tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36764462558562154592024-03-14T00:32:53.111-07:00Many are Called...a Lucky Few are Sisters Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18126275873100346167noreply@blogger.comBlogger102125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3676446255856215459.post-19733066880835623502014-11-10T16:27:00.001-08:002014-11-10T16:27:03.231-08:00November 10, 2014Probably the last email of her mission........<br />
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here we are.... what a journey!! Looking back to January 2013 when I opened my
call to serve in Belém to right now November 2014 so much has happened! I know
that the Lord’s hand is and always was guiding my life. I started this adventure
not knowing what the Lord had planned for me. It was a terrifying leap of
faith. I truly believe that my mission was a journey and test of my faith. My
mission was a mission of Miracles. </span><span lang="EN" style="color: black; font-family: "Calibri","sans-serif"; font-size: 11.5pt; mso-ansi-language: EN; mso-bidi-font-family: "Segoe UI";"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="color: black; font-family: "Calibri","sans-serif"; font-size: 11.5pt; mso-bidi-font-family: "Segoe UI";"> I recently started
reading my mission journals and it is incredible to look back on the changes
that have occurred. I have learned that mistake of the past do not define you,
they refine you. Everything that I have experienced (before and during my
mission) has not only prepared me to serve a mission, but have prepared me for an
even better future. Every sacrifice and learning experience was crucial and
worth it! Serving a mission was the best thing I have ever done in my life!
Everyone always says that missions are “the best 2 yrs (1.5 yrs)”, but my
mission was the best 1.5 yrs “FOR” my life. I have witnessed miracles, built a
relationship with my Heavenly Father, strengthen my relationship with my
Savior, family and loved ones, I have met incredible people and culture, I have
learned the importance of self-less service, gained self-confidence, my
testimony has grown, I am fluent in Portuguese, I know that the atonement is
real and works, and I now know what matters most. Missions are hard and are
most certainly full of challenges, but they are gratifying, rewarding and
change us. I am becoming who my Father in Heaven wants me to be. His daughter. </span><span lang="EN" style="color: black; font-family: "Calibri","sans-serif"; font-size: 11.5pt; mso-ansi-language: EN; mso-bidi-font-family: "Segoe UI";"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="color: black; font-family: "Calibri","sans-serif"; font-size: 11.5pt; mso-bidi-font-family: "Segoe UI";"> When I left for my
mission, I promised my family, self and the Lord that I would be obedient
and serve to the end with all my heart. I have desired and worked to return
with honor. Each morning when I put on my name tag I remember that promise. I
represent my family, my Savior, and His restored gospel. I am a representative
of Jesus Christ. My calling has been the best calling anyone can hold. <span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span> </span><span lang="EN" style="color: black; font-family: "Calibri","sans-serif"; font-size: 11.5pt; mso-ansi-language: EN; mso-bidi-font-family: "Segoe UI";"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="color: black; font-family: "Calibri","sans-serif"; font-size: 11.5pt; mso-bidi-font-family: "Segoe UI";"> Reflecting
back, I learned and changed so much in each area and with each companion. The
MTC with Sister Clark and Sister Garner, Capanema with my trainer Sister De
Lima, Cidade Nova with Sister Barros and Sister Vargas, Icoaraci with Sister
Felix and my “daughter” Sister L. Oliveira, Nova Olinda with Sister G. Cardoso,
Ribeiro, and C. Cardoso, and finishing with Sister Vargas in Independência. It
has been the most incredible adventure guided by the hand of God. I love Belém.
I am having a hard time saying goodbye. I love Brazilian lifesyle and the
people here. I love my mision. </span><span lang="EN" style="color: black; font-family: "Calibri","sans-serif"; font-size: 11.5pt; mso-ansi-language: EN; mso-bidi-font-family: "Segoe UI";">Missão Brasil Belém! Missão de Milagres! (mission of
miracles) Só os fortes servem no norte! </span><span style="color: black; font-family: "Calibri","sans-serif"; font-size: 11.5pt; mso-bidi-font-family: "Segoe UI";">(only
the strong serve in the north) I will never forget the time I spent here in
Brasil. Each investigator, every seed planted and every baptism! Every miracle!
It was worth every moment! Every minute in the blazing hot sun and down pouring
rain and worth every cold shower and mosquito bite. Every hardship, let down,
and tear shed was worth it. Every soul that can closer to Christ was worth
every effort! <span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span> </span><span lang="EN" style="color: black; font-family: "Calibri","sans-serif"; font-size: 11.5pt; mso-ansi-language: EN; mso-bidi-font-family: "Segoe UI";"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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like my dad said in an email almost a year ago, “remember that you are a
‘Sender Missionary’ It is in your name. “Sender” of the message of Jesus
Christ. Remember that you are a Sender.” I have done my best to fulfill
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In the last few weeks of my mission, I have studied the life of my Savior
and his earthly mission. He really was a perfect missionary! Reading about His
selfless service I began to reflect on my personal mission even more. I am so
far from perfect! I searched and prayed to know if the Lord was proud of me and
accepted my mission. My answer came when I was reading in Alma 38:2-5,10,15 (I
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have great joy in you, because of your steadiness and your
faithfulness unto God; for as you have commenced in your youth to look to the
Lord your God, even so I hope that you will continue in keeping his
commandments; for blessed is he that endureth to the end.</span></i><span lang="EN" style="color: black; font-family: "Calibri","sans-serif"; font-size: 11.5pt; mso-ansi-language: EN; mso-bidi-font-family: "Segoe UI";"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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joy in thee already, because of thy faithfulness and thy diligence, and thy
patience and thy long-suffering among the people of ‘Belém,Brasil’.</span></i><span lang="EN" style="color: black; font-family: "Calibri","sans-serif"; font-size: 11.5pt; mso-ansi-language: EN; mso-bidi-font-family: "Segoe UI";"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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also know that thou wast stoned for the word’s sake; and thou didst bear all
these things with patience because the Lord was with thee; and
now thou knowest that the Lord did deliver thee.</span></i><span lang="EN" style="color: black; font-family: "Calibri","sans-serif"; font-size: 11.5pt; mso-ansi-language: EN; mso-bidi-font-family: "Segoe UI";"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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that ye should remember, that as much as ye shall put your trust in
God even so much ye shall be delivered out of your trials, and
your troubles, and your afflictions, and ye shall be lifted up at the last
day. </span></i><span lang="EN" style="color: black; font-family: "Calibri","sans-serif"; font-size: 11.5pt; mso-ansi-language: EN; mso-bidi-font-family: "Segoe UI";"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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as ye have begun to teach the word even so I would that ye should continue to
teach; and I would that ye would be diligent and temperate in all
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day into his kingdom, to sit down in peace. Now go, my ‘daughter’, and teach
the word unto this people. Be sober. My ‘daughter’, farewell.</span></i><span lang="EN" style="color: black; font-family: "Calibri","sans-serif"; font-size: 11.5pt; mso-ansi-language: EN; mso-bidi-font-family: "Segoe UI";"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="color: black; font-family: "Calibri","sans-serif"; font-size: 11.5pt; mso-bidi-font-family: "Segoe UI";"> </span><span lang="EN" style="color: black; font-family: "Calibri","sans-serif"; font-size: 11.5pt; mso-ansi-language: EN; mso-bidi-font-family: "Segoe UI";">The Spirit that I felt when I read
these verses was absolutely incredible. The Lord has accepted my mission
service here in Brasil and has even more work for me to do one i arrive home. I
am honored to be a daughter of God. It is a privilege that we each have to be a
child of God. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="color: black; font-family: "Calibri","sans-serif"; font-size: 11.5pt; mso-bidi-font-family: "Segoe UI";"><span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>I know that my Savior Jesus Christ lives! His
gospel plan is perfect and can provide everlasting happiness. I know that
His gospel and church were restored through the young prophet Joseph Smith.
