Some really super awesome exciting things have happened this week! First of all, we had transfers on Wednesday, and guess what? WE BOTH STAYED!!!! I am so happy I got to stay in West Jordan. I absolutely love the people here. It truly feels like home in the Park Stake, and I wouldn't mind staying here for the rest of my mission (though that is highly unlikely). My companion is still Sister Johanson, which is good because I feel like we are learning a lot from one another.
On Thursday, we got to take one of our recent converts to the Oquirrh Mountain temple to do baptisms for the dead. (click here for more information on what I mean when I say "baptisms for the dead") It was so awesome to get to be a part of this sacred experience!
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Also this past week, my companion and I made a few posters that show just how many blessings we get when we follow the Lord's commandments. I took a picture of the poster I made to show you what I'm talking about. In my poster, it shows what blessings we get from following the Word of Wisdom, which is a revelation from God received by a prophet that tells us what things we should and shouldn't eat or drink. You can also read more about it in Doctrine and Covenants 89.
This past Sunday, in Relief Society, they handed out the books that we will be using in class this upcoming year. In 2015, we will be learning from "Teachings of the Presidents: Ezra Taft Benson". I love learning the things that the past prophets have taught about Christ's gospel.
Christmas is coming up this week, and even though Imiss my home and family, the people here have been so kind to me and my companion. The Relief Society in one of our wards stopped by last night with a Christmas box for each of us. In it were mints, lotion, hand sanitizer, hand warmers, and many other much appreciated and much needed items! It was so sweet of them to be thinking of us and know exactly what we both needed. I am very thankful for their kindness. There have been other members who have shared things with us and helped us to feel loved and cared about. I am thankful to every one of the people who has already made our holiday season special.
Speaking of Christmas, I get to Skype my family on Christmas!!!!! I am SO EXCITED to talk to them!!!! It will be wonderful to see them and talk to them and hear their voices. I miss them a lot.
The last thing I would like to share with you this week is how awesome our Sacrament meeting was this past Sunday. We did a lot of sining as a congregation, and there were several special musical numbers. I really enjoy the services when we get to sing a lot. Christmas carols are forgotten for most of the year, so it's nice to use them while it's still that season.
I wish you all a very Merry Christmas, and a very Happy New Year. I love each and every one of you.
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