"Slow Beginnings"

Hello Family and Friends,                            10/29/12

         Man, what a crazy week it has been. Sorry for the wimpy e-mail last time.  The computer was a piece of work, but this week it was good. Transfers went smoothly.  Well, I better start with “Missionary weekly”.

Missionary Weekly

          Welcome to “Missionary Weekly” where we check out the Cougars on Campus.... I mean Missionaries in the Field. Today, we see how the transfers brought little change and how the preparation for Sister F's Baptism is coming along.  We will also see how Halloween is for Missionaries.  What are the plans for this year’s celebration?  Read all this and more on “Missionary Weekly”.

          Transfer Report: So Not much has happened in the District, only we have a new sister missionary, which I served with in the Auburn Zone (Nevada City). Her name is Sister Lovelund.  My Comp is no longer District Leader.  One of the other Elders is now District Leader.  Elder Miller was a little depressed, but he is now getting over it.  He is now doing well and is “Kick Butt” awesome.

         Slow Beginning: Yeah, that pretty much says it all, “slow beginning”. Week one has always been the slowest week of each transfer on my Mission. Sister F is still doing well and we have a lesson with her tomorrow.  The other two are coming along, as well, but I don't think they'll be able to be baptized by November 10^th.  We will have to move their dates.

         Hair troubles?: For some reason my comp thought it would be cool to bleach his already blonde hair, more blonde.  So... yeah, we fixed it and he's looking better now.  Ha, ha, ha.

         That's it for all the “Missionary Weekly”!!!!

 Now, to the GREAT Q & A CORNER!!!!

Q1.   How are you and Elder Miller doing?  Are you teaching lots of lessons?  How are your investigators doing?  I hope all is on track for Baptisms on the 10th of this month.  Be sure to take a few pictures for your scrapbook.

A1.  We are doing well.   It was a slow start, but we are moving forward. Our investigators are doing well and progressing.  Will do!!!  I promise to take some pictures.

Q2.   Are you still in a car?  Have you been tracting?  Dad wants to know if you have found any new investigators thru tracting?  Does your ward members help with referrals?  Have you created any activities that would bring you in contact with new investigators?

A2.  Yeah, I hope we keep the car. lol.  We don’t do a lot of tracting. Not in this area yet.  Our ward helps a little, but not a whole lot of referrals.  We do “Sing Tracting”, where we sing a hymn while we are at the doorstep.

Q3.   Now, for your favorite questions.  What was the best part of this past week?  What was the most challenging part of this past week?  What was the funniest part of this past week?  What motivated you the most this past week?

A3. The best part of the week would be the dinner we had last night.  It was a “Ghoulish” dinner. ha ha ha. The challenge would be finding the actual drive to do stuff.  I think Miller's Hair troubles were the funniest part of the week. ha ha ha. Just reading out of the scriptures is my motivation.

Q4.   Did you get the "Halloween Package" yet?  We mailed it on Thursday.  Do you have any requests?  Did you get a letter from the Bishop?  He called to get your address a while back.  

A4. Not yet, might get it today!!! Mom you know me, what do I request each time? Music... Yeah I did get a letter from Bishop Gerrard. I was planning on writing him back soon.

Q5.    I got a letter from Evonne Guzzle this week.  She is doing well.  She is going to ask for an extension.  She would come home in February but now she will come home in March or April.  Do you think you would ask for an extension if it were an option?  Are you enjoying your mission?  What has been your favorite area?

A5. Maybe. if I get to that point.  Maybe....Yeah, I really enjoy it a lot. Of course my favorite area is my "Birth" area, Chico 5th!!!

Q6.   President McCleave talked at a High Priest Social the other night.  He talked about why we should write in journals.  Are you writing in your journal?  It is not only for you but others who may need the same inspiration.  Martin may be inspired from your experiences and thoughts.  It won't be long till he is living the same experiences and facing the same decisions.

A6. I've been slacking big time on that I really need to do better.

         Well, that's it for this email.

 Love ya!!!

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Lumberjacks

Hello family and friends                                                10/22/12

Man what a crazy week 6, lets just head to “Missionary Weekly”....

“Missionary Week... Oh, before I do that let me answer a couple of questions that I didn't answer last time. Yes, accept the request from Travis. He's cool and he doesn't look like that any more.

LOG CHOPPING SERVICE!!! Yep, we had a lumberjack service.  We were cutting logs, tossing logs and delivering logs. We were with one of our other investigators. He actual offered to deliver some wood to one of our recent converts, so that was awesome.

