Hey everyone!
We got transfer calls! I finally finished my training, and I am so happy because I will be staying in Battambang. I got called as District Leader which is scary and humbling all together, but I know that it is a call from the Lord so I will just try my best! My comp is Elder Chapparo and he will be one of the Zone