this was a very busy week. sorry for the late email, It was
in my drafts, fully typed. Somehow, it didn't send. so sorry about that.
Last Sunday, We had an area broadcast, for the Philippines.
We had Elder Lynn Robbins, Elder Shayne M Bowen, Elder Ian S. Ardern, Sister
Bonnie Oscarson, and Elder David A. Bednar share messages to us. they have all
had personal contact with the Filipino people, and to hear them express their
true love and admiration for the people here was a beautiful addition to my
love for them. so far, I still enjoy their jokes, and somehow they enjoy mine.
I went on exchanges with the assistants, and my companion
was Elder S, from Iloilo. He was companions with elder R after I was.
and honestly, Working with him, I felt really inadequate. He taught by the
Spirit, and when he was teaching, I could feel it. he went all over the place,
talking with pretty much everyone we saw, and he found one kid, in his house.
After basically walking in this house (there aren't many things you CAN'T do
here), this young man talks with us about how his parents both died in Yolanda,
and Elder S was on it. he talked about the plan of salvation, and life
after death. I almost cried... he was so spiritual and knowledgeable, I simply
felt I wasn't working hard enough. But, I have learned something else.
Phillipians 4:13 reads "I can do all things through Christ who strengthens
me." Though it is easy to look at people like elder S and say,
"I can never be as good as him," that is a lie. We all can do it,
because the Lord promises us that we can do ALL things. Elder S was a
great example, and a very humble man as well. I learned a lot, and know if we
all try, we can work like this humble young man and rely fully upon the Lord
and his merits.
Transfer day will be Thursday, and announcements made this
Wednesday. I am really anxious, because, I don't want to transfer. Palo is such
an amazing area. I love the members, Less Actives are returning, Elder D
is the man, And many baptisms are planned. One miracle is the L family.
to make it short, Filipino law says they cannot be married until 5 years after
they have lived together because of special circumstances. Well, church rules
are if 2 people are living together, they need to be married or split up in
different homes. splitting up is not the best option, as they are very close,
have almost no money, and just had a new baby boy. however, they started living
together in 2012, which was five years ago. so, they can be baptized!!!! they
will need an interview from president Maurer, but they can be. They have been
investigating for a solid year, and have come to church ever since, but due to
that problem, they haven't been baptized yet. When we asked them if that was
alright, Brother C got so excited! it was so amazing, and I look forward to
them joining.
I saw the photos of the temple, and I am jealous as can be.
I miss the temple so much! I want to go there!!!!!!!!! when I get home, I
expect to more fully partake of my temple privileges.
Dad, Happy birthday! it's a little late, but here it is.
Everyone here looks a lot younger then they are. There was a lady out doing
yard work. I thought maybe she was 60, until we asked her (again, lots of
things we can't do in America, we can do here), and she says "77." I
just about tipped over. so, you look good for your age. be happy about that.
Congratulations to Heather and Justin with baby Ren! he is a
gift from the Lord, and He should be proud of his parents. the Lord picked two
of the best.
I hope that you all know that whether you be a Stewart, a
Kuehne, a McMullin, a Slater, a Clark, or anything else, I love you. the
mission has strengthened me in so many ways, and my testimony has strengthened.
I know God lives, I know Jesus is the Christ, and he died for us so that the
Father's plan could work, and we can live with our families again. This family
I have is forever, and I look forward to the day when the Savior will return
and We will all recognize him as our redeemer and salvation. I miss you so
much, But I know that this is the way, and I have a unique opportunity to help
others. I hope you all are seeking chances to help others have the happiness we
have!
Paghinay kamo, and I will email next week (on time, this
time)
Elder Kuehne
No photos, because My SD card got wiped. all my photos are
gone. I will just have to start over.
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