Here is a video link from the dedication https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=z3Ptksmn2aw (this has a lot of people i know in it)
What
a year. I can´t believe it has come so far. I have experienced so
much and prayed even more. (super quick update---Ive got to go teach a
lesson)
I guess you could call
me a missionary. This week, for pday, every thing was closed for a
similar Memorial Day thing. so we were stuck inside our pension.
And as my companion slept the day away... What did I find myself doing? reading
the scriptures. hahahahahha. When she woke up, I was so excited to tell
her about the story I was reading in Helaman. I read the entire book of
Helaman yesterday because I literally could not put the book down. Even
though I knew what was going to happen, I was reading with such enthusiasm and
amazement that I could not even dream about taking a siesta (nap). I love
that sacred book and I will always testify of its power. If you haven´t
read the entire book, now is the time to give it a try. I promise that
you will learn so much and feel closer to God than you ever have. If you are
struggling with work- read the book. if you want more friends- read the
book. If you need strength- read the book. It is the answer to
every difficulty in our lives because it points us to our savior. Are you
reading as a family?????????
JAJA this week I was
teaching a FHE to the Colazo family and randomly they started singing Tra
lalalallala lalala THE RUSSIAN SINGING AND SMILING!!! I basically started
crying as it reminded me of you fools. I joined in singing with them, and
turned bright red once I realized what I had done. haha. I dont
know what came over me... it wasnt 11 o clock at night... so who knows ;)
The ward is struggling,
but this week we gave some awesome talks to jolt their spiritual cords and
unite us together. Keep praying for us. I loved you letters this
week. Thanks for thinking of me :) Im always thinking of you!
Finish the school year strong Love you!
Hermana Woolley
Hi President,
Thanks for the letter
this week. We couldn't write yesterday because of the holiday. Everything
was closed.
Nevertheless, this past
week was my one year mark in the mission. I can't believe it. It
gave me the opportunity to reflect on who I am as a missionary, how I have
changed and what I have accomplished. In the last year, I have learned
a new language, I have participated in the Cordoba temple dedication, I have
made new friends which will last throughout my life, I have strengthened my
relationship with the Godhead more than I have ever done before. I have
seen a new part of the world and its people, I have had bed bugs in my
mattress, I have taught the gospel to many people, who were converted, baptized
and made covenants with God. It is a unique time and very treasured.
It has been difficult
but it is worth the pain.
this week we made goals
to help the ward. It is not very united, with little progress. We
are now looking for more people to teach and dropping many who have not shown
interest nor progress. And, we have found 2 families. The mission
is a test of our faith. I have been tested and have learned a lot.
I love the mission. Thank you for sharing that great calling and
experience with me and others.
My companion is
struggling with the missionary lifestyle and the schedule is burdensome for
her. At times I feel bad and don't know how to help her do it so that we
cna have more unity and success. Do you have any suggestions? I
don't like to "reprimand/correct" but it is very importatn that we
can have things right.
Thank you President,
Until Monday,
Sister Woolley
Hola Presidente,
Gracias por su carta
esta semana. No pudimos escribir ayer por causa del feriado. Todo
estaba cerrado.
No obstante, esta semana
pasada cumplí un año en la misión. No lo puedo creer. Me dio la
oportunidad en reflexionar en quien soy como misionera, como he cambiado y lo
que he logrado. En el ultimo año, he aprendido un idioma nuevo, he
asistido y participado en la dedicación del templo de Córdoba, he hecho nuevos
amistades, los cuales que van a durar toda la vida, he fortalecido mi relación
con la trinidad como nunca había hecho antes. He conocido un nuevo área
del mundo y su gente, he vivido con chinches en mi colchón, y he enseñado el
evangelio a muchas personas, las cuales se convirtieron, se bautizaron, y
hicieron convenios con Dios. Es un tiempo único y muy
atesorado.
Ha sido difícil, pero
vale toda la pena.
Esta semana, pusimos
metas para ayudar al barrio. Es muy desunido, sin mucho progreso.
Ahora estamos buscando a más personas para enseñar, y dejando a muchas quien no
han mostrado interés ni progreso. Y, hemos encontrado 2 familias.
La misión es una prueba de nuestra fe. He sido probado, y he aprendido
mucho. Amo a la misión. Gracias por compartir ese gran llamamiento y
experiencia conmigo y los demás.
Mi compañera está
luchando con algunos de las normas de la misión, y le cuesta seguir el
horario. A veces me siento mal y no sé como puedo ayudarla a cumplir para
que tengamos más unidad y éxito. ¿Tiene algunos sugerencias? No me gusta
"corregir" pero es muy importante que podamos hacer las cosas bien.
Gracias Presidente.
Hasta lunes,
Hermana Woolley
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