Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
152nd operating temple
Dedicated: 18 Sept 2016
By: Henry B. Eyring
Jesus Christ, Davidic Descent of
Romans1:3
Concerning his Son Jesus Christ our Lord, which was made of the seed of David according to the flesh;
Book of Mormon #1
3 Nephi 26:1-21
*Are we ready to be judged of our works? In what way does the Savior want us to become as little children?
- Young children are sweet, pure, innocent, lovable and teachable. I had an amazing experience with Ruby while she was staying with us about three years ago. As I watched her saying her prayers one night, a powerful feeling came over me testifying to me of her purity and innocence. I truly felt that I was in the presence of greatness and someone who was more like the Savior than just about anyone else I knew. Tears come to my eyes when I think of it.
We can truly be taught by children.
How did the Nephites demonstrate their faith in Christ's words after He had departed from them? They did what Jesus taught them to do. They taught and served one another, and practiced the law of consecration. They had all things in common among them every man dealing justly one with another. They were baptized in the name of Jesus and were called the Church of Christ.
Book of Mormon #2
Alma 11-12
Old Testament
Ezekiel 35-37
General Conference
Our Campfire of Faith
Elder Gerrit W. Gong
"Our campfire of faith can encourage us to find joy in wholesome creativity. There is joy in imagining, learning, doing worthwhile new things. This is especially true as we deepen faith and trust in Heavenly Father and His Son, Jesus Christ."
There are two wildfires in California that continue to rage. Today the town of Malibu was evacuated because of the Woolsley fire. The Camp Fire in Paradise has destroyed most of the town, including an LDS meetinghouse and most all of the members homes except four. It is very sad and my heart goes out to these people. The Campbell family that just moved in to our ward had to rescue a grandmother and daughter from one of the fires, I'm not sure which. The grandmother's home was destroyed and they just got away with the clothes on their backs. Our ward is looking for clothes for the 91 year old grandmother, today is her birthday, and the teenaged daughter of Sister Campbell in our ward.
Darrel was kind enough to give James and I both our flu and pneumonia shots this morning. It's great having doctors' in the family!
James, Lola, and I left for Sheri's this morning around ten. We are meeting up with Darrel at the reunion at Discovery Park after Sheri's. Darrel took Ruby to her volleyball game.
James gave both Sheri and Max a blessing. He gave Sheri a blessing of comfort and peace and encouragement that she would be trained in how to take care of Max.
Max's blessing was one of encouragement too. He was told that his attitude was important and that if he took care of himself he would be able to lead a normal life, serve a mission, and have a family.
I hope they both felt better afterwards. I know I did. I love having someone worthy to give priesthood blessings in my home. I did not grow up with that blessing.
Lola stayed with Sheri and Sheri and the boys will bring her to the reunion.
James and I went to the Fry's Marketplace on Gilbert and Ocotillo to get some fried chicken and cranberry celebration to take for the potluck at the reunion. I also bought potato salad, coleslaw and chicken salad.
Adam texted and said he was at Discovery Park and could not find the Lambson group. He discovered that there are two Discovery Park's, both in Gilbert. We thought it was at the Discovery Park near the temple but Laurie lives in Val Vista Lakes and there is a neighborhood park called Discovery Park in Val Vista Lakes. This is what comes from not looking at the map she sent. Grateful to Adam for steering us in the right direction.
There was quite a small group gathered. I think we had the most family and George's family was represented with four of his four sons and one daughter, Rebecca. Here are some photos:
David, James, Rebecca, Terry, and Gail
Some of the descendants of George Oran Lambson with their spouses. Later, Marin, Rebecca and Brent's daughter-in-law brought her four children, including her baby daughter Addy who is a month older than Charlie. There are three Adalyn's in our family:
Darrel's, Jason and Marin's, and Jasmine's.
The entire group gathered today, descendants of Frank Bates Lambson and Annie Laurie Mangum. Thanks to Laurie Thomas, Uncle Gene's adopted daughter, for organizing this event. She loves family so much!
Some highlights of this gathering:
- The sprinklers came on and Laura got soaked. I got wet too but nothing like Laura.
- Laurie brought a photo quilt and we looked at old family photos.
- I spoke with Lee's daughter Debbie Connolly. She has had cancer in her eye and other health issues.
- Wendy, Cathi's daughter came late. She was just diagnosed with breast cancer as was Cathi's sister Pam. Wendy lives in Gilbert and has two children, Kylie and Colton. She is Stacy's age. My heart goes out to her.
- The boys played football and Ruby and Lola got grandpa to push them on the swings.
- I told Darrel I thought Aaron would be there but he had to work. Thanks for coming anyway Darrel.
- Kit's wife Kristine is expecting their first baby, a girl. She is due on December 5th but is having a c-section on November 20th. How exciting to have a baby for Thanksgiving.
- We loved seeing Gail! He ate almost as much cranberry celebration as James did.
- It was a beautiful day and the weather was perfect!
Since Creme de la Chocolat is right around the corner Darrel suggested we go there afterwards, which we did. Addy, Ruby, Lola and I all got ice cream. Darrel and James abstained. James said we could get ice cream at McDonald's and it would be much cheaper. I had an ice cream cone dipped in hazelnut chocolate. It was good! The people who own this place and in Darrel and Trina's old ward. They are from Canada. Glad that Darrel wanted to support them as I know how he feels about Canada. Too bad Trina couldn't be with us as I know she loves this place but she had to work. Rowan went home with Sheri.
When we got back to Darrel's James and I began packing to go home. Addy helped me carry my suitcase downstairs. Somehow I forgot my cosmetic suitcase and left it in Rowan's bedroom which I discovered when we got home to Vernon. Luckily the Dollar Store has makeup, hairspray, and curling irons. I made a trip there as soon as we got home.
James seems so happy to be home. We walk, eat, put stuff away, and watch a new Hallmark movie, "Merry Christmas, Eve," starring Leann Rhimes. Of course she had to sing. She has a good voice and is a pretty good actress, I'm just not a fan of her as a person since she left her newly wed husband for another man. I guess I am a little judgmental.
I love walking by the fire!
The many faces of Charlie:
Scarlett should be a model, she
seems to love to pose!
