This personal essay by Ellis William LeRoy Jr. explores the author's "house calls" as a physician to an elderly man's home. After years of knowing the man, he expressed the desire to be baptized. Considering the man's poor health, the rite had to be specially performed with the addition of chair and other special accommodations. This inspiring essay explores faith and miracles. It is never too late to experience the blessings of the temple.
This essay by Ellis William LeRoy Jr. was a finalist in the 2023 BYU Studies personal essay contest. Click here to read the Personal Essay.