Thursday, April 5, 2012

A Great Day

We can't hold back the tears. Tears of joy, they are! Steven had the opportunity of being the temple escort for one of Elder Schenk's very good friends who has his own mission call, and leaves soon. The Sao Paulo temple is beautiful and it was a privilege to be there in Elder Schenk's stead. Britten responded to doctors, nurses, Mom and Dad! He answered yes or no questions by nodding his head and giving thumbs-up! He sat up in a chair next to his Mother for 3 hours. Light fevers still persist, but yesterday's cultures still look good. Miracles occur today! We know, and so do most of the hospital staff in his unit. There is no denying the Hand of The Lord in the events of the past 20 days! We continue to be grateful to all of you for your prayers and support. We still have a long way to go. With our Heavenly Father and our Savior Jesus Christ, all things are possible.
Posted by at 7:45 PM

27 comments:

  1. LeslieApril 5, 2012 at 7:53 PM

    Wow! That's so exciting to hear! How could anyone not believe in miracles! Love you so much! Stacy & Leslie

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  2. Yvett SchenkApril 5, 2012 at 7:55 PM

    YEAH!!!! This is Fabulous news:) When I saw the title today i could not read it fast enough! All these wonderful miracles are not only touching our family but so many. You are all such great examples to all of us. It truly is amazing to see our Heavenly Fathers hand in our lives! Give everyone a squeeze from us!

    Love you all
    Faith and Prayers
    Michael Yvett and Family

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  3. aclarkApril 5, 2012 at 8:47 PM

    We can't hold back tears of joy either! I'm sure it was an incredible experience to be in the temple, even if you don't understand Portuguese. The gospel is the universal language we all understand! I hope you can feel our love!

    Ashley and Ryan

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  4. MelanieApril 5, 2012 at 9:05 PM

    Sounds like a fabulous day all around! So glad you got to spend time at the temple with Britten's good friend prior to his mission! What a blessing for him and for you! It is so exciting to hear about Britten's positive day. Giant steps of improvement! We love you all and pray for those improvements every night and day - small or large! Take care of yourselves. May God continue to be with you and bless you.
    Love,
    Melanie

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  5. UnknownApril 5, 2012 at 9:16 PM

    What wonderful, wonderful news! Thumbs up for Britten! And what a joy to be in the temple with Britten's friend. If he is half the missionary Britten has been, he will do well! I ran into Steven's parents today and had a nice talk with them. We struggled to hold back our tears as we talked of all of you and our love and prayers in your behalf. It just seemed so great to hug someone from the family! You are very blessed to have each other and we are so blessed to know all of you. Keep the faith. We love you....Jane

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  6. YvetteApril 5, 2012 at 9:20 PM

    Maravilloso!!! Great way to lift our spirit!! Thank you for letting us enjoy this miracle with you guys!
    Love,
    The Rasmussen's 2

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  7. Matt & KatieApril 5, 2012 at 9:20 PM

    INCREDIBLE!! WAY TO GO BRITTEN! We can hardly type with the tears pouring out of our eyes. What an incredible day all around. We appreciate the updates so much. We look forward to 9:00 when a new post pops ups. You are in our constant prayers and never leave our thoughts. We love you all so much! Matt & Katie

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  8. MelanieApril 5, 2012 at 9:30 PM

    This is SUCH WONDERFUL news! We continue to pray for you Britten! You are an amazing example to so many people. So happy to hear of these wonderful miracles of today. Can't wait to read tomorrows blog of even more miracles. Thank you SO much Steven, and Karla for continually sharing your testimonies with us! Our testimonies are strengthened every day we read this blog. You are such strong examples. Thank you for all you are doing.

    Love,
    Kevin, Melanie and Grayson Cornett

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  9. JennApril 5, 2012 at 9:38 PM

    We don't know you or your sweet elder- but saw the story on the news and have been following Britten's progress. We're praying for you, and cheering for your progress. Thanks for sharing your experiences and your optimism with all of us. Hugs...

    The Gale Family

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  10. K.E. OgdenApril 5, 2012 at 10:08 PM

    I AM SO HAPPY!!!!!!! This is one more confirmation to me that prayer and fasting have true power! You are all in my prayers, always.

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  11. Nadine Leissring KelseyApril 5, 2012 at 11:10 PM

    What wonderful news! I do not know Britten, but I know he is a caring, loving child of God. He has wonderful parents that are strong in the Faith. Steven and Karla, I have always looked up to you for the caring, loving people you are. You have been wonderful examples to all you come in contact with.---Nadine Leissring Kelsey

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  12. Alyssa BradyApril 6, 2012 at 12:37 AM

    I am so grateful! I having been praying so hard For all of you and will continue. Thank you for sharing your miracles and your faith! I love you guys.

