Last Friday night Brother Jarem Bingham (from our new Bishopric) came by to visit with Jeff and I. I knew it was about me because Jeff was just called as the Ward Mission Leader. As I pondered what it might be I was nowhere prepared for what was about to come. I even was trying to figure out what organization the 1st Counselor was over. He first started out by saying that as a Bishopric they knew that Jeff has a demanding/important calling, but we feel that you need to serve in the Young Women as 1st Counselor (over the Mia Maids). I think my mouth dropped and I just about fell out of my chair. I knew I couldn't say no I am just not that person, although a HUGE part of me wanted to. Brother Bingham in a way I think was waiting for the rejection, but it never came and he was grateful. I have had a mixture of feelings over the past few days. I am feeling overwhelmed with what is to come. I am excited (for the amazing leaders and Young Women I get to work with), anxious (for the lessons I will have to teach), scared (about the activities I will have to plan), and nervous (about the time this calling will entail)! All of this is NEW to me, I have never served with the youth before. I remember a couple of years ago feeling the exact same way when I was called to serve as 1st Counselor in the Primary Presidency. I didn't know those I was going to serve with but got to know them and have new friendships because of it. I had many of the same feelings I am having now but got through it and was sad when I was released. So my hope is that I will figure things out quickly and be able to serve these Young Women and find "Joy in the Journey".
So if my posts are even fewer and further between you will know why! :)
3 comments:
How exciting! Casey, you will do great! The girls will love you. From the perspective of the young women (not too long ago, I was there) help them take control and plan their own activities. It will help you out and it will teach them how to serve in the church. It won't be long until they are the young women leaders.
This post sounds like it was written by me 2 years ago! I so know how you feel & will ALWAYS be here for anything you might need.
Good luck! You're gonna love it.
You will be fabulous and will find a certain peace and contentment in being able to work with the youth. They need you and your wonderful example - NEVER forget YOUR Individual Worth! Love you much!
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