Hi! This is Brandon's Mom. He asked me to keep up his blog while he serves his mission to the Tahitian people.
Last night at 9 pm Brandon was set apart as a Missionary in the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints. The setting apart took place at the home of his "adopted" family.
Before he was set apart, the Stake President asked each of us in the room to take one minute to share why we thought Brandon would be a great missionary. Some of the reasons included:
- He is a hard worker
- He has a gregarious personality
- He is friendly and isn't afraid to visit with strangers
- He has always been "just happy to be here". It never took much to make him happy.
- He has studied hard and prepared well.
During the setting apart, the Stake President gave him a wonderful blessing that was full of important things for Brandon to know and do while he is serving for the next two years. The spirit was very strong and there were many tears shed.
The following pictures were taken after.
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| Brandon and his Mom |
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| Brandon with Grandma and Grandpa |
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| Brandon with Steve and Aunt Mischelle |
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| Brandon, Jarod & Jen - former neighbors |
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| Brandon and the Stake President |
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| Brandon his adopted "Grandpa" |
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| Brandon's adopted family for the past 4 months |
Today at 2 pm Brandon reported to the Missionary Training Center (MTC) in Provo, Utah. He and a "Host" Missionary unloaded his luggage and boxed-up bicycle. We hugged and said goodbye and in less than 2 minutes he was off with a smile!
Finally, he is doing what he has waited for years to do. He has "grown a foot or two" and is now "ready to teach, and preach, and work as missionaries do."
We love you Elder!
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