Matt made it to Richmond, Virginia and we received a letter to day telling us he is serving in Staunton, VA. We looked it up on the internet and it looked like a great little place. It looks to be in the Shenandoah Valley.
Matt called us from the SLC airport on his way out on Wednesday and we had a nice talk.
He is very excited to serve his Heavenly Father and I can't wait to hear about his companion, the area and people, and the work.
Saturday, June 20, 2009
Sunday, April 5, 2009
Priesthood Session - General Conference
Last night I had the opportunity to go to the Priesthood Session of our Annual General Conference for the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints.
During that great session, I looked to the left of me and I had my 87 year old Father on my right side and my youngest son Nick, who just turned 16 on my left. I realized that I had received the priesthood, or the authority to act in God's name, from my Father many years ago. I also remembered that it was just last Sunday that I ordained Nick to the office of a Priest in the Aaronic Priesthood.
In a sense, there was much consolation in those thoughts and actions. The foundation of what I believe is centered around Jesus Christ and that He restored both His Church and His Priesthood on this earth for the benefit of mankind.
As I type this, I am reminded of the 5th Article of Faith produced by Joseph Smith, the Prophet of the Restoration, which states; "We believe that a man must be called of God by prophecy and by the laying on of hands by those who in authority to preach the gospel and administer in the ordinances thereof."
I take this very seriously and it means the world to me to be able to sit between those two last night and listen to the Prophets and Apostles on the earth today to listen to the things the Holy Ghost teaches me I should personally do. I just hope I can put into practice what I feel they are teaching to me and that I can teach my family the same.
During that great session, I looked to the left of me and I had my 87 year old Father on my right side and my youngest son Nick, who just turned 16 on my left. I realized that I had received the priesthood, or the authority to act in God's name, from my Father many years ago. I also remembered that it was just last Sunday that I ordained Nick to the office of a Priest in the Aaronic Priesthood.
In a sense, there was much consolation in those thoughts and actions. The foundation of what I believe is centered around Jesus Christ and that He restored both His Church and His Priesthood on this earth for the benefit of mankind.
As I type this, I am reminded of the 5th Article of Faith produced by Joseph Smith, the Prophet of the Restoration, which states; "We believe that a man must be called of God by prophecy and by the laying on of hands by those who in authority to preach the gospel and administer in the ordinances thereof."
I take this very seriously and it means the world to me to be able to sit between those two last night and listen to the Prophets and Apostles on the earth today to listen to the things the Holy Ghost teaches me I should personally do. I just hope I can put into practice what I feel they are teaching to me and that I can teach my family the same.
Tuesday, March 17, 2009
Still here and loving it
Well, I am still here doing the Blog thing. I expected I would be able to write on Sunday's since that is normally my lease busiest day, but it was quite busy so I didn't get to do so.
I have been working with the missionaries quite a bit lately. It has been great. We really enjoy them and their great spirit as they teach the gospel to friends and as they serve others.
I was able to speak in Sacrament meeting in the Meadows Ward on Sunday. It was a short talk and I ended up cutting a bit out, but I sure felt the Holy Ghost strong there. What a great Ward. The Young Women sang a beautiful song. What great voices.
A good friend, Bill Bouck passed away on Sunday. He was quite a guy. His wife, Valarie, is a very nice lady also. We did not know her as well as Bill. He will be sorely missed. He was in the middle of really enjoying his new life. His funeral is on Friday.
I have been working with the missionaries quite a bit lately. It has been great. We really enjoy them and their great spirit as they teach the gospel to friends and as they serve others.
I was able to speak in Sacrament meeting in the Meadows Ward on Sunday. It was a short talk and I ended up cutting a bit out, but I sure felt the Holy Ghost strong there. What a great Ward. The Young Women sang a beautiful song. What great voices.
A good friend, Bill Bouck passed away on Sunday. He was quite a guy. His wife, Valarie, is a very nice lady also. We did not know her as well as Bill. He will be sorely missed. He was in the middle of really enjoying his new life. His funeral is on Friday.
