Week 54: February 17-23, 2019


When we received our mission call, we did not anticipate traveling as much as we do throughout the mission.  However, we are happy to help the missionaries in any way we can.  We love to take them for a little treat if time permits.
Sisters Wilson and Jensen:
Elders Coppin and McKenzie: 

The mission is in the process of receiving a new fleet of cars.  Everyone wants one.  It is fun to help Brother Ekenstam, the vehicle coordinator, drive them off the dealership lot.  It is hard to contain the enthusiasm of the first ride. 
Sisters in a new 2019 Chevy:

We attended an English Connect Class in Lake Mary to become better acquainted with the program and were given a warm welcome.  The missionaries are requested to help translate and share a spiritual message at the end of each class.  The Elders can really work up an appetite.  

Elder Faulk is making progress getting around on his scooter.  This scooter is beach worthy!  He still has several more weeks on it because of his broken foot. 
Have beach?  Will travel!
New Smyrna Beach:
We count our blessings every day.  We truly appreciate serving a mission and are happy to be in Florida.  The weather has been mild and most people show their good southern manners.  The missionaries have high standards and are dedicated to their calling.  We see the hand of the Lord in their lives and ours.  We are so grateful for His eternal love.



Comments

Post a Comment

Popular posts from this blog

Week 111: March 22-28, 2020

Image
Very few people were at the airport Monday evening due to COVID 19 travel precautions.   Joseph landed in Orlando as Sister Faulk’s plane was boarding and they had 5 minutes together.   Daniel picked up Sister Faulk in SLC and took her home.   It was a treat to see 2 sons on the same day.   Kim had a banana cream pie, a beautiful bouquet of dark red/purple carnations, and a welcome home balloon on the kitchen island as a thoughtful surprise.   Tuesday morning Elder Faulk and Jospeh packed up and headed for UT.   They made the drive in 3 days staying in Mississippi and New Mexico overnight.   After 2 years, Portia and Duke remembered and greeted us with wagging tails.   FL and UT are very different and quite unique places.   We are quite fond of both.   We have so much to be grateful for and recognize the hand of the Lord in our lives.   We are most thankful to have been part of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints F...
Read more

Week 107: February 23-29, 2020

Image
Sister Faulk spoke in Church on Sunday.   Her topic was the Second Great Commandment given by President Nelson during the October 2019 General Conference.   Love Thy neighbor is an endearing topic and something the world could surely use more of.   Being the mission finance officer, Elder Faulk hosted an auditor on Friday.   The Church desires financial responsibility in all its departments and missions. We welcomed another new group of missionaries and said farewell to others.   We have grown so fond of the Florida Orlando missionary flock over the past 2 years and feel many are like family.   It is heartwarming to see them learn and grow in the Gospel and develop stronger testimonies of Jesus Christ.   They really look forward to their first and last home-cooked meal at the mission home. Thank you Sister Bair for planning and making the meals tasty, and to Sister Ashcraft who makes everyone feel welcome and appreciated. Elders Marple and Cr...
Read more

Week 109: March 8-14, 2020

Image
Sunday morning we woke up a little earlier with daylight savings time.   It is nice to commute to work in the sunshine.   Our bodies needed a few days to adjust to the new time. The world is taking precautions for COVID 19.   We received a Churchwide email that worship services will be held at home.   The church has been preparing us for home-centered gospel learning for over a year.   Temples are closed except for living ordinances.   Group gatherings are restricted. The CDC strongly advised social distancing, staying home if one is ill, respiratory hygiene, handwashing, and avoid touching your eyes, nose, and mouth.   The new normal is change, rapid change, for health promotion and disease prevention.   The Florida Orlando mission is keeping the missionaries informed and practicing the health guidelines. COVID-19: The Mantyla’s stopped by the office for a few minutes.   They served in the FOM and completed their mission abo...
Read more