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Show Page 28 - Mount Timpanogos Temple Special Edition A rden 's Temple Respect to our Temple low can one as young as he know how sacred it's meant to be? Yet, he does. mountain structure tall, erect; home more glorious than Farthlv kings' castles; place which strengthens my soul, Ah, mv temple, my temple! A A A songs he sings each day and his speech betray, his ongoing desire to go to "his Mt. Timpanogos Temple." 1 Temple. Melinda Rigby After prayers are said and he's tucked in bed, I hear a voice call, "I need to see my Mt. Timpanogos Temple on the wall before I sleep." I Melinda Rigby is IS years old ami a recent graduate of American Fork High School. She was in the National Honor Society and Performing Dance Company during her senior year. She flans to attend Snow College in September and will major in elementary education or early childhood education. She has been writing poetry since the age of fifteen. MaryAnn Shelley About the author: school this year. She is involved in the seminary program and serves as Laurel President in her 'ward. She said it has been a great opportunity for her to watch the construction of the temple in such close proximity to her home. f ) v 'i and the turmoil and wicked worldly trends. At times we feel bewildered, so hopeless with despair. And ponder can we help some- The sadness own lighthouse and know mv - Leila Barnes About the author: Leila Barnes was born in Seattle, but has lived nearly half of her life in Utah or Utah County. She is the mother of 7 children. (Arden is the 6th.) She hnvs drawing and has written some poetry in her high school years. with happiness and hurt. To try and understand it, can sometimes make it worse. You look around and wonder, how will it really end. When faced with life, its trials and tears, that batter like the surf, I turn toward a tow'ring spire that shines a piercing white, And helps me battle pain and sin to reach mv highest -- nt -- Life is such a challenge, focused on, its golden glow will lead him through the storm, To reach a place of peace and joy where fear and doubt dissolve, And where the lighthouse keeper waits to welcome him back home, To fold him in his arms and say, "You've braved this and have won." Keeper's there. and was born in St. George on August 16, 1985. She is'resi-deof Lehi where she has lived for 2 years.. She loves to icrite poetry and is very excited about the temple. She has four brothers and two Heaven on the Mount If MaryAnn Shelley has lived in American Fork all her life. She is 1 7 and will be a senior at American Fork High About the author: Leticia May Barnes is ten years old I ponder his words, nearly weep. Lighthouse When faced with dark, foreboding clouds and raging, angry winds, With waves that grow to mountains on a swirling, churning sea, A captain turns his groaning ship by instinct to The shore, and seeks the light that's been his guide so many times before. goal: To walk into my The Mount Timpanogos Temple is very special to me And as I see it each day, I think of it happily Leticia Barnes As About the author: My The Temple, such a I ioly place that I should wish to see So pure and white and beautiful That people express openly The feelings of joy within their heart And smile at the simple thought that they can do their part The Our community lis sacred the happy people That they began to sing Happv echos were the sound That was heard from all around one years here know our Father loves him dear? Yet, he does. This temple is jov, hope, Fullness. A blessing truly Here at my doorstep. Shall I ever thank Mv Father above, Who allowed look looked they And saw a glorious thing A Temple rising up And what joy did it bring I To all How can just three During the sun's foolish attempt To disguise light, and make This world seem dreary, hopeless, As watch crime scenes flash over evening news; Mv happiness onlv more strongly grows When I gaze upon the temple. A Temple said when how, but the answers just aren't there. We read and talk about it, and sometimes argue too. The subject's quite depressing, how do I find the truth. We search in many places, at home and far away. worldly possessions, and living for today. The good times of the party, the high and clouded head. Will only make it harder to let your soul be led. Seeking If you listen! very closely and open up your heart. Be humble and submissive you'll hear what Jesus says. Have charity and kindness, be loving and repent. Have faith in God our Father and you may learn his plan. To know your life has meaning will help you to move on. The Temple holds these answers from this life and bevond. Welcome to My Holy House come ye one and all. Meet new friends and shake the hands my call. with inside reverence, Step walk through these sacred halls. Gaze upon my wonders, of those who serve and feel my spirit call. I've opened up the doorway, that you may enter in. I am your path to follow, I've cleansed you from your sin. I love and care about you and want you to succeed. So ponder well this message, and set your conscience free. Today you've been to Heaven with angels in your midst. But this is just a visit, your true test still exists. Take my name upon you, be faithful and obey. Worthiness and virtue will help you find the way. Follow the commandments and pray each passing day. For guidance and direction, can help you not to stray. Be thankful for your blessings no matter big or small. gentle, pure and patient, focused and exact. To learn pure truth and knowlBe edge it's all within your grasp. You'll learn of your beginning and lineage long since past. And take part in the ordinances then make your sacred pact. To covenant with the Father and promise you'll come back. To live your life eternal your everlasting day. He'll seal you with your family, that you might all be saved. Togetherness forever should be your worthwhile goal. Just follow my example and save your precious soul. My Temples are filled with peace, joy and blessings for you all am the Good Shepherd you'll know me when call. I dwell at Timpanogos within these mountain walls. Kent R. Blanco I 1 About the author: Kent Robert Blanco was born in Lehi in 1957 and was baptized at age eight. He traveled after extensively entering the army in 1976. )n 1979', he married Yvonne Mills from American Fork Then are the var- euts of a daughter. Kent is current ly serving as a stake missionary in the Lindon West Stake. |