Speaking in Sacrament Meeting - July 23, 2017
Elder Copeland bore his testimony in his Alpine Ward Sacrament Meeting on July 23, 2017. His message was about pioneers and how missionary work produces new pioneers in their families. In addition, he talked about sitting right next to a man at the Yankees game that he attended when he was on his Origination tour. He started a conversation with this man who just happened to have met Elder Copeland's cousin, Elder Wilde, who was on his mission in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Elder Copeland pointed out this just wasn't a coincidence that he met this man and was able to give him a Book of Mormon. The entire talk was absolutely beautiful that Elder Copeland gave from his heart.
In May 1913, Elder Copeland's great-great-grandfather, Joseph Lester Rigby, left for a three year Mormon mission to the Samoan Islands. His aunt pointed out how much Elder Copeland and his great-great-grandfather looked like each other as they were leaving for their missions. We were all so amazed! The likeness was unbelievable!
After the Sacrament Meeting, Elder Copeland's family held a wonderful farewell party for family and friends.
Elder Copeland with some of his Copeland cousins who plan to be future missionaries, too! 
Elder Copeland with his cousins, Kennedy and Lola. They absolutely loved being around Elder Copeland every minute they could.
A family friend and home teacher of the Copeland family arranged two beautiful hymns which he shared with those attending the open house. We were all thrilled to hear, "Called to Serve," and "I am a Child of God."
A friend to Elder Copeland since they were toddlers--Izzy Johnson.
Grandpa Copeland and Grandpa Johns
Every grandchild in the Copeland family was in attendance at Elder Copeland's farewell--except for his cousin, Elder Copeland, who is currently serving in the Scotland/Ireland Mission.
All seven of the Copeland siblings.
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