Priesthood authority has been restored. The Book of Mormon is truly
another testament of our Savior Jesus Christ and is TRUE! I know that our
Heavenly Father knows and loves each of us individually. He hears and answers
prayers! He knows what we need/want and is waiting with extended arms for each
of us to converse with Him in humble prayer. I know that families can be
together forever and are central to our fathers plan. The atonement is real and
works! I am proof that it works and that His grace is sufficient. The Lord
loves us perfectly to the point that he gave His son to suffer for us so that
we do not need to suffer too. I am so grateful for that eternal sacrifice
and the opportunity that we have to have joy in this life and the life to come.
I look forward to the day when I can return to my Heavenly Father’s presence
and embrace Him again. </span><span lang="EN" style="color: black; font-family: "Calibri","sans-serif"; font-size: 11.5pt; mso-ansi-language: EN; mso-bidi-font-family: "Segoe UI";">It has been awhile.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span lang="EN" style="color: black; font-family: "Calibri","sans-serif"; font-size: 10pt; mso-ansi-language: EN; mso-bidi-font-family: "Segoe UI";">"E logo
irei para o lugar de meu descanso, que é com meu Redentor, pois sei que nele
descansarei. E regozijo-me no dia em que meu corpo mortal revestir-se de
imortalidade e apresentar-se diante dele; então verei a sua face com prazer e
ele me dirá: Vem a mim, ó bendito; há um lugar preparado para ti nas mansões de
meu Pai. Amen" (Enos 1:27). Aprendi muitas coisas aqui na melhor missão do
mundo. A missão realmente foi a melhor coisa que já fiz em minha vida! Sei com
toda certeza que Cristo vive e esta é a Igreja dele aqui na terra. Sei que
Cristo está com braços abertos por cada um de nós. Usa a expiação! Vive o
evangelho! Sei que a verdadeira fé traz os verdadeiros milagres! Esta é a
missão de milagres! Amo Vocês e A Igreja é verdadeira!!! </span><span lang="EN" style="color: black; font-family: "Calibri","sans-serif"; font-size: 11.5pt; mso-ansi-language: EN; mso-bidi-font-family: "Segoe UI";"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18126275873100346167noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3676446255856215459.post-49240700432554896222014-11-08T12:29:00.003-08:002014-11-08T12:29:32.485-08:00November 3, 2014
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and Friends!</span></span><span lang="EN" style="color: black; font-size: 11.5pt; mso-ansi-language: EN; mso-ascii-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-font-family: "Segoe UI"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-hansi-font-family: Calibri;"><o:p><span style="font-family: Calibri;"> </span></o:p></span><br />
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fast week!! So many things happened that I don’t even know what to write!!
First off.... I am officially taking my first worm medicine..... pretty cool
huh! haha </span></span></div>
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full of miracles! We found a ton of new people to teach and are helping an
incredible family!! We have focused a ton and the power of the spirit and truly
searching for miracles that come when we listen. I know that we are doing the
work of the Lord! I know it! That is what drives us to continue on each and every
day. Our endurance is increased by the hand of the Lord. Knowing my purpose as
a missionary has helped me search for those that are ready to hear our message.
We are teaching of Christ and a fullness of joy! Who doesn’t want to feel pure
joy?? Exactly!! That is why we are serving. That is what motivates me to give
even more of myself each and every day. The smiles and life changes are worth
it! It never was easy, but with God it is possible. </span></span><span lang="EN" style="color: black; font-size: 11.5pt; mso-ansi-language: EN; mso-ascii-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-font-family: "Segoe UI"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-hansi-font-family: Calibri;"><o:p><span style="font-family: Calibri;"> </span></o:p></span></div>
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area and the members here. Our Ward needs our help and we are doing everything
we can to bring back those that have gone astray and also to find those that
can strengthen the Church here in Independência. I love my companion and we are
having a blast working for our Father in Heaven. I know that we are here for a
reason! The Lord has a plan for us here!! </span></span><span lang="EN" style="color: black; font-size: 11.5pt; mso-ansi-language: EN; mso-ascii-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-font-family: "Segoe UI"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-hansi-font-family: Calibri;"><o:p><span style="font-family: Calibri;"> </span></o:p></span></div>
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you all have a wonderful week! Strive to find someone to serve this week.
Ponder on someone that hasn’t been at church for a while, or that you
personally haven't talked to for awhile and visit them!! It will change you
live and the lives of those around you! </span></span><span lang="EN" style="color: black; font-size: 11.5pt; mso-ansi-language: EN; mso-ascii-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-font-family: "Segoe UI"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-hansi-font-family: Calibri;"><o:p><span style="font-family: Calibri;"> </span></o:p></span></div>
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Sender </span></span></div>
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18126275873100346167noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3676446255856215459.post-53277129112465781442014-11-08T12:27:00.002-08:002014-11-08T12:27:05.167-08:00October 27, 2014
<span lang="EN" style="color: black; font-size: 11.5pt; mso-ansi-language: EN; mso-ascii-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-font-family: "Segoe UI"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-hansi-font-family: Calibri;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">Dear Family
and Friends!<o:p></o:p></span></span><br />
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<span lang="EN" style="color: black; font-size: 11.5pt; mso-ansi-language: EN; mso-ascii-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-font-family: "Segoe UI"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-hansi-font-family: Calibri;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">What a week
of change! (and lack of sleep!) On Monday night we received a call from the
Zone leaders that we would be transferred. I was super sad knowing that I didn’t
get to say goodbye to any of my recent converts :( I called a few and
surprisingly a Irmão went and picked up Isabel and she went in front of our
house to give me a hug and say goodbye. It was a tender moment. Man saying
goodbye was so hard!! Fabio and Andressa surprised us too! It was so hard!! But
we are doing to Lords work and we were called to serve in other areas. </span></span><span lang="EN" style="color: black; font-size: 11.5pt; mso-ansi-language: EN; mso-ascii-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-font-family: "Segoe UI"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-hansi-font-family: Calibri;"><o:p><span style="font-family: Calibri;"> </span></o:p></span></div>
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currently in Cabanagem (Independência) opening another area! (4th time during
my mission.... I was called to open areas haha) I am serving with Sister
Vargas!! (2nd time together) She is wonderful and we are excited.</span></span><span lang="EN" style="color: black; font-size: 11.5pt; mso-ansi-language: EN; mso-ascii-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-font-family: "Segoe UI"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-hansi-font-family: Calibri;"><o:p><span style="font-family: Calibri;"> </span></o:p></span></div>
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<span lang="EN" style="color: black; font-size: 11.5pt; mso-ansi-language: EN; mso-ascii-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-font-family: "Segoe UI"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-hansi-font-family: Calibri;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">We also had a
"Mission Tour" with Elder Fernandez (Area Brasil) on Friday which was
great! I learned a ton and am so excited to help the people here. Our ward
needs our help and we are willing to do everything we can :) We are currently
teaching two families that we found this week :) We are planning a wedding and
they are so excited :) I think that was the hardest part about leaving
Nova Olinda.... knowing that we were teaching a family that was close to
baptism. I have learned that many times we plant the seeds and others harvest
the fruits. </span></span><span lang="EN" style="color: black; font-size: 11.5pt; mso-ansi-language: EN; mso-ascii-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-font-family: "Segoe UI"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-hansi-font-family: Calibri;"><o:p><span style="font-family: Calibri;"> </span></o:p></span></div>
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the changes and traveling I am exhausted, but am so happy :) We are teaching
families!!! I think it is the most beautiful sight seeing a family united
through the gospel of Jesus Christ. I know that the Lord called me to serve in
this area with a purpose, and I am determined to fulfill my purpose here in the
time that I have left to serve. </span></span><span lang="EN" style="color: black; font-size: 11.5pt; mso-ansi-language: EN; mso-ascii-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-font-family: "Segoe UI"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-hansi-font-family: Calibri;"><o:p><span style="font-family: Calibri;"> </span></o:p></span></div>
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all!! I know that our Savior Lives! He loves us!! </span></span></div>
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week :) </span></span></div>
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outras coisas:<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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ton of spaghetti noodles here in my area. (mixed with rice and beans).... my
stomach is adjusting yet again... cough cough <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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that was a cool compliment.... :) <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<br />Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18126275873100346167noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3676446255856215459.post-20820911648607860482014-11-08T12:21:00.001-08:002014-11-08T12:22:29.812-08:00October 20, 2014<span lang="EN" style="color: black; font-size: 11.5pt; mso-ansi-language: EN; mso-ascii-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-font-family: "Segoe UI"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-hansi-font-family: Calibri;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">Dear Family
and Friends,<o:p></o:p></span></span><br />
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week :) We had a few challenges (with a baptism falling through), but we are
overcoming those challenges. As I was studying this week, I thought a lot about