    Alyssa Brady

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  13. C.S.HApril 6, 2012 at 5:56 AM

    So wonderful to hear... A beautiful miracle from Heavenly Father. I'm praying for you all still and I hope that today is even better! Take care and keep believing! This is only the beginning.

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  14. onlymehereApril 6, 2012 at 7:08 AM

    This is fantastic news! So many prayers are being answered on a daily basis for your family. This post moved me to tears, tears of joy! May God continue to bless you all.

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  15. SusanApril 6, 2012 at 7:14 AM

    Hooray!
    The Probsts

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  16. MailiApril 6, 2012 at 7:33 AM

    I can't hold back the tears, either. So grateful that Heavenly Father is blessing you and Britten and all of us so much! You are still in our thoughts and prayers. Thanks for keeping us posted! Love you! Maili

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  17. pottosonApril 6, 2012 at 7:56 AM

    I too. like others who are commenting on the blog don't know you personally, but reading every day I feel like I do. I too had tears of joy. Karla, when you said the nurses experienced this miracle I thought. Elder Britten's mission is continuing. They are seeing modern day miracles occuring that will help them know of Christ and some day accept the gospel. Eler Neil Anderson in conference this past Sunday said "Miracles are not alway's immediate". Believe in him in season's of difficulties , and all will be made right".What a priveledge you and your husband have of going through the Temple for Britten's Son. This time in your lives will alway's be a testimony building moment for you, your family and everyone who knows about Britten. Thank you for sharing this miracle. It strengthens my testimony! Patti SLC.

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  18. Robin CooperApril 6, 2012 at 8:06 AM

    That is great news, and we are crying tears of joy and gratitude. We have been so concerned for your son. We will continue to pray for a full recovery. Mike and Robin Cooper Family

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  19. Daniel on a Mission!April 6, 2012 at 8:11 AM

    I have followed this blog everyday, grateful for the many blessings that are being poured out upon your family. It has strengthen my testimony more then you will ever know. Thank-you for sharing such a personal story with so many people. Elder Schenk is still on the Lord's errand and effecting so many people's lives. May the Lord continue to watch over all of you!
    Marcy Hansen

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  20. DavidApril 6, 2012 at 8:43 AM

    Oh how wonderful. Our Father in Heaven is pouring out his blessings upon you and many others that are following the progress of Britten. Our family loves you guys so much and we are so grateful to be so blessed to be part of your family. Karla, Steven and Britten, know that there are many people that are praying for each of you, that Britten will recover and that you and Steven will continue to have the spirit with you. You are truely great examples of trusting in a loving Father in Heaven. Keep care of yourselves.
    Keep smiling, as we all are.
    All our love, David, Mary and the kids

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  21. LONE CACTUSApril 6, 2012 at 9:21 AM

    Awesome! I have been following the updates daily and this is such great news. Your testimony and faith during this experience have been a blessing in my life. Much Love, Penny

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  22. whocindyluApril 6, 2012 at 10:00 AM

    As we approach the Easter holiday, I find myself think about & loving my Savior oh so very much. I have felt his love first hand in a very real experience. Your family will forever be changed because you are watching a great miracle just for you. I am grateful to once again secure my faith in my Savior Jesus Christ. Don't forget to keep a journal and have everyone who is there write in it.<3

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  23. Chris and HayApril 6, 2012 at 10:54 AM

    We're so glad to hear that he is doing so well! You all continue to be in our prayers and we love your positive attitude and testimony.

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  24. Cari SorensenApril 6, 2012 at 2:23 PM

    So glad that you are seeing miracles there. It's amazing the blessings that we have through this wonderful gospel. That is so awesome that you got to go to the temple and that he is responding positive!! So excited to hear of the many more miracles coming your way. Make sure Britten knows his Aunt Kathie's family is ALL praying and thinking of him often! Love you guys so much! - Cari

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  25. Tom & Sheri CondieApril 6, 2012 at 4:40 PM

    Cheers and tears of joy from the Condies! Keep up the good work Britten! We love all of you.
    Tom, Sheri, and Family

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  26. Heather & JoshApril 6, 2012 at 5:39 PM

    So happy to hear. We love you all. Keep up the good work Britten! Love, Heather

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  27. Barbi MechamApril 7, 2012 at 11:44 AM

    What a wonderful day -- much deserved for all of you!!

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