Sunday, March 8, 2009
Family Bliss
My son Matthew went to the Portland Oregon Temple yesterday and made a promise to give all he has to help Heavenly Father. It was a great day. Matt flew up from BYU over the weekend to be with the family. Jenny and her fiancee Matt White also flew up and were there with us. My Father and Mother were there along with other family and friends.
What a wonderful day.
Today was also a memorable day for me. I am asked to serve in many ways and I am hopeful I will always be available and listening when I am asked to serve.
I don't mind being this old. I am enjoying it, for the most part.
What a wonderful day.
Today was also a memorable day for me. I am asked to serve in many ways and I am hopeful I will always be available and listening when I am asked to serve.
I don't mind being this old. I am enjoying it, for the most part.
Sunday, March 1, 2009
Two days in a row
Yes, I am making this official. This is my second day to post.
I spoke for a bit over 10 minutes last night regarding using the internet as a form of sharing the gospel. I was grateful for the opportunity. I knew I could share information for two days in a row, but it is the future I worry about. I am working on a plan to possibly do this weekly on the sabbath, if not more often. We will see how it goes...
I do know that the world is full of wonderful people who are truly blessed. I looked around at the "397 people" who were in attendance at our Stake Conference last night and we are fortunate to have the gospel in our lives and to live in Vancouver, Washington and live a very good life. I also felt even a stronger desire to do a better job of sharing what I have been given.
I spoke for a bit over 10 minutes last night regarding using the internet as a form of sharing the gospel. I was grateful for the opportunity. I knew I could share information for two days in a row, but it is the future I worry about. I am working on a plan to possibly do this weekly on the sabbath, if not more often. We will see how it goes...
I do know that the world is full of wonderful people who are truly blessed. I looked around at the "397 people" who were in attendance at our Stake Conference last night and we are fortunate to have the gospel in our lives and to live in Vancouver, Washington and live a very good life. I also felt even a stronger desire to do a better job of sharing what I have been given.
Saturday, February 28, 2009
My Testimony of the Gospel
This is what I believe...
Testimony of
Bruce Randall
October 20, 2007
I have been asked to share my testimony of the gospel of Jesus Christ with you on paper. I didn’t realize it would be so hard for me to write what I so deeply feel.
I have been taught the teachings of the Savior all of my life. I have learned by listening to parents, teachers, speakers, friends, my wonderful wife, my children, and leaders. I have read the Bible, both the Old and New Testament numerous times, the Doctrine and Covenants, Pearl of Great Price, and Book of Mormon countless times and continue to read the scriptures each day. I have prayed daily most of my life. In the last 10 years of my life, I have learned to ponder more. I served a two-year mission for my church in Japan when I was a young 19 years old. For many years I have gone to the temple of God to learn more about His plan for all mankind, and most importantly, learned about His plan for me. At the time of this writing I am almost 50 years old now and from all this learning and doing I have come to the sure knowledge that my Redeemer lives and that he loves me.
My soul has been taught by the Holy Ghost that my Heavenly Father is my Spirit Father and that he cared enough about me to send me to this earth at this time, with the family that I am a part of. I have a sure testimony about the Atonement of Jesus Christ. I know personally that the Atonement has given me the opportunity to fully repent and return to the straight path back to my Father. I know that my true happiness is solely dependent on my ability to follow the promptings of the Holy Ghost and that I need to repent, and change often, in order to keep the Holy Ghost in my life. Being obedient to His commandments helps me have the Holy Ghost which I so sincerely desire.
I have learned for myself that the Prophet Joseph Smith did see God the Father and His Son, Jesus Christ. This experience has brought much peace to me. I know that through Joseph Smith, the Church of Jesus Christ was restored upon the earth, along with the authority to act in His name through His Priesthood.
The life and teachings of our prophet today, President Gordon B. Hinckley, teach me what I need to be. I have changed my life considerably because of what he has brought to light. I know I have a long way to go, but I know I can get there.
This life of striving to follow the gospel of Jesus Christ is not always an easy one, but I know it is the right kind of life to live. I know that the Priesthood I hold is sacred and powerful and can only be used for righteousness, in a righteous way, when I am worthy to do so. Each day, I strive to do better, and for this desire which is based on hope through faith in Jesus Christ, I am truly thankful to my Father in Heaven.