my call to serve. I often thought to myself... what was the Lord thinking
calling me? I am just "Sister Sender". I found my answer and comfort
when I was reading in Amos. (I finished the old testament this week!! :) </span></span><span lang="EN" style="color: black; font-size: 11.5pt; mso-ansi-language: EN; mso-ascii-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-font-family: "Segoe UI"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-hansi-font-family: Calibri;"><o:p><span style="font-family: Calibri;"> </span></o:p></span></div>
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"Then Answered Amos, and said to Amaziah, I was no prophet, neither was I
a prophet's son; but I was a herdsman, and a gatherer of sycamore fruit: and
the Lord took me as I followed the flock, and the Lord said unto me, go,
prophesy unto my people Israel. Now therefore hear thou the word of the Lord:
Thou sayest, Prophesy not against Israel, and drop not thy word against the
house of Isaac."</span></span></div>
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myself! Wow! Amos was a simple man and was called to be a prophet of God! Look
at everything that he did and the difference he has made in the restoration of
the gospel! I too can make a difference as simple "Sister Sender". We
each can! </span></span></div>
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the Lord works through small and simple means. He qualifies his servants. I am
so grateful to be one of his representatives. I love this gospel and love my
savior. </span></span></div>
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wonderful week!! </span></span></div>
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<br />Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18126275873100346167noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3676446255856215459.post-29023863728924038852014-11-08T08:39:00.001-08:002014-11-08T08:39:04.280-08:00October 13, 2014
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and Friends,<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN" style="color: black; font-size: 11.5pt; mso-ansi-language: EN; mso-ascii-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-font-family: "Segoe UI"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-hansi-font-family: Calibri;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">Wow another
week!! Where does the time go??? </span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN" style="color: black; font-size: 11.5pt; mso-ansi-language: EN; mso-ascii-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-font-family: "Segoe UI"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-hansi-font-family: Calibri;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">This week was
wonderful as always! We are now even teaching a wonderful family!!! They are
even legally married (that is so rare to find!) They are now reading the Book
of Mormon as a family and really searching for an answer. It was wonderful
sitting with Maria and Bruna (mom and daughter of the family) yesterday at
church. They were so excited!! It is interesting how our desire to serve/teach
families grows more and more each week. We search and search and once you find
a family to teach you don’t want to let go. We are working really hard with
them to help them truly progress. I want more than anything for them to be
baptized and one day be sealed for time and all eternity. Only the Lord knows
his plan perfectly, but I know he is guiding his work! </span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN" style="color: black; font-size: 11.5pt; mso-ansi-language: EN; mso-ascii-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-font-family: "Segoe UI"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-hansi-font-family: Calibri;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">Yesterday was
also a wonderful day at church :) Fabio was confirmed (he had to wait a week
because of general conference). He bore a wonderful testimony during the
testimony meeting and even received the priesthood!! We are so excited for him!
In his confirmation blessing was promised with the desire to serve a full-time
mission! It was most certainly a goose bump moment and he is thrilled :) My
companion even joked with me afterwards. he said "moms get excited for
their children, and we get excited for our recent converts!! So true!! <o:p></o:p></span></span><br />
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<span lang="EN" style="color: black; font-size: 11.5pt; mso-ansi-language: EN; mso-ascii-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-font-family: "Segoe UI"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-hansi-font-family: Calibri;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">This week we
also traveled to Belém for a leadership training meeting with President Scisci.
It was wonderful! I really felt the love our mission president has for us as
leaders in the mission field. He is wonderful! </span></span><span lang="EN" style="color: black; font-size: 11.5pt; mso-ansi-language: EN; mso-ascii-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-font-family: "Segoe UI"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-hansi-font-family: Calibri;"><o:p><span style="font-family: Calibri;"> </span></o:p></span><br />
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is about it for this week.... I don’t have a crazy story to share, but I do
know that Christ lives and loves us!! I am doing his work, but hope that each
of you are trying help in this important work! </span></span></div>
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all!! </span></span></div>
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We were walking under a tree the other day and saw an owl!! it was exactly like
a harry potter owl!! (my camera battery was dead ;( sad day) <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18126275873100346167noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3676446255856215459.post-15725515804795409532014-11-08T08:36:00.001-08:002014-11-08T08:36:32.983-08:00October 6, 2014
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and friends,<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN" style="color: black; font-size: 11.5pt; mso-ansi-language: EN; mso-ascii-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-font-family: "Segoe UI"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-hansi-font-family: Calibri;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">How was
everyone's week? I hope you all had a wonderful general conference weekend!
This week was another fast one! We ran around trying to get everything done,
but it doesn’t seem to ever get done. We had a baptismal service for Fabio on
Saturday between conference sessions, which was wonderful! He was so excited,
and loved conference. It truly was the most remarkable moment sitting on a
bench filled with recent converts. We had the opportunity to sit with Wyllon,
Stephany, Andresa, Jamili, and Fabio yesterday during the conference. It was
the most humbling and rewarding experience. They were all beaming! I love all
of the talks! Especially D. Todd Christofferson's talk about agency. </span></span><span lang="EN" style="color: black; font-size: 11.5pt; mso-ansi-language: EN; mso-ascii-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-font-family: "Segoe UI"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-hansi-font-family: Calibri;"><o:p><span style="font-family: Calibri;"> </span></o:p></span></div>
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to really love studying bout agency and the Lord's perfect plan. I found it
interesting how he explained that the Lord will support and accept our decisions/
desires if they are just and guided by the spirit. He will not act for us, or
make decisions for us. That would take <u>away</u> our agency and corrupt his
perfect plan. God wants us to be free to choose. We choose our consequences
through our actions. He will guide us as long as we are worthy of his
help. </span></span><span lang="EN" style="color: black; font-size: 11.5pt; mso-ansi-language: EN; mso-ascii-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-font-family: "Segoe UI"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-hansi-font-family: Calibri;"><o:p><span style="font-family: Calibri;"> </span></o:p></span></div>
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Elder Carlos A. Godoy's talk yesterday afternoon. Isn't Portuguese a beautiful
language!! The best part was hearing his talk and understanding every word ;)
He also talked about our life decisions. I really started to think when he
said, " O que Senhor espera de cada um de nós?" (what does the Lord
hope (or want) from each of us? I reflected on my life and am still reflecting
on this question. The Lord knows our potential, but do we really know our own potential?
Makes you think huh! There are so many blessings ahead! We just need to act and
be worthy of them. That is why there is repentance! As one of my best friends always
says, "Repentance is an eternal principle." <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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gospel!! My mission has opened so many doors and changed my vision of what
matters most. I am giving my all and know that I can and will always give
more. </span></span></div>
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all! </span></span></div>
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Sender <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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another cockroach (haha idk how to spell) last night.....ew <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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1,000 types of ants here and they get into everything!! Even paper!! and they
all bite!! ouch! <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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allergic to the mango "milk" that drips out when you pick a mango.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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normal to pick fruit from the backyard and make juice. <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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cupuaçu are 2 fruits that are only grown here in pará. Açai is exported all
over the world, but we drink it pure here right after it is harvested :) <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18126275873100346167noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3676446255856215459.post-91215363926529007362014-11-08T08:32:00.000-08:002014-11-08T08:32:59.700-08:00September 29, 2014
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and Friends,<o:p></o:p></span></span><br />
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believe that September is already over and that October is here! I bet the
leaves are starting to change! I think fall is the most beautiful season back
in Ohio. Nothing beats driving out to the church in Hiram and soaking in the
beauty of the changing maple trees driving down the big hill. Here in Belém,
the seasons do not change very much. There is sunshine with rain and then
sunshine with more sunshine. We are currently in "summer" or the
hottest part of the year. When it rains the heat just gets worse as it rises
from the ground and the sun shining down at the same time. Yesterday was hot...
