Episode 5: Return of The Members - the weekly email

So, this week marks the return of the first group of members that went to visit the temple. Once a year the members here take a large group trip to visit the New Zealand Temple (the closest one here). The sacrifices they make to take themselves and their families as often as possible is truly inspiring. They go without gifts all year, simple food, no new appliances, etc. just to visit the temple once a year. Back home it was a 15 minute drive. for those who live close to temples, take advantage, there's nothing better you could do for yourself. 

In other news, we found Tony again finally! He's been hard to get in contact with since Christmas and New Year's, he lost in job and was a little upset over it, and did his normal thing, he sought ought parties and alcohol to cope. It's sad, but he's calmed down enough now and we finally got so see him on Sunday. It's actually a cool story, we left the apartment after studies and said "we'll look and see if Tony's car is there" since he lives just down the street. It was finally there, and we went over, and he had just gotten home like 10 minutes ago. #miracles. Maeva and Gabriel also came to church again on Sunday! We're hoping to fix a baptismal date with her this week, I'll keep you posted.

I really do love this country. It's a study in contradictions, but that's what makes it fun. I'll be sad to leave, but I'll make it count while I'm here.

Love you all!
Elder Miner

Not much in terms of photos this week, but here's a gorgeous view we found while tracting!