So finally, after 3 weeks of secret relief society meetings, I can finally announce that I have a new calling... Relief Society President!
I was given the calling 3 weeks ago, but because of General Conference, and our ward conference, they decided to wait to call my counselors and secretary, and to sustain us. Well, today it became official, making it okay for me to share the exciting/daunting/almost overwhelming news with you all.
I think the very hardest thing for me to do during those 3 weeks, was keep it quiet. I had so many thoughts going through my head, but I had to keep it quiet, continue in my previous calling, all while secretly learning the ropes of my new calling. It was quite a task.
I asked the Bishop to let me know when my counselors were called so I could contact them, and I cannot explain the relief I felt when I got off the phone with my Bishop Thursday night. To know these girls were excited to work with my and ready to be by my side lightened the heaviness felt by my secretiveness. Then today after we were sustained and set apart, that same heaviness was nearly gone. Having these girls with me is so important to the success of my calling.
The organization of this church is amazing to me. Never at any point do the leaders of any and all different auxiliaries have to feel alone. The Lord intends to run His church with organization and the best way to do that is to have presidencies, bishoprics, and groups of leaders. Being in this position helps me to understand just how important it is to have others there to support you. I truly believe all things have a purpose.
As I begin to work with the sisters in my ward, I know I will more fully understand the purpose of Relief Society. I am excited for this challenge, fully knowing it will be just that, but the simplest of blessings make it so worth it. So, bring on the challenge!
4 comments:
Although it was suppose to be kept secret, somehow everyone I talked to knew you were going to be called as the new president. I guess you're just a natural born leader! Good luck. I know you will do a great job.
I feel the challenge. I just got called as the Young Women President. It is so much fun and worth all the hard work. Congratulations!
Wow Rach! Congratulations - what a neat opportunity for you! You will do such a great job....you've always been such a good leader and are easily able to motivate everyone around you. I had that calling when I was a freshman in the dorms - it was one of the most memorable, stressful, wonderful, fun years of my life. Enjoy it! Love you! Channa
Congrats!You'll be an amazing president- Lucky girls!
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