How I live my faith

I try to just be a better person each day. I try to be a good husband and father, and that always comes first.

I also believe in being honest in my professional dealings and in being considerate towards others. I spend time each day thinking about the purpose of life and things that matter and try to keep it all in perspective. I ponder and pray, read scriptures, attend Church meetings, and keep a close eye on the living Prophet then strive to follow his counsel.

Service in the Church locally is also a really big part of my life. About ten months ago, I was called to be Bishop of our congregation (about 470 Church members) - which has presented challenges and opportunity. Since that time I have counselled with both youth and adults facing great personal challenges, coached individuals on spiritual and professional development, conducted a funeral, spoke publically on multiple occasions, and served as an ambassador for the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints in our community. Its been challenging, lots of peaks and valleys for sure. But I'm probably enjoying it more than anything else I have ever done in my life (and in writing that I am actually surprised by that comment too)!

Of course, being the 'sports guy', I am always organizing sporting events, informal pick-up games, regional tournaments, etc. We play a lot of hockey, ball hockey, basketball, baseball, and volleyball. Our buildings are always open to the community. Outside of sports, we have lots of other great activities that I often am asked to help organize. I love a good dance and have been known to do a very poor Justin Bieber impersonation during karaoke nights! I also sit on our Cub/Scout Group committee and organize an annual, regional, Provident living initiative.

Long and short is that I try to do things that the Saviour would do if he were in my situation, and help improve the lives of those around me as well