Today my brother was released as a Bishop in the Latter-day Saint faith. He has served with distinction for more than 5 years in a 100% voluntary position. While carrying on in his position as a business owner and entrepreneur, Doug has willingly given up to 50 hours each week serving the Latter-day Saints (Mormons) up in Sherwood Park.
Working with a voluntary staff, it is easier to sometimes just do it yourself rather than scour for a willing soul and that method has been Doug's style. Recently he had 2 widows; one needing a place to live, the other happy to have her move in but not having the proper space to accommodate her. Doug rallied the troops and totally renovated her basement. His style was to put on work clothes and make his way over to the project almost every free minute, giving leadership by doing to ensure the project was complete in short order.
Anyone who knows Doug, knows that he has a busy family. Nancy has supported her husband by understanding the needs of the ward and has willingly managed many of the social activities of their very active family. Theirs is a home that almost always has children, grandchildren and friends bustling about.
Our family knows from experience that these types of callings, and they are callings, are time consuming and all encompassing but they are also rewarding and bring the family together. We are proud of Bishop Doug and say to him; well done thou good and faithful servant.
2 comments:
Well done , in deed. What a special person and friend. I read this blog with tears flowing, as I know Nancy&Douglas as a kind and caring people. Our love to all the Jackson's you are always in our hearts. xoxoxoxo the Dwyer's
Uncle Doug is a great guy, with a great wife to support him! I liked this post a lot!
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