(Response to Dad's e-mail, in which he shared that he taught the Law of Consecration in Sunday School: "I pointed out that in the temple we covenant to live the Law already and that everything is in place for us to voluntarily live the Law today. The only thing stopping us is ourselves. We aren't limited to paying a small fast offering and 10% tithing. We could at anytime we wanted pay anything that we felt was a surplus above and beyond what we need. True, we don't meet with the bishop and consecrated all that we have to the church and then receive back a stewardship but we can each do so much more.")
Hey, i taught the law of consecration too! I really liked that lesson and thought about the same thing. Would I be willing to live it? I think it would take a little bit of prayer, but in the end I know the Lord recompenses us for all our worldly sacrifices.
The week was great! Ill tell you about it in a second. Im still clerk and 2nd councilor, the branch...is definately not growing. We are working super hard and the members love us, but the complete lack of a branch presidency makes for a big stumbling block. Our presidents work schedule makes it so hes not even in town...ever, and our 1st councilor hates everything and anything to do with his calling. He only goes to church cus him wife makes him, and then he doesnt do anything at all. He sleeps during classes and lies to us to avoid going to meetings and activities. Its hard and I can only do so much. The city is fairly large (by dominican standards) and its just my comp and I. The members leave with us...sometimes...depends on the member, and teaching in members homes doesnt exist here. Its like a culture thing? I dunno. But Ive never done it, and tried multiple times.
Love you Dad! Im not discouraged, but I do get a little frustrated sometimes. BYE
(General e-mail)
Well family and friends....
Here we are.
So, what shall we talk about today?
Well this week was pretty swell. We had some great lessons, found some cool people, the norm. Nothing really to stand out. For our thursday activities Ive been teaching the youth how to play Bang. Even though its in english, we get through it all right, and they really enjoy it.
Oh, I do have a spot of good news. The Elders from Los Llanos (neighboring campo) should be going in today to fix the problems for the Contreras family, clearing the way to marriage! Now we just need them to have money! haha We had a great lesson with them about doing their part and not having to be compelled to act (save money, read scriptures, say prayers, etc) They promised to buckled down and really start to study the BoM and save for their marriage. Crismailyn was confirmed on Sunday, and seemed really pleased about it. Crisbel is still on the fence and Cealis was too sick to come to church.
Tomorrow we have a Zone Conference in the capital and it should be great. Also, my suit is almost done! I went in for some final fittings today and it looks pretty snazzy. Mght have photos next week.
In my personal study, Ive started the war chapters in Alma and Im reminded about how much I love Capt. Moroni. Such an amazing example and just generally awesome character. I wanna write him as a side character into some of my books. My comp and I have been talking about Moronis strategy of rallying the people by running through town basically shouting "FREEDOM!!!!" An amusing image.
In other news....um....Im not dead yet...? Is that news? haha Still workin my guts out, contacting, asking for references, trying to animate the members, planning and leading activities and meetings etc. The monte Python man cant yet put me on his cart!
I love you all! Have a great week!
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