Maybe the title is a bit morbid, but that's how it almost is. The older generation left this morning and it feels sort of empty. It makes me think of life and how it will keep going. Also, I think of how we have each made a difference. In a week we witness the birth of a new generation and we get to impart our knowledge to them. 6 weeks down, 6 weeks to go!
Last Tuesday Elder Dallin H. Oaks spoke to us. What a wonderful experience to hear a prophet of God. It also makes us think of how many things we really can change. His words were encouraging as we are all in the service of our Savior Jesus Christ.
On Wednesday we met with Amy and had a short workshop that was very good for helping my companion and I to focus on doctrine instead of application. If someone understands the doctrine, they can answer their own applications.
On Thursday we taught both investigators. Allan is learning the commandments and improving, and we are beginning to focus Amy on learning new things. Friday was much the same. Chen Lao Shi was out of town for a baptism so we had a few other teachers this weekend and got to practice with a new investigator.
Saturday we taught Amy and had TRC. We got to bear some powerful testimonies and really understand how much we actually know. Elder Phelps and I are working on speaking our language more and more. When I get home expect to hear lots and lots of mandarin.
Sunday was fast Sunday and we had mission conference. It was primarily on repentance, for both the investigator and the missionaries, so that the spirit could be there in teaching. Then for the fireside our district president spoke.
Monday we learned more about teaching as well as really moving somewhere with Allan. He is really ready and receiving what we are saying.
Today has been nice and relaxed.
I'm glad I'm here, and I know this work is the Lord's work. I know this Church is true, I know we have living prophets, I know Jesus Christ is our Savior and He lives.
With love,
Shen Zhang Lao
P.S. I won't be calling on Mother's Day.
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