tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-46821585884261993452023-11-16T02:41:29.842-08:00Anziano Skyler RigbyUnknownnoreply@blogger.comBlogger107125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4682158588426199345.post-82851371384832427782015-05-18T13:08:00.001-07:002015-05-18T13:08:13.767-07:00Last One<div style="text-align: justify;">
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Well here it is. The last email. I have been running around like crazy this last week making sure everything was ready for the baptism. It almost didn't happen. But we were able to do it. </div>
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So <span class="Object" id="OBJ_PREFIX_DWT89" style="color: darkblue; cursor: pointer;">Monday</span> we skyped, <span class="Object" id="OBJ_PREFIX_DWT90" style="color: darkblue; cursor: pointer;">Tuesday</span> we had our district meeting and a scambio with the APs that carried over to <span class="Object" id="OBJ_PREFIX_DWT91" style="color: darkblue; cursor: pointer;">Wednesday</span>, then <span class="Object" id="OBJ_PREFIX_DWT92" style="color: darkblue; cursor: pointer;">Thursday</span> we had Moses's wedding which went well. <span class="Object" id="OBJ_PREFIX_DWT93" style="color: darkblue; cursor: pointer;">Friday</span> we had a branch activity about the pioneers. It was fun. We got bolo ties and sang a couple country songs, and then me and Anz. Bates shared some stories about our ancestors that crossed the plains. </div>
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And <span class="Object" id="OBJ_PREFIX_DWT94" style="color: darkblue; cursor: pointer;">Saturday</span> we had the baptism! It went well and there were a lot of people. Most of the Branch was there, and then there were all the relatives of Mimmo and his wife. I made cinnamon rolls for after and I guess they were pretty good 'cause they were gone in 2 minutes! There were a couple people who wanted the recipe so that was cool.</div>
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That is what we did for the week. We didn't have very many lessons because we were running around so much dealing with all these crazy activities! But it was good. The week went by really fast. We said goodbye to everybody <span class="Object" id="OBJ_PREFIX_DWT95" style="color: darkblue; cursor: pointer;">yesterday</span> at church because they were going up to the temple this week and because I am leaving to Rome on <span class="Object" id="OBJ_PREFIX_DWT96" style="color: darkblue; cursor: pointer;">Saturday</span>. We have a scambio again this week so we won't be back at our house until <span class="Object" id="OBJ_PREFIX_DWT97" style="color: darkblue; cursor: pointer;">Wednesday</span> afternoon. Then I need to pack, write everybody, and print out pictures to give people. It is going to be a crazy week. </div>
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Looking back, I think one of the biggest things I've learned on my mission is that the gospel gives you what you put into it. If you are going to church and doing what's right, that's great. Good on ya'. You can go through life pretty happy. But if you are anxiously engaged in the gospel, if you are constantly looking for more, looking to learn, and looking to help others and follow the counsel of the prophets, you will gain a lot more. You will be happier, and the Lord will use you to complete his work.</div>
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I am glad that I have served a mission. It has been hard, but I am glad. I love you guys very, very much and I can't wait to see you! I will see you <span class="Object" id="OBJ_PREFIX_DWT98" style="color: darkblue; cursor: pointer;">next Tuesday</span>!!!</div>
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Love always, Anziano Rigby</div>
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<span style="font-family: Helvetica Neue, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Also, on April 28, 2015 all the missionaries in the Italy Rome Mission were brought together for a special conference on technology with Elder David A. Bednar and two members of the Quorum of the Seventy, as well as their wives. </span></div>
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Wow time is flying by! It's crazy. So this week we taught Mimmo, and he is getting ready for baptism on the <span class="Object" id="OBJ_PREFIX_DWT45" style="color: darkblue; cursor: pointer; text-decoration: none;">16 of May</span>. He is a really good guy, and he is ready! We also have Moses that has a bap date for <span class="Object" id="OBJ_PREFIX_DWT46" style="color: darkblue; cursor: pointer; text-decoration: none;">30 of May</span>. She is just waiting for her marriage papers. But it's all good. We also got a new investigator named Carlo. He is so cool. I love him already!!! He is so sincere. He is the friend of a member and he has been coming to church for the last 3 weeks, and this last week he even bore his testimony in sacrament meeting. We are going to invite him to be baptised on the <span class="Object" id="OBJ_PREFIX_DWT47" style="color: darkblue; cursor: pointer; text-decoration: none;">6 of June</span>. I think it will go through.</div>
