Christie read and prayed about the Book of Mormon, received a witness from the Holy Ghost that it was true, and is now the newest member of the Durham 3rd Young Single Adults Ward! Christie asked Elder Milovich, my companion who originally talked to her about the Church, to baptize her. I have been really excited for him ever since we started teaching Christie.
Her path from UNC’s ‘Pit’ to the baptismal font has shown us what kind of person she is and the depth of her spirituality. I still am amazed that she called us back after talking with Elder Milovich and reading a pamphlet on the Restoration. I’m not trying to sound glum, but no one calls us back! If they ever do, it’s because they usually want to Bible bash. We met with her with a member, Ryan, who really helped her see that Mormons aren’t weird.
Anyone who reads and prays about the Book of Mormon with a sincere heart, real intent and faith in Christ will receive the same sweet, indescribable answer Christie received. My mission has taught me that many times. I think other than her spiritual witness and reception of that witness, the key to what enabled Christie to choose to be baptized was the involvement of members.
Christie was welcomed into the Ward by everyone, but the examples of a few young ladies really helped her in this huge step in her life. Cayce and Maria, who joined the Church this year, were, I believe, literally instruments in the Hands of God.
So often people see missionaries and run! But when real life people-students (with religions of their own and families who often oppose the decision) receive a witness and act on it, a miracle has occurred. When non-members see these people make these courageous and probably pretty scary decisions, it gives them strength to believe that they, too, can act on the answer they’ve received. Christie’s conversion was a perfect example of how I believe the Lord wants missionary work to be done, with missionaries and members working together.
Her baptism on Friday, November 21st was wonderful! Cayce spoke on Baptism, Maria on the Holy Ghost. The relief Society room was full of members and friends. Christie spoke for a little bit on her further conversion to Jesus Christ. She said that this step just felt right, like when she first made the decision to come unto Christ in High School. Christie also asked me to confirm the Gift of The Holy Ghost upon her in Sacrament Meeting.
Thank you all for your letters, love and prayers!
Elder Walters
Her path from UNC’s ‘Pit’ to the baptismal font has shown us what kind of person she is and the depth of her spirituality. I still am amazed that she called us back after talking with Elder Milovich and reading a pamphlet on the Restoration. I’m not trying to sound glum, but no one calls us back! If they ever do, it’s because they usually want to Bible bash. We met with her with a member, Ryan, who really helped her see that Mormons aren’t weird.
Anyone who reads and prays about the Book of Mormon with a sincere heart, real intent and faith in Christ will receive the same sweet, indescribable answer Christie received. My mission has taught me that many times. I think other than her spiritual witness and reception of that witness, the key to what enabled Christie to choose to be baptized was the involvement of members.
Christie was welcomed into the Ward by everyone, but the examples of a few young ladies really helped her in this huge step in her life. Cayce and Maria, who joined the Church this year, were, I believe, literally instruments in the Hands of God.
So often people see missionaries and run! But when real life people-students (with religions of their own and families who often oppose the decision) receive a witness and act on it, a miracle has occurred. When non-members see these people make these courageous and probably pretty scary decisions, it gives them strength to believe that they, too, can act on the answer they’ve received. Christie’s conversion was a perfect example of how I believe the Lord wants missionary work to be done, with missionaries and members working together.
Her baptism on Friday, November 21st was wonderful! Cayce spoke on Baptism, Maria on the Holy Ghost. The relief Society room was full of members and friends. Christie spoke for a little bit on her further conversion to Jesus Christ. She said that this step just felt right, like when she first made the decision to come unto Christ in High School. Christie also asked me to confirm the Gift of The Holy Ghost upon her in Sacrament Meeting.
Thank you all for your letters, love and prayers!
Elder Walters
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