Exactly one week after Jaxon's homecoming, Jaxon's father, Cameron, was ordained as the new bishop of their home ward, Frisco Tenth Ward, Texas. Another beautiful event in the lives of the Copeland Family!
AFTER being released from his call as a full-time missionary by his Stake President the night before, Jaxon was no longer referred to as "Elder." TODAY he reported about his two-year mission to the Brazil Porto Alegre North Mission in Sacrament Meeting in the Frisco Tenth Ward, Texas. He was so proud to say that he had served in some of the same areas his dad had served as a missionary over twenty-five years ago and had met some of the same people his dad had baptized and known. That really meant a lot to both Jaxon, his dad, and those people who they both now know in Brazil.
Jaxon's testimony of the truthfulness of the gospel and his love of the Savior was truly evident as he told of his experiences with these humble people, who he learned to LOVE so much. Although he said the mission was one of the most difficult times in his life, it was also one of the most wonderful experiences of his life. He encouraged all young men and women to make the decision to serve. They, too, would find the joy of serving the Lord and their fellowmen and women.
An open house was held afterwards in his parents' home where many family, friends, and church members attended.
After serving two years in Brazil serving the Lord, Elder Copeland arrived in the Dallas Love Airport. He was greeted by many family, friends, and ward members who certainly showed him how much they loved him and were excited for his return.
So much support and love shown this day. Welcome home, Elder Copeland!
