Mark Clifton

Left to Right: Stephen Clifton, Betty & Ronnie (Mark's parents), Elder Cannole, Mark Clifton, Elder Stoven, Cassie Clifton, Teresa Reynolds (Debbie's mother) and Mark's wife, Debbie!

This is the most amazing family! Debbie and the children joined the church about four years ago, but Mark wasn't interested. During the five months we have been in Richlands we have witnessed the "mightly change of heart" spoken of by both Book of Mormon prophets, Mosiah and Alma.

Debbie is not in good health and has longed to be sealed as a family for eternity, knowing her days may be numbered on this earth. I know no one with greater faith than this woman. She has a pure heart and great wisdom. One year from now I expect to be journaling about their trip to the temple for that is where the sealing power is available that will bind this family together for the eternities! The clock is ticking...

Side note: The Clifton family is standing under a weeping cherry tree. One of the many flowering trees that bursts into bloom every spring. There are red buds, Bradford pears, forsythia, dogwood, and lilacs everywhere. I am in heaven!