1.) Coarse as Salt: We went on
exchanges this week with my Sister Training Leader. They are kind of like zone
leaders, but for sisters. Anyway, I got to go to a lesson with Sister Green. It
was really cool to watch her teach. She is so relaxed and she had so much fun. I
learned a lot from her. The lesson that we went to is actually the one I called
Brazil in my last letter. Her name is April, and she lives with her son and her
boyfriend. They seem really into the Gospel. April really prepared for the
Gospel. She had so many questions that we helped answer. I am so glad about
that.
But the other thing that she told me
is to lighten up. I guess I have had a hard time being relaxed here. I don't
want to allow any 'weaknesses' come through, so I hide them by being all tough
and rough. She told me that I come off as coarse. Five months ago, I would have
smiled if someone told me that. Strange, I know. But I would have. I would have
accepted that as proof that I am not girly and petty, and whatever else. Don't
ask why. But I did realize that I need to relax. I can be tough. But I don't
have to be terse. I can be bold, but not bleak. I can show my love and
enthusiasm without having to be the harsh person that I can be. Elder
Christofferson mentioned a quote about how the world needs less coarse women,
and more kind women. I am fiercely loyal, kind, generous, and sweet. But here,
I have overlooked the fact that while some of those things can be weaknesses,
when taken advantage of, can also be strengths. And my problem is that I am
afraid of that side of myself. So, I am going to try to be more kind and less
coarse. We will see how it happens.
2.) Judy!!!: So, this week has been
great for her. She came to a lesson at the church, and as soon as she
walked in, I could see how amazing she was. I can tell a huge physical
difference in her from the time we met her until now. She has grown so much and
has come so close tot he Savior. And guess what! She found an organization that
will get her free housing, and very likely a car, within a week to two
weeks!!!! That was our fast on last Sunday, and when we heard that, we were so
excited for her. Also, there is a slight chance that she might be able to move
in this week, which would mean getting baptized this weekend!!!!! We need all
the prayers we can get brothers and sisters. She is ready. She is so ready, and
we just need this one last thing. Oh, and thank you for the prayers already. I
know that this would be impossible without them. And at the lesson we had with
her, we went and showed her the font. One of our branch missionaries was there
because the priesthood always do an ice cream social before their
session, and so they were there. Judy said that while she was at the font, she
could feel the Spirit even stronger than when she finished the Book of
Mormon, which is a lot. She also told us that while we are in the church
building, she can see a glow around the heads and shoulders of the people that
are in the building. Ahhh. She is amazing. And, we are getting her ready for
the temple. She wants to be baptized for her mom, who has been gone for
about 3 years. How awesome is that. She is already looking toward a temple
marriage. There are not enough words in all the world to describe this woman. I
love her so much!!!!
3.) Conference: I loved it. I
learned a lot. And how many of you picked up the idea that we need to
keep our covenants more fiercely, and to also do missionary work. Because
when we went into that water, we promised to do as the Savior did. Did he just
sit around and wait for the apostles to do all the work? NO!!!! He got up and
went to work, showing them how to do it. He called others to repent, and
healed, and fought tooth and nail for what He thought was right. What are
you doing? Are you sitting around, waiting for someone else to feed the
missionaries? Are you going out with them to teach. Are you praying
for missionary experiences? When was the last time you said anything about
revelation you received on FB or twitter? Brothers and Sisters, the missionary
work begins with you. Like was said, pick one person to pray for, and then
do it. Pray to find something to invite them over for, and do it. And then pray
for the strength to ask them to meet the missionaries. And DO IT!!! Don't
wait for me or for someone else to find those people. I, as a missionary, can't
do it alone. We need help, and we need your help. You made covenants, binding
contracts with GOD HIMSELF!!!! to do His work here on Earth. Remember that.
4.) Brianna: This week, I feel like
we have had a breakthrough. She has constantly been telling us that she doesn't
feel ready to be baptized. I finally asked her how she is going to know when
she is. She was very correct when she told us that she was waiting for a
testament from the Holy Ghost. We asked her if she had prayed specifically for
that. She aid no. Well then, how do you get that if you don't ask? You don't. Anyway,
that is her commitment this week. So, when we go talk to her, I am praying that
she will have receive that answer she has been waiting for. She reminds me so
much of me, it blows my mind. Ok, %.) Well, I think that is all for this week. I
love you all. Keep up being so amazing. I have a firm testimony of miracles. They
come every day, in the rising of the sun, and the whisper of the wind. They
come in forms like finding Utah Mormons in Italy at a Subway. They come in
people feeling the Holy Ghost and receiving revelation for themselves and those
they love. They come when we least expect them and need them most. I know that
God is a God of miracles, and that His work is moving forward. In the Name of
Jesus Christ, Amen.
Love, Sister Worthen
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