We've been in our ward about a year and a half. Right away, I was called as the SACRAMENT MEETING CHORISTER. At the same time, Jared and I were called to be WARD MISSIONARIES and Jared was called to be EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS SPECIALIST. We loved our callings!! Then our organist moved away and I assumed responsibilities as the ward music chairperson, although I was never officially called to the position. Because no organist was called, I was rotating through the 3 women who could play the organ (primary president, YW president, and a less active woman) and it just wasn't working.
About 6 weeks ago, the bishop called me and asked if I could teach myself to play the organ.
Huh? Just because I play the piano doesn't mean I can play the organ!!
But I swallowed my fear, asked for a key, and asked for a couple weeks.
I went to the church several times to practice, and the primary president even gave me a couple of lessons.
When I called the bishop to let him know that I was comfortable on the organ, I knew what the outcome would be.
I am now the organist, the new music chairperson, and still a ward missionary. At least I learned a new, valuable skill. The kind of skill that no matter what ward you are in, you will always use because wards always need an organist.
The POSITIVES:
1. I don't have to sing. I was never much of a singer, but now I have a great excuse!
2. I get to pick the songs for the program, so I can pick ones that I know and am comfortable playing.
3. I've had 3 VERY musical people tell me I am doing a great job. When you're very timid about doing something, it's nice to know your effort is being acknowledged and is appreciated.
4. Jared gets some one-on-one time with Sariah. Dads always enjoy this time!
I'll let you know how it goes!
8 years ago