Dean Moser was Baptized on the 4th of JulyDean is 80 years young
Dean and His wife LuLu
Dean, Lulu, and some of their family that attended
Dean and His wife LuLuDean, Lulu, and some of their family that attendedWhat a wonderful 4th. We celebrated the birth of our country and the rebirth of Dean Moser.
We met Dean and LuLu our first day out. It was one of those miracles. There are not words that explain all that has happened to prepare him for our invitation to hear the gospel one more time. Dean and LuLu have welcomed missionaries into their home for 54 years. She thinks probably more than a 100. Each had a part in preparing him. If they only knew that he was finally baptized. People came from all over the area. The Chapel was filled for his baptism. Member friends from Fresno and San Jose drove to Santa Cruz to attend. It was wonderful. The best part for me was to watch as each of his children and grandchildren (two great grandchildren) came up and embraced and wept with him after the baptismal service was over.
Dean has supported his wife in her activity over these many years. They have put three sons on missions and have a number of grandsons who have served. One is now serving in Chili. The entire family was so excited to see their beloved father and grandfather come into the Kingdom.
They shared with me how long they have prayed and waited and waited and prayed that someday he would soften and join. Some had almost given up. Even Lulu was surpized when he made the committment to be baptized. Most said they would not believe it until the saw it. Perhaps thats why there were so many there. Deans family came from all over the country to be here. He was baptized by his youngest son Brett and Comfirmed on sunday by his eldest son Victor. When Dean came up out of the water he simply said in a loud voice WOW!
They shared with me how long they have prayed and waited and waited and prayed that someday he would soften and join. Some had almost given up. Even Lulu was surpized when he made the committment to be baptized. Most said they would not believe it until the saw it. Perhaps thats why there were so many there. Deans family came from all over the country to be here. He was baptized by his youngest son Brett and Comfirmed on sunday by his eldest son Victor. When Dean came up out of the water he simply said in a loud voice WOW!
My heart has been so full these past months as we have served and taught Dean. It has been a humbling experience to witness the hand of Lord as he touches the lives of his children. I am so greatful for the spirit of the Holy Ghost which is ever present in this work. I have felt its promptings as we teach and extend invitations and committments. I know that people are prepared to hear the gospel message, that we can never give up on those that have lost their way or those who seem to be hardened. Deans conversion is a witness of the love that God has for all his children. In the words of one of Deans daughters. "Your mission has been a success, you helped my Dad come into the Church"
Now we need to get him ready to receive the Preisthood and get to the temple a year from now. We appreciate all of you who have prayed and fasted for us and for Dean. It made all the difference.
