"Called to Serve--Sister Sloan"

On Wednesday, September 7th, 2011 Allison received her long awaited white envelope in the mail.  She happened to be off that morning and was the only one at home when she heard a loud 'plop' through the mailbox.  She rushed over to find what she had been waiting for. Again it was that glorious, white envelope, laying there on the landing.  Unfortunately, she was working the afternoon/evening shift and so she had to wait until 9:30pm when she rushed home to greet family members eagerly awaiting.  The call was finally revealed as Allison nervously tore open the envelope and began to read out her destination:  Temple Square, Salt Lake City, Utah Mission.  Wow.  She doesn't get to go to Europe, but Europe will come to her.  She is thrilled and so excited to serve the Lord and make a difference in many, many people's lives.  Hoorah for Zion Ally!!!

A New Elder Amongst Us

On Tuesday August 30th, 2011 Tee-Jay Javillo received his mission call in the mail. His parents opened it right away with the promise that they would not tell him where he was called to serve. Tee-Jay had previously committed to open his call at the Sloans home and with his FHE family. So, an emergency FHE was called and everyone gathered together on Wednesday the 31st at 9:00pm. As we waited for the delinquent Romney the anticipation and excitement grew amongst all in attendance. Finally the big moment arrived and Tee-Jay revealed the call... to the Philippines. How exciting! We were all thrilled. Elder Javillo reports to the MTC on January 11, 2012. What a blessing it will be to return to his homeland and teach his people. Congratulations! We are all so happy for you. Time to brush up on your Tagalog.