I have lived in northern Utah all of my life. I am grateful to be a Mormon and to know Jesus Christ is my Savior.
I am a father of 6 children. 2 boys and 4 girls. I work as a process engineer for an automotive supply company where we make safety products for cars. I have always liked to figure out how things work and fix things. I have grown up as an auto mechanic, welder and a machinist. I went back to school later in life because of other opportunities that pulled me away from school earlier. They were good opportunities and I do not regret the experience I gained. I was very grateful for the chance to go back to school and get the engineering degree I always wanted. I now have a very successful career. I also like doing things with my brothers and family. I have helped my brothers several times do re-enactments. In some of the re-enactments I have been a Preacher, Father of a bride, pale bearer, gold panner or what ever might be needed. Doing things with family is very important and very fun.
I was raised as a Mormon and I am grateful for that. I have often wondered if I would have listened to the missionaries. As I have went through life and experienced many ups and downs, that are normal to life, I have been oh so grateful that I have a firm founded belief in the Savior Jesus Christ. Knowing that he loves me and has paid the price for me so that I can recover from sin and the mistakes I have made gives me hope. Heavenly Father Loves each of us. Because of that love he sent his son Jesus Christ to earth to live, suffer, die and then be resurrected. Because of this we all, each one of us, can live again and have the opportunity to be with our Heavenly Father and our Savior Jesus Christ. I am a Mormon because The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints teaches the fullness of the Gospel of Jesus Christ. The Bible and the Book of Mormon are the word of God. Never forget that we are love by God.
I have found that one of the best ways to make a difference today is to live Gods teachings. I am not perfect by any means, but by trying to do what is right I can make a difference. I have spent many years as a scout leader and had the great opportunity to share what I have leaned with young men in hopes that they can be better than me and learn and understand the importance of God in our lives. I currently work as the ward mission leader and have the great opportunity to work with the full time missionaries to share the gospel with others. I know god lives and hope that others can see that by seeing how I live.
When asked about the authority to preform baptism and other ordinances I like to use the example of the Saviors baptism to show the importance of authority. When it was time for the Savior to be baptized he did not go to just any religious leader. He sought our John the Baptist. Why because he was called of God and had the authority to preform this sacred ordinance. We also have the opportunity to do the same. Because the priesthood authority has been restored to the earth through the Prophet Joseph Smith we can be baptized by one who has authority from Jesus Christ. I had the wonderful opportunity to baptize my six children when they reached eight years old. If asked where my authority came from I can show a direct line of authority back to Joseph Smith then Peter, James and John who received authority from Jesus Christ. It is such a great blessing to have Gods priesthood authority on the earth today. I thank god for it daily. Show more Show less
I am a Husband,Father, Chef, Referee, and I am currently attending On-line college. Beyond what I have done, as a Father, you become many, if not all charcteristics, i.e. Lawyer, Doctor, Salesman, Financial advisor, Accountant, and so on. We are all everything in the eyes of our FAMILY.
I have been a Mormon for over 20 years, after visioning the future of my life. I was baptized when I was 21 years old. I am here alive today because the Heavenly Father preserved my life for this cause. I was not a bad person, just a lost person. I was introduced to the Gospel by chance. I was playing Basketball in an alumni game when I was asked to play for a Church team, at first thought, I was apprehensive, but later took the challenge, I subsequently became a member, but the trials and roadblocks where not easy. Family members would try to persuade me that I was being brain-washed, and said it was not the right thing to do. I didn't have a Joseph Smith vision nor a deep feeling prompting, what I did have is the determination to really know if it was right for me. I had to find out for myself and none other, to know if it was right, through constant reading and more understanding of what Joseh Smith did and ultimately knowing I would have an opportunity for an eternal family, and othe very personal experiences, led me to know that this was correct. Heavenly Father is more loving than any person spiritually and mortal, he will always prepare a way for each of us to find his love and Gospel. Whatever situation we may be involved in and no matter the complexity of it, Heavenly Father will be able to help us as far as we wish him to. God Lives! Jesus Christ is the Savior of the world, as I see the beauty of his creation, I know he LOVES me and cares for me, and will be there when I pass through the vail to give me a loving hug and welcome me into his kingdom. This Gospel is true and connot be frustrated. This is my solomn testistomy, In the name of Jesus Christ.
I currently work specifically with the Young Men(First Counselor in the Young Mens Presidency), I was previously a Seminary teacher for the youth, I have been in many callings in the church, but I recognize these two because they are the closest to my heart. As a member, I have come to know that the youth is the strength for the future of our church. In my small community outside the church, I am proud to let other know of my faith and am willing at every chance to share with them my knowledge of the Gospel. I have always been a believer to not be "selfish", I have something that the Lord has blessed me of knowing, and I try really hard to make sure that my integrity is at the highest level. I also strive to seek for service opportunities, this is one key element that we can do for our neighbor. I was a coach for my son's baseball team, and through the entire year I was teaching 'Faith preceedes miracles", as we went on to win the championship game, the parents of the players would come up to me and say "Faith preceedes miracles", see, we had a team that no one would ever thought we could win but a few games, let alone a championship, but we did, and we did it based upon my "Faith" and determination and love for the boys and the faith of others who believed me. Finally, I support the church by being responsible for certain families each month, finding out the needs of those families and assisting them in any way I can. There is no greater call than to serve the members of the church and your community.