It's nice to have less time in between emails to write. Though only five days have passed since our last contact, I feel like it's been a complete week. We have been up to our necks in planning, meetings, studies, exchanges, and Tabernacle shifts.
Speaking of the Tabernacle of Moses, we are officially open to the public as of last night, and thus far we've had incredible success. Elder Raymundo and I spent our entire evening touring the grounds with people, explaining bits and pieces of the building and their spiritual significance, and helping people see the connection of the Tabernacle to modern day Temples. We also got to participate in a unique multifaith panel discussion on the significance of the Tabernacle and the children of Israel to all religious beliefs. It was both informative and spiritual. I was happy to see so many different people brought together in unity by our common beliefs, instead of pointing fingers and condemning others. It was a nice evening.
We weren't able to meet with Diego or Chad face to face this week, but we did manage to connect with Chad over the phone. He is really in a depressing place emotionally, and is really having trouble finding hope. We read Enos with him, and said a prayer on the phone with him. Sometimes I feel bad that missionaries can't provide more literal or immediate comfort to people, but it is good to know that the gospel does bring inevitable peace. Hopefully Chad got something out of what we said. I'm really worried right now about the people we are working with.
In other news and ongoings of the week, I went on exchanges with Elder Fish on Saturday in his area. It was a busy day full of different activities. Hes very good at doing his job and getting to the point. We worked on trying to have more genuine conversations as part of our finding efforts. We had a good practice of this by visiting with some people living at a local senior center, which went well.
I got to sing a lot this week, which is great! I was asked to sing by one of our members at the funeral of his mother. It was a small gathering, but powerful. I sang as part of Zone Conference, And am working on a musical number to perform over the last few Sacrament meetings I have here. The more time goes on, the more I wish it would slow down a little.
I got to start reading in the Book of Mormon just like Pres. Nelson has asked us to. I have been blessed to see how much that Book testifies of Christ. It's funny, as I focus my study on Him, learning about other important Gospel principles and attributes comes much more naturally. I am grateful for that. My invitation to each of you this week is to take our Prophet's invitation to heart and study. Blessings come as we do what the Prophet asks.
Love to you all!
Elder Butters/包长老
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