Margaret Robertson Jackson Buchanan — Protection and the Spirit of Peace

While residing at the Church Farmhouse in Washington, Utah, Margaret was frequently left alone to manage the property and care for travelers while the men were away on church business or working in distant fields. During a time of high tension and potential conflict with local Native Americans, a group of indigenous men approached the farmhouse in a manner that suggested a possible attack. Margaret recounted that she felt a sudden and profound 'spirit of peace' and protection. Instead of hiding, she went out to meet them with kindness, offering them food and bread she had prepared. The group's hostile intent was immediately neutralized, and they left the property peacefully. Margaret attributed this safety to divine intervention and the sacred nature of the Church Farm mission.