Entering a New Era

Yesterday I watched the press conference that announced the new President and conselors of the church. It was obviously no surprise that President Monson was announced as the President and I wasn't surprised by Elder Eyring either. However, for some reason, I was surprised by Elder Uchtdorf. I have really enjoyed listing to him speak as a new apostle but because he is so new I didn't think that he would chosen. I think that he is a wonderful choice though. I have always really like Elder Eyring and the way that he speaks at conference. All three of these men are amazing and I know that they are called by God to lead us. I know that I will always miss President Hinckley but as I have been praying for the new presidency I have felt the confirmation that these are the men that the Lord has chosen to move the work forward. I hope that will feel of the church members love and support as they take on these new callings and that we can all whole heartedly sustain them as our new Presidency and the Prophet of our church.

So Sad To See Him Go

I was reading Michelle's blog today and thought that it would be a good idea to put down some thoughts of my own on President Hinckley's death. It seems so silly to say that I was surprised to hear that he had passed knowing that was 97 years old. However, he almost seemed invincible and that he would always be there standing at the head of the church leading us. When I first heard the news Sunday night, I cried. I remember when President Benson died and President Hunter but neither of them really touched my life like President Hinckley has. I have been fortunate enough to have lived in Utah for most of his Presidency and even had the chance to sing for him while I was in high school. His presence was totally uplifting and captivating. I hope that I will always be able to remember how he made me feel and keep that positive outlook on life that he had. Most of all I am grateful for the testimony that I have that makes it easier to handle that challenges that come my way. I know that as long as I stay true to the teachings of the gospel and listen to all of our prophets counsel, the Lord will be with me just as he was with our beloved President Hinckley. I will really miss him. What a wonderful man!!