the road was steaming! It looked like the hot air that comes out of the oven
when you open it. I think we might just have to try frying an egg on the
sidewalk today! I love the sunshine! :) </span></span><span lang="EN" style="color: black; font-size: 11.5pt; mso-ansi-language: EN; mso-ascii-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-font-family: "Segoe UI"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-hansi-font-family: Calibri;"><o:p><span style="font-family: Calibri;"> </span></o:p></span></div>
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<span lang="EN" style="color: black; font-size: 11.5pt; mso-ansi-language: EN; mso-ascii-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-font-family: "Segoe UI"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-hansi-font-family: Calibri;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">This week was
full of challenge and spiritual experiences. We have been working with an
investigator named Fabio and he is ready to be baptized. He was having a hard
time recognizeing his answer but with lots of prayer and discussions, he
received his answer. He aid that when he started praying, he felt like he had a
debt to be paid and that when he finished or asked for an answer, he felt as
though his debt had been paid. He then explained that he feels two types of
peace. A peace that he feels in three moments. At church, during our lessons,
and when he prays. It was an incredible conversation helping him recognize his
answer! The spirit wa incredible. Yes, he still needs to understand more about
the importance of baptism and enduring to the end, but he received his answer!
Peace!! One of the most powerful fruits of the spirit! </span></span></div>
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work!! I know I say that every week, but it is because that love grows each and
every week. I love my Savior so much and am so grateful for the power of
repentance. I am not a perfect missionary, but through his infinite grace, my
best efforts are enough. <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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wonderful week!<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18126275873100346167noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3676446255856215459.post-18912606816691041552014-11-08T08:31:00.000-08:002014-11-08T08:31:29.413-08:00September 22, 2014
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and Friends,<o:p></o:p></span></span><br />
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<span lang="EN" style="color: black; font-size: 11.5pt; mso-ansi-language: EN; mso-ascii-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-font-family: "Segoe UI"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-hansi-font-family: Calibri;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">Another
week!!! NOSSA!! Well we are doing great :) I love my companion and we are
having a ton of success. It is so wonderful having someone to laugh at my
silliness and just have fun while working. I think I have laughed and smiled a
lot more this past week, which was wonderful!! <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN" style="color: black; font-size: 11.5pt; mso-ansi-language: EN; mso-ascii-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-font-family: "Segoe UI"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-hansi-font-family: Calibri;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">It was a
challenging, but wonderful week. We taught a ton and walked a ton too. I tried
to teach my comp how to do a street contact inside of a city bus full of
people, but she chickened out... leaving me alone in the front of the bus full
of people.... she was laughing at my craziness, but surprisingly I wasn’t
nervous and it was quite fun! I have learned that if we are comfortable in our
little comfort zone, we do not progress. How do we progress?? Change! Do
something different! Preach the gospel on the city bus again :) haha she laughs
at me, but we are having success because we are doing things differently than
we have tried in the past. I love this work! <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN" style="color: black; font-family: "Calibri","sans-serif"; font-size: 11.5pt; line-height: 115%; mso-ansi-language: EN; mso-bidi-font-family: "Segoe UI"; mso-bidi-language: AR-SA; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-language: EN-US;">I have loved my time serving the people here in Belém. We are so blessed
o have the luxuries that </span>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18126275873100346167noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3676446255856215459.post-59239183981811492932014-11-08T08:28:00.002-08:002014-11-08T08:28:07.319-08:00September 15, 2014
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and Friends,<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN" style="color: black; font-size: 11.5pt; mso-ansi-language: EN; mso-ascii-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-font-family: "Segoe UI"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-hansi-font-family: Calibri;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">Wow what a
week!!!! I finally have a companion again!!!! Yay!!! Sister C. Cardoso. It is
quite funny because I already served with a mini missionary named "Sister
G. Cardoso" and now I am serving with Sister C. Cardoso. So many
Cardosos!!! <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN" style="color: black; font-size: 11.5pt; mso-ansi-language: EN; mso-ascii-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-font-family: "Segoe UI"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-hansi-font-family: Calibri;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">We had a
successful week full of teaching and running around our area trying to organize
Andressa's baptism. She was so excited. It was great to see her in white :) I
am not sure if you all remember Jamilli? Well she is an incredible member
missionary!!! Andressa is her best friend, and Jamilli took charge helping us
teach her friend. It was the most incredible sight watching your recent convert
share her testimony at the baptismal service of her best friend. The spirit was
so powerful. I love this work!!! <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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thought a lot about "missionary work" this week. I pondered and
reflected about just how incredible it is that 80,000 young men and women
voluntarily serve missions! As we taught a preacher of one of our investigators
this week, he was full of questions about missionary service and he just couldn’t
seem to wrap his mind around the fact that we serve voluntarily. He asked
"How do you motivate 80,000 young people to do that?!! We replied,
"it is simple! Because we know that our message is true and can change
lives". <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN" style="color: black; font-size: 11.5pt; mso-ansi-language: EN; mso-ascii-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-font-family: "Segoe UI"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-hansi-font-family: Calibri;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">I know that
this work is true and that I am being guided by my father in heaven. I love
him! I love this people and I love my mission! <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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wonderful week!! Stay Warm!! (that shouldn’t be a problem for me) <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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Sender <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN" style="color: black; font-size: 11.5pt; mso-ansi-language: EN; mso-ascii-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-font-family: "Segoe UI"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-hansi-font-family: Calibri;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">It is normal
to throw trash out your car window, or even your house window. (I don’t though
haha) <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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so hot, it is normal to spend all day walking around in just a towel. <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN" style="color: black; font-size: 11.5pt; mso-ansi-language: EN; mso-ascii-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-font-family: "Segoe UI"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-hansi-font-family: Calibri;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">We eat a lot
for lunch but to eat dinner is rare. <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18126275873100346167noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3676446255856215459.post-80121018919257350442014-11-08T08:23:00.005-08:002014-11-08T08:28:22.199-08:00September 8, 2014<br />
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<span lang="EN" style="color: black; font-size: 11.5pt; mso-ansi-language: EN; mso-ascii-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-font-family: "Segoe UI"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-hansi-font-family: Calibri;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">Dear Family
and Friends,<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN" style="color: black; font-size: 11.5pt; mso-ansi-language: EN; mso-ascii-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-font-family: "Segoe UI"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-hansi-font-family: Calibri;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">What a
week!!! It was a week of changes for sure! I was "single" this week
which was so weird. My companion was transferred to Belém on Tuesday and I
stayed here in a trio/ with members doing splits whenever I could. It was so
weird not having a companion. I was a little lost to be honest. I realized that
it will be such a hard adjustment when I get back to make decisions and just
simply walk in the street alone!! Weird!!!! haha </span></span><span lang="EN" style="color: black; font-size: 11.5pt; mso-ansi-language: EN; mso-ascii-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-font-family: "Segoe UI"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-hansi-font-family: Calibri;"><o:p><span style="font-family: Calibri;"> </span></o:p></span></div>
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<span lang="EN" style="color: black; font-size: 11.5pt; mso-ansi-language: EN; mso-ascii-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-font-family: "Segoe UI"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-hansi-font-family: Calibri;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">With this
experience, I also learned the importance of companions. I only have 50% of the
inspiration and without the other 50% our work doesn’t run smoothly. I am so
grateful that I will have a companion in these next few days :) </span></span><span lang="EN" style="color: black; font-size: 11.5pt; mso-ansi-language: EN; mso-ascii-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-font-family: "Segoe UI"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-hansi-font-family: Calibri;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">Today I was
studying in Isaiah 41 and wanted to share a bit that I learned. i was really
touched by verses 10 and 13. </span></span><span lang="EN" style="color: black; font-size: 11.5pt; mso-ansi-language: EN; mso-ascii-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-font-family: "Segoe UI"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-hansi-font-family: Calibri;"><o:p><span style="font-family: Calibri;"> </span></o:p></span></div>
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<span lang="EN" style="color: black; font-size: 11.5pt; mso-ansi-language: EN; mso-ascii-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-font-family: "Segoe UI"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-hansi-font-family: Calibri;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">10 "Fear
thou not; for I am with thee: be not dismayed; for I am thy God: I will
strengthen thee; yea, i will help thee; yea, I will uphold thee with the right
hand of my righteousness. </span></span></div>
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I the Lord thy God will hold thy right hand, saying unto thee, fear not; I will
