Today Chandler gave his first sacrament meeting talk. He was supposed to talk about our ward activity last Saturday. For the activity, we went to the Mesa temple and did maintenance on the grounds. At the end of the activity, the children were encouraged to go up and touch the temple. We took all the kids up to the temple, and they could feel the spirit that was there.
Chandler was particularly moved by the experience, asking when he’d be able to go inside. After the bishopric heard about his experience, they asked if he’d be willing to share it in sacrament meeting. So Chandler prepared this week, and spoke today. It was awesome! I could tell he was nervous, but his nerves were calmed a little after he was able to get ahold of Grammy and Papa in the Congo to practice for them. He really spoke from the heart and did a GREAT job!
At the end he bore his testimony. It was so wonderful to hear his pure, innocent testimony. I know this is just the beginning of his personal spiritual journey. After his experience at the temple, Eric challenged Chandler to read the Book of Mormon by himself before he turns twelve and is made a Deacon. It has been so cool to watch him study and pray at night. What an obedient boy! At this rate he’ll finish long before his 12th birthday.
We’re very proud of you, Chandler!
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