We had a Bishopric change in our ward on Sunday. The ward was told a week beforehand that there would be a change and I have mixed feelings about that. I did not like hearing the speculation and "the talk" during the week, but on the other hand, I loved praying for the Bishop that was going to be released along with the new, unknown Bishop and his wife. There was a beautiful spirit in the meeting, in part because of a wonderful out-going Bishop who shared his testimony, his love for the members of the ward, and his support for the new Bishop. My thoughts have been with the newly called Bishop and the magnitude of his role. In a talk by Dallin Oaks titled, "Bishop, Help!" we read:
Thank heaven for faithful and inspired bishops and
branch presidents and their counselors!
I marvel at the work of our bishops and branch presidents.
We praise and honor these worthy shepherds of the flock, judges in Israel, leaders and teachers of the people, men who love and are loved by those whom they serve as undershepherds of the Lord Jesus Christ. God bless these good men! And God bless their faithful wives, whose loyalty and support make their service possible.
The burden is a heavy one that cannot be fulfilled without
the supportive efforts of ward officers and members.
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