"O, Divine Redeemer"~

I have a deep abiding love for, and testimony of my Savior, Jesus Christ. He is our "Divine Redeemer." Jesus Christ lived a life of love for all. He is the Anointed One, who chose in the pre-earth life to come as a newborn baby and then grow to become our Messiah. He taught us how to live through his examples.  He established His Church with Apostles, whom he chose and gave authority to do as He had done. He gave pure love, lifted all, healed the sick, lame,  and those in despair. In the Garden of Gethsemane, He suffered for all sins, and afflictions that we may experience in this life and then walked the path to Golgotha where he was crucified. Three days later our Redeemer was resurrected, and therefore because of Him, we will all live again, someday.

Here is an exclusive Easter Video. 


Here too is a very endearing video by Claire Ryann when she was three years old. I treasure this video because I know her mother, grandmother, and great grandmother. This sweet child sings like an angel, and this is my favorite song by her. 


This is a favorite quote because I know that our Mediator with the Father is always there for us in our moments of need. He loves us and as we reach for Him; the Savior can comfort and heal us of our afflictions. I thank my Heavenly Father every day for His precious son, our Savior. He is the way, the truth, and the light. I invite you all to "Come Unto Christ" and learn of Him. 

If you have a few moments, I invite you to listen to this rendition by the Tabernacle Choir at Temple Square as they sing: "O, Divine Redeemer." 


I witness to you that I know my Redeemer Lives. I know that The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints is His restored Church with a living Prophet and Apostles who receive revelation for our day from Jesus Christ, our Devine Redeemer.

While Searching For Spring~

While searching for spring; the finicky month of March went by with lots of varied activities. 

My dearest young granddaughter, Emma was scheduled for an Endoscopy in March. Here are some photos of her while she was waiting to be registered for the test, changing into PJ's, waiting to go in for the test, waking up from the test and then going home. We were so grateful that Emma did so well. The test results were that she has esophageal inflammation. She is now on a special diet for a while to determine what foods may have contributed to the diagnosis.  She was a trooper and so delightful. 

Our Relief Society Presidency was asked to provide a dinner for our Stake Presidency members which consisted of 14 people. This was a dinner in between two meetings that they had for our bi-annual Stake Conference. Here is just a snapshot of a couple of the table decorations. It was a privilege to make this dinner for them.

We had the fun blessing for having one of our families visit us from Idaho. This is my 3rd son, James, his wife, Amber and their two children Taylor Jo and Averi. We had such a great visit with them all.

Next, we celebrated our Granddaughter, Alyssa's 15th birthday. This is the sweet family that is living with us right now. They will soon be moving into their own home, and I will miss the day to day contact with this remarkable family. This is our 5th child and middle daughter, Jenni, husband Michael and their children, Alyssa, Emma, and Ben. 

More fun photos from this happy celebration. Our Alyssa received mostly art supplies and these art pictures she asked for. I loved the items she received. No clothes for her this year. 

Benjamin made his own Pinewood Derby car to race in a Cub Scout event. I was so proud of him for making it all by himself. We enjoyed watching the races, and he had a lot of fun. 

It has continued to snow off and on here in Utah. We are starting to see a few signs of spring. We still need to wear a coat on most days. 

My dear Sister In Law, Amparo Gledhill passed away on March 20th,2019. She had fought a 2 year battle with Cancer. She is the wife of my oldest brother Mac Gledhill, who died in 2010. We were so sad to lose this endearing sister of ours. We had just visited her in Las Vegas a few months ago. I had tried to stay in touch, and we always enjoyed our moments with her family and her. We lived in Las Vegas for 7 years; we have been close with their family throughout the years. Her Granddaughter, Misty wrote the beautiful poem above, and it describes her well. 

 Here is a photo of her family: Front row Kathy, Mirna, Amparo; Back row, John, Gabe, and Gus. Then the picture on the right side is her grandchildren; there are a few missing in the photo.

 Here are a few photos from the luncheon held after the funeral. Amparo had lived in the same home for over 40 years, and she had a lot of friends and family come. She had three sisters and some nieces and nephews that came from Mexico for the funeral. She was much loved by many. 