help thee." </span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN" style="color: black; font-size: 11.5pt; mso-ansi-language: EN; mso-ascii-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-font-family: "Segoe UI"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-hansi-font-family: Calibri;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">When I read
these verses I felt an overwhelming love of my Savior knowing that I am not
alone in this work. He is holding my hand and guiding me where I need to go. We
don’t need to fear in this life! Fear and faith cannot coexist! Our Savior is
with us! He can never forget us because his hands are marked with each of our
names. I find so much comfort knowing that my Savior knows how I am feeling and
has lived every hardship that we each pass in our lives. I love Him. </span></span></div>
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each have a wonderful week :) Love you all!! </span></span></div>
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Sender </span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN" style="color: black; font-size: 11.5pt; mso-ansi-language: EN; mso-ascii-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-font-family: "Segoe UI"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-hansi-font-family: Calibri;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">Ps: I will be
staying here in Castanhal :) I think I will be finishing my mission here which
will be wonderful! I love my district!! We are setting records and seeing
miracles :)</span></span></div>
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was independence day here :) (They don’t use fireworks... only for soccer games
haha) </span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN" style="color: black; font-size: 11.5pt; mso-ansi-language: EN; mso-ascii-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-font-family: "Segoe UI"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-hansi-font-family: Calibri;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">love you all!! <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18126275873100346167noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3676446255856215459.post-51615965306240110222014-09-05T12:47:00.001-07:002014-09-05T12:48:52.894-07:00September 1, 2014<br />
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2014</span></span><span lang="EN" style="color: black; font-size: 11.5pt; mso-ansi-language: EN; mso-ascii-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-font-family: "Segoe UI"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-hansi-font-family: Calibri;"><o:p><span style="font-family: Calibri;"> </span></o:p></span></div>
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<span lang="EN" style="color: black; font-size: 11.5pt; mso-ansi-language: EN; mso-ascii-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-font-family: "Segoe UI"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-hansi-font-family: Calibri;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">Dear Family
and Friends! <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN" style="color: black; font-size: 11.5pt; mso-ansi-language: EN; mso-ascii-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-font-family: "Segoe UI"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-hansi-font-family: Calibri;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">What a
week!!! Flew by and was full of miracle after miracle!!!! My district had four
baptisms this week!!!!! We baptized Andre and Isabel :) Yes!!!!! It was a
beautiful baptism :) Isabel was so excited and adorable in her little white
jumpsuit. After 78 years she was finally baptized and has never been happier. I
love her!! She calls me her beautiful daughter and never stops hugging me I
love it. Watching her being baptized was one of the tenderest moments in my
life. It was a promise fulfilled from many years ago and I know the heavens
were rejoicing :) Andre was also super excited. He has quite a heavy past life
and changed so many things to be baptized. The church saved his life and he is
so happy and finally clean. </span></span><span lang="EN" style="color: black; font-size: 11.5pt; mso-ansi-language: EN; mso-ascii-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-font-family: "Segoe UI"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-hansi-font-family: Calibri;"><o:p><span style="font-family: Calibri;"> </span></o:p></span></div>
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<span lang="EN" style="color: black; font-size: 11.5pt; mso-ansi-language: EN; mso-ascii-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-font-family: "Segoe UI"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-hansi-font-family: Calibri;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">I was
thinking about that this week. How through baptism we are made clean again.
What a promise! The Lord has given us the tools and the commandments, and if we
are faithful, we can be clean of every sin that we have ever committed. It is
remarkable!! I am so grateful for the mercy God shows to each of his
children. </span></span><span lang="EN" style="color: black; font-size: 11.5pt; mso-ansi-language: EN; mso-ascii-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-font-family: "Segoe UI"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-hansi-font-family: Calibri;"><o:p><span style="font-family: Calibri;"> </span></o:p></span></div>
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<span lang="EN" style="color: black; font-size: 11.5pt; mso-ansi-language: EN; mso-ascii-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-font-family: "Segoe UI"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-hansi-font-family: Calibri;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">I know he
lives and loves us!! We were sent here to earth to gain the knowledge we need
and to do everything we can possibly do in order to return to his presence. I
know that charity is and pure love of Christ and that through Christ-like love,
miracles happen. </span></span><span lang="EN" style="color: black; font-size: 11.5pt; mso-ansi-language: EN; mso-ascii-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-font-family: "Segoe UI"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-hansi-font-family: Calibri;"><o:p><span style="font-family: Calibri;"> </span></o:p></span></div>
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<span lang="EN" style="color: black; font-size: 11.5pt; mso-ansi-language: EN; mso-ascii-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-font-family: "Segoe UI"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-hansi-font-family: Calibri;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">I love this
work and have felt the power of the atonement change me. I am still
"Haley", but just with a different sparkle ;) </span></span><span lang="EN" style="color: black; font-size: 11.5pt; mso-ansi-language: EN; mso-ascii-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-font-family: "Segoe UI"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-hansi-font-family: Calibri;"><o:p><span style="font-family: Calibri;"> </span></o:p></span></div>
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<span lang="EN" style="color: black; font-size: 11.5pt; mso-ansi-language: EN; mso-ascii-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-font-family: "Segoe UI"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-hansi-font-family: Calibri;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">love you all!
Have a wonderful week :) <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN" style="color: black; font-size: 11.5pt; mso-ansi-language: EN; mso-ascii-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-font-family: "Segoe UI"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-hansi-font-family: Calibri;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">Love
always, <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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Sender </span></span></div>
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anymore hahaha everything is normal... hmmmmmm American culture will be
weird. </span></span></div>
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and Friends,<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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it!!! 21 times around the sun and still kicking hahah wow 21!!!!! ahhhh that is
just old.... My birthday was great :) super simple, but full of serving so it
was fantastic :) I wanted to share a miracle that </span><a href="http://happened.it/" target="_blank"><span style="color: #0072c6; text-decoration: none; text-underline: none;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">happened.it</span></span></a><span style="font-family: Calibri;"> was the best birthday present I could have asked
for. </span></span><span lang="EN" style="color: black; font-size: 11.5pt; mso-ansi-language: EN; mso-ascii-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-font-family: "Segoe UI"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-hansi-font-family: Calibri;"><o:p><span style="font-family: Calibri;"> </span></o:p></span></div>
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<span lang="EN" style="color: black; font-size: 11.5pt; mso-ansi-language: EN; mso-ascii-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-font-family: "Segoe UI"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-hansi-font-family: Calibri;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">So I wanted
to drink Açai on my birthday, but I wanted to drink it with Isabel our 78 year
old investigator. We went over to her house that evening and I bought Açai for
us all to drink and share. While we were teaching her, she started sharing an
experience. She had told me a few days earlier that she had had a dream about
me. She started sharing her dream...</span></span><span lang="EN" style="color: black; font-size: 11.5pt; mso-ansi-language: EN; mso-ascii-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-font-family: "Segoe UI"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-hansi-font-family: Calibri;"><o:p><span style="font-family: Calibri;"> </span></o:p></span></div>
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a few years ago she had this dream...</span></span><span lang="EN" style="color: black; font-size: 11.5pt; mso-ansi-language: EN; mso-ascii-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-font-family: "Segoe UI"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-hansi-font-family: Calibri;"><o:p><span style="font-family: Calibri;"> </span></o:p></span></div>
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home with her husband (he passed away 11 years ago) and walked outside. She
started hearing a bunch of noise and became very scared. She thought the world
was ending. She ran home and called for her husband. He told her that it wasn’t
sounds of the world ending, but of trumpets of angels sounding. She went back
outside and found the place where she was hearing the sounds. She entered the
place and saw three angels in long robes. The first was a short small angel in
blue. Another was in a large angel in a green robe. And the third was a tall
thin white angel in a white robe. She said that the angel was whiter that
anything she had ever seen. With tears in her eyes (and mine) she looked at me
and said "It was you". Isabel continued and said that i was the
captain angel guiding the others and that I started talking to her (in the
dream) and said "Isabel, do you have faith?" She replied
"yes". </span></span><span lang="EN" style="color: black; font-size: 11.5pt; mso-ansi-language: EN; mso-ascii-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-font-family: "Segoe UI"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-hansi-font-family: Calibri;"><o:p><span style="font-family: Calibri;"> </span></o:p></span></div>
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continued to explain that she knows that the Lord sent us to rescue her. He
sent us to her house to find her, In that moment she said that she knew she
needed to be baptized. I was then crying like a baby. It was like reliving a memory
of a past life. I know it wasn’t a dream she was describing. It was a
