Zac's first calling in church...

I remember when Zac first asked me what a "Calling" was, it's funny how we can use so many terms that sound funny to those not of our faith. So, with that...a "calling" is when you are delegated, or assigned to somebody or a group (women, men, young men's/women, children's primary) to assist where needed. Some find themselves as teachers others to activities, but in most cases everyone finds them self with a calling. We believe that with each calling their is purpose and reason on why we are called and we do the service that is needed without pay and sacrifice our time.
One calling is that of Elders Quorum Presidency - it consist of a President and two counselors. These men hold the Melchizedek priesthood (see Bible and Book of Mormon for reference) and preside over the elders (men that hold the priesthood) in the ward (congregation). Whoa...I'm getting tired just typing all of this. It's no wonder it took Zac over a year to decide to get baptized...you really do have lots to learn. :)
So...you wonder what calling Zac received....
Elders Quorum Secretary: This means he helps the presidency with whatever comes there way. The President usually picks someone that is well organized to be secretary...well you can image why when you have over 100 men etc.
When Zac was first given the calling, he was surprised, humbled, honored, and happy. He says, "it feels like the beginning of a spiritual journey".
When he told me, I thought he was teasing me, as I would not guess they would give someone, so new to the church, a calling that can hold some pretty big responsibilities. In fact I thought he was teasing, so I turned it back on him and said "oh well, you should call my parents" thinking he would come clean. Needless to say he was the on the phone telling them his exciting news and I was on the other side of the bed thinking, "oh my gosh...really...he isn't joking". My second thought was, "okay, I can see this...and I could not think of a better calling for him" He has all the natural abilities to do this calling and the Lord knows better than I. I might see less of my husband on certain nights but I know we will be blessed.
While my parents were in town not to long ago my mother said to Zac, "you've had a big year this year Zac" and Zac's response, "Yeah, I guess I have".
I still stand amazed, at all the miracles that have come to me, Zac, and our family.
So you wonder what's up next for this family...
Zac will be going through the Temple for the first time in December and then we are planning on being Sealed in the Temple sometime in the early part of January....keep your calendar's open.
:)