Funny Story Time: While I was in the MTC, some of the members of my district (*cough* *cough* the elders *cough*) were obsessed with this app called Duolingo, which helps you learn languages. I thought it was funny how much they were using it to help them learn a language (Spanish, French, Japanese, etc) even though all of my district was English speaking. I may have even joked about it. WELL... TURNS OUT... I guess I should've jumped on the Duolingo bandwagon while in the MTC because now I'm over the Placerville Ward AND the Spanish group! So I get to go to Sacrament meeting in both English and Spanish! It's a good thing that my companion is Spanish speaking and has been helping me improve the little Spanish that I do know! I guess I'll also be downloading the Duolingo app on my phone pretty soon... hope y'all are proud MTC district 38-E! ;)
Highlights of the Week:
- One of the first people I met out here in Placerville is a 90 year old woman by the name of Dorothy who the missionaries have been teaching recently. She is super spunky but also has the biggest heart! She loves it when the missionaries sing hymns and primary songs to her. Recently, one of her daughters passed away and she wanted us to be at her celebration of life. It was a really sweet experience and everyone thanked us for being willing to sing to Dorothy and her daughter. Every time I give Dorothy a hug, she always kisses me on the cheek! I love her so much and can't wait to keep teaching her!
- On Friday night, we went tracting (knocking on doors) and met two really amazing people: Zach and Lerin! With Lerin, we got to talk about faith in God and the importance of being a true follow of Christ. With Zach, we briefly introduced the Book of Mormon to him and we actually have a follow up appointment with him tonight! It's amazing how people will open up to us and tell us about their beliefs and experiences! I love getting to hear all the many stories, especially the stories that include realizing how much the hand of God is in our lives!
- It was my mom's birthday on the 13th, so I got to video chat with my parents the day after I flew into California (not on a P-day!) Getting to talk with my family has been such a great experience and it allows them to be involve with my life as a missionary! I'm so grateful for our prophet and for modern day revelation! God is truly a God of miracles!
- On Sunday evening, Hermana Lewis and I went to this one house of a lady who has shown interest in the church in the past. When we knocked on the door, the lady's mom actually answered it. The mom's name is Robyn and she has such an amazing belief in Jesus Christ! Her life was spared miraculously a few years ago and since then, she's tried to devote her life to God. When she saw us, she immediately wanted to know all about us and what we believe in! She even asked for a pamphlet! We gave her a pamphlet about the Restoration of the Gospel, our phone number, and a Book of Mormon! After we introduced the Book of Mormon to Robyn, she asked us if we would be willing to pray with her for her sister who has cancer! It was such a cool experience and I'm so grateful the Lord inspired us to visit her house that evening!
I've had a wonderful week and I can't wait to keep serving the Lord and his children here in Placerville! Thank you so much for all of the emails and kind messages I've been receiving! They really do brighten a missionary's day! If I could ask for anything, it would be to pray for Dorothy, Max, Martha, Jon, and Ty! Praying with faith is a very powerful missionary tool and it has the ability to lead to mighty miracles!
Scripture of the week: Romans 1:16-17
Funny quote of the week: "Anyone who says Joseph Smith isn't a prophet can go eat a bowl."
Lots of love,
Sister Ferrin
P.S. I did not appreciate the "Welcome to California" surprise waiting in our apartment when we got home the first night. No me gustan los scorpions.
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