Cake Cutting Ceremony
September 11--a day that changed our world. One that we will never forget. A day to remember those who lost their lives and those first responders who were there to help. So thankful for those who dedicate their lives to keeping us safe. As we've watched Hurricane Irma this weekend, again we pause in gratitude for those who serve our nation. So many natural disasters have hit recently. We can truly see prophesy being fulfilled.
Our week has been pretty uneventful. My journal entries have been brief. We did meet two fun families in the San Clemente Ward. One family had three children that were amazingly talented--art, music, handicrafts, reading. Another family also had three children but their oldest was 5. They are expecting #4 in October. Unfortunately, dad is deployed until February. We're going to watch over this little family. Their second child has a birthday today so we will stop over and take her a little gift. Can't imagine going for months on my own like this mother is. She's a trooper. Glad we are here to help.
Saturday we were scheduled to have our first baptism in the branch since we arrived. We were really excited for the marine. However, that morning he talked to the missionaries and let them know he had decided to postpone the event. The highs and the lows of missionary work all in one day. We'll pray this young man is blessed as he searches for the answers to his questions.
Yesterday was the last Sunday for one of our favorite marines. He gave the Sunday morning lesson and did a fantastic job. He has a strong testimony and has really made a different in our little branch. We will miss him. Had a great group of marines attend church last night. Bro Woolley spoke about keeping Christ as our center line. Bro. Woolley was an Air Force pilot. He had some great stories and had the marines very engaged in his message. We pray that we will all keep Christ as our center line to keep us pointed in the right direction as we face turbulence in our lives.
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