Bleached hair!!!! Elder Miller had a funny idea to bleach his hair? lol!!! I'll send pictures soon.

Q & A corner!!!!!!!

 Q1.  First question would have to be what happened with transfers?  How are you feeling about that process today?  Do transfers make your P-day more hectic and different from normal?

A1.  Nothing happened for transfers. We're still together and Elder Miller is no longed District leader. That means less exchanges, yes!

Q2.  How are things progressing for the Baptisms (November 10th)?  Are all your investigators moving forward?  How is Sister Franks?  How is Kyle?  How is Brother Glass?  What about the new investigator? How are you feeling about all of them and their testimonies?

A2.  Sis Franks is still gung ho about it. The other two are not as much. Well, we haven't been able to go over to the other two homes as much.

Q3.  What was your favorite day this past week?  Why would that day be your favorite?  What was the most fun you had this week?

A3.  I have no idea what my favorite day was.  They were all good!!! If I had to choose, it would be Sunday. Sunday was a great spiritual experience and had great talks.

Q4.   Choose something in your ward, neighborhood or community that made an impression on you?  It could be a bad, good or odd impression.  It could be a person, a thing, a place or a view that made you think or take notice.  We want to hear about it.

A4.  What made a great impression on me was a talk on Sunday, by one of our high councilmen about missionaries.  I swear this guy will be a general authority soon.

 Q5.  How are all your clothes holding up?  Do you need anything particular?  Do you have enough p-day clothes?  What did you do on p-day today?  What o you enjoy doing on your down time?

A5 Yeah, my clothes are fine. On my down time, I pop in my “Saints and Soldier” CD and doodle or relax. Maybe play magic or whatever it doesn't matter.

Q6.   Are you staying motivated and inspired?  What scripture or talk do you go to when you need a boost or a push in the right direction?  Did anything you taught or heard this past week renew your energy or motivate you?

A6.  Yeah, it would help if you could find Gordon B. Hinckley’s talk on missionary work.  I would love to listen or read that.

Well that’s it. Sorry, the computer is crap and I got to go.

Love ya,

Elder Morris

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"Area Blitz"

                                                                                 10/15/12

Hello Family and Friends,

         What a crazy week this has been with missionary work. I guess I have to do the other version of “Missionary Weekly“, again. 

Missionary Weekly

Three baptisms on one day? So, I guess I'll do a baptism update. We now have three baptisms on November 10th. We have Sister F, a 12 year-old boy named Kyle, and Bob.  With Bob, though, it’s unsure because he didn't want to get baptized till after the election and only if Romney wins.  Sister F for sure will be baptized on November 10th.

         An Area Blitz!!!: So one day the Paradise 1st ward Elders came over for lunch and the “Greenie” looked upset.  We asked him what was wrong, and he told us that he had a hard time on his last exchange with the Zone Leaders.  So we gave him a blessing and we decided to cheer him up by “Blitzing” in their area.  It went kind of good except we were bashed on by a JW. We found them two less actives and a potential investigator, so it was all-good.

New Investigator: We picked up a great new investigator. His name is Jon and he is very animated and a fun guy. We definitely see him being baptized soon.

Time for Q&A CORNER!!!!!!

Q1.   How are your investigators?  How many lessons did you teach?  Are you seeing progress with Sister F and all those you are teaching?

A1. They are doing very well. We taught 20 lessons this week. Oh yeah, she loves the Ward and the lessons we teach.

Q2.   You look very tan in your pictures.  Are you tan?  Do you like the sun and weather in California?  How is the weather there?  Is it getting cooler and rainy?  We have had some cooler weather and quite a bit of rain lately.  It should warm back up this week.

A2.  I am a little bit tan. I enjoy the sun a little bit, but it’s really starting to get cooler.  It’s not rainy yet, but soon.

Q3.  What was the best thing that happened this past week?  What was a funny thing that happened this week?  What motivated you or inspired you to work harder this week?  What was the important message at Church this week?

A3. The best thing this past week would probably be doing the “Blitz” in the 1sr ward area.  I don’t know what the funniest thing about this past week was. The thing that motivated me would be the baptisms that are coming up. An important message at Church was a talk about recognizing the answers that the spirit gives me.

Q4.  When is the next transfer?  Are you pretty sure Elder Miller will get transferred?  How do you feel about that?  Do you feel you are ready to be in charge as they say?  We are so proud of all you have done and continue to do.  Stay strong and stay faithful.

