A pleasant Surprise

So, about 9:30 pm last night, our phone rings and it is a call from a sister in the Columbus Park Ward in the Boise South Stake, Sis. Diana Swanson. (A Ward is a congregation and a Stake is made up of several Wards) We have never met her before. Her call to us was a pleasant surprise. She and her husband asked Elder Hopkins for his home phone number. They wanted to call to say that he and his companion, Elder Nelson, had just eaten dinner at thier home and had some good news to to share.

She said that Elder Hopkins looked good and was happy. He offered a short message about our Savior Jesus Christ to thier family. She said he taught with a very sweet Spirit. She found it hard to believe he was a "greenie" (New Missionary).

During dinner, Elder Hopkins told the Swansons that he and Elder Nelson had taught a lesson to an middle-aged woman who had known about the Church for quite some time. The Elders were able to teach with the Spirit and through the prayers of many, she committed to Baptism this coming Saturday, August 22nd.

We were delighted to hear such great news and were very humbled that Elder Hopkins was able to be a part of this event. Hearing from another member, who also has a son on a mission right now, really warmed our heart. It was very meaningful that she thought to call us with this news!

Go Elders!