A Melody of Faith and Friendship

Two years ago, our branch welcomed Elder Okori, a missionary from Nigeria, whose passion for music sparked something special among the youth and young adults. He formed a vibrant choir that lifted our spirits and brought us closer together. Though the choir paused after his transfer, the love of music he inspired continued to grow in our hearts.

That early spark rekindled among four friends—Desmond, Edmund, John, and Arnold—who first sang together as children in Primary. Hymns like “I Am a Child of God” and “I’m Trying to Be Like Jesus” helped shape their testimonies and deepened their friendship. Over time, their shared love for music evolved into a powerful means of expressing their faith and building unity.

Reuniting after Elder Okori’s departure, the friends formed a new choir with a vision to serve the Lord through music. Each brought unique gifts: Desmond’s soulful voice, Edmund’s rhythmic talent, John’s deep harmonies, and Arnold’s dedication to playing and arranging music. Supported by mentors like John’s mother, Madam Eva, their harmony extended beyond music to strong bonds of friendship—fueled by games, shared laughter, and spiritual growth.

They now make music videos, capturing both their sound and recording their accomplishments. As they start their missionary service—John and Desmond departed May 29, Arnold in June, and Edmund later this year—they carry with them the joy of music and the strength of their brotherhood. Their dream is to someday sing with the Tabernacle Choir on Temple Square and continue their legacy of music and service. Arnold concluded, “We’ll continue to rely on the Lord as we begin our missions, knowing that as we unite our gifts from God in doing good, we can create something wonderful wherever we are.”