What an amazing opportunity we had on Sept. 19th, 2011 to see ground broken by Pres. Henry B. Eyring for the Philadelphia Temple. Sept. 19th marked the 224th anniversary of the signing of the Constitution of the United States which also took place in that great city. Steve and I and his mother, Caroline, were able to attend the actual groundbreaking ceremony with some other members, most of whom have lived in this area for years.
The members of our stake got another thrilling opportunity. Since he was in Philadelphia already for the temple dedication, Pres. Eyring agreed to cross the Delaware River and also participate in the groundbreaking for the Camden chapel to be built this next year. We were able to bring our children to this groundbreaking so that they were able to see Pres. Eyring, too. It was a very full and wonderful day.
Lori Rebilus and Steve....both born and raised here
Bert and Christine Willis,a former stake president and his wife
Noel Kerry, Gail Feuz, and mom....long time Medford Ward members reunitied
President and Sister Eyring arriving. It didn't seem windy to us in the congregation, but up on the stand, poor Sister Eyring nearly got blown away.
The Groundbreaking
Some of our stake friends taking a turn....
Myself, Steve, Caroline, and Gail getting in on the excitement
Us by the rendering of the new temple
President Eyring arrives in Camden
Sister Eyring was, I am sure, happy to be out of the wind
Speaking to the saints
Elder Smith, Pres. Eyring, Elder Jensen, and Brother Walker
Some locals....mayor of Pennsauken, Pres. Corbitt, Pres. Sikahema, and Congressman Andrews join in the festivities
Evan and Megan even got to take a turn. It was a wonderful day!!!
I love this post! President Eyring always looks so excited. I'm so glad you all got to be there. Very fun.
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