Testimony of
Bruce Randall
October 20, 2007
I have been asked to share my testimony of the gospel of Jesus Christ with you on paper. I didn’t realize it would be so hard for me to write what I so deeply feel.
I have been taught the teachings of the Savior all of my life. I have learned by listening to parents, teachers, speakers, friends, my wonderful wife, my children, and leaders. I have read the Bible, both the Old and New Testament numerous times, the Doctrine and Covenants, Pearl of Great Price, and Book of Mormon countless times and continue to read the scriptures each day. I have prayed daily most of my life. In the last 10 years of my life, I have learned to ponder more. I served a two-year mission for my church in Japan when I was a young 19 years old. For many years I have gone to the temple of God to learn more about His plan for all mankind, and most importantly, learned about His plan for me. At the time of this writing I am almost 50 years old now and from all this learning and doing I have come to the sure knowledge that my Redeemer lives and that he loves me.
My soul has been taught by the Holy Ghost that my Heavenly Father is my Spirit Father and that he cared enough about me to send me to this earth at this time, with the family that I am a part of. I have a sure testimony about the Atonement of Jesus Christ. I know personally that the Atonement has given me the opportunity to fully repent and return to the straight path back to my Father. I know that my true happiness is solely dependent on my ability to follow the promptings of the Holy Ghost and that I need to repent, and change often, in order to keep the Holy Ghost in my life. Being obedient to His commandments helps me have the Holy Ghost which I so sincerely desire.
I have learned for myself that the Prophet Joseph Smith did see God the Father and His Son, Jesus Christ. This experience has brought much peace to me. I know that through Joseph Smith, the Church of Jesus Christ was restored upon the earth, along with the authority to act in His name through His Priesthood.
The life and teachings of our prophet today, President Gordon B. Hinckley, teach me what I need to be. I have changed my life considerably because of what he has brought to light. I know I have a long way to go, but I know I can get there.
This life of striving to follow the gospel of Jesus Christ is not always an easy one, but I know it is the right kind of life to live. I know that the Priesthood I hold is sacred and powerful and can only be used for righteousness, in a righteous way, when I am worthy to do so. Each day, I strive to do better, and for this desire which is based on hope through faith in Jesus Christ, I am truly thankful to my Father in Heaven.
This is my second attempt at creating an environment where I can share with people who I am and what I believe in.
To begin with, you should know who I am. I am Bruce Gilbert Randall, born in Portland, Oregon back in 1957. I went to David Douglas High School there. When I was 19 I served a 2 year mission for the LDS Church in Fukuoka Japan. That experience changed my life.
Since that time I went to Brigham Young University where I met my lovely wife, Laurie Chambers, who lived next door to me, and we married in May of 1980. We left there and went to Pocatello, Idaho where I finished my college degree at Idaho State University in Business and Management Organization.
We have five children. Lacey married Jeremy Mansius and we have a grandson named Cole, and Lacey is pregnant. Jenny is engaged to be married in May to Matthew White on May 9th. Jason married Cassie Smith last August. Matthew just got a mission call to serve in the Richmond, Virginia Mission starting May 13th. Nick is the only one home with us now.
I work in the computer software industry and have since I left college.
There will be more to come, I hope....
To begin with, you should know who I am. I am Bruce Gilbert Randall, born in Portland, Oregon back in 1957. I went to David Douglas High School there. When I was 19 I served a 2 year mission for the LDS Church in Fukuoka Japan. That experience changed my life.
Since that time I went to Brigham Young University where I met my lovely wife, Laurie Chambers, who lived next door to me, and we married in May of 1980. We left there and went to Pocatello, Idaho where I finished my college degree at Idaho State University in Business and Management Organization.
We have five children. Lacey married Jeremy Mansius and we have a grandson named Cole, and Lacey is pregnant. Jenny is engaged to be married in May to Matthew White on May 9th. Jason married Cassie Smith last August. Matthew just got a mission call to serve in the Richmond, Virginia Mission starting May 13th. Nick is the only one home with us now.
I work in the computer software industry and have since I left college.
There will be more to come, I hope....
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