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Other than that, we are doing some finding and we are also teaching other people. They just aren't really progressing that much...but that's okay. We are also teaching a couple 7-year-olds in the ward who are getting ready for baptism. It's pretty fun. Haha, I've never done it before in any other area but it's good. I enjoy it because I can practice teaching really simply.</div>
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Alright, so this week and a half has been a pretty crazy one! Haha, we've been busy with work and finding, and just missionary life in general! Haha, and then <span class="Object" id="OBJ_PREFIX_DWT89" style="color: darkblue; cursor: pointer; text-decoration: none;">Sunday</span> night we went to the Anziani's house in Taranto to sleep the night and then we were off M<span class="Object" id="OBJ_PREFIX_DWT90" style="color: darkblue; cursor: pointer; text-decoration: none;">onday</span> morning to Rome. It took pretty much all day. We were put in an old nun convent. Haha, so yeah, kind of interesting. Funny if you ask me. :) I was reunited with my son (Mika). It was a huge reunion...200 missionaries.</div>
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Alright, so we have been working hard here in Statte the past couple days. Anziano Puff (the missionary that I replaced here) did some awesome work here. So we have a lot of stuff to do. The branch members are way awesome, and way into missionary work which is cool. I'm still trying to get my bearings on everything and what not, but <u> ( ? ) </u> it's working. We have a car here because the area is pretty spread out, and so that's fun. Anziano Bates drives and I navigate. But really I just act as the DJ :) Haha. </div>
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So, Yeah. Anziano Bates is from Arizona and he is awesome. Way good at the language, smart, funny, haha and he does some pretty sick voice impersonations. All in all, a great guy. We get along well and that's cool. We have a couple bap dates for May and we are pushing hard for those. Moses from Nigeria, Mimmo who is an Italian, and... yeah, I can't think of anything else right now. </div>
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Statte is really cool. It kind of reminds me of Idaho a little bit... it's pretty windy, there's a lot of farms and orchards. I t's beautiful. Overall, I'm doing good. We are preparing to go up to Rome for the conference with Elder Bednar. ...Did I tell you about that? Hahah, boh, well yeah. He's coming to introduce iPads to the mission <span class="Object" id="OBJ_PREFIX_DWT45" style="color: darkblue; cursor: pointer; text-decoration: none;">next Tuesday</span>. So we will be up there. We will also be doing P-day on that <span class="Object" id="OBJ_PREFIX_DWT46" style="color: darkblue; cursor: pointer; text-decoration: none;">Thursday</span> instead of <span class="Object" id="OBJ_PREFIX_DWT47" style="color: darkblue; cursor: pointer; text-decoration: none;">Monday</span>. So next week it's <span class="Object" id="OBJ_PREFIX_DWT48" style="color: darkblue; cursor: pointer; text-decoration: none;">Thursday</span>. </div>
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This week was good. It was full of....finding! We had a ton of lessons planned, and none of them went through! Oh man. It was always the morning of, they would call us to tell us they had something come up and they couldn't meet. It was a little discouraging, but we were able to hit the streets and meet some cool people.</div>
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Alright, well Happy Easter! Haha, I hope everybody had a fun time, and that you were all able to think about Christ's sacrifice a little bit more throughout the day.</div>
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I had a good week. It started out playing paintball! Woo-hoo! Haha, it was way fun. It was a nice little change up from what we normally do. Then we went back to work. We did a bit of finding this week which was fun. Haha, I am always grateful for the Lord's help in that aspect. It's awesome to see the difference. If you go out with a smile on your face and a goal to be happy and to say hi to everybody, then you are going to have a fun time. If you go out grumpy, you're gonna be grumpy. It's your choice. </div>
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We taught Pietro on Wednesday and he committed to come to General Conference. But he didn't end up coming. It was a little discouraging. But we also met with Giordana. We taught her the Restoration, and we set a bap date with her for the <span class="Object" id="OBJ_PREFIX_DWT194" style="color: darkblue; cursor: pointer; text-decoration: none;">9th of May</span>. Woo-hoo! Haha, so that was cool. This next week we are supposed to meet with her at a member's home which should be really exciting! :)</div>
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Other than that, y<span class="Object" id="OBJ_PREFIX_DWT195" style="color: darkblue; cursor: pointer; text-decoration: none;">esterday</span>, because it was the day after Easter, we were supposed to do a deep clean on the apartment. So we did that. <span class="Object" id="OBJ_PREFIX_DWT196" style="color: darkblue; cursor: pointer; text-decoration: none;">Today</span> was our P-day. We decided to go to the Napoli underground which was actually really cool! Haha. I took some pics that I'll send to you. It's crazy the things that are under the city. It's really funny because I've talked with old timers who talked about their younger days and how they would go down there with friends to play. Crazy.</div>
