by Walter Penning | Jan 20, 2016 | Walter Penning: Arise and Be Men
We did something this year that we have always wanted to do. I took my family to Broadway to see Wicked and experience a Times Square holiday. Mom has wanted to do that for many years. She loved being in Times Square for New Year’s Eve and was able to check that item...
by Walter Penning | Jan 13, 2016 | Walter Penning: Arise and Be Men
I have been in the Church my entire life and seen firsthand what a mission does for the missionary. There are situations so acute and influential they stick with you throughout your life. These instances leave a mark that will never be forgotten. We all have them....
by Walter Penning | Dec 9, 2015 | Walter Penning: Arise and Be Men
Sometimes I like to watch a video clip or read a blog to provide increased focus on what is true and right and important. There are many inspiring stories and good examples. I had an interesting experience this week. My wife and I took the chance to go visit my best...
by Walter Penning | Dec 2, 2015 | Walter Penning: Arise and Be Men
I was just a young man as I began attending college. Jeffrey Holland was president of Brigham Young University at the time. He and his wife Patricia spoke to us frequently, often in weekly devotionals. We enjoyed it very much. Their eloquent encouragements, advice,...
by Walter Penning | Oct 21, 2015 | Walter Penning: Arise and Be Men
What’s in a name? I start with this simple question because the answer is both surprising and significant. Nephi explained it this way: “Behold, my sons, … I have given unto you the names of our first parents who came out of the land of Jerusalem; and this I...
