God Works in Mysterious Ways

My new ward building--Sunset Hills First, American Fork West Stake

I have been pondering my calling to serve in my new ward. I had the opportunity to be interviewed by the bishop a week ago in his office. He was very kind and shared some of his insights about what helps him be a better person and bishop. He observed when he was a counselor to the former bishop (who is in the stake presidency now) made it a goal to attend the temple weekly.

He said he himself started going every week 3 1/2 years ago when he became the bishop. He said that it helped him in his own life to make wise decisions in his work as well as bishop of our ward. It was a delight to have him tell me that. It was what I needed to hear to follow his example. I have recently contemplated going back to be an ordinance worker, but I can go every week on my own in the meantime, since I live so close. I love the influence of the temple in my life and it really does make things go smoother and a closeness to the Spirit as I serve there as patron or ordinance worker.

A few days ago I received the invitation to meet with one of the bishopric to be called to a new calling. I can say the new calling was a righteous desire of my heart and know the Lord is mindful of me to have the blessing to teach the sisters of my ward.

I get to study more about the teachings of the Prophet Joseph Smith. I look forward to this new opportunity for my own spiritual growth and development. There are so many other women who could probably teach this lesson with more experience than I but I know being the teacher I will learn more in my preparation and study. I have found that to be true in the past.

I want to do the best job I can do and get to labor among the sisters in the ward besides get to know them better at the same time. It will open the doors of understanding and gain knowledge of the Prophet Joseph Smith and bear testimony of our living Prophet, Thomas S. Monson.