CELEBRATING DIVERSITY

This last week has been an interesting one.  A lot has happened but not much that would be appropriate to talk about at this time – if ever.  Last night we attended a ward activity.  It was a celebration of our ward’s cultural diversity.  Members from many of the countries found in our ward set up tables in the cultural hall and served food from their homeland.  Our ward meetings are conducted in English and its members comprised of all those in the Frankfurt area that do not speak German.  In addition to the various countries here in Europe, we have members from the U.S., Australia, Argentina and Africa.  Also in attendance last night were some Afghans from a refugee camp that some of the sister missionaries have been helping.

In previous blog entries we have mentioned that Eileen is playing the piano in primary each week. Today we have the annual primary program in our church meeting where all the children in the ward participate.  Based on their age and ability each child is given a small part and opportunity to speak.  Listening to the children sing and speak is a wonderful experience and a reminder of our grandchildren at home who we miss very much.

Missionary Display

Spain

Italy

France

Portugal

Burkina Faso

Germany

Afghanistan

United States of America

England

A visit from the Queen