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So this week we receive our transfer calls! Haha, my last one... Yikes! I really don't know whether I'm staying or going. I think it could go either way. Anyway, we'll see. :)</div>
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13671651037852943547noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4682158588426199345.post-19255210137887434922015-03-30T10:54:00.000-07:002015-05-04T10:57:35.871-07:00"P" stands for Paintball!!!<div style="text-align: justify;">
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Well, if you can't tell by the title of the E-mail, t<span class="Object" id="OBJ_PREFIX_DWT131" style="color: darkblue; cursor: pointer;">oday</span> for P-day we played paintball. We found a field behind out house and so we organized it with Napoli so it was 4 against 4. It was pretty sick. I think we all had fun? Haha.</div>
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So this week, as far as the work, was a little slow. BUT, we are doing stuff. We are working on growing it again right now. There are people out there that are waiting for us. We just need to find them. :)</div>
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I'm doing good. Haha, there's really nothing to report. Our work is continuing to go forward.</div>
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We taught Pietro about the Word of wisdom, which went well. He has committed to stop smoking and he is working on that. We are going to talk about coming to church this week cause his soccer will end soon and then it will be important for him to come to church.</div>
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It has been a little warmer this week which was really nice! Haha, I always like this spring weather...</div>
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Well, I love you all! Haha, I hope you are having a good time there and that all is going well. Keep your heads up and look for the miracles around you, cause they're there! Take care.</div>
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Wow, this week has been pretty crazy. It's been busy with traveling and conferences, and finding! Woo-hoo!</div>
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So this week was really good. We are seeing great miracles! We were able to set another baptismal date with Francesco. He is up and down, and we never are quite sure what to think about him. We went into the lesson expecting to do a drop lesson, and instead we came out with a date for his baptism. He needs to find some self-drive somewhere between now and then! Haha, or else it's not gonna happen...It's really the basics that make the difference. Reading, praying, going to church. Really, it's just having a sincere interest in what you're doing. Haha.</div>
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13671651037852943547noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4682158588426199345.post-64689241241300904872015-03-16T11:06:00.000-07:002015-05-04T11:10:56.135-07:00Rain!<br />
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Alright, well I don't have much time. <span class="Object" id="OBJ_PREFIX_DWT179" style="color: darkblue; cursor: pointer;"><span class="Object" id="OBJ_PREFIX_DWT180" style="cursor: pointer;">Today</span></span> we are going to a member's house who lives a little ways out. It's raining outside right now, but it's not that heavy. It's nice here when it rains. It acts like a purifier. After a day of rain, you can look out at the ocean and see everything. The islands, the boats, the waves on the ocean. It's really cool. It's just like baptism. After the washing, its all calm. Just like after baptism. </div>
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Well, haha, needless to say, I think both me and Anziano Pope were a little surprised to hear that we were staying together for a third transfer! But we're excited for this transfer! We are becoming better at teaching together and we are seeing miracles! </div>
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So yeah, this week we were finally able to set a baptismal date with Pietro! Woo-hoo! It's set for <span class="Object" id="OBJ_PREFIX_DWT263" style="color: darkblue; cursor: pointer; text-decoration: none;">April 18th</span>. I am sure that he will be baptised. He is just what this branch needs. We are working on doing more role-plays and I am really excited to see the effect that it has on our teaching. I know that it's making a difference. </div>
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Wow, this week has gone by fast! It was packed with stuff, which was cool. First, we had a scambio with the Zone leaders Wednesday and <span class="Object" id="OBJ_PREFIX_DWT283" style="color: darkblue; cursor: pointer; text-decoration: none;">Thursday</span>. It went well. I was with Anziano Grahm on <span class="Object" id="OBJ_PREFIX_DWT284" style="color: darkblue; cursor: pointer; text-decoration: none;">Wednesday</span> and we were doing finding. I always enjoy doing finding with new people because it gives you a chance to try something new, see what they do, and it helps get you out of the rut of saying the same thing over and over. We had some success and I'm hoping that they get some new investigators out of it.</div>
