We had a grand week seeing Stephen off to the Missionary Training Center.
On Sunday, Elder Robinson gave a wonderful farewell talk at Sacrament meeting, "The Four Dimensions of Discipleship--Discipline, Faith, Meekness and Learning."
So many people came to hear his talk, to name just a few: Christian from across the country/Cambridge, Grandma Joyce from Utah, Brent/Debbie/Ben/Josh/Matt/Stephanie/Scott/Chari/Jake from Arizona, friends from his Single's Ward, three returned missionaries from the Carlsbad CA mission came back from out of state, the Martin clan from Corona, friends from BYU Idaho, friends from institute, Barbie and Barbara from former work (R&R), neighbors and family from all over!
It was very impressive to see Stephen's network of valiant and faithful friends. Thanks for the wonderful support. We had a get-together at our home afterwards. President Sterling Brennan set Stephen apart. Those attending gave Elder Robinson good advice and expressed their love and appreciation of Stephen.
On Sunday, Elder Robinson gave a wonderful farewell talk at Sacrament meeting, "The Four Dimensions of Discipleship--Discipline, Faith, Meekness and Learning."
So many people came to hear his talk, to name just a few: Christian from across the country/Cambridge, Grandma Joyce from Utah, Brent/Debbie/Ben/Josh/Matt/Stephanie/Scott/Chari/Jake from Arizona, friends from his Single's Ward, three returned missionaries from the Carlsbad CA mission came back from out of state, the Martin clan from Corona, friends from BYU Idaho, friends from institute, Barbie and Barbara from former work (R&R), neighbors and family from all over!
It was very impressive to see Stephen's network of valiant and faithful friends. Thanks for the wonderful support. We had a get-together at our home afterwards. President Sterling Brennan set Stephen apart. Those attending gave Elder Robinson good advice and expressed their love and appreciation of Stephen.
A beautiful cake from Paulette Tagaloa of our ward.
The Welcoming Committee for the family/friends gathering: Josh, Ryan and Ben.
Some of the many (60+) family and close friends who came to see Elder Stephen off.
"Barbecue Brent" brazes big burgers
The Martin clan from Corona. Andie looks forward to her departure later this summer for the Dallas TX Spanish speaking mission.
Two close friends: Taylor Rawlings and Stephen Robinson
Grandma Joyce helped soooo much!
Some of the Outhier/Robinson clan: Emily and Roy, Matt and Stephanie
More family and friends
Saying goodbyes...
Brotherly contemplation
Austin and Rachel share a minute on the back patio
Christian and Austin--who knows what's going on?
Stephen says goodbye to Ben and Josh
The Bike that Matt Built:Matt turns over the keys to the custom made bike that he had built for Stephen's 6'8" frame
Stephen's Missionary Construction is complete--now its off to drive 700 miles to Bountiful, UT
One last hug at the MTC
Saying our goodbyes: As Stephen told everyone, "See you soon in the Lord's time."
Elder Robinson next to the MTC plaque: "Where E'er Thou Art, Act Well Thy Part"
Our prayers go with Stephen.
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