- Hi Kent, I was baptized on Dec 5, 1969. I was the first person baptized in the new La Crescenta Stake Building.. Had no previous Mormon friends. Knew a few though: Jim Lechemenant, Gordy Chrtistiansen, Mike Reeder close friends with his sister, Joyce and husband Greg Brown. Had some great experiences serving in the Church: Priests Quorum Advisor, Elders Quorum President, Bishop Singles Ward, High Council, High Priests Teacher......... Dennis