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Haha ....Ah! That's my reaction to you receiving that e-mail! Mamma Mia! I'm not sure whether to be happy or scared! Haha, not scared just...I don't know. I can't explain it. <i><span style="color: #38761d;">(We received the email with his release date of May 26th and I asked him how he feels about only having three and a half months left.)</span></i></div>
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Well, this week has been pretty good. Right now it's snowing so that's weird... I'm freezing my behind off! Haha, I'm not outfitted for all this white stuff to be floating around! Haha, so we went to Pompeii <span class="Object" id="OBJ_PREFIX_DWT131" style="color: darkblue; cursor: pointer;">today</span> and it was funny because we were standing there as it was snowing and we were wondering if that's what it looked like when the ash was falling...? Maybe? Haha, but, yeah, it was fun! It's still weird to think that I live under Mt Vesuvius. Weird.<br />
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Oh! Haha, so weird, unexpected news. We're moving apartments! We now have a new one much closer to the church. You can still send stuff to the old one because the other Anziani will still be there. So you can do that until I can get you the new address. Yeah, it's pretty cool.</div>
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So this week we taught Francsco and he is progressing! Haha, and he is coming to church! It is so cool to see him because he is changing. That's when you know that it's sinking in. Hehe :) So yeah. He is praying for a date right now. We want it to come from him.<br />
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Pietro is also doing well. We invited him to be baptized if he recieves an answer that this is true and he said he would! He still can't come to church but he is getting there. Thank you, thank you, thank you so much for your prayers! You are making the difference. You are helping the Lord perform his work!</div>
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This week has been really rainy here in Napoli. It even hailed a little! Haha, not many people knew what to do on the road! But it was a good week for missionary work. We are working towards our vision of a family and we are also working towards working with/ helping members come closer to Christ in their daily life, but also through missionary work! I really have a testimony of the importance of this work. I also have seen and come to know that even solid members that have been part of the church forever need a boost every now and then too. There is no one who is above learning and growing in the gospel. I truly believe that when we understand the gospel more fully, we have the natural desire to share it because we are more converted. I have to say that my desire to share the gospel with others has grown a lot during my mission as I have become more converted.</div>
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So this week we were going out finding and we ran into this man we had met a couple weeks back. It was funny because we had tried to call him the day before but he didn't answer. But anyway, he remembered us and said he was free that morning and we could come to his house so we went with him. We began to see that he wasn't all together. He had gotten into something that had affected his brain but he was still a really good guy. So we went to his house and he rung the doorbell and nobody answered...apparently his mom had left and he didn't have any keys. He started to freak out pretty bad as he began to cuss and think of what he could do to get in. After a couple minutes Anziano Pope suggested that we pray for help. The man was willing so we stood there and said a prayer, after which this man calmed down substantially. And a couple minutes later his mom came walking around the corner! He soon realized that God had answered his prayer and he was very grateful. His mom is Catholic but nice. It was a cool experience and you could see the difference that the gospel makes... not even the gospel, but just prayer alone makes in our lives. </div>
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Francesco is doing better but sadly he will not be ready for his baptismal date the <span class="Object" id="OBJ_PREFIX_DWT135" style="color: darkblue; cursor: pointer; text-decoration: none;">14th of February</span>. He still has quite a bit to learn and do before he is ready for baptism. One of the biggest problems is his obedience to the word of wisdom. He needs to start following that. We are working with him a lot and, step by step, he is improving. We are getting him to read and pray everyday and then to come to church every week. You can see a difference.</div>
