The Children's Primary Program

On Sunday morning, after the passing of the sacrament, Sophie and her peers (age 3-11) participated in the Children's Primary Program.  This gives the children an opportunity to teach us what they have been learning and discussing throughout the year.  They do so through speeches (often one-liners) and song.

This year's theme was "Choose the Right."  Sophie has been taught by her teachers, parents, and most importantly, the Holy Ghost.  Sophie has learned that she can receive help in making choices by following the example of Jesus Christ, living gospel principles, and heeding the promptings of the Holy Ghost. We know in choosing the right we stay on the path back to our Heavenly Father.

Sophie was given the opportunity to share how she is trying to follow Christ's example.  When given the prompt, "I'm trying to be like Jesus by..."  Sophie said, "saying my prayers."  As a family we are always trying to be more obedient to this commandment.  We, in particular, have focused on communicating with God in our morning prayers, as that seems the most challenging.

She also was chosen to sing a solo line in the musical number "I'm Trying to Be like Jesus."  Her line being, "I'm trying to love as He did, in all that I do and say."

She was so happy and excited to be participating--waving, making faces, and adding her own gestures and rhythm to the program. Her Primary teacher nailed it on the head when she commented that Sophie is "such a free spirit." Although the tone of the meeting was maintained, Sophie always keeps us smiling and wondering what is next.

We were so glad that Opa and Oma and Sophie's kindergarten teacher, Mrs. Coroneos, and her husband could attend.  We are so proud of Sophie for the wonderful child she is, her sweet spirit, and her willingness to share her beliefs