Never alone in a Zone

I We started off the week in Newport. Which was a long drive, but was definitely worth it! We had a great Zone Meeting, and I always learn a lot from other missionaries! We learned, ate food, and had a ton of fun! 

This week has gone by way too fast. But it makes the statement "time flies when you're having fun" very true! We got to teach a lot of lessons this week, especially about the Plan of Salvation, which answers the questions where we came from, why we are here, and where we go after this life. It is greatly comforting to know these answers to these questions, and also that God has a plan for each of us. He cares about us and our families, and he wants us to find happiness now and in the eternities, with our families. The Holy Spirit is always so strong as people realize all the possibilities we have as we accept Christ. We taught it to both members and non members, and it touches everyone! It is incredible!

And, as always, Maine always surprises me. The people are endearing and so loving. I hope to leave this area being more like them...I may even pick up the accent! So you will know where it came from when I say "Hi HOW AH YAHH?!" after my mission!

I will leave you with a wonderful quote from President Ucthdorf: "Christ did not just speak about love; He showed it each day of His life. He did not remove Himself from the crowd. Being amidst the people, Jesus reached out to the one. He rescued the lost. He didn’t just teach a class about reaching out in love and then delegate the actual work to others. He not only taught but also showed us how to “succor the weak, lift up the hands which hang down, and strengthen the feeble knees 
Christ knows how to minister to others perfectly. When the Savior stretches out His hands, those He touches are uplifted and become greater, stronger, and better people as a result." 

"If we are His hands, should we not do the same?"

I promise that as we all strive to be Savior's hands in our lives, our joy will grow. We will rescue the lost. We will help others find hope and light when they feel so surrounded in darkness. And we will also bring more happiness,purpose, and comfort in our own lives. I know it is true, because I am seeing it now, as I serve these wonderful people in Farmington. 

HAVE A GREAT WEEK WONDERFUL HUMANS

Sister L 

Here is some fun pictures from our zone meeting!