August was a special month for the Greenhalgh family and involved some of those things Missionaries worry about as they enter the Mission Field, ie, "what will happen to the family while I'm gone?"
One 13 August, Elder Greenhalgh's Grandfather passed away in Utah. The two of them had become very close the past few years and each looked forward to Temple work following Elder Greenhalgh's release in 2009. Grandpa cound't wait any longer. Elder Greenhalgh was informed of the death by his Mission President and forward the following email to his parents:
"President Fisher called me this morning and let me know what happened. It was such a relief to be able to stop and think about the situation and rely on God for consolation. He provided. I felt a calm cover me after a few tears and thinking about Grandpa, but that calm took over and provided me with the comfort I needed. I know he is still around:) Not too worried about that. It was a comfort to know that people came to welcome him."
On a happier note, Elder Greenhalgh's mother was baptised on 24 August...just one of the many blessings our family has been given during our son's mission.
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