A4. Transfers aren’t till the end of this week. I’m a little bit sure that Elder Miller will get transferred, we'll see. I feel ok about his transfer, but we'll see.  I feel a little bit ready to be in “charge”.

Q5.   Is there anything you need?  Do you give out candy on Halloween?  Are there restrictions for you on Halloween?  Can I send you a package of Halloween fun?  That has to be a strange Holiday for Missionaries.  Ha, Ha. 

A5. Not really, just my account info. Maybe we’ll give out candy and it will probably be a P-day. (idk)

Q6.   Do you feel well?  Are you staying healthy?  How about the asthma?  Are you wearing your retainer?  Are you taking a vitamin?  You looked great in your p-day photos.  I’m proud of you for staying fit and strong.  I have got to get busy in that area. 

A6. Yep, I feel good. Yep, I’m staying healthy.  My asthma is fine. I’m not really wearing my retainer. Nope, I don’t take a vitamin right now. I'm doing my best to stay in shape.

Well, I gotta get going, love ya!!!!

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Miracle Investigator

హలో కుటుంబ అండ్ ఫ్రెండ్స్ (Halō kuṭumba aṇḍ phreṇḍs) (Telugu)

         What an amazing week!!! It was awesome!!! Man, lets just head to “Missionary Weekly”, so I can tell you all about it. This one is going be a different kind of “Missionary Weekly”. Instead of day by day I'm just going to share the spiritual experiences through out the week.

Missionary Weekly

          Miracle Announcement!!!: So we have an Investigator her name is Marilyn. She was taught by Missionaries before, but dropped them because she felt a little overwhelmed. Elder Miller and Elder Pennock were very upset.  They prayed and fasted for her. On my first Sunday here, Sister F came to Church. I didn't know at first, because I was new. I thought she was a less active member coming back to church. Elder Miller told me that she was an investigator and she asked to take the lessons again. Now we come to this week. We had dinner with a member, who was a good friend with Sister F and was her Fellow-shipper. At dinner she asked the members there about their conversion stories. After hearing all the great stories, she announced that she resigned from the previous church, that she was going to.  She wanted to get baptized sooner. We had a date set for March, but now we have moved it to the 10th of November. That date is her birthday and my 15 month mark!!! This is so TIGHT!!!!

          Interviews: We also had Interviews with President Weston this week. It went well. I think Elder Miller is going to get transferred at the end of this Transfer, because President Weston asked us if I could take over the area?  I said, “If it comes to that I will do my best.” Elder Miller was just up talking, saying yeah that I can do it. I sure hope so.

          General Conference: What?! They are moving the age for missionaries to 18 for men and 19 for women? Martin, you might go out right when I get home!!!! Wait, never mind you have to wait till after Graduation. What are your thoughts on it? How do you feel about it? I'm excited for you man!!! Now don't think you're obligated to do it right away. Go on your own time. Conference was amazing. I love the talks!!! I will share more information in Q&A Corner.

Q & A CORNER!!!

 Q1.   How is Elder Miller feeling?  Was it just a short-lived illness or did he have the flu?  Did you get sick from him?  I hope you are both feeling well now.

A1.  He's doing fine now. It was just a short time thing.  I did not get sick, thank goodness.

 Q2.   How did the week go?  Did you enjoy Conference?  What did you think about the change in age for missionaries?  Martin will be able to leave on his mission June 2014!  How about that?  What was your favorite talk?  Tell me what meant the most to you?

A2. It went well. *see missionary weekly for more info. Oh yeah, my favorite talk was... all of them!! I loved Elder Holland's talk the most, because the night before we were talking about that same exact story, no joke, really!! It was awesome.

 Q3.   What was the best part of this past week?  What was the biggest challenge or trial for you this past week?  What made you smile and laugh this past week?  What was most unique or strange about this past week?

A3.  Mom, you do know these are the hardest questions to answer, right? The Miracle of Sister F was the best part of this past week. Over all work was the challenge. It's hard to pick one thing that made me smile. Answer 2 above was the strange thing or unique part of this past week.

Q4.   How are your investigators doing?  How many lessons did you teach?  Do you and Elder Miller evenly share the lead when you teach?  Did you learn anything new or special this week during your lessons or visits?

A4. They are doing well. We taught 19 lessons. Yep, We share the lead in our lessons. I need to work on being more simple when I teach.

