Hello
once again Audience, 7/1/13
(Drip,
drip, drip) Yeah.... it’s hot.... but not too hot... okay that's a lie,
like it's 110 F.... with the humidity.... but I'm not bitter.... we did very
well this week. I'm really proud of the few things we were able to do...
especially in this heat.... We were able to pick up 3 new investigators despite
the heat. We've actually been doing more walking than riding our bikes.
We
had a few cool experiences the past few days. One of our new investigators we
actually found and talked to in a Rite Aid store. I was getting water and
talking to the cashier when we got talking about the gospel and the purpose of
missionary work. We set up a time to meet today at 7:30. It’s going to be
awesome. We also had a cool experience on Sunday.
Every 4th or 5th Sunday our ward has a
potluck dinner after church. We had a new member move into the ward and he
brought his mom, who is a non-member to the dinner. They needed a ride home and
we got two members who were on the ball.
We actually had a small lesson with them. It was the best!!!
Now
for Q & A CORNER!!!!
Q1. How are you and
Elder Henke holding up in the heat? I saw that today
it was 108 degrees in Shasta Lake! YIKES! It was 103 degrees here today. We have been breaking records every day
this past week. It is supposed to cool a little, down to 100 degrees on
the 4th. Are you drinking plenty of water and making sure you get
electrolytes, as well? Water is not enough in this heat; you need to get
electrolytes too. Just be safe.
A1.
It's Hot... it was 118 F on Saturday....
We are trying, but some days are harder than others, so we just head in until
we have our appointment. As for other things, such as tracting.... we keep it
at a minimum.
Q2.
How are your investigators? Have you seen a change in the ward's
attitude or participation in missionary work? Did you get any new
referrals? Have you made any new contacts? If you have new
investigators how did you get them? Do you think tracting is still going
to be the most effective or how do you think use of the Internet will change
your efforts? Things are sure going to change as you go out and Martin
goes into the mission field.
A2. Our investigators are doing well. The
one with a date is still a go and now that they know I will be heading home
soon they really want to do it soon... well.... other than the one couple who
are members, that gave a ride to our new investigator, not much has changed in
the ward. No new contacts yet, but if we did we would have trouble contacting
them in this heat. Just talking is effective and tracting will never be the
most effective.... well I can't really say that... but the internet will help a
lot, especially working with non-member friends of members or investigators.
Q3.
How was your Sabbath Day? Did you go to dinner at a member’s home?
What message meant something special to you from your Sabbath Day?
Tell us something about one member of your ward who inspired you or
motivates you. Did you feel a prompting today
that made a difference to you or someone else? Did anything touch you
enough to bring tears?
A3. Our Sabbath day was good. Yep, we had
dinner at a member’s home and it was all very patriotic. It was awesome. The Carpenters motivate
and inspire me because they are the perfect Ward Missionaries. None, I can
recall... that's a tough one because I can never remember specific promptings...
The heat almost brought me to tears, (jk) but nothing yet today.
Q4.
Did you get any letters this past week? Do you get emails from anybody
besides Pres Weston and Us? Do you email or write to other missionaries,
like Hannah, James, Devon, Victoria, Greg Guzzle, Josh Gerrard or any of your
friends? Do you have any questions or want to know anything about anyone
that I could find out for you? Are you taking pictures and writing in
your journal so you can share some great stuff with all of us when you get
home?
A4.
I got the package. I get emails from you... mom. I just email James and
Josh.... There is no one, really that I am especially concerned about. Yep, I’m
taking pictures and yep, I’m writing in my journal.... and I will take pictures
and write in my journal.
Q5.
What was the funniest moment this past week? What was the most
spiritual or touching moment this past week? What moved you out of your
comfort zone this past week? What made you proud and feel good this paste
week? What was your favorite task this past week? Ok, tell me
something that was on your mind often this week. It can be absolutely anything!
A5.
Seeing that it was 118 was sort of funny.... Sing the
National anthem was touching. Talking to people is always out of my
comfort zone. Actually teaching on my own at the Rite Aid store made me feel
proud and feel good.... My favorite task was getting numbers from my
District.... What kept coming into my mind was how my companion is NOT helping
me avoid being Trunky.... Dang it Henke! lol I still love him though. He has
helped me out a lot and he is just one of the best comps I have ever had.
Q6.
This one is to get you thinking...tell us one moment during your mission
that you will never forget and you consider a highlight of your Two Years!
A6.
I'll tell you when my two years are up! lol
Well
that's all folks hope to hear from all of you soon....
Until next time this is Elder Morris in Shasta Lake, CA singing
out, Peace on!!!!Do do do do do do email!
http://mormon.org/me/5JFZ/NathanMorris check it out!!!!
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