memory. <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN" style="color: black; font-size: 11.5pt; mso-ansi-language: EN; mso-ascii-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-font-family: "Segoe UI"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-hansi-font-family: Calibri;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">It was the
best possible birthday present I could have received. It was the most powerful
spiritual experience that I have had during my mission. More powerful than
speaking without an accent with Khalil, silvo praying, deborah receiving her
answer, or afternoons with Henriqueita. I have had countless spiritual
experiences here in the mission field, but my 21st birthday was the first time
I touched the other side of heaven. <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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forget the day we walked past Isabel's house and the impression and clear voice
of the spirit to go back and knock on the door. We are rescuing one of my
dearest lifelong friends. Isabel. A friend from long before this life. Her
baptism will be beautiful. We finished the evening laughing, drinking açai and
looking at old photos of her 7 children. She is an angel. As we left we
embraced for awhile. As if two best friends embraced after a distance apart. I couldn’t
help but say "I love you Isabel" and she replied "I love you
too". <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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was called to Belém for a sacred purpose. I know my savior lives and that the
Lord knows each of his children. If he could sent a 21yr old sister to a 78
year old widow. He knows us. <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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all! </span></span><span lang="EN" style="color: black; font-size: 11.5pt; mso-ansi-language: EN; mso-ascii-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-font-family: "Segoe UI"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-hansi-font-family: Calibri;"><o:p><span style="font-family: Calibri;"> </span></o:p></span></div>
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wonderful week:)<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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was baptized sat!!!! It was incredible!!!! </span></span></div>
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power went out.... it was an adventure!!!!! :) love you all <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<br />Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18126275873100346167noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3676446255856215459.post-77686101059437357862014-09-05T12:40:00.000-07:002014-09-05T12:49:39.291-07:00August 18, 2014<br />
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and Friends,<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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It was a bit of a tough one, but we learned a lot. We were rejected a lot and
honestly I had the opportunity to feel the sorrow our Heavenly Father feels
when his children do not come unto him. My main purpose as a missionary and
most important in my opinion is to invite others to come unto Christ through
his restored gospel. It is a simple and yet complex purpose, but is so
rewarding. This week was full of challenges and I won’t lie, I got a bit discouraged.
I felt like I wasn’t fulfilling my purpose. We were rejected so much, our appts
fell through all week, out scheduled baptism fell through 20 mins before it
started and we were just not seeing the "fruits" of our labors. I
came to a conclusion. A prayer filled answer really. We were inviting and doing
everything we could (100% obedience has always been my goal), but we don’t have
control of how others will react to our invite or if they accept it. Christ was
not accepted by everyone he met. He was rejected day after day until his
eternal sacrifice, why would I be exempt from being rejected as a
representative of Christ? Rejection really means we are doing the Lords
work. <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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we had a testimony building experience with this idea. We were searching for an
address and stopped in front of a house. We clapped at the gate and a man came
to the door. We asked for directions and he started yelling questions about
what church we belonged to. We told him " A Igreja de Jesus Cristo dos
Santos dos Ùltimos dias". He replied "oh those Mormons!!" In
that moment he started angrily screaming that Joseph Smith was not a prophet,
the Book of Mormon condemned God, that we were part of a cult that didn’t
believe in God, that only the bible was truly the word of God and he continued
for a while screaming. He asked a few questions and really the spirit took
over. my companion was a nervous wreck, staring at him (she even asked for a
cup of water!! haha). Our convert Jamilli was with us and was shocked. I was
surprised to find myself completely calm and answered every question with the
Bible and the Book of Mormon. After answering a few questions he stopped
looking at me in the eyes. He talked about a book he had that talked about
other religions. I didn’t want to "Bible bash" or debate so I just
testified. He didn’t stop screaming, but we calming testified of truth and said
good afternoon. <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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was strengthened during that 5-10 min conversation. Knowing that we stood our
ground and defended the true gospel of Christ. I invited him to search for himself,
to pray and ask God. We invited him unto Christ, he just chose not to accept
our invite. I know that the Lord was guiding our words and thoughts that afternoon
and that he knew the power 10 mins had to strengthen my testimony of this work
and gospel. I know that Jesus Christ is the Savior of the world. He paid for
every one of our sins, and that only through him we can one day return and live
in the presence of our Father in heaven. I love my Savior and am so grateful for
his example of truly enduring to the end.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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wonderful week!! <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<br />Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18126275873100346167noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3676446255856215459.post-79405728683911098162014-09-05T12:33:00.001-07:002014-09-05T12:33:34.549-07:00August 11, 2014
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and Friends, <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN" style="color: black; font-size: 11.5pt; mso-ansi-language: EN; mso-ascii-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-font-family: "Segoe UI"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-hansi-font-family: Calibri;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">It was a
great week! We walked, worked and taught a ton! Wednesday I had the opportunity
to travel to Belém for another leadership training mtg which was wonderful. I
learned a ton and really felt the love the Lord has for each of his
missionaries. This week we also baptized two young men (Brothers) Welber and Walber.
It was a very spiritual experience to see just how far they have come and to
see the gospel blessing their family. We are currently processing the wedding
documents for their parents and will shortly have another baptism for their
parents. They are so excited and are making all of the changes necessary to one
day be an eternal family. <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN" style="color: black; font-size: 11.5pt; mso-ansi-language: EN; mso-ascii-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-font-family: "Segoe UI"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-hansi-font-family: Calibri;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">I know that
families are ordained for God. He guides his families here on earth and wanted
what is best for each of his children. If we use our agency correctly we will
one day receive all of the promised blessing of the Lord. I know that Families
can be together forever through all eternity. That is my desire and goal. To be
worthy to spend eternity with my eternal family. I hope you each strive to have
that very same goal. <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN" style="color: black; font-size: 11.5pt; mso-ansi-language: EN; mso-ascii-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-font-family: "Segoe UI"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-hansi-font-family: Calibri;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">Have a
wonderful week! <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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Sender <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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perfume (men and women) <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN" style="color: black; font-size: 11.5pt; mso-ansi-language: EN; mso-ascii-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-font-family: "Segoe UI"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-hansi-font-family: Calibri;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">- I have
started to love cold showers. (after one year, I can jump in the cold water
without reacting!!!) <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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with bug spray and 2 fans to blow the mosquitoes away.... sometimes you find
them dead in your bed in the morning...<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN" style="color: black; font-size: 11.5pt; mso-ansi-language: EN; mso-ascii-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-font-family: "Segoe UI"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-hansi-font-family: Calibri;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">- I have
recently started talking in my sleep and waking up at 1am to pray to then
realize that it is 1 am! haha it is crazy :) <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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people here and the generosity :) <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN" style="color: black; font-size: 11.5pt; mso-ansi-language: EN; mso-ascii-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-font-family: "Segoe UI"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-hansi-font-family: Calibri;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">(I can’t
speak/write in English anymore... it requires a lot of thinking) <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN" style="color: black; font-size: 11.5pt; mso-ansi-language: EN; mso-ascii-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-font-family: "Segoe UI"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-hansi-font-family: Calibri;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">love you all!! <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18126275873100346167noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3676446255856215459.post-62237658884293749632014-09-05T12:30:00.002-07:002014-09-05T12:30:25.907-07:00August 4, 2014
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and Friends,<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN" style="color: black; font-size: 11.5pt; mso-ansi-language: EN; mso-ascii-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-font-family: "Segoe UI"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-hansi-font-family: Calibri;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">Wow another
week!! Nossa!! This week was great :) My companion Sister Ribeiro and I went
right to work and are trying to see the miracles happen. We saw a few and my testimony
was once again strengthened. I wanted to share a story. <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN" style="color: black; font-size: 11.5pt; mso-ansi-language: EN; mso-ascii-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-font-family: "Segoe UI"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-hansi-font-family: Calibri;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">Saturday
night we were walking home after a few appts fell through. We started hearing a
kitten crying. (Yes, I know I don’t like cats) I felt pity for this kitten and
my comp picked it up. I started thinking and praying to know who would give
this kitten a home. We started walking home and a name came to mind. (Evete).
