Friday was very hectic. We were making arrangements for trains and living accommodations for all of the moves. Quite an undertaking, but the Office Elders and AP's keep us on track.
Saturday we had three baptisms. One in Kielce, one in Warsaw and one in Gdansk. The one in Gdansk was the first one this year. But the President said it was a very special baptism and the spirit was definitely there. The one in Warsaw was very spiritual also. President Pogorzelski did the baptism and Roza's mother was there to watch.
Here is Roza's mother, Sister Tobler and Roza.
Sister Benson, Roza and Sister Tobler.
(Sorry for the blurriness) Here are Agnieszka, Sara and Sisters Benson and Tobler. They did a wonderful job singing.
That night we had our branch Christmas Party. It was fun. Lots of Polish food. There's this very tasty dish called Bigos. I will have to try and make some when we get home. There were also pierogis, salads, fish, beet borsch and lots of desserts.
Here's our APs, Elders Swicegood and Fotu showing off their strength. We took more pictures, but they were really bad.
All of the missionaries sang Polish Carols and then told everyone of a Christmas tradition. It was really fun. Here's Wayne and me.
We had a special FHE on Monday. I think everyone enjoyed what we did. I know there were some tears shed (other than mine). I told them to remember our Savior in everything we do. And to give to others. We watched 3 videos from the church that showed how we can be of service to others and in turn, giving service to our Savior.
We had to dash from FHE over to the mission home, so we could say good bye to the missionaries leaving on Tuesday. We showed up just as they were starting their testimony meeting. President said we could stay. What a special time that was for us. Sister Tobler wrote a special song for Pres. and Sister Edgren. It sure made Sister Edgren cry. The testimonies were beautiful.
Here's a couple of pictures -
Elder Boyce, Sister Edgren, Elder Retallick and President. Elders Meherg,Gibby and White. Sisters Montesinos, Poklinkowska and Tobler.
Here's one of our favorite office Elders. He was having a hard time. Elder Meherg.
And here is Sister Poklinkowska. Once again, it is very hard to see these young men and women leave.
Tuesday was transfer day. We only lost one Elder and one Elder got pick-pocketed. Not bad!
We will meet the new Sisters and Elders on Wednesday and will go over to the mission home.
So here we are at the mission home on Wednesday. Here is Wayne giving them instruction.
We had to dash from FHE over to the mission home, so we could say good bye to the missionaries leaving on Tuesday. We showed up just as they were starting their testimony meeting. President said we could stay. What a special time that was for us. Sister Tobler wrote a special song for Pres. and Sister Edgren. It sure made Sister Edgren cry. The testimonies were beautiful.
Here's a couple of pictures -
Here's one of our favorite office Elders. He was having a hard time. Elder Meherg.
And here is Sister Poklinkowska. Once again, it is very hard to see these young men and women leave.
Tuesday was transfer day. We only lost one Elder and one Elder got pick-pocketed. Not bad!
We will meet the new Sisters and Elders on Wednesday and will go over to the mission home.
So here we are at the mission home on Wednesday. Here is Wayne giving them instruction.
These are the new missionaries:
Sister Pauga, Elder Jackson, Sisters McCleary and Gammon.
Elders Ahlander, Schwanke, Blunt, Jensen and Sister Johnston.
And here are the trainers coming to meet their new trainees.
It was a mad house. Wayne and I didn't stay. We went back to the office to wait to find out who went where and with whom.
I told you last week that I would let you know when we come home. It will be on the 3rd of March. We leave here on Tuesday and fly almost half way around the world and get in on Tuesday. We will have daylight with us the whole way.
It's been a busy and exciting week! Next week will be the same. It is Christmas and the President has planned a special meeting for the missionaries.
Merry Christmas everyone. Wayne and I wish you all the best.
Wayne and I want you all to know that we love our Savior Jesus Christ. We know that He is our Redeemer. We are striving everyday to become more like Him. We so want to be with Him throughout eternity. We look forward to the day that He will reign upon this earth and that there will be peace everywhere.
We love you all and miss you.
And here are the trainers coming to meet their new trainees.
I told you last week that I would let you know when we come home. It will be on the 3rd of March. We leave here on Tuesday and fly almost half way around the world and get in on Tuesday. We will have daylight with us the whole way.
It's been a busy and exciting week! Next week will be the same. It is Christmas and the President has planned a special meeting for the missionaries.
Merry Christmas everyone. Wayne and I wish you all the best.
Wayne and I want you all to know that we love our Savior Jesus Christ. We know that He is our Redeemer. We are striving everyday to become more like Him. We so want to be with Him throughout eternity. We look forward to the day that He will reign upon this earth and that there will be peace everywhere.
We love you all and miss you.
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