From Bristol to Boise with Faith

  Original Image Enna's Interpretation: A Dinosaur

  From Doris: Tender mercy   I am getting stronger every day. I am surprised and delighted by this improvement.

  From Doris: Counting my blessings I started the second half of my cancer treatment on May 21, 2026. I am strong enough to stay through an hour of church. That means I get to participate in sacrament meeting each week. On May 7th I was able to participate in a temple endowment session. It was the first time I was strong enough since my treatments began. My friend Carole came to the same session in order to assist me. My blood test results this week indicate my white blood cell count continues to be in normal range. Two of my friends brought me treats to celebrate the fact that I am halfway through my cancer treatments. I was privileged to watch a video clip of a woman expressing gratitude that my father had served a mission for the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints. Both her mother and grandmother were taught the gospel by him and they both were baptized.

  From Doris: Scripture Alma 26:12 Yea, I know that I am nothing; as to my strength I am weak; therefore I will not boast of myself, but I will boast of my God, for in his strength I can do all things;

 From Doris: Inspirational quote Elder Eduardo F. Ortega   April 2026 General Conference   “…sometimes I need the perspective that time gives to see the refining and perfecting hand of our Savior, Jesus Christ, in my life and in my family ’ s life.   The path of discipleship often resembles climbing a mountain. The shortest path to the top is not always the most appropriate and often not the safest either. Thus, we must choose the firm and safe path, even if it is sometimes the longest and most demanding one. Jesus Christ and His restored gospel constitute that safe path that leads us to the true summit.“

  From Doris: Music May We Be More Like Thee With humble hearts, we join in song To worship and to pray. Our Lord, Redeemer, Son of God Who to our rescue came. We praise Thy life and sacrifice; We strive more earnestly In thought, in word, in deed, O Lord, May we be more like Thee. As pilgrims on a sea of strife, Oft wounded lost and weak, We fast and pray for heaven’s strength, Thy help, Thy grace, we seek. We place our burdens at Thy feet; We yoke ourselves to Thee, And with this heartfelt plea, O Lord, May we be more like Thee. With broken hearts we supplicate, We cast away our sin, Our sorrow, and our suffering, To find the joy within. Repentance brings us lasting peace; New eyes that we may see, Forgiveness teaches us to love, Dear Savior, more like Thee. When in Thy arms forever clasped Safe in Thy tender care. Then changed by Thy redeeming grace, At last to be joint heirs. We’ll join in song with heav’nly throngs And dwell with Thee abo...

  From Doris: Remission My oncologist told me at my appointment in April that I was in remission. He clarified that the depth of my remission was uncertain. I did not know that remission could be measured at different levels. My level of remission will be tested after I complete another year of treatment. Thankfully my treatments are limited to taking oral chemotherapy drugs. By definition, remission is “the reduction or disappearance of signs and symptoms of a disease, particularly cancer, indicating a temporary or permanent improvement.” Recently, as I was partaking of the sacrament, I was reminded that the word remission had a spiritual meaning as well as a physical one. Each Sunday as I partake of the sacrament, I am seeking for a remission of my sins. Both my spiritual healing and my physical healing are dependent upon the Atonement of Jesus Christ. Spiritual remission can also indicate a temporary or permanent improvement. Only the Lord knows my heart and how sincer...