Friday, August 8, 2008

Losing our neighbors


First we lost Gayle and Lorraine Davis as neighbors when they were transferred to Window Rock, but the move was softened as another wonderful couple took their place. Now 6 months later, the Robrechts are finishing up their mission and heading back to Oregon. We have really grown to love and rely upon them. It was because of them that we were able to carry out several major branch activities, like the Home Evening training, Provident Living Classes, and, of course, branch socials. I don't know what we'll do without their help, and our neighboring branch at Steamboat will really suffer without them there.
It doesn't appear there are many senior couples wanting to serve missions, and even though we have a wonderful new trailer right next door, we're afraid that there aren't any senior missionaries coming in the near future. The church only has half of the senior missionaries they need.
It looks like we will be add "seminary teacher" to our list of things to do, and it is an overwhelming feeling, as we were already pretty busy. If you know any retired teachers, or counselors who could come, please encourage them to call President Beck, our mission president: 623-334-3823. HELP!!

1 comment:

A&AWilcox said...

You guys have raised eight kids and continue to do so, this will be nothing you can do it. Just do your best and the Lord will take care of the rest. Happy Birthday STEVE!!