Luke was surrounded by many good men ordaining him to the office of Deacon in the Aaronic Priesthood today.
Michael Monday, David Lauder, Keith Kasch, Dad, Bishop Michael Benner, Michael Richter, Uncle Jeff and President Kim Beck
In our religion, when a boy turns 12 years old, he can receive the Aaronic Priesthood. This priesthood is a preparatory priesthood before they receive a higher priesthood called the Melchezidek Priesthood. There are different offices of the Aaronic Priesthood...the first one being the office of Deacon.The responsibilities of a Deacon include...
1. Gather fast offerings.
2. Pass the sacrament.
3. Serve as the bishop’s messenger.
4. Care for the grounds and physical facilities of the church.
5. Assist in service projects or welfare assignments as assigned by the bishop.
6. Watch over the Church and act as standing ministers.
7. Be involved in missionary and reactivation efforts.
8. Assist teachers in all their duties as needed.
9. Give talks in Church meetings.
2. Pass the sacrament.
3. Serve as the bishop’s messenger.
4. Care for the grounds and physical facilities of the church.
5. Assist in service projects or welfare assignments as assigned by the bishop.
6. Watch over the Church and act as standing ministers.
7. Be involved in missionary and reactivation efforts.
8. Assist teachers in all their duties as needed.
9. Give talks in Church meetings.
We're so proud of Luke
The purposes of the Aaronic Priesthood are...
*Become converted to the gospel of Jesus Christ and live its teachings
*Serve faithfully in priesthood callings, and fulfill the responsibilities of priesthood offices.
*Give meaningful service.
*Prepare and live worthily to receive the Melchizedek Priesthood and temple ordinances.
*Prepare to serve an honorable full-time mission.
*Obtain as much education as possible.
*Prepare to become a worthy husband and father.
*Give proper respect to women, girls, and children.
You're a deacon now, Luke!
You have received the Aaronic Priesthood.
It's an important step and is the beginning of many wonderful experiences and opportunities throughout your life.
As you learn and do your priesthood duties, you will become better prepared for family and Church responsibilites.
Luke is pretty excited about this new priesthood he holds and being a part of our church
Youth & Scout organization
We are so grateful to have the Priesthood in our home.
We truly believe it helps turn these young boys, in to good young men!
We truly believe it helps turn these young boys, in to good young men!
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