Savior of the World - Revisited

Ryan and I got the opportunity to attend a production of Savior of the World in Tacoma a few weeks ago. Having just participated in the production done by our ward we were excited to see what the differences would be. This was a multi stake production. Five stakes to be exact. Looking at that Ryan and I were amazed once again that our little Bettendorf Ward was able to put on the show. Well, a lot of memories were brought back. Here's what we discovered. This production had a lot of cool effects. They had a live orchastra, an actual boat, a fancy set with all the props including pregnant bellies for both Mary and Elizabeth. But they were missing the "heart" that our ward put into. In Bettendorf those who played married couples were indeed married showing true relationships on stage, and while we lacked in fancy props, I felt more on the boat as I remember Bro. Jensen casting the nets, then I did when a real boat was there. Because we didn't have to travel across 5 stakes for practices and rehersals, because we saw each other regularly we had true emotion and interactions and it just felt so real! I'm not trying to talk badly about the Tacoma production they did a wonderful job, but it will never be the same. I'm grateful to those who listened to the spirit and new how this would bless our ward, and for the opportunily I had to be in it!! With all the challenges it presented it was worth it in the end! Thanks Bishop, thanks Jim, and Thanks to all those who made it happen!!