Stake Play

Our stake decided to do a stake play involving all of the youth in the stake, instead of having a youth conference this year. We have been practicing at mutual nights for the past couple of months. It has been a HUGE undertaking! Not for me- but for the director and cultural events coordinator. I would go to rehearsals and think "Wow- I am not sure this is really ever going to come together, unless there's a miracle." I know I'm not the only one who thought that. Even the dress rehearsal was pretty scary. However, we went the first night and I was absolutely amazed. A miracle did take place! The whole thing went off without a hitch. I could not keep the tears in, as the youth in our stake portrayed modern day situations, and likened them to stories in the Book of Mormon. The best part in the whole play was the very last song. It makes me tear up just thinking about it now. One girl started singing "The Spirit of God." Then another girl came in, and another. Finally the entire cast came into the regional center and filled the stages and aisles singing it. It was awesome to see so many good, strong youth singing that powerful song. We had over 300 kids participate in it, and it really was amazing. Morgan was in thevocal company, and also sang, "You're not alone", with a small group, too. I don't even have pictures though, since cameras weren't allowed, and before the event was too crazy to get pictures. A professional videographer came and filmed and took pictures, so hopefully I will be able to get some eventually. What a neat experience for the kids, and the leaders!