God is in the details
June 12, 2023, Xin Chào, We are finishing up our second year serving as mission leaders. We have learned so much. It has been a calling that has really stretched us. There are hours of administrative work, that goes unnoticed unless it does not get done. The rewards are feeling the spirit in your life so often, being with amazing young men and young women who are willing to sacrifice for the Lord, working with members who are trying hard to do what is right and to see new members feel such joy with the gospel. Last week two members of the Area presidency visited Vietnam. They took time to visit with government leaders, missionaries and have a member meeting. As we sang the opening hymn “Near my God to Thee” in Ho Chi Minh district, I looked over the members and I felt such love for them. I know names now. I know some of their stories. I see them faithfully coming and making changes in their lives. It will be so hard to say good bye. Their faith, goodness ...