Although all the entrances to the Laie North Stake Center grounds were flooded from rain, the water didn't deter crowds of people who walked to the fireside from taking off shoes and socks, climbing over fences and hitching piggy back rides to take part in last Sunday's musical fireside.

Sister missionaries Stephanie Gardner from Highland, Utah, and Shuhaylla T. Sakaguchi, from Japan, planned the fireside because they wanted to do something for the community as well as give themselves and their fellow missionaries an unique opportunity to express their appreciation for the Atonement.

"Music can speak on a more personal level; the overall message can be the same, but music has a way to speak to each person individually. We wanted to share how each one of us can become a reflection of Christ and his teachings. We want people to think about how once they have experienced the love of Christ, they can share it. Not to hesitate but just go do it," said Sister Sakaguchi.

The musical fireside was a great way for LDS Church members and people of other faiths to gain or strengthen their testimonies of the sacrifice Christ was willing to make.

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