Hi. Or should I say G'day.
Haha that was really lame.
My name is Elder
Striplin and I'm from Brisbane, Australia. I haven't found the time to write on
this blog yet but I'm so happy and glad to be able to write now.
I guess I'll write about how I got here to Nauvoo, serving
as a Young Performing Missionary. Last year I finished a production of the
musical HAIRPSRAY in early July. After this production the director offered me
to play a role in the musical ALL SHOOK UP in November of 2013. I accepted.
Shortly after our Prophet announced that young men may now serve a mission from
the age of 18. Having just turned 18 and already signed a contract for this
show I felt tied down and not knowing what I was going to do. My mum (it's
spelt with a U in Australia) heard about the unique calling of a Young Performing
Missionary and it sparked my interest. So I made an audition video and filled
out the application and sent it off. As soon as I sent it there was no doubt in
my heart that is where I wanted to be for the summer (well winter). It was the
perfect opportunuity to serve my Heavenly Father until I was available to put
my papers in for my proselyting mission.
After emails, skype calls and an absolutely wonderful trip
to Utah I was extended the call to serve as a Young Performing Missionary in
Nauvoo, Illinois. I've never been more excited/nervous for an experience to
happen in my life. But needless to say I have absolutely LOVED every second of
my time here in Nauvoo. I've grown tremendously in spirit and in knowledge.
I've never felt as close to the Lord as I do now since I've been here. I know
that I am here for a reason and there is no other place in the world I would
rather be than serving here in Nauvoo. I love Nauvoo, it's now my home away
from home.
I'm so grateful for Nauvoo and the beautiful spirit it
contains. I can testify that this sacred city can change people. It has changed
me and I love it.
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