Q5.   Can you listen to books on tape?  Is that something you might like for Christmas? There are lots of inspirational stories or books that I might be able to get on CD.  One I thought about was "The Christmas Box" by Richard Paul Evans.  Is there anything special you think you would enjoy for Christmas?  I know it is only October, but you know me I like to plan ahead. lol

A5. Yeah, I can if they are mission library or the standard works, but I can listen to other church CDs as well. That one would be awesome. One CD, I  REALLY, REALLY WANT, is called, "It's Christmas time" by Eclipse. Awesome Christmas music!!! I will think of other stuff later. Now, Mom I have a question for you, WHY THE HECK IS THE MAIL SOOOOOOO SLOW? I didn't get the package till Saturday... thank you, by the way.

Q6.   Are you getting invited to dinner regularly?  Are the members in your ward helpful in "finding" new contacts?  Is there anyone in particular that you admire or like in your ward?  Do you get to participate in your ward often?

A6.  Yes we get invited to dinner most of the time. Yep, members are helpful in finding new contacts. The Rathburns are cool. Not sure how to answer that since things have been different at church lately because of conferences and stuff.

         Well, that's it for this email. I miss you all and love ya too.

                                    Elder Nathaniel Morris

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Alma 53:20-21

Hello Family and Friends,                                          10/3/12

        

Hey, sorry this is two days late. I really need to do better about emailing. Let's just get to the point, “Missionary Weekly”.

 Missionary Weekly

 Tuesday - Lesson with sister Franks. Went well. We watched the “Prophet of the Restoration” (the Hour one) with her. She really enjoyed it. Sadly though, Brian was not there, but that was ok.

 Wednesday - We did service for an elderly lady in the Ward. We painted her fence, but didn't have time to finish it, so we're going to do that later today.

 Thursday - We just chilled, just kidding not much happened. I lost my planner on P-day, so I don't have anything written down.

 Friday - We helped clean a member’s home and it was horrid!!!! They will need some special professional cleaning people to fix it.

That's it for this “Missionary Weekly”.

 Now for Q & A Corner!!!!!

Q1.   How is the weather there?  Is it getting more like fall?  We are still in the 80s here but leaves are changing and flowers and vegetables are drying up and not producing anymore.  I think I am ready for a change in seasons.

A1.  It's warm in the 90"s. It’s a little bit more like fall, I can't really tell the change in seasons because of all the pine trees. 

 Q2.   Dad wants to know how you are doing with driving?  Do you feel better about it?  Do you miss the bike?  Probably not all the repairs for the bike, but do you miss riding the bike?

A2. I'm doing better I have to go on exchanges with the “Greenie” so I have to drive, but I feel more comfortable now. Yeah, other than the repairs, I miss the bike.

Q3.  A new couple moved into the Hansen's house on the corner.  The Fishbacks' had to move and the new couple (just married) are the Williams.  Sister William's parents are President and Sister Pendleton the previous President of your mission before President Weston.  Sister Williams said that California, Roseville mission is considered the “Cadillac” of Missions.  What do you think, is that what you would call it?  Do you think it is beautiful there?  Do you like the members there?

A3. It's good, but I wouldn't say it’s the “Cadillac of Missions”.  It’s definitely nice, more like a Ford Fusion. Yeah, I do like the members here.

Q4.   How are all your investigators doing?  Did any of them attend Church yesterday?  Tell us about them we would like to include them in our prayers.  What lesson or visit was your favorite this past week?

A4.  They're doing well. A few did come to Church. Pray for Bill and Bob, so they can come to church.  Pray for Sis Franks, so she can do well also. I think my favorite visit was the one with our new investigator, Kyle.  He is a twelve year-old boy and we just barely picked him up this past week. We're meeting with him Friday, so if you could also pray for him as well.

Q5.   Tell us more about Paradise?  What is your favorite thing about Paradise?  What is something exciting or unique about Paradise?  What's your favorite spot in Paradise?  Send pictures if you can.

A5. I wish I could tell you about Paradise, but it would take hours and I don't have the time. I will have to tell you next time.

Q6.   What scripture made the biggest impact on you this week?  What is something new or special you learned in your studies?  Is there a scripture or message you would like us to read this week in Family Home Evening?  We love you and want to include you in our Family Home Evenings.

A6. Alma 53:20-21 made a big impact on me this week.  This is how it reads.  Verse 20,  “And they were all young men, and they were exceedingly valiant for courage, and also for strength and activity; but behold, this was not all—they were men who were true at all times in whatsoever thing they were entrusted. Verse 21, “Yea, they were men of truth and soberness, for they had been taught to keep the commandments of God and to walk uprightly before him.”

Well that's it for this short email. I’ve got to go. Love ya.

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