Chapter 71: Live, Laugh, Love

Happy P-day everyone! This week was wild and really busy, but it was really good!

We have been able to have quite a few lessons with our friend Mary this week! We talked about the Gift of the Holy Ghost and how He can help lead and guide us. Then we invited her to be baptized and she wants to work towards the 15th of February! We are so excited to continue teaching her and helping her prepare. She came to church on Sunday with her son, and it was awesome! Please keep her in your prayers, so she will be able to be baptized on the 15th!

We had some really fun days at the Visitors' Center this week. We gave tours to quite a few people that are preparing to be baptized, and it was so cool to teach them about what the temple is and how they can go inside soon! We also gave a temple tour to our friend Mary (a different one than the one mentioned before haha) She loved the peace that she felt on temple grounds and wants to come back! 

I had lots of different meetings this week which included a Mission Leadership Council and a Zone Council. It was kind of a lot to experience all in one week, but it was really good! I learned a lot from the other missionaries in our zone and in the mission. I am so grateful for all the wonderful missionaries I get to serve with, and I have made relationships that will last forever. 

Spiritual Thought: As I have read the Book of Mormon Another Testament of Jesus Christ this past week, I have noticed how frequently Jesus Christ is referred to as our shepherd. I love the idea that we have someone who is there to lead us and guide us, and someone who will always come and find us when we wander. He truly does know each one of us and knows exactly how we feel. 

I love you all! Sorry this email is kind of short, but don't worry, next week's will be better. Have a wonderful week! 

Love, 
- Sister Willie

Pictures: 
- Departing Interview Selfie with President Botchway
- Gresham West Zone 
- Temple Tour with Mary
- Carousel Horse ride in our member's house



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