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Me and Anziano Pope are doing well. We are looking for new investigators and trying to contact the people we have talked to in the last couple weeks. No one will answer their phones!!! Lame! :( Haha, It's okay. We keep trying. But, yeah, that's pretty much it. Life is good! I'm glad that I can be here. It really is a huge blessing. The church is true! AND IF YOU HAVE DOUBTS, PRAY ABOUT IT! :) </div>
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This week was pretty good. Haha, I started getting sick on Thursday, and so <span class="Object" id="OBJ_PREFIX_DWT165" style="color: darkblue; cursor: pointer;">Friday</span> and <span class="Object" id="OBJ_PREFIX_DWT166" style="color: darkblue; cursor: pointer;">Saturday</span> were kind of crummy but all is well! I'm getting better! It was just a sore throat and a runny nose...and a little bit of a fever, but it's pretty much all gone. </div>
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Pietro is doing well. He is kind of busy and hasn't started reading the Book of Mormon yet so we read with him. It is crazy because when he reads he understands really well! He is able to read and pull out the principles that can be applied to himself. He is praying and says he wants to come to church as soon as his soccer ends. I am hoping he can find another job so he can quit soccer and come to church! I know that if he starts reading by himself that he will feel a difference.</div>
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Francesco is also doing well. We are meeting with him often and we are pushing hard for his baptism! He is capable of doing it, but he just needs to apply himself. He wants to be part of the Catholic church and our church at the same time. We told him that he can receive an answer of what he needs to do from God. Now he just needs to read and pray and listen. We send him a text every night with a verse for him to read. I think it helps him. Now he just needs to understand the importance of coming to church! We might need to push back his baptism date a little bit but we will get him there! </div>
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This week I received a call from the office saying that I needed to go pick up my Permesso di Soggiorno in Pescara, sooo guess where we went this week? Haha, that's why I pulled out more money... I'm sorry! Gosh, I really feel horrible about it. But it was cool to see some old friends and to see how they are doing. Everything went well and now we are back safe and sound. :) ALSO, we received transfer calls and I am staying here with Anziano Pope! Woo-hoo! We are in a threesome right now because Anziano Turner left <span class="Object" id="OBJ_PREFIX_DWT69" style="color: darkblue; cursor: pointer;">this morning</span> to go home. He finished! Crazy! He is a cool guy and I really enjoyed serving here with him. Great missionary. </div>
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13671651037852943547noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4682158588426199345.post-41158800066054858202015-01-12T09:59:00.000-08:002015-01-16T10:06:06.708-08:00Jan. 12<div style="text-align: justify;">
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This week was really good as far as work goes. We were able to get 4 lessons with investigators, and a lesson with a new convert! Haha, I know they aren't the best numbers, but it felt pretty good for me! </div>
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We taught Franceso this week. He is 19... He just doesn't quite get the idea that this church is the only true church, The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. He is pretty attached to the catholic church and the Madonna. ... He knows this is true. Deep down he knows. </div>
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We also met with Pietro. He is 31 and lives in Pozzuoli. We taught him the Restoration and Prayer. The spirit was really strong and I know that he felt it. At the end of the lesson he said the prayer, and the spirit was very strong. I am kicking myself pretty hard right now for not saying right after the prayer, "You know how you feel right now? That is the spirit. This is how you will receive your answer that these things are true. ...This IS your answer."</div>
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13671651037852943547noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4682158588426199345.post-35237637135699914772015-01-05T09:18:00.002-08:002015-01-05T19:37:41.082-08:002015 A time for new beginnings<span style="background-color: white;">Hello my friends :)</span><br />
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I'm sorry I couldn't write you all <span class="Object" id="OBJ_PREFIX_DWT45" style="color: darkblue; cursor: pointer;">today</span>. I just have to do a mass e-mail. I love you all and I hope you know that. </div>
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This week was pretty crazy. It was really cold for a good three days or so. Haha I bought a pair of long johns to wear underneath my suit and that saved me! Haha who would have thought that it would be cold in Napoli? Haha not me. And apparently not anyone else either. It even snowed! Haha the last time it snowed here was like more then 15 years ago. </div>
