Thursday, February 19, 2015

Trading Tight Pants and Hairspray for Suits and Ties


Two years ago today I started an incredible journey. It was called Beyond 5. With these four other guys, and an amazing team behind us, we got to perform all over the world. They became my friends and they became my brothers. I had no idea how much being a part of this band would impact my life. These experiences, and more importantly these guys, taught me so much. We made the decision that it was time for us to turn to the next page of our stories. Zac (the one smiling whilst being abused) and Ammon (the...brown one) are going to college right now, TJ (the curly haired cherubim) is finishing high school, and Tanner (orange pants..?) is currently serving an LDS mission in the Texas, McAllen Mission. These guys, our team, our producers...nothing could have prepared me more for the next chapter of my life.
I am a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints, and I have been called to serve a mission in the Scotland/Ireland Mission. Tomorrow I will be getting on a plane and leaving behind my life, my family, my friends, and people that have American Accents. To be honest, I'm nervous. I am not sure what to expect. I've never truly gone anywhere by myself before. I always had my family, or my band brothers with me. This will be a change that I haven't experienced yet, but it is so exciting. I think sometimes that I might not be good enough, but I know that as I try my best, Heavenly Father will mold me into the man that He needs me to be. Heavenly father calls upon the weak, the unlearned, and the despised to thresh the nations with His spirit. What a blessing it is to know that the Lord can use someone with as many flaws as I have, and that he will make me strong as I strive with all my might, mind, and strength to bring people to Him.  
We are to be Christ's representatives in all that we do, not just on our missions. What a glorious and daunting calling that is. These next two years will be the hardest two years of my life so far. But they will also be the most rewarding. I cannot wait to grow closer to my Savior, and learn a little of how to love and see people the way He sees them. This Church is true, and has changed my life in the greatest of ways. I also cannot wait to share my adventures, my struggles, my triumphs, and my testimony over the next two years. In a few minutes I'll be set apart as a full-time missionary. To be honest, I wasn't always sure this day would come. I was pretty convinced that music would be what I was supposed to do. I figured I was the exception and didn't need to serve a mission. I could testify through my music and do more good that way. But I know that this is what the Lord has called me to do. I cannot wait to put my heart and soul into this glorious work. What an adventure these past two years have been, and I'm so excited for this next adventure to begin. 




11 comments:

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  2. Patch you have strengthened my testimony so much.

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  3. Best wishes for you Patch!! Ireland is amazing for sure..my mom served her mission in the same mission. I cant wait to read about your experiences as you are serving the lord.

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  4. You'll do great I know it thank you so much. You and tanner and other people have helped me so much to choose the right and to be able to decide to go on my mission . I can't wait for you to get back and hear everything you have accomplished and your struggles and adventures. I'll miss you but I'll be right here waiting for you (:

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  5. Patch you're going to be an amazing missionary. Everyone in Scotland/Ireland is so lucky to have you! I'm so very greatful for your music in my life. I listen to your faithful album everyday, and the messege given through those songs are so amazing. My testimony has definantly strangthened because of you wonderful boys! Thank you :) you're beautiful by the way :)

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  6. You are going to be an amazing missionary! It has been amazing getting to know you for the past year I hope you have an amazing time and I will see you when you get home

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  7. Patch!!! I am so happy and proud of you for choosing to serve the lord for 2 years. You are going to bless the lives of so many wonderful people. Beyond 5 has changed my life in the best way. Patch, you have strengthened my testimony in a big way through your friendship, kindness, music and your love or others. Thank you so much for everything. The last few months have been incredible. You are a great example to me. You are going to do great things. I wish you the best of luck on your mission and cant wait to see how you have changed in 2 years.

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  8. ive seen u perform on stage as well as sharing your testimony with us nd i can honestly say that you (and the band) have made some type of impact in my life....i know for a fact that youll be a great missionary even through hard times...JUST KNOW THAT THE LORD DOESNT GIVE YOU ANYTHING U CANT HANDLE...nd im proud to be a fan of ur music but mostly happy to see u serve the people of Ireland/ Scotland....i wish u the best within these next two years of ur life...(it is going to be challenging but its also going to be the best two years of ur life....YOU ARE GOING TO BE A FANTASTIC MISSIONARY ND IM SURE THE PEOPLE OF IRELAND WILL LOVE TO HAVE YOU WITH THEM....BUT UNTIL THEN SERVE WITH A FULL PURPOSE OF HEART ND RETURN WITH HONOR ELDER.CROWE
    (YOU ARE SO COOL ND THE LORD WILL HAVE GREATER PLANS IN MIND FOR YOU...HAVE A SAFE FLIGHT TOMORROW ND ENJOY THESE NEXT TWO YEARS OF YOUR LIFE WITH THE SPIRIT ND UR NEW FAMILY)....
    :) :) :)

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  9. one more thing i love the description of the boys...

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  10. Patch! I'm so happy for you to be able to serve your mission! Although all of the fans miss you and Beyond 5, we are all super excited for you and the things to come. This mission will truly be an amazing way to get to know and help many people that are struggling or in need of help. Even though you weren't on your mission when I met you, you really change my life into something better. I am sure you will have a good impact on many! Once again, I am super happy for you and I hope you have an amazing time!

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  11. Patch! I'm so happy for you to be able to serve your mission! Although all of the fans miss you and Beyond 5, we are all super excited for you and the things to come. This mission will truly be an amazing way to get to know and help many people that are struggling or in need of help. Even though you weren't on your mission when I met you, you really change my life into something better. I am sure you will have a good impact on many! Once again, I am super happy for you and I hope you have an amazing time!

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