Nancy

Went to see Nancy with the Ockeys on Friday night. She was so sweet. She has been a member for several years. When she moved to this island 6 years ago she looked for the church (but it was not here, of course). She went back to Haiti and someone convinced her that it would be ok to go to another church until she could find our church. So for several years she has gone to a local christian church. She sings in the choir and is involved in all their activities. We had a nice conversation about the church and talked about the Book of Mormon. She said she “likes” the Book of Mormon, but she has two problems with the church. She does not understand why we don’t “sing and dance to the Lord” like the other churches. From the time they are little they learn in school and at home to worship with song, dance, clapping, and moving. Our church is a lot more reverent. So I have been looking for talks and/or lessons that would help explain why our church is different. The other issue is life after death. She does not understand about temple work and the possibility of salvation because of work done here on earth. She speaks fairly good English but it is very difficult to communicate. It was funny because even as she was telling me this she said she had a friend that wanted to learn more about the church. I suggested she take the lessons again with him so she could refresh her memory. I am very grateful that she is willing to let me come and talk to her. She is an amazing person...... Several times she was close to death and was saved. I told her I thought it was because she has an important calling on this earth. I think if she will return to church, she will be a huge boost to our little branch. She came to church and so many people knew and loved her. I think she felt welcome..... but still tied to her other church.