It has been so rewarding to be able to go teach with the missionaries. It has been a special joy to teach Paul Pace with Sister Russell and Sister Stillman. Paul is unusual in his enthusiasm to hear more of the gospel, his anticipation of being baptized, his thoughtfulness and diligence in reading, and his acceptance of the principles being taught. And he is fun.
Visiting the flats of the missionaries has been interesting, fun, and inspirational. They are so good to us and they really are trying to do everything they should. We have had the opportunity this month of inspecting 16 flats, 8 in England an 8 in Wales. This has allowed us to see some beautiful places, and even to visit Stratford-on-Avon again. We love it there and feel fortunate that it is in our mission. Elder Riggs is so nice, it will be hard to see him leave in a couple of weeks. 
The gospel makes the passing of my father easier for us to accept. It is a good thing for people who have lived an exceptionally good life to be able to leave mortality when their bodies are worn out. The plan of salvation helps us understand that wonderful things await him as he moves to the next stage and the joyous reunion he is having with his parents, siblings, friends and others. I think it was President Hinckley who said, "The pain of death is swallowed up in the peace of eternal life. Whenever the cold hand of death strikes, there shines through the gloom and the darkness of that hour the triumphant figure of the Lord Jesus Christ. He, the Son of God, by whom his matchless and eternal power overcame death. He is our comfort, our only true comfort when the dark shroud of earthly night closes about us when the spirit departs the human form."
3 comments:
I am so sorry to hear about your Dad. He was a wonderful man and is loved by so many (as I am sure you already know). You should know you too have inherited that same quality...you are loved by many. We miss you and send our deepest sympathies your way.
P.S. Thanks for the birthday cards.
So sorry to hear about your dad. It sounds like he lived a long and full life. I'm sure he is very happy where he is today and proud of your mission.
What a beautiful quote by Pres. Hinckley, Claudine. This was a nice tribute to your dad.
I can't believe you have been gone for 9 months, either! It will go by all too quickly now that the last half has come. I know you are enjoying your mission to the fullest!! You will be so happy to have all these blog entries when you are back home so that you can remember all the people you worked with and all the wonderful experiences you are having.
We send our love to you and Wayne.
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