We walked the 30 mins to her house with the kitten crying super loud. We got
there to find tem getting ready to leave for a b-day party. They gave the
kitten a little bit of milk, talked to their neighbor who gladly took in the
kitten. Evete quickly asked if I knew how to braid hair. I said yes and started
braiding her hair. After about 30 seconds she softly said, "I will go to
church tomorrow". I was shocked because she always had an excuse not to
go. I was so excited! We chatted and she wanted to walk to the party which was
in the same direction as our house, so we walked together. She started talking
about how earlier that day she has asked a woman from her church to do her hair
for the party and the woman replied that if she had time she would. At about
8pm Evete started praying to have someone to do her hair. She came to the
conclusion that she was used to "leaving home ugly" and started to lose
hope. At that very moment we knocked on her door and were able to help. She
said "God sent two angels to my house tonight". The Lord put that
kitten there with a purpose!!!! My aunt Saresa taught me how to French braid
for a purpose too :) I know it sounds so silly to think that a kitten could
make such a difference, but it was another testimony to me that the Lord guides
his children to help one another. <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN" style="color: black; font-size: 11.5pt; mso-ansi-language: EN; mso-ascii-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-font-family: "Segoe UI"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-hansi-font-family: Calibri;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">I am so
grateful for this gospel and know that it is true. I know that the Church of
Jesus Christ has been restored through a prophet of God. The gospel holds the
answers to all of life’s deepest questions. I love this work! I love my Savior
and know that he gave his life for each of us individually. He lives! <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN" style="color: black; font-size: 11.5pt; mso-ansi-language: EN; mso-ascii-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-font-family: "Segoe UI"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-hansi-font-family: Calibri;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">I love this
people and am honored to be here in Belém serving! <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN" style="color: black; font-size: 11.5pt; mso-ansi-language: EN; mso-ascii-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-font-family: "Segoe UI"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-hansi-font-family: Calibri;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">Sister
Sender <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN" style="color: black; font-size: 11.5pt; mso-ansi-language: EN; mso-ascii-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-font-family: "Segoe UI"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-hansi-font-family: Calibri;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">cultural: <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN" style="color: black; font-size: 11.5pt; mso-ansi-language: EN; mso-ascii-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-font-family: "Segoe UI"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-hansi-font-family: Calibri;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">-we eat rice
with spaghetti noodles and beans every day and they switch between chicken and
beef. salad is lettuce and sliced cucumbers or tomatoes without dressing.
(sometimes they put sal or vinagre on it) <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN" style="color: black; font-size: 11.5pt; mso-ansi-language: EN; mso-ascii-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-font-family: "Segoe UI"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-hansi-font-family: Calibri;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">- it is
summer here too :) 95-115 everyday walking in the sun is a blast :) anything
below 80 degrees is freezing!! <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN" style="color: black; font-size: 11.5pt; mso-ansi-language: EN; mso-ascii-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-font-family: "Segoe UI"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-hansi-font-family: Calibri;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">love ya! <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18126275873100346167noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3676446255856215459.post-75185772209964146482014-09-05T12:26:00.003-07:002014-09-05T12:26:41.186-07:00July 28, 2014
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<span lang="EN" style="color: black; font-size: 11.5pt; mso-ansi-language: EN; mso-ascii-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-font-family: "Segoe UI"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-hansi-font-family: Calibri;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">Dear Family and
Friends,<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN" style="color: black; font-size: 11.5pt; mso-ansi-language: EN; mso-ascii-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-font-family: "Segoe UI"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-hansi-font-family: Calibri;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">Another week
and another transfer has come to a close.... nossa!! It passes by so fast!! I
will be staying in Castanhal and will be serving with Sister Ribeiro :) My mini
missionary finished her mission today (her b-day) and it was super special. It
was fun but I am excited to see the miracles that await us! <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN" style="color: black; font-size: 11.5pt; mso-ansi-language: EN; mso-ascii-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-font-family: "Segoe UI"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-hansi-font-family: Calibri;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">We had a
wonderful work filled week. I went on splits with my district and it was a
blast serving with Sister Neal for a little bit. She is a powerful missionary.
As we taught Avilá we were touched by her excitement and joy. Avilá was a
street contact that decided to visit the church one Sunday. We made our first
visit in her home, and she was thrilled. She really has been prepared by the
hand of God. She even took her sister with her to church yesterday :) The
spirit really does touch the hearts of those that listen. <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN" style="color: black; font-size: 11.5pt; mso-ansi-language: EN; mso-ascii-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-font-family: "Segoe UI"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-hansi-font-family: Calibri;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">My comp
Sister G. Cardoso and I had a few miracles this week too. On Thursday we were
walking down the street and I felt impressed to knock on a door. I didn’t
listen... instantly, the thought came "remember what happened with
Jamile... what if you refused to talk to her?" We back tracked and knocked
on the door. We taught a very special family that night. We passed by their
house Saturday to confirm that they would be going to church on Sunday. They
were so excited. I will be honest and say I was nervous that they would
actually go. We passed by on Sunday and all 6 of them and their two
grandchildren were all ready for church. When we arrived at church everything
worked out so smoothly. They were prepared. They already had quite a few member
friends!! It was actually quite funny to see the 75 year old grandma basically
yelling at her friend for not inviting her earlier! Even a few young men
thanked us and apologized that they hadn’t thought to share the gospel with
this family. It was a very humbling experience for us and also for many
members. I know that the Lord is guiding my mission and his work. <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN" style="color: black; font-size: 11.5pt; mso-ansi-language: EN; mso-ascii-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-font-family: "Segoe UI"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-hansi-font-family: Calibri;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">I started
reflexing a ton after yesterday. I think there really were so many more people
in my home town that I could have invited and just never did. This is something
that every one of you can count on me changing after the mission. I will invite
my friends to learn more. Why didn’t I do that earlier? Who was I to judge
whether or not they would accept or were ready? I am so grateful for the power
of repentance. <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN" style="color: black; font-size: 11.5pt; mso-ansi-language: EN; mso-ascii-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-font-family: "Segoe UI"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-hansi-font-family: Calibri;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">I love my
mission and this work is moving forward. After a great conversation with my
mission president this morning, I am so excited to see what this transfer has
in store :) <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN" style="color: black; font-size: 11.5pt; mso-ansi-language: EN; mso-ascii-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-font-family: "Segoe UI"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-hansi-font-family: Calibri;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">I love you
all! Keep the faith and share this powerful message!! <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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fantastic week! <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN" style="color: black; font-size: 11.5pt; mso-ansi-language: EN; mso-ascii-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-font-family: "Segoe UI"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-hansi-font-family: Calibri;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">cultural: <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN" style="color: black; font-size: 11.5pt; mso-ansi-language: EN; mso-ascii-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-font-family: "Segoe UI"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-hansi-font-family: Calibri;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">- churrasco
(grilled meat almost steak) is a typical food for parties and whenever you
invite friends over <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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the floor with powdered laundry soap and a broom <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN" style="color: black; font-size: 11.5pt; mso-ansi-language: EN; mso-ascii-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-font-family: "Segoe UI"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-hansi-font-family: Calibri;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">- the
sun is always the strongest 12pm-3pm and people think we are crazy walking in
the sun <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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currently a baby ant crawling on the computer screen.... totally
normal... <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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daily <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18126275873100346167noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3676446255856215459.post-48407067750658372912014-09-05T12:24:00.002-07:002014-09-05T12:24:22.331-07:00July 21, 2014
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and Friends,<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
<br />
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<span lang="EN" style="color: black; font-size: 11.5pt; mso-ansi-language: EN; mso-ascii-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-font-family: "Segoe UI"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-hansi-font-family: Calibri;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">It was a week
