Wednesday, June 5, 2002
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Wednesday, June 5, 2002 |
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LDS missionaries are 'serving the Lord' in Peachtree City What would bring two 20-year- old young men away from their homes in Hackettstown, N. J. and Montpelier, Idaho to Peachtree City? What would motivate them to serve the community and pay their own way, receiving no compensation other than satisfaction of having done their best? Elders Kevin Rich and Jordan Cheirrett have been called to serve in Peachtree City for The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. "They left their homes and families, education and personal interests behind because of their love for the Lord Jesus Christ," a spokesperson said. Rich left his family in New Jersey and his college education at Brigham Young University where he was studying accounting, and volunteered for a 24-month mission. "Out of 330 missions throughout the world, the Lord wanted me to serve in the Atlanta, Georgia mission," Rich said. "My mission president, Michael Glauser, felt inspired to send me to work with my companion, Elder Cheirrett in Peachtree City." Cheirrett, from Idaho, left his home 14 months ago and left college at Idaho State University recently where he was studying law. "When you leave on a mission for our church you leave all your personal interests behind and leave your family for two years, Cheirrett explained. "We do the Lord's work for about 60 hours a week serving among the people of Peachtree City." Over the recent Memorial Day weekend, the two were found welcoming those who attended the Fayetteville Memorial Day Service. Every Tuesday and Thursday they volunteer at the Clothes Less Traveled thrift store in Peachtree City. Rich and Cheirett can be found about the community speaking with people in public places and in their homes. Those organizations which need a helping hand or those who have questions, may call them at 678-364-6656. |
