I walked into the office and was greeted by 2 gray haired gentlemen enthusiastically. Sitting down across from them I could not help but think that my whole life was spread out before them for the viewing. In the back of my mind I kept saying to myself, "I'm not the one!" over and over.
I could not help but wonder at the questions that might be asked. My main fear was that they would ask if I was some how confused and wasn't I supposed to be at the church down the street!
I soon learned that they were well versed on who I was and what my calling is. They asked about our strong spots and our weak spots throughout the stake. They had a genuine concern for the YM programs and how they were doing. So much so that they handed me a print out from SLC that gave the current stats for YM being appropriatly advanced in the priesthood.(the stake clerk said it did not come from him so they must have planned it.) I was left with the firm impression that they appreciated what I did and that I had more work to do!
What a relief it was when I walked out the door! I knew I wouldn't be getting a call that afternoon, I still had more to do with the YM.
What an experience, to sit down with 2 GA's, quite intimidating if I may say so.
Oh, and I did get 2 out 3 correct. I named my bishop and the bishop from Selma to be in the new presidency and they are. Sometimes I actually am a little inspired.
Sunday, November 13, 2005
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WOW!
that sounds like quite an experience. but i would expect nothing less from you. well done.
I don't know from others experience, but I think few things in life would make you look inward more.
Nothing quit sobers you up like knowing 3 weeks ahead of time that you have an appointment with them!
Three weeks ahead! that is waaay too long. Too much time to worry and wonder and panic.
Pretty great to be on the interview list though!
President,...er..I mean, Brother Fortner, for a moment I thought you were meeting with two CIA agents about some sinister plot to blow up the food belt of California. I've never had that experience, but our Stake President (Pres. Mckee) shared his.
He said a man on the High Council was interviewed by Elder Packer. When he came out he asked Pres. Mckee if Elder Packer had asked him if he swore. Pres. McKee said he had not been asked that question. The man said that was the first thing he had been asked. Pres. McKee asked how he had answered. The man admitted that he did swear frequently. Pres. M. asked him what Elder Packer's response was. The man answered, "STOP! NOW!!"
There's nothing quite like a presidency change, is there? My two experiences have been similar, but no stats to talk about. I think the brethren pretty much have the whole group of interviewees scoped out before they sit down. Fun church, huh?
That is way cool Scott. I have to admit that at first I was trying to figure out who you were talking to. I thought that they were special agents investigating energy theft!
By the way are you going to drop any names?
Three weeks . . . that's just cruel.
Sorry I didn't even think about giving the names.
Elders Hilbig and Lawrence of the 70.
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