of serious hard work. We walked a ton, talked with so many people, fasted, and
prayed to see the miracles that were waiting for us. A few we were privileged
to witness and a few others we are still waiting. Patience is a virtue ;) <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN" style="color: black; font-size: 11.5pt; mso-ansi-language: EN; mso-ascii-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-font-family: "Segoe UI"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-hansi-font-family: Calibri;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">It was
wonderful walking to church yesterday with Caio (kyle) and to see the
excitement on his face. He is making so many changes and really letting the
gospel change his life. He has so many goals and dreams, and as he learns more
about this perfect gospel, he is witnessing just how perfectly the gospel fits
into his future goals. It has really strengthened my testimony watching him
progress in the gospel. It was also wonderful seeing Jamili enter the church
yesterday with a huge smile on her face. She is studying and learning, asking
questions and even shared her conversion story with Caio. The spirit was
incredible watching one recent convert teach an investigator and share the joy
that this gospel brings. <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN" style="color: black; font-size: 11.5pt; mso-ansi-language: EN; mso-ascii-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-font-family: "Segoe UI"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-hansi-font-family: Calibri;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">I know that
our savior lives. He loves each of us and yearns to see us doing what is right
in the eyes of the Lord. Our goal is to return to live with him for
eternity. <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN" style="color: black; font-size: 11.5pt; mso-ansi-language: EN; mso-ascii-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-font-family: "Segoe UI"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-hansi-font-family: Calibri;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">I love this
work!! Have a wonderful week :)<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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Sender <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN" style="color: black; font-size: 11.5pt; mso-ansi-language: EN; mso-ascii-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-font-family: "Segoe UI"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-hansi-font-family: Calibri;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">ps: cultural<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN" style="color: black; font-size: 11.5pt; mso-ansi-language: EN; mso-ascii-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-font-family: "Segoe UI"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-hansi-font-family: Calibri;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">-a normal pet
would be a dog, cat or parrot. There are tons of parrots here :)<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN" style="color: black; font-size: 11.5pt; mso-ansi-language: EN; mso-ascii-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-font-family: "Segoe UI"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-hansi-font-family: Calibri;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">- when you
celebrate your birthday here, you eat and eat and eat and eat and they invite
the entire family and blast music etc. <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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used to the culture now... everything is normal.... <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18126275873100346167noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3676446255856215459.post-5634625154930044962014-09-05T12:20:00.002-07:002014-09-05T12:20:36.950-07:00July 14, 2014
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<span lang="EN" style="color: black; font-size: 11.5pt; mso-ansi-language: EN; mso-ascii-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-font-family: "Segoe UI"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-hansi-font-family: Calibri;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">Dear Family
and Friends,<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
<br />
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<span lang="EN" style="color: black; font-size: 11.5pt; mso-ansi-language: EN; mso-ascii-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-font-family: "Segoe UI"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-hansi-font-family: Calibri;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">This week
flew by!!! I feel like I haven’t slept in a year haha but it is so worth it! We
had a miracle on Saturday with the Baptism of Jamile :) She was glowing and so
ready :) It really put into perspective yet again for me that our father in
Heaven really does love us. He loves Jamile so much and prepared her for this
time. Yesterday, when she received the Holy Ghost, in her blessing, she was
promised that she would always have the strength to be a light for her family
and friends. She most certainly is and I am so proud of her decision to enter
Christ's church. Camilie is preparing to be baptized in a few weeks and we are
excited for her :) <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN" style="color: black; font-size: 11.5pt; mso-ansi-language: EN; mso-ascii-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-font-family: "Segoe UI"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-hansi-font-family: Calibri;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">We also had a
wonderful miracle yesterday that was combined with a miracle during the week.
We had received a reference to visit kyle and he was so ready. He mentioned
that he has been visiting the church every Wednesday night for more than two
years, but never had missionaries teach him. We talked with him and when I
asked why he wanted baptized in the church he replied "I never was invited!".
I think my chin almost touched the ground. We taught him and he accepted a
baptismal date without a question. Then yesterday we called to confirm that he
would be going to church and he said yes everything was good to go. it was a
little bit before church started and my comp felt impressed to call him. We
called and he said that he wouldn’t be going to church because he didn’t have a
way to get there. We quickly arranged a way and he loved the church service and
was so excited. I know that the spirit was testifying to him and my comp
yesterday. <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN" style="color: black; font-size: 11.5pt; mso-ansi-language: EN; mso-ascii-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-font-family: "Segoe UI"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-hansi-font-family: Calibri;"><o:p><span style="font-family: Calibri;"> </span></o:p></span></div>
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<span lang="EN" style="color: black; font-size: 11.5pt; mso-ansi-language: EN; mso-ascii-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-font-family: "Segoe UI"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-hansi-font-family: Calibri;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">I love this
work and the miracles that we are seeing. Yes it is hard work, are there are
lots of moments of disappointment (one investigator snuck out his window
yesterday and didn’t want to talk to us), but the miracles and spiritual
moments make every effort worth it. <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN" style="color: black; font-size: 11.5pt; mso-ansi-language: EN; mso-ascii-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-font-family: "Segoe UI"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-hansi-font-family: Calibri;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">I hope that
you are all doing well! Thank you for the thoughts and prayers! <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18126275873100346167noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3676446255856215459.post-81896751102788023782014-09-05T12:17:00.001-07:002014-09-05T12:17:44.004-07:00July 8, 2014
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race that never slows down! This week was incredible and so busy! Because of
the world cup, Tuesday (I think it was Tuesday haha) we had to stay home for
the afternoon and I was going crazy haha I wanted to be teaching people. Then Wednesday
we traveled to Belém for a leadership conference, and then yesterday we had
mission conference in Belém. It was incredible :) So today we have a little bit
of time to send out a message. This week was full of miracles. I learned a ton
about the power of work, faith and prayer. We have been sprinting full speed
and miracles are happening. We have been teaching a ton of new people and they
are progressing. I really feel the Saviors love for them and my love for my
investigators grows daily. I wanted to share a quick experience. <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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we were walking in the street and my comp saw a tree that she loves to make
"tea" (water with the leaves boiled in it) with the leaves. We
knocked on the door and asked if we could pick some leaves from the tree.
Jamile said yes and we started talking to her. We felt really strongly to just
be blunt with her. We told her our purpose and that we had a message to share
with her "right now" We entered her house and shared a spirit filled
lesson. she was excited and I know that she was waiting for us. We marked a
return appt and left. When we returned for the second visit he was waiting and ready
with her sister (camile). They both were actively involved in the lesson and
were excited about visiting the church. When Sunday came... they weren’t home.
We were heart broken. We passed by the next day and their mom said that they
went to Belém because of a death in the family, but had called a bunch of times
to make sure that we knew that they wanted to go the following week. That was
exciting we returned and kept teaching. They went to a baptism service on Saturday
and said it was "incredible". They eagerly went to church Sunday and
are preparing for baptism. We are so excited! They even cancelled a summer
vacation so that they can be baptized :) I know that the Lord planted that
special tree in front of their house for a reason ;)<br />
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I am so grateful for the power of the spirit. I know that Christ lives
and loves us. It is through the first step of baptism that we can come closer
to Christ. It is not just any random baptism. It is being baptized in the
Christ's restored church by someone holding the priesthood authority of God. A
power that you can only find in the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day
Saints. I know that to be true because the Holy Ghost has testified in my heart
that it is true. I love this work and know that there are thousands waiting to
learn about this beautiful gospel. <br />
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I love you all!! Have a wonderful week <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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it short this week because I want to send pics. This week was wonderful! We tried
a ton a new ideas and they were wonderful! We started preaching on the city
bus! We actually have a ton of people to teach and visit because of it! My
companion is wonderful and we are working like crazy. I love my new area and am
so excited to see all of the miracles that await! <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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testimony of this work and the gospel of Christ. If we follow his example we
will never fall away. I am so grateful for the things that I am learning and
for the love we get to share every day.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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