Book of Mormon Classes

I had been subbing the Book of Mormon class at church for Kristine Thiess for a few weeks before Christmas, but over the Christmas break, President Day asked me if I would be willing to take over teaching the class for her.  This should have come as a big shock, but I had been sensing that something was concerning because I had subbed for her most of December.  She deserved the break - she's been teaching this class since I moved there and before - a total of 17 years.  That's an extremely long time to have a calling. 

Today was my first day of teaching (facilitating) the class.  For over a week I have been studying and preparing for this day.  I am so nervous.  Kristine is a legend...everyone loves how she teaches the class, and that can be very intimidating. 

I am so grateful for the kind people that attends the class.  They made it better.  The best part was studying and preparing for the lesson.  I learned I can really learn the scriptures on a deeper level and remember where I learned special passages.  The second best part for me was getting them to participate.  I love the gospel.  I love sharing it with everyone.  I love how it changed my life.  I love these classes.