Today per usual we went to Target but we also made an appearance at the Doughnut Wheel which is a Livermore staple!
It is SO good! And trust me, I know my doughnuts (thanks Krispy Kream). I of course, had to get more than one :) We were greeted at the register to a picture of Christ, one that we did in fact give out. We typically go contacting on main street where the Doughnut Wheel is located and contact to-go people (on a good night of course). It was fun to see a picture of Christ, when he visited the Nephites after he was resurrected taped on the wall.
Sometimes I like to sit and eat my lunch or write letters in our balcony. We live next to two cemetaries and one of them as a statue of Christ with his arms out.
It kind of reminds me of the Christus statue in our temple's visitor center in Washington D.C.
It's so wonderful being a part of this work. So many people, Bishops, Stake Presidents, random people on the street really respect the mantle that missionaries have. This is something that I need to prize, honor, get used to and be oh so grateful for. I really am called by a prophet of God. With so many Stake Presidents, Bishops etc. counting on us, our referrals have been increasing. People trust us! But I have also come to learn that it is not only the missionaries that are full time missionaries. We NEED our members to offer their names for lessons. We need members to share and bear witness of the Divinity of Christ. We need members testimonies and examples. This work is not only for those wearing the tag for 18-24 months. It is for all of us to take part in, just in different capacities.
I am so grateful for our ward mission leaders! They are truly actively engaged. They challenge us and certainly help us. Today we were challenged to give our 23 copies of the Book of Mormon this week! I know we will do it. But only with the Lord's guidance.
Members matter SO much in missionary work. I knew this to be true when I was younger but did not fully understand until being set apart and being a part of this marvelous work.
I think about when my mom, grandma and I joined the church and how much of an impact members in the Arlington Ward made. Rides, examples, love, advice, support, visiting teaching, home teachers, testimonies. Many members don't realize how strong and influential their impact can or will be so they don't bother. Some are too busy. Some just truly don't want to. I can only say to those members who do not participate in missionary work, you should really reconsider your choices!
I can testify to you with every bone in my body, that members matter. They are what helps with retention and activation.
I will not challenge you all to pass out 23 copies of the Book of Mormon, but I will challenge you to do a little better today, for the next 7 days, at missionary work than you maybe have been. All you need to do is invite! You will bless and change lives.
Hand out a picture (a pass-along card) of Christ. Go do a quick act of service for your neighbor. Hand out that copy of the Book of Mormon to your neighbor. Invite someone to a Family HOme Evening. Give your missionaries a name for a referral. I promise if you do this, you will find greater happiness in your life simply by inviting than you would or could if you do not.
Try a little harder to be a little better,
Sister Carter
P.S. Miracle of the day: The washing machine did not eat my money!
P.P.S. Miracle of the week: We have another baptismal date!
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