Jared and Tricia belong to the Mt. Franklin 5th ward in El Paso. Their block started at 9am. The theme of the meeting was "The Hearts of the Children Shall Turn." A couple on a family history mission spoke and a high councilman spoke. The highlight of the meeting was Tricia singing "Through His Name." It was beautiful and James said it was the highlight of his trip (He got a little teary-eyed). She sounded beautiful and it was a touching song about the Savior. The lesson in Sunday School was taken from Helaman 13-16 about Samuel the Lamanite. Sister Bowden, the teacher made the lesson interesting. She had one of the Primary boys dress up like Samuel the Lamanite and another boy in the audience as one of the hostile Nephites. We also played $10,000 pyramid. The title of the lesson was: "Repent and Return unto the Lord."
James's ordination took place during the 3rd hour. We all gathered in the classroom where the Deacons meet and Jared ordained James and gave a wonderful blessing. He talked about the importance of serving.
Afterwards we all went to our classes, including Max and Ben. Tricia went with Jeanie and I to Relief Society. The lesson was taught by Sister Geneice Ford. It was on faith. I can tell that there is a special bond among the sisters of this ward. It was a good meeting.
The most handsome deacon in the Mt. Franklin 5th ward.
The bishop wants all of the deacons to wear suits.
Tricia made the ASU tie from one of Jared's old ties.
Jared made a delicious breakfast and for lunch we had homemade chili. We have been treated so well on this trip by both Jared and Tricia! The kids were awesome too. Anna begged us to stay longer and I wished we could have but we needed to get the boys home for school tomorrow.
We left for home a little before one and decided to take the boys directly home to Chandler. We arrived around 7pm and stayed less than 5 minutes and then we were on our way back to Vernon. We arrived a little before 11. Thanks James for getting us safely home! It was a wonderful weekend!!
