"Good afternoon sisters,
It is another joyous day as we welcome home yet another
missionary!
You have had the opportunity to learn of Christ as you have
developed a personal study of the scriptures,
You drew strength through prayer to be a light to all nations. You have developed a relationship with your
Heavenly Father and your Savior, Jesus Christ, as you set worthy goals and then
worked hard to achieve them. You were
invited to arise and shine forth and be a keeper of the light. "Behold, I am Jesus Christ, the Son of
God. I am the life and light of the
world. " Jesus Christ lived his
entire life as a beacon of light for each of us to follow. He lights the way for us to return
and live in the presence of Heavenly Father.
His words to us are. "Behold I am the light, I have set an example
for you." Just as the great keepers
of the light stand alone in the calm or treacherous seas.... You were called to
arise and stand unwavering.... to be a light that would lead others to
safety. You had a divine call to let
your light shine, to be a guide to those around you. You have experienced the calm seas of peace,
happiness and joy. You have also come to
know that true happiness is found through obedience to God's commandments. Real joy comes through service. Peace comes not from what you do, but from
who you really are. Heavenly Father
knows you, and loves you.
Welcome home Elder Crismon!
We love you!"
