I have just finished writing a letter to my friend Mr. Bunyan Perkins. Mr. Perkins is black--we have worked together for over 25 years at the clinic. He has done janitorial work and in the last few years, as he has aged, he has just run errands. I have always enjoyed and loved this man. I truly look upon him as a brother!! He is now leaving Seattle to return to Texas.
I know not why, nor do I need to know why men are born black. The Lord has his reasons and will make them evident when it is expedient. All I know is that without having all the answers we must learn to gain the gift of charity and love ALL men regardless of their color without prejudice and with reverence for their worth.
I am deeply grateful for the relationship that I have had with this man and how it has enriched my life.
Saturday, January 18, 1975
Monday, January 13, 1975
January 13, 1975
Below is a note from the husband of a grateful patient. They are "the honorable of the earth" and fine people. They own the Mercedes Benz agency in Seattle. I am grateful for competency in the use of medical techniques that will allow me to help those in the grips of disease--pain--and anguish. Most of all I feel grateful for their acknowledgement and expression of my feeling of compassion towards others.
Nonetheless, as a physician treating people of the world, the status of the person--his worldly position--has a bearing on the attention he receives. The healing art of medicine is anything but that in many cases--as it is practiced today.
Letter: Dear Dr. Anderson--
Just a short note of sincere appreciation for what you have done and are continuing to do, for Helen. Her recovery from that terrible plateau of pain has been remarkable to both of us and for that we are especially grateful. Beyond that however, I must comment on your personal interest in her condition. Her confidence in you is continually a subject of conversation and your obvious success within your peer group cannot really surprise you in light of the sensitivity, compassion and total professionalism you constantly demonstrate.
Kindest Regards, Phil Small, Sr.
Nonetheless, as a physician treating people of the world, the status of the person--his worldly position--has a bearing on the attention he receives. The healing art of medicine is anything but that in many cases--as it is practiced today.
Letter: Dear Dr. Anderson--
Just a short note of sincere appreciation for what you have done and are continuing to do, for Helen. Her recovery from that terrible plateau of pain has been remarkable to both of us and for that we are especially grateful. Beyond that however, I must comment on your personal interest in her condition. Her confidence in you is continually a subject of conversation and your obvious success within your peer group cannot really surprise you in light of the sensitivity, compassion and total professionalism you constantly demonstrate.
Kindest Regards, Phil Small, Sr.
Saturday, January 11, 1975
January 11, 1975
Miracles in our lives take place through our inter-relationships with others in the Lord's kingdom. The picture of the saint on the left is that of President Floyd Bennett. When serving as a member of the Seattle Stake Presidency he offered the kind of love and support that helped Norma and me grow and develop confidence and self-esteem in the Church. I have spent many precious moments with this wonderful man in soul searching and trying to better understand myself. Truly, I feel such a spiritual closeness to him that each time we meet we are able to look deeply into one another's eyes and express our love and respect for one another without speaking a word. If I am ever privileged to enter the celestial kingdom, this man will have been a great force for accomplishing it.
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On the right are true men that have meant a great deal in my life. On the left is Brother Fred Schwenmann born in Germany, a man who is not well understood by many. He has helped me to understand those of a different background than mine and has helped me to deal more effectively with some of my prejudices that came as the result of WWII. He was fighting in the German army while I was in the US Army.
On the right is Brother Ray Loveless--both of us have worked together as Elders, Seventies and High Priests--growing together in the church.
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A reply to my letter of December 26, 1974, I know this humble man is a prophet--The Prophet who receives direct guidance from the Lord to direct His church here upon this earth.
January 9, 1975
Dear Brother Anderson:
I appreciate very much your kind letter of December 26; and although you stated your letter required no answer, I want you to know that I am very grateful for the love and support of the many faithful Saints like yourself and family.
May the blessings of our Heavenly Father attend you and your loved ones as you strive each day to serve Him and live in accordance with His gospel.
Faithfully yours,
Spencer Kimball (signature)
President
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On the right are true men that have meant a great deal in my life. On the left is Brother Fred Schwenmann born in Germany, a man who is not well understood by many. He has helped me to understand those of a different background than mine and has helped me to deal more effectively with some of my prejudices that came as the result of WWII. He was fighting in the German army while I was in the US Army.
On the right is Brother Ray Loveless--both of us have worked together as Elders, Seventies and High Priests--growing together in the church.
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A reply to my letter of December 26, 1974, I know this humble man is a prophet--The Prophet who receives direct guidance from the Lord to direct His church here upon this earth.
January 9, 1975
Dear Brother Anderson:
I appreciate very much your kind letter of December 26; and although you stated your letter required no answer, I want you to know that I am very grateful for the love and support of the many faithful Saints like yourself and family.
May the blessings of our Heavenly Father attend you and your loved ones as you strive each day to serve Him and live in accordance with His gospel.
Faithfully yours,
Spencer Kimball (signature)
President
Wednesday, January 1, 1975
January 1, 1975
The first day of 1975 starts off with a beautiful day for 1975--The skies are clear, the sun is shining and it matches my spirits--life is good--the Spirit of the Lord is with us and all I care about is learning to live a cleaner life--to become more sanctified. I desire to stand ready to do anything that the Lord desires of me.
Today I have finished reading Isaiah again. This time I tried to ponder--pray and search understanding of each word and passage. It has taken me few months and although I understand about 50-60% of Isaiah I do understand why Nephi, Jacob and the Savior refer to him a a prophet's prophet in the Book of Mormon.
Today I have finished reading Isaiah again. This time I tried to ponder--pray and search understanding of each word and passage. It has taken me few months and although I understand about 50-60% of Isaiah I do understand why Nephi, Jacob and the Savior refer to him a a prophet's prophet in the Book of Mormon.
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