God bless the USA. What an incredible experience. I came outside and found the Elders all saluting the flag and reciting the pledge of allegiance. Elder Fedotov in the light blue t-shirt is from Ukraine and you can see from his reaction that he didn't quite know how to react. It was very moving. It was a great way to end our day. I think all of us have really come to appreciate the freedoms that our country has offered us. The missionaries see everyday how the many years of Soviet rule have affected the people of this country and have developed such an appreciation for the men and women who have fought for our freedom and for all that it means in our lives. I don't think I have ever felt such gratitude for being an American on the 4th of July as I did today.
I love Elder Pearson's "last words" which were printed in our recent newsletter, "see you in the land of the free and the home of the brave."
Showing posts with label 4th of July. Show all posts
Showing posts with label 4th of July. Show all posts
July 7, 2008
THE FLAG STILL STANDS FOR FREEDOM
JULY 4th BARBEQUE
After our football game we all hopped on Public Transportation and headed to the church for a Barbeque. We stopped by our apartment for an hour or so and by the time we got to the church the meat was on the grill. I have to say I was so impressed the Elders and Sisters had everything under control. They had purchased everything they needed for a real American style barbeque. Many of the companionships had even made shish kebobs complete with peppers and onions. It was fun.
July 4, 2008
INDEPENDENCE DAY
Happy 4th of July. We started the day out with a friendly game of football. It was so fun to see the young missionaries just be "boys" (and girls), Sisters Chiriac and Howard got in on the game too. We have some very athletic missionaries. We saw some great passes, running, and catches, not to mention a little road rash by the end of the game. We are on our way to the church building now for a barbecue and maybe watch a movie.
We will remember you all as we celebrate Independence day and the freedoms we all enjoy as Americans, especially the freedom to worship how, where, and what we may.
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Europe East Area District Meeting
I LOVE THESE MISSIONARIES
OUR APARTMENT (this is not an average missionary apartment)
THIS IS WHAT MISSIONARY APARTMENTS LOOK LIKE ON INSPECTION DAY
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LEADERSHIP TRAINING IN THE KALINSKY BUILDING
