Ordination Day

Zachary on the day of being ordained an Elder with a very proud Mom and Dad!

Day of Ordination Pictures

Three handsome brothers! - Zachary, Braden, and Jonathan.

We gathered together with friends and family at the stake house to have you ordained to the office of Elder in the Melchizedek Priesthood. Having so many family members there made it even more special!

Letter Day . . . And the Adventure Begins!

On June 27, 2008, the call letter from The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints came. We frantically made phone calls and arranged for family, friends, and neighbors to gather at 3:00 p.m. for the opening. With family and friends around, as well as a couple on the phone, Zach opened the letter and read, "Dear Elder Durtschi, you have been called to serve as a missionary for the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints in the Philippines Naga Mission." Lots of cheering and congratulating, smiling and hugging ensued! What a great day!