Ohio Cleveland Mission

"Thou art called to labor in my vineyard, and to build up my church, and to bring forth Zion, that it may rejoice upon the hills and flourish.
Behold, verily, verily, I say unto thee, thou art not called to go into the eastern countries, but thou art called to go to the Ohio.
Inasmuch as my people shall assemble themselves at the Ohio, I have kept in store a blessing such as is not known among the children of men, and it shall be poured forth upon their heads. And from thence men shall go forth into all nations."

Doctrine and Covenants 39:13-15

Tuesday, September 6, 2011

Words of Wisdom...

I am including this on the blog because I am so grateful for his maturity, insight and the spiritual growth we see in Brad.  I couldn't be more proud of him and his words are a great source of comfort for me and Jenn.
This is the letter I wrote Brad on Sept. 5th

Dear Brad,
This is a hard letter to write.  In the early morning hours today Jenn lost her baby.  She and Greg are heartbroken as are all of us.  I was able to catch an early flight to Boise to be here with her.  Miscarriage is not uncommon and physically she is going to be fine.  Emotionally it will take some time.  I know how excited you were, believe me.  I was beyond excited!  She was just starting her 12th week and thought she was past the worry, but things happen.  She said looking back, she thinks she kind of knew.  It didn't feel like she thought it would.  Moms usually know and she was the mom this time.  I am very proud of her.

Keep her and Greg in your prayers.  I am sure they will try again soon.  I am so sorry you have to read this in an email.  I will hug her for you and know you are where you are supposed to be.    We are so proud of you.  I might not get a letter mailed as soon as I would have, but know you are loved.  I will make up for it :)

Times like this help to remember the atonement is for all kinds of heartache.  He knows our pains and is aware of each of us individually.  I know that for sure.

Love you tons,

Mom

This is the response we got from Brad today.

Mom and Jenni,
 
I was so sad when I had to read this e mail. I dont really know what to say except that you are in my prayers.  If there is one thing I have learned on my mission it is that the Lord has his hand in everything in our lives.  It is hard to remember but he sees the end from the beginning and knows what is best for us.  Christ has suffered for all of our pains and afflictions and knows exactly how you are feeling. I was reading in 2 corinthians chapter 12:9-10 this morning and it was paul talking about how in his weakest moments he is strong.  Remember that these trials of our faith in our lives are a small moment and in these moments is when we need to be strong and trust in Hevanly father and Jesus Christ the most. He is mindful of you and knows you will both make an amazing mom and Grandma one day when the time is right. I love you all so much and you and Greg will be in my prayers.
 
Love
 
         Elder Skalla
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1 comment:

Ali and Ty said...

who knew that boy was so wise? i think his letter helped us all. SO proud of him...

September 6, 2011 at 9:39 PM

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