So I got a new calling in church last Sunday. First, I have to tell you that I've been a Gospel Doctrine Teacher since June of last year, and I LOVED it. I only had to teach every other week, so preparing lessons was something I really looked forward to. There was soooo much I learned this last year and my testimony really grew.When the Bishop asked to see me two weeks ago, I really wasn't expecting a change. Since he's fairly new, I thought it was a "get-to-know-you" kind of interview...It wasn't.
Last Sunday I was sustained as the East Relief Society President (because of the size - people and geography -- of our ward, we actually have 2 Relief Societies). My counselors are Kristi Jackson, Sheila Towle, and Robin Hakes.
This has been a humbling experience. Interestingly enough, I was still scheduled to teach Sunday School last week and the lesson was on the Prophet Enoch. When the Lord calls Enoch to serve, this is his response (Moses 6:31-32):
31 And when Enoch had heard these words, he bowed himself to the earth, before the Lord, and spake before the Lord, saying: Why is it that I have found favor in thy sight, and am but a lad, and all the people hateme; for I am slow of speech; wherefore am I thy servant?32 And the Lord said unto Enoch: Go forth and do as I have commanded thee, and no man shall pierce thee. Open thy mouth, and it shall be filled, and I will give thee utterance, for all flesh is in my hands, and I will do as seemeth me good.
I know EXACTLY how Enoch felt...except for the "lad" part. :) However, the Lord called me so, as long as I put forth the effort, He'll qualify me. But any extra prayers you send my way would be greatly appreciated.
