The Primary Program

Yesterday was the Primary Program at church. That is where the kids give mini talks and sing songs about Gospel Principles. The theme this year was "I know that my Savior Lives". It was such a great program. The kids were all cute and a few of the songs brought tears to my eyes as they belted out the words or sang softly the words of the familiar songs.
We had a good view of Zac sitting on the stand, and I could see Jenna when a few heads were "just so". I thought they were both cute and sang more than ever. They both are starting to like singing. Jenna announced that singing was one of her talents last night at dinner; and Zac's Kindergarten teacher has fostered his affection for singing at school with her little made-up tunes for everything.
They both had their parts memorized when it was their turn to be at the mike.
Jenna went before Zac at about half way through the program. Although she was still pretty shy, she has made leaps in her comfort with being in front of people, hearing her own voice. She looked at us and smiled proudly when she was done with her part.
Zac did well too, when it was time for his part. He was able to memorize it quickly, but got red in face when he was at the mike and was a bit shy. I thought that could have gone either way. Prior to his turn (which was near the end of the program, about an hour into sitting up there) he picked his nose for the congregation and even unbuttoned his shirt leaving his IU T-shirt to be exposed. Steve and I were able to catch his eye when he looked up, and he promptly started buttoning it up before he went to the mike. I am telling you, he was receiving some strong sign language and looks from his parents about his shirt flapping open. Fortunately he wasn't terribly irreverent, and the 50+ other kids gave the congregation something to look at besides Zac and his boogers. After all, these kids range from 3 to 11... it's fun to watch. A sister at church with 8 kids said the program would make her a wreck when many of her kids were particiating. You just never know what these kids are going to do up there.
In all seriousness, I am proud of both of them and am glad they are learning about Jesus and enjoying singing. They have good and loving leaders, and we are grateful for that. It truly was a great program, especially since Julene kept the little boys at home, I actually got to listen. Thanks Julene.
I am grateful for the gospel and for the Primary organization. To me, in Primary with the kids, is where you can truly feel the Spirit as simple truths are taught and received so humbly.