from 28 Oct 2013

Thats very very sad to hear about Rita Jones. Its been a long time since I've talked to Janny but they have a wonderful family. 

Anton,  I cant wait to talk to him about the church when I get home. Please tell him I said hi and that he can email me.

Thats crazy that Johnathan already got married! Are they living in Indiana and going to BSU or what? 

I'm not sure if I know Brother Owens but I'll be excited to meet many of the people in the stake when I get home. Theres a lot of stuff that I didnt know before the mission that now I can help and apply. I'll be pleased to meet him. 

Yesterday we had a baptism for a young man that is 25 years old. He became interested in the church when he heard about the family history work and work for our ancestors in the temple. His baptism was great and we're excited to continue teaching him and hopefully meet his parents so that they can learn about the church also. 

There is a man in our ward that his wife is a member but he isnt. He's already known about the church for almost 20 years but hasnt been baptized yet. Hes already been to church many many times and has been taught by many missionary companionships. Hes a good guy! Hes probly about 80 years old and has a little bit of a problem hearing but we taught them and had lunch with them this week. We dont know exactly what hes missing to be baptized but he said something really interesting. He asked, "Why would I baptize myself in a church that I'm not important to any of the people?" I believe that this old man just needs to feel like he belongs in the Lords only true church and that we truly want him there. Its incredible what small visits can do to help people. We underestimate the power and value of a visit for an investigator, less active member or even an active member of the church. When we love these people and visit them with a message inspired by a prophet of God or from the Savior himself, we carry the Spirit with us and He will touch these peoples hearts. THey need our help and we can and will be instruments and angels in the Lord's hands to bless the lives and heal the broken heart of a child of God. I know this is true and that if we pray for opportunities and then ACT on this promptings we will rescue souls and bring families unto Christ. 

I love you, Mom and am thankful for your help and prayers. I hope to hear from you soon!