Born to Serve

One of things I love the most about being LDS is the emphasis on service. I definitely feel that I was born to serve others and I have worked very hard to instill this value in my children. It is a good feeling when you’ve taught your kids to serve and then get to see them cheerfully do so on their own. Since I have been in the Young Women’s Presidency in my Ward, I have had many opportunities to plan and participate in service projects with my Young Women. They always amaze me with their willingness to do whatever is asked of them and they usually find a way to have fun while accomplishing their task. Their attitudes are so positive and after the service is complete, they talk about it for the next few weeks. They even post pictures on their myspace and facebook pages. Not only are they building their mansions in Heaven, but they are also building great friendships and memories that will last throughout their lives. Service projects are also a great way for the youth to fellowship their non-member friends. Taking a friend on a service project generally proves to be a great, non-threatening environment in which to meet other members and get comfortable around them. Service is such an important principle of the gospel. Our Savior is the perfect example of service and I happily try to follow in his footsteps.

Trish Rhodes, Jamestown Ward