Mom,
Today we have literally no time. We are actually
being quarantined to our apartments for the next couple of days. The
temperature is supposed to hit record lows these next couple of days.
Apparently a few minutes of exposure to the cold can cause serious
frostbite. Welcome to OHIO! Ha! It is unfortunate because we
had so many great appointments set up for the next few days.
Jon and Julie's Wedding |
So this last week we received a random media referral
from a lady. We stopped by, and it turns out it is a lady who hasn't been
to church in about 50 years, but is a member. She referred herself, and
told us it was time to come back to church. How easy does it get?
She came to church and everything, and there was no need for us to resolve
concerns. Sometimes as a missionary you work your tail off all day,
everyday, and see no success from the things you are doing (like going door to
door). As long as you are doing everything you can, the Lord will give
you success. Often times, that success comes in ways that you never
thought it would, or expected. It is a strange concept, but I have
seen it time and time again.
The wedding went great. As you know, I was
the designated photographer. Some things never change I guess, missionary
or not. The ceremony was really very nice. President Kirk married
them, and Jon's parents came into town for the wedding and the baptism!
It was really nice to meet them, and they seemed to have a great time.
Jon's baptism was incredible! So many people from the ward came out to
support him, and the spirit was really strong. Sister Olson and I gave an
impromptu gospel message after the baptism. Turns out all that experience
from debate is paying off everyday!
Jon's baptism |
Sister Olson has really grown into her role as a
missionary, and it showed so much on Saturday night. I am lucky to have
her as a companion. Jon concluded the evening with a powerful
testimony. Everyone was so impressed by him, and everyone has so many
questions on how he is progressing now. I feel very blessed to be able to
have been here for his conversion.
I know that Heavenly Father loves us so much, and that
he wants us to be happy. I know that true and complete happiness comes
from living the gospel. The night of Jon's baptism, he told Sister Olson
and I that he wished he had grown up in the church. I didn't understand
before what I had growing up, but I am so grateful to have been born into a
family that loves the church. I love you all! Stay warm out in
Utah.
Love,
Sister Bakker
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