Accra, Ghana
117th operating temple
Dedicated: 11 Jan 2004
By: Gordon B. Hinckley
Jesus Christ, Glory of
Isaiah 6:3
And one cried unto another, and said, Holy, holy, holy, is the Lord of hosts: the whole earth is full of his glory.
Book of Mormon
Alma 56:18-40
New Testament "Be Perfectly Joined Together" 1 Corinthians 1-7
Review 1 Corinthians 1-7
General Conference
Cleansed by Repentance
President Dallin H. Oaks
"Overarching God's plan and all of His commandments is His love for each of us, which is 'most desirable above all things ... and the most joyous to the soul'. The prophet Isaiah assured even the wicked that when they 'return unto the Lord, ... he will have mercy ... and abundantly pardon'. Alma taught, 'Behold he sendeth an invitation unto all men, for the arms of mercy are extended towards them'. The risen Lord told the Nephites, 'Behold, mine arm of mercy is extended towards you, and whosoever will come, him will I receive'. From these and many other scriptural teachings, we know that our loving Savior opens His arms to receive all men and women on the loving conditions He has prescribed to enjoy the greatest blessings God has for His children."
Marie and Jasmine were confirmed today in sacrament meeting. They were dressed nice and they were glowing. I congratulated both of them afterwards.
My friend Jean came to sacrament meeting today at my request but I could tell she did not feel well and I felt a little guilty. She went home after sacrament meeting.
Dimitri G. was the youth speaker today. He spoke on the impact of the "Come Follow Me" program on his family. He said that the "Come Follow Me" program has helped him feel the Spirit and grow close to Jesus Christ. It was a great talk!
The choir sang "Amazing Grace". They need more men. Lots of women but not enough men.
Brother S. Hunsaker was the last speaker. He used Elder Kyle S. McKay's talk, "The Immediate Goodness of God" as the basis for his talk but used his own examples. I could listen to Sean talk all day. Such a sweet, good man. Here are some quotes: "Even while we are patiently waiting upon the Lord, these are certain blessing that come to us immediately" When Alma's people reached Zarahemla: "When they thought of the immediate goodness of God, and his power in delivering Alma and his brethren out of ... bondage, they did raise their voices and give thanks to God." The immediate goodness of God comes to all who call upon Him with real intent and full purpose of heart. He has promised, "My kindness shall not depart from thee." Paul said, 'nothing can separate us from the love of God, which is in Christ Jesus.'
Sister Skousen taught Relief Society today based on Elder Uchtodorf's talk, "Missionary Work: Sharing What Is in Your Heart". The sisters had lots of stories to tell and really carried the lesson.
After lunch and rest time I reviewed this week's "Come Follow Me" lesson by listening to Brother Butler's and Sister Freeman's YouTube video and filling out their work sheet. I did the same thing with next week's lesson.
James went to visit the Peeler's and when he returned we headed for the Woods' for dinner. We met Rosa and Dave there. Dave and James are the ministering brothers for Pam and Chuck. When they asked for an appointment Pam invited them to bring their wives for dinner.
We sat out on the deck and visited while waiting for the sun to go down. After the sun was down we ate out on the deck at the table that was set up. First was the salad which was served in a bowl made from the knot on a tree from Alaska. James asked what kind of tree but they didn't know.
For dinner we had a delicious meatloaf, mashed potatoes and gravy, and broccoli. For dessert a homemade cherry pie with the best crust I have ever tasted!
After dinner we watched photos projected on the screen from the Woods' recent trip to Prince Edward Island, Kentucky, and Tennesse. Lots of pictures of quilts from the quilt museum in Kentucky.
Pam has been quilting since she was 20 years old and she is now 70. She is a hand quilter. Chuck does the machine quilting.
Pam with some of her quilts
Lots of awards!
Pam is one of the nicest people I have ever met. She considers everyone her friend and is so kind and loving.
On the way home we stopped at the Halcomb's to get some peaches. They had two big boxes full. We only took a small bag.
This post was done by Elder Heyman,
Dianne's husband.
Our friends Bob and Claire:
Sweet little Charlie
This weeks "Come Follow Me"
