Linden is straight stix. It is so different from Paducah.
Like, we drive to one town and back and we have gone 45 miles! So we
have to go to one town a day and we cover like 6 towns. This area is
huge! The people are way different too. I absolutely love this culture
down here! It reminds me so much of Troy Montana it isn't even funny.
The people we teach are so nice but it is hard for them to change. They
were born and raised in a certain religion and trying to teach a
restored gospel doesn't work as well. One thing good though is that we
hit the ground running and have all ready gotten three new
investigators! Tracting is easier here than in Paducah. The people, like
I said, are nice but getting to the receptive part is hard. Especially
old people! Haha! We have a lady in the ward who baked us two loves of
bread, muffins, brownies and some rice rice krispie treats!
The food down here is also super amazing! We had dinner at the bishops the other night and they had baked potato and amazing grilled chicken. I just couldn't stop eating! I see why people can gain weight on their mission. We drive a car because of the distance which means no more biking to burn off these extra delicious calories! The bishop also showed us how to dip a gun! That was pretty cool!! I am gonna get a country accent before long because I get stuck in it when we are talking to people and members. I am super stoked about that! Oh, and the people here LOVE to talk. They are all so funny and talkative. I have yet to meet someone who is quiet. When teaching I have to find a time to cut in and I really have to backup what I teach with scripture. They prefer scripture from the Bible but if we back that up with the Book of Mormon then we can show them that the two books work together. We have multiple Jehovah Witnesses (JW) to teach so I know a lot about their beliefs now!
My new companion, Elder Ledbetter, is a pretty chill dude. He doesn't complain about the work or really about anything. He likes to work but sometimes his driving scares me!! He is my first Utah companion! Whoot! He is from Magna, Utah. I have been blessed with working companions! One thing we are working on together is switching off more in teaching. I tend to talk more than my companion. It is just so hard especially when I feel like I am on a role. He has been out for 10 months and he just got done training Elder Benich (Connor Benich)!! I haven't gotten to meet Elder Benich yet, but he is a friend of a friend back home. I have heard a lot about him and hope one day our paths cross. He sounds like a fun guy!
We had Zone meeting this week and I just love seeing all the missionaries! We learned a good deal how to change our culture to "Teach repentance and Baptize converts," it all starts with our attitude. Then, how to be better listeners. (I needed that). We will be interviewing with president every transfer now so that is cool. He is having me memorize a scripture every week and the one I chose this last week was Mosiah 4:9 (Believe in God; believe that he is, and that he created all things, both in heaven and in earth; believe that he has all wisdom, and all power, both in heaven and in earth; believe that man doth not comprehend all the things which the Lord can comprehend). With this new assignment, I know that the Lord has a plan for me to grow in this new area. Also, with Jayden's birthday this week I have felt a super closeness with her. I believe she is having a real good time in heaven helping people out in the Spirit World and here. I love her so much!
Some house keeping items, my new address is:
122 Riverside Drive
Linden, TN 37096
Also, this transfer is only 5 week because of Christmas week. I just can't believe the holiday is almost here! This last week we had our first frost so it is getting cold. (Mom I need a coat soon)
Until next time! Have a blessed week!
The food down here is also super amazing! We had dinner at the bishops the other night and they had baked potato and amazing grilled chicken. I just couldn't stop eating! I see why people can gain weight on their mission. We drive a car because of the distance which means no more biking to burn off these extra delicious calories! The bishop also showed us how to dip a gun! That was pretty cool!! I am gonna get a country accent before long because I get stuck in it when we are talking to people and members. I am super stoked about that! Oh, and the people here LOVE to talk. They are all so funny and talkative. I have yet to meet someone who is quiet. When teaching I have to find a time to cut in and I really have to backup what I teach with scripture. They prefer scripture from the Bible but if we back that up with the Book of Mormon then we can show them that the two books work together. We have multiple Jehovah Witnesses (JW) to teach so I know a lot about their beliefs now!
My new companion, Elder Ledbetter, is a pretty chill dude. He doesn't complain about the work or really about anything. He likes to work but sometimes his driving scares me!! He is my first Utah companion! Whoot! He is from Magna, Utah. I have been blessed with working companions! One thing we are working on together is switching off more in teaching. I tend to talk more than my companion. It is just so hard especially when I feel like I am on a role. He has been out for 10 months and he just got done training Elder Benich (Connor Benich)!! I haven't gotten to meet Elder Benich yet, but he is a friend of a friend back home. I have heard a lot about him and hope one day our paths cross. He sounds like a fun guy!
We had Zone meeting this week and I just love seeing all the missionaries! We learned a good deal how to change our culture to "Teach repentance and Baptize converts," it all starts with our attitude. Then, how to be better listeners. (I needed that). We will be interviewing with president every transfer now so that is cool. He is having me memorize a scripture every week and the one I chose this last week was Mosiah 4:9 (Believe in God; believe that he is, and that he created all things, both in heaven and in earth; believe that he has all wisdom, and all power, both in heaven and in earth; believe that man doth not comprehend all the things which the Lord can comprehend). With this new assignment, I know that the Lord has a plan for me to grow in this new area. Also, with Jayden's birthday this week I have felt a super closeness with her. I believe she is having a real good time in heaven helping people out in the Spirit World and here. I love her so much!
Some house keeping items, my new address is:
122 Riverside Drive
Linden, TN 37096
Also, this transfer is only 5 week because of Christmas week. I just can't believe the holiday is almost here! This last week we had our first frost so it is getting cold. (Mom I need a coat soon)
Until next time! Have a blessed week!
PS - Megan, that sweet van pic is just for you!
conner.quiring@myldsmail.net
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