Sunday, April 29, 2012
A Wonderful Sabbath Day
It has been a wonderful Sabbath day. Britten didn't have quite the same energy as Saturday, but still had a very good day. In the morning an Elder from the church stopped by and asked if we would like to take the sacrament. Britt said, "Oh, I would love to! It has been 6 or 7 weeks since I have taken the sacrament." As Steven knelted and helped bless the sacrament, the spirit filled the room. As tears filled mine and Stevens eyes, the prayer had a deeper sense of meaning. A sincere love for our Savior Jesus Christ, filled our entire being. Afterwards, Britten said, "Dad, you did a beautiful job. Thank you." The rest of the day was enjoyed being together as a family. Seeing our boys laugh and joking around with each other was a pure delight! Britten has enjoyed getting to know his niece, Taylee. When it was time for the kids to head home, Britt told them all goodbye, but said that he was going to keep Taylee with him. Taylee has won her uncles heart! After a good rest, he called a few friends. It was a joy to see his face light up, as he had so many things he wanted to tell them. Britt still struggles with some words. He knows what he wants to say, but has a hard time getting it out. We know with speech therapy and time, that it will come easier for him. It is wonderful reading letters, emails and comments on the blog to him, as we see his face light up. He will say, "Wow, that is so cool that people will say that to me!". Elder Schenk marvels that he has so many friends and that they care about him and his recovery. We appreciate each and every one of you and the overwhelming support that we feel. We are grateful for a beautiful Sabbath Day, and pray that all of us will have a wonderful week! Sending our love, The Schenks
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Hearing such good news so often is amazing. Hey Schenks, I got an email last week from Elder Elvis with some messages he wanted me to pass on to Elder Schenk when I had the opportunity....
ReplyDeleteI love you guys and continue to pray for you!!!!! Elder Schenk is a great man, and I honestly feel blessed that I had the opportunity to work with and learn from him at the end of my time on the mission!
Its so great to hear all the amazing progress that Britten is making. Keep pushing forward!! I love the Schenk family and you will continue to be in my thoughts and prayers :)
ReplyDeleteI am so happy this weekend has been a good one. We are praying that his progress will be steady.
ReplyDeleteI love to come here everyday and I feel so good after that! Every night my feelings are stronger than before and I know Our Heavenly Father is in the control! Thanks for update all your feeling, it helps us to improve our testimony about this wonderful gospel. Good Job Britten! You are the best man! Keep going... persevere! Have a great week! You and your family are in my daily prayers.
ReplyDeleteBritten, I am SO Happy for you! Your life and recovery are truly miracles! I'm sure you realize this! We love you and your dear family!
ReplyDeleteDear Schenks,
ReplyDeleteOh how I love you all!! It sounds like your whole family had a much needed less stressful day. I'm so glad Britten was able to call some friends!! Britten, I'm sure you made their day as you made ours when we could hear you talking to Grandma the other morning. Sure hope you are sleeping better now that you can have more than ice chips! I am so grateful as we all are for the little miracles and tender mercies of our Heavenly Father daily. These trials are truly like the refiner's fire and while that knowledge doesn't necessarily make it any easier, it gives us the courage to push through and endure to the end. I sure hope you all are getting some much needed rest!! Love you all!!
Beckah
Wonderful news. Keep up the great work Britten. We love you and are so amazed at the example that you are. You are truly a decisple of Jesus Christ. Our testimonies are stronger because of your trial and faith, and the faith that we have in our Father in Heaven and his son Jesus Christ. Thanks for your love.
ReplyDeleteKarla and Steven, thank you also for your faith and teaching us how to trust in the Lord. We love you so much.
Keep smiling as we all are!!
Love, David, Mary and the kids..
i keep often reading his updates, and i am grateful for the blessings that was over pour him.
ReplyDeleteIt's really a miracle. I am thankful god for it.
we all know how sweetheart and good person britt is.
We are going to win this battle.
love you all
Funny, Elder Schenk, how your mission continues as you teach us each day of faith, prayer, perserverance, positive attitude, hope, etc. Thank you for maintaining this blog. You inspire so many.
ReplyDeleteIt is so wonderful to check you blog every day and see the great progress that Britten is making. All of you are amazing and it is such a testimony to me to see your faith and strength as you endure this trial. Our prayers are with all of you! Britten is an amazing young man! An elect and valiant spirit!
ReplyDeleteMy girls asked me today after school how "the missionary" was doing and so we looked up your blog again today and we're SOOO excited that he's started having good days again! My 6 year old said she was glad that she feels like Heavenly Father answered her prayers to help make him feel better.
ReplyDeleteWhat a sweet blessing for your family!
~The Allred Family in San Antonio, TX
I was just curious, has our brave Elder made it home? I was only recently made aware of the blog, and haven't found anything about traveling back to the states. I'm grateful for his progress =D My thoughts and prayers are with you guys
ReplyDeleteElder we are all very proud of you. Thank You!
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