Literally at the Feet of Apostle Dallin H Oaks

Monday, April 20, 2015

Of course before the big event, we had to pack lunches for our mission.

One bag for each companionship.
Sandwich will go in tomorrow.

All packed and ready for tomorrow.

Tuesday, April 21, 2015 

It was amazing to see hundreds of missionaries coming to Stake Center to see and hear an apostle of Jesus Christ. My thought. An apostle here in Uruguay and the busy world around us does not know and some would not believe or care.
Mike and I came fasting and with a prayer in our heart.

We came early and listened to the choir practice. 

I am literally sitting at Elder Oaks feet this day. Front row in the Stake Center. 

What a privilege that has been offered me and through the sacrifice of so many valiante people and family before me. 

How can I ever repay the debt?

                              

                              

The meeting started with Elder Oaks and his cute wife along with the mission president's and their wives and some of the area presidency standing in the front of the chapel and shaking all 450 hands of the missionaries from both missions.  One hermana was so touched by the opportunity. Her tears could not be stopped.  Elder Oaks didn't have time to talk to each one of us of course, but to me he took a moment and asked, "Sister Burnett, where are you from?"  I replied, "Sandy, Utah."  He then said, "Thank you for your service."  

I never thought I would ever have the opportunity to shake the hand let alone talk personally with an apostle!  How blessed indeed. 

My impression when he first walked in was one of great love and I felt he was more like a loving grandfather.  He has such kind eyes.  His wife is full of energy as well. 

Elder Oaks is standing at the far end shaking hands.

                                                                                                                                

Notes taken while listening

Make and keep covenants is our life goal. 

Husband  and wife help each other. 
Married couples magnify each other. 
We are the most important part of the missionary work. (Missionaries)
17 Alma 9. 3 15.  11. Instruments
Do Lord's work in his way. (Pen analogy)
What is missionary success?
Success is depending on me and my covenants.
Ask Lord to forgive shortcomings every day.
Teach investigators to pray 1st lesson. 
Real intent. Receive AND act upon answer.

Elder Oaks front row, far left listening to the choir.

End of Conference.

Sister Oaks in the pink.

Elder Oaks and Hermana Smith

Adiós

Ness' and Us

Anderson's, Me, Hermana Ness

A very sacred and special day for all!