After the testimony meeting at the mission president’s apartment, we visited the Montese Ward for a family home evening. What we didn’t know was that we were presenting the lesson. This was Logan’s favorite area and his favorite ward of the mission, and he baptized many people there.
The bishop asked us to speak to the 50 or so people assembled, so I started by telling the members that I am a convert, like many of them. I then told my conversion story of how, when I was in the military, felt my heart swell and burn within me when I pondered on the truthfulness of the Church. After that, Marla spoke of her conversion at the age of 12 after her sister was hit by a car and passed away from her injuries.

While Ethan spoke, Bishop Santiago leaned over and told me how mature his words and testimony were.

Instead of speaking, Makayla played “Canon in D” on the piano. Many came up afterwards to tell her how much they enjoyed her performance.

Corey spoke to them in Portuguese about his mission, and then Logan concluded with his testimony, telling the members that if they don’t remember him, then remember his testimony.

Afterwards, Bishop Santiago told me what a great work Logan had done in bringing the ward together. He said Logan was his great friend. Several of the members told me what a great missionary he was. At the transfers this morning, several of the missionaries told me the same thing, that Logan was a hard worker and a great missionary.

There was a great outpouring of love for our son, which is one of the greatest gifts a parent can receive.