment.
True.
(See Teachings of Presidents of the Church: Spencer W. Kimball [2006], 116.)
True or False?
Accepting challenges and dealing with hardships was NEVER part of God’s plan for us.
False
What is the missing word?
“A _________ is a plan. Using a _________, you plan how you will use your money for a certain period of time.
budget
Unscramble what Thomas S. Monson used to say? cendiosis merteined yistend
decisions determine destiny
3. What emergency supplies should you have in a 72-hour emergency supply kit?
a. medicine, photo albums, guitar
b. 50-lb. barrel of water, video games, cash
c. 100-lb. coin collection, granola bars, juice boxes
d. bottled water, food, medicine
d. bottled water, food, medicine
What 4 words are missing in this definition of self-reliance?
The ability, commitment, and effort to provide the __1__ and ___2__ necessities of life for self and family. As members become self-reliant, they are also better able to ___3___ and ___4___ for others.
1=spiritual; 2=temporal; 3=serve; 4=care
What is emotional resilience?
(must get at least 1 of the three correct answers)
a. adapting to emotional challenges with courage and faith centered in Jesus Christ
b. helping yourself and others the best you can
c. reaching out for additional help when needed
How many months worth of savings should you have for emergencies?
(2 possible correct answers - must get at least 1 of them)
1-month emergency fund
and
3-6 months' worth of monthly bills
What are the 2 reasons companies hire people?
(must get both answers correct)
1. To help them make money and/or
2. To help them solve problems
4. Which pair of items are NOT basic emergency things you should always have in your car in our area?
a. flares or reflective triangle and window hammer
b. blanket and first aid kit
c. bottled water and non-perishable snacks
d. jumper cables and spare tire
e. antifreeze and ice scraper/brush
e. antifreeze and ice scraper/brush
What 5 classes does the Church offer for helping us achieve greater self-reliance?
Personal Finance,
Emotional Resilience,
How to Get a Better Job
Education for Better Work,
Starting and Growing My Business
What are the missing words in this scripture? “And if men come unto me I will show unto them their ___1___. I give unto men ___1___ that they may be ___2___; and my grace is sufficient for all men that ___2___ themselves before me; for if they ___2___ themselves before me, and have ___3___ in me, then will I make ___4___ things become ___5___ unto them.”
1= weakness; 2=humble; 3=faith; 4=weak; 5=strong
According to the “Financial Stewardship Success Map” what is the suggested order of financial goals?
a. tithing, debt elimination, emergency savings, other savings
b. tithing, emergency savings, other savings, debt elimination
c. tithing, other savings, emergency savings, debt elimination,
d. tithing, emergency savings, debt elimination, other savings
d. tithing, emergency savings, debt elimination, other savings
What is the 15-10-2 proven rule associated with seeking a job? Each day a successful job seeker…
a. identifies 15 new resources, makes 10 new contacts, holds 2 face-to-face interviews
b. spends 15 minutes reviewing their skills, makes 10 phone calls, spends 2 minutes meditating
a. identifies 15 new resources, makes 10 new contacts, holds 2 face-to-face interviews
What are the 5 natural disasters likely to occur in this area?
(must name 5 and get at least 4 of the 5 correct)
wildfires, monsoons, dust storms, flooding, extreme heat