 

On the Saturday after the funeral, we drove up to the Las Vegas Latter-Day Saint Temple. It was a beatutiful day and we really enjoyed the sunlight and the surroundings. 

On Monday, we drove home and stopped in Cedar City to see the newer Cedar City, Utah Latter-Day Saint temple and then onto Monroe, Utah to visit my beloved 98-year-old Aunt Alene. We had a fantastic visit with her. 
It was a busy month with lots of love, sadness, activities and etc. Now we are still searching for Spring. 

Come, See and Hear ~

In the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, "We believe in the same organization that existed in the Primitive Church, namely, apostles, prophets, pastors, teachers, evangelists, and so forth." (Articles of Faith. # 6)
This photo above is our Prophet, President Russell M. Nelson in the center with his First Councilor, President Dallin H. Oaks and 2nd Councilor, President Henry B. Eyring. Then we have our 12 Apostles. 1st row sitting; Elder Dieter F. Uchtdorf, Elder Jeffery R. Holland, Elder M. Russel Ballard, Elder David A. Bednar, Elder Quentin L.Cook, and Elder D.Todd Christopherson. 2nd-row standing is Elder Gary E. Stevenson, Elder Ronald A. Rasband, Elder Neil L. Andersen, Elder Dale G. Renlund, Elder Gerritt W. Gong and Elder Ulisses Soares. 
"We believe that a man must be called of God, by prophecy, and by the laying on of hands by those who are in authority, to preach the Gospel and administer in the ordinances thereof." (Articles of Faith #5.)
These men are Prophet, Seers, and Revelators that hold the keys given to Peter from Christ and restored to the Prophet Joseph Smith by Peter, James and John when the church was restored in these the Latter days. 
This weekend the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints will hold their Semi-Annual General Conference. Here we will listen to all of these brethren and other General leaders of the church. We look forward to these messages which will lead, guide and direct our more than 16 million members of the church worldwide. 
"We believe all that God has revealed, all that He does now reveal, and we believe that He will yet reveal many great and important things pertaining to the Kingdom of God."( Articles of Faith # 9 )

Here is a video of their testimony of the Living Christ~

Here is the information for viewing General Conference on Saturday, April 6th and Sunday, April 7th. Come, See and Listen to a Prophets voice and hear the word of God. 

Our conferences are a wonderful experience. We hear from our leaders the messages that they have been guided through the spirit to give. As we listen to their words we can also receive revelation for our own lives. Each conference we have exciting changes that have come about through direct revelation from our Savior, Jesus Christ to our Prophet and Apostles. We believe that Jesus Christ is the head of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. 

 We believe in God, the Eternal Father, and in His Son, Jesus Christ, and in the Holy Ghost. (Articles of Faith#1.) You can find all of the Articles of Faith here.

I bare my own testimony that we have a living Prophet in our day. President Russell M. Nelson. We have Apostles today that travel the world and bare testimony of our living and divine Redeemer, Jesus Christ. 

I know that we have a loving Heavenly Father who cares for all of His Spirit children on this earth. He wants us all to return and live again with Him some day. He has provided that way through the Glorious Plan of Salvation. We have the Anointed One who came to earth to show us the way and then went through the Atonement in Gethsemane, the Crucifixion on Golgotha  and the Resurrection from the  Garden tomb for all of us. As we follow the Savior and repent and are baptized and receive the gift of the Holy Ghost and other ordinances of salvation; we can return and live with Them again. A  way has been provided for all of God's children to hear this plan and choose their path whether in this earthly life or in the Spirit World.

 I know the scriptures are true. We believe in the Old and New Testament . We believe in The Book of Mormon, Another Testament of Jesus Christ. It is the the dealings of God with the inhabitants of Ancient America. As you commit to read this book and pray about it; you too can receive a witness that it is true. 

We have other scriptures that have come forth since the restoration; they are the Doctrine and Covenants and The Pearl Of Great Price. 

I invite you to come and listen to the Conference addresses and the beautiful music by the Tabernacle Choir and then pray about what you hear and if you pray with real intent you will receive a witness of the truths spoken.