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We spent a couple days looking for and visiting members. It was pretty good. It was really good actually. Haha I love visiting members. I love hearing their testimonies and learning about their love for the gospel. Haha one of the families even gave us some blankets for <span class="Object" id="OBJ_PREFIX_DWT46" style="color: darkblue; cursor: pointer;">Christmas</span>! Haha we were pretty excited. :)</div>
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We got a new investigator this week named Isaac. He is from Ghana and is really cool. We taught him the restoration and the spirit was really strong. I know that he felt it and I know that it bore testimony of what we were saying.</div>
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I am very sorry to hear of the passing of grandpa. I love him very much and I feel bad that I did not do more with him when I could. I know that it is not easy to deal with, but I do know that the gospel is a huge help. It is through the gospel that we can overcome these challenges and difficulties. And I know this is NOT the end, but only the beginning. If you ever have doubts or even just a question, pray to God. Tell him what's bothering you and ask for clarification. He will give you an answer. I know this is true. </div>
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13671651037852943547noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4682158588426199345.post-57044901856884062432014-12-29T09:18:00.000-08:002015-01-05T19:37:00.085-08:00Post-Christmas<span style="background-color: white;">Well you guys, It was good seeing you! Haha, what an awesome blessing. Well I don't really have anything to say today. We talked on </span><span class="Object" id="OBJ_PREFIX_DWT67" style="background-color: white; color: darkblue; cursor: pointer;">Thursday</span><span style="background-color: white;"> and then </span><span class="Object" id="OBJ_PREFIX_DWT68" style="background-color: white; color: darkblue; cursor: pointer;">Friday</span><span style="background-color: white;"> we watched our movies, had a lunch appointment, and did some missionary work. and then </span><span class="Object" id="OBJ_PREFIX_DWT69" style="background-color: white; color: darkblue; cursor: pointer;">Saturday</span><span style="background-color: white;"> we visited a lady in the branch and talked with a big group of scouts. Haha that was pretty cool :)</span><br />
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But yeah. That's about it. Today for P-day we went to the theater here in Napoli it's huge! It is by Via Toledo if you want to look it up. We got to stay and watch a little of the rehearsal for the nutcracker. They are opening tomorrow so it was pretty good :) Way cool! I really like that stuff. The arts are really awesome. So yeah. That's it! Thanks again for the great <span class="Object" id="OBJ_PREFIX_DWT71" style="color: darkblue; cursor: pointer;">Christmas</span> and for being such a great family! Haha keep it up and I'll talk to you next week :) Ciao!</div>
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Wow, I can't belive that <span class="Object" id="OBJ_PREFIX_DWT169" style="color: darkblue; cursor: pointer;">Christmas</span> is in 3 days!!! It is crazy that time flies so fast. It seems like it was not that long ago when I was Skyping you for Mothers Day. And here we are!</div>
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This last week was good. We again did a lot of finding, but we are meeting some cool people who will hopefully turn into investigators. <span class="Object" id="OBJ_PREFIX_DWT170" style="color: darkblue; cursor: pointer;">Last night</span> we went to Pozzuoli and did caroling. It was good! Haha, it was way fun.</div>
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As far as the e-mail about being district leader, I don't know why that was sent to me now. Or to you for that matter! Haha, I'm not district leader right now. I was in Pescara, but Anziano Turner is the DL here. Haha, boh. I don't know.</div>
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Well, I am really excited to see you all! I love you! And yeah, 10 or 11 your time <span class="Object" id="OBJ_PREFIX_DWT172" style="color: darkblue; cursor: pointer;">Christmas</span> morning. Boo-yaw Diggidy. Till then!</div>
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Well, this week has been good. I saw Anziano Jones off and I am excited for him. He will do great. Anziano Pope is my new comp. He is great! He has lots of good ideas, he's hard working, he has a vision, and he loves the work. </div>
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This week we did a lot of finding. In fact, that's pretty much all we did! Haha, but we have gotten quite a bit of contacts and we are growing our pool of people to teach (hopefully). We met these two really nice older ladies on the street while we were waiting for a bus. One of them knew the missionaries a ways back and the other had never heard of us. We talked to them for a good half hour and they really liked us, and we really liked them. At the end, they both wanted to hear more and the lady that had never heard of our church before invited us over to her house for lunch this <span class="Object" id="OBJ_PREFIX_DWT197" style="color: darkblue; cursor: pointer;">next Sunday</span>. She has 4 children and 7 grandchildren. We're hoping that at least some of them are visiting because it will be right before <span class="Object" id="OBJ_PREFIX_DWT198" style="color: darkblue; cursor: pointer;">Christmas</span>. I have a really good feeling about it. I think something will come out of it. </div>
