Sick deals were found with two white shirts and three ties for under $25. A member just happened to bring a pair of Sunday shoes that were no longer needed and were exactly the right size for Karlheinz.
Elder Samuelson was able to practice his musical number and since they live close to the church, they took their ironing board and iron over. Steve ironed his white shirt and one for Karlheinz.
It was an awesome program on baptism, but Elder Hoggan was sooo nervous! Karlheinz had asked Steve to baptize him and he had never done that before. Silent prayers were said that all would be ok for both of them and that Karlheinz would have a good experience.
The font was left running, because the Bishop thought it would be good to have the font a little more full. As they went down the stairs, the water stayed in the font. It was super full and some water was let out. Elder Hoggan said the prayer, baptized him, and got Karlheinz up out of the water without trouble. However, there was a little wave that went splashing over onto the floor and the front row got a taste of the action :)
Karlheinz is a BIG guy, 60 years old, and not the most agile. Having the font full was a tender mercy. Steve is glad that the font was too full and not too empty :) He might have had some troubles otherwise. Who knows? Karlheinz didn't get the chance to plug his nose, but it was super amazing!!! Afterwards, there was an awesome feeling of peace.
Because of his circumstances, Karlheinz received the Holy Ghost the same day. He bore his testimony and shared experiences that helped him to see that God was there to help him and answer his prayers. One of them was super cool. He was struggling with money this past month, went grocery shopping, and prayed in his heart that he could find a little more money to help him. He finished shopping with everything that he needed and went to the bus stop. A lady approached him and asked if he always had to count out what he buys exactly every time. Karlheinz replied that he didn't, but it was a tough month. She gave him E10 and went on her way. That lady must have seen him back at the store.
Karlheinz was so grateful for this answer to his prayers and shared how he had prayed to God to help him know if this was the right way. He received his answer that this was the right way :)
The after-party was great! Pictures were taken and Karlheinz felt really good. He'd like to go to the Frankfurt Temple this summer :) He's doing so well and it's awesome :)
Three investigators attended the baptism and they all seemed to enjoy it :) Herr Boden was one of them :)
Steve's week was sick. His highlight reel includes going to the Mercedes-Benz Museum and it was super cool. In a couple of weeks, the Elders will visit the Porsche Museum.
Now Elders Hoggan and Samuelson are teaching a 7 year old girl from a member family as she prepares to be baptized when she is 8.
The Lord's work is always moving forward :) Steve is so thankful that he had the chance to serve Karlheinz and help him to find the gospel. This church helps people to know God and Jesus Christ. It worked for Karlheinz, has worked for Elder Hoggan, and can work for anyone :)
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