My Prophet

President Gordon B. Hinkley, prophet of my Church, passed away tonight. He was 97 years old, and loved by millions. While I can't think of anyone more prepared to go than he was, it was sad news to receive. He's been serving in the presidency of the church for as long as I can remember, and was such an amazing man and leader. He had an endearing personality and was able to connect with the members of the Church in a very personal way. He had a self-depricating kind of humor that made us regular folk feel like he was truly on our level.

I never met him in person, but heard him speak many many times, and felt the power of his testimony of the restored gospel of Jesus Christ. He always encouraged us as members of the Church to "stand a little taller".

I can only imagine what a beautiful thing it must be for him to feel the warm embrace of his Savior and mine, and to be reunited with his wife who has been waiting for him. He was such a wonderful prophet, and I will miss him.