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Other than that, we are just looking for opportunities to serve and finding ways to spread <span class="Object" id="OBJ_PREFIX_DWT199" style="color: darkblue; cursor: pointer;">Christmas</span> Joy! The world is too sad. It needs some brightening up. :) I really don't have anything else to say.... Haha, I'm really excited to see you all next week! :) I hope you are all doing well. Keep up the good work! </div>
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13671651037852943547noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4682158588426199345.post-91288884649589820102014-12-08T09:40:00.000-08:002014-12-24T09:41:53.296-08:00Dicembre!!<div style="text-align: justify;">
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Alright, well I don't have much time <span class="Object" id="OBJ_PREFIX_DWT234" style="color: darkblue; cursor: pointer;">today</span>. We need to take a train here soon to Caserta to see La Reggia. It is a big palace that was in the first Star Wars movie? I don't know. Either way, it should be petty cool :)</div>
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This week has been pretty good? Haha, pretty much all our investigators have vanished. They have either moved or lost interest. So we have spent the entire week finding in the rain! Haha, it was pretty cold, but it was good. We met some cool people and hopefully they will become new investigators.</div>
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We had transfer calls this week and Anziano Jones is leaving to Terni! I'm really sad to see him go, but I'm sure he will love Terni. He is a good missionary and a good guy. Anziano Pope will be my new companion. Haha, that will be fun! I hear he is pretty energetic and on the ball so that will be good for me. I need some "new missionary fire" right about now. :P </div>
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So we have been talking about doing some type of service thing for <span class="Object" id="OBJ_PREFIX_DWT235" style="color: darkblue; cursor: pointer;">Christmas</span>, and we want to take toys and sing to kids in the hospital for <span class="Object" id="OBJ_PREFIX_DWT236" style="color: darkblue; cursor: pointer;">Christmas</span>! It started out as just us as missionaries but now we are making it an activity for the ward. It will be really cool if we can get them all to come! I really hope that it all works out. I just want to make a couple kids happy this year for <span class="Object" id="OBJ_PREFIX_DWT237" style="color: darkblue; cursor: pointer;">Christmas</span>. I think we will also go around and carol a little bit. Comunque, I am really excited for this <span class="Object" id="OBJ_PREFIX_DWT238" style="color: darkblue; cursor: pointer;">Christmas</span>. It is crazy that it is already <span class="Object" id="OBJ_PREFIX_DWT239" style="color: darkblue; cursor: pointer;">Christmas</span> time again. ...where does the time go? Oh well. Haha </div>
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Haha, <span class="Object" id="OBJ_PREFIX_DWT266" style="color: darkblue; cursor: pointer;">yesterday</span> when we got to church the President of the branch kindly approached me and asked me to give a talk in Sacrament meeting... Yayyyyy... so I spent the first hour of church prepping for that. I decided to do it on Christ's role in our salvation, and what we need to do for our own salvation. I kind of based it off of Helaman 14:15-19. I think that was the reference... He talks about how Christ took upon himself the fall of Adam free of charge. He has done that, and given us each a perfect body after the resurrection. We don't have to work for that. But our personal salvation very much depends on our choices here. I think it went okay... It was pretty nerve-racking!</div>
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Other than that, not much happened. We celebrated <span class="Object" id="OBJ_PREFIX_DWT267" style="color: darkblue; cursor: pointer;">Thanksgiving</span> last week really. This week we had a little party with English course to celebrate, but nothing else. Kennedy, a member from Ghana, invited us over to have some cake with him for his birthday. It was awesome! He is so nice and really a cool and funny guy. I have really been blessed with where I have been able to serve. I am excited for <span class="Object" id="OBJ_PREFIX_DWT268" style="color: darkblue; cursor: pointer;">Christmas</span> here.</div>
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I received the advent calender and the ornaments. Thank you so much! Haha, they are awesome! Anziano Jones got his too. He says thank you :)</div>
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Well, that's about it. We are going to go crazy on finding this week. It will be fun! Haha, take care you guys. I love you!</div>
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