Crandell Reunion/Vacation part 6- Sacred Grove

“If any of you lack wisdom, let him ask of God.”

The Sacred Grove plays a very important role in my faith. Not only does it hold a sacred meaning to the members of the church, but it is still available for anyone to go visit the amazing spirit it holds and to stand amongst trees that are still standing now, as they were when Joseph smith knelt in prayer. I am grateful that Joseph,  at such a young age of 14 went into a grove of trees on his family’s farm to ask God which church he should join. Heavenly Father and Jesus Christ appeared to him and as a result the gospel of Jesus Christ was restored to the earth. To think of the events that happened after this moment is bittersweet. How amazing it is today to be a latter day saint and not have to go through the persecution that the saints went through to defend their religion.

 This was Brightons 2nd trip out of state and he was only 5 months old! He was so much fun, (except for him sleeping) he is particular about where he sleeps and he prefers to be in a bed, with us on the go go go all day this was the hardest part, but I am so glad we took him with us to experience this trip with us. He is so stinkin adorable.

The spirit felt here was like none i have ever felt. The whole family ended up in a area with benches. I don't know if it was planned but a testimony meeting was held there, where not a single person came down the trail until everyone who wanted to boar their testimony. It was really neat, and lots of tears!