Bible Study with Pops and Uncle Brad

One of the best parts of the trip to D.C. (and the whole purpose of going) was to see Taylor's mission and meet some of the people we'd heard all about over the last 2 years.

Eyes lit up the moment 'Elder Bell' walked in the room.....they were so elated to see him again.

We got to attend one of the weekly "Bible Study" meetings with Pops and Uncle Brad. I was so touched by these two men.......

Every week since becoming members of the church they hold this group at the church. They provide a meal which Uncle Brad personally prepares....purchases, preps and serves...to all the members who attend. It wasn't a spectacular meal, but the thing that touched me was that it was a huge sacrifice on their part. The amount of love and time and preparation that goes into it on a weekly basis was so evident. Although I don't know how much bible studying actually gets done, the spirit was so strong as we were able to experience the bond between the members. they were family to each other. they sacrificed for each other. They genuinely cared about the spiritual, physical, mental and emotional well being of each other. The missionaries attend and usually provide a message and invite any investigators to come as well. It was so great to be there and I won't forget the feelings of acceptance and love that I felt there. Such an amazing group of people.

Pops and I were separated at birth :)

Such a neat experience, thanks for letting me be apart of it Tay! Not that I didn't know before what an incredible missionary you were/are....but see the way those people looked to you and loved you....there is no doubt in my mind the amount of good you have done in their lives. They will never forget their 'Elder Bell'