groundbreaking event

Like waiting for a missionary, our stake center ground breaking has been two years in the making.  It was a day that begins the anticipated promises. The remarks were moving and I felt a lump in my throat as I rejoiced with others, many of  whom  have waited much longer than I. The five acre property was purchased nearly two decades ago by those with a hope and dream.

The next  generation of youth including my own daughter will enjoy the benefits of that vision. Doug spoke about his own memories growing up--waiting for a chapel to be built. He reminded us that although the place is not important in the eternal scheme of things, it is a blessing nonetheless.

My own experience under the tent this morning returned my thoughts to the early Saints who met in tents and groves and many other similar places for the joy of hearing the word.  I didn't mind that the microphone didn't work. I also tried to cope as graciously as possible with the morning heat and insects as I counted some of the blessings of being born in this generation of Saints.

  

The leadership of the project and the leadership of the stake have worked diligently to see this day come to pass.

Most importantly, families of faith will continue their work and commitment to build souls from within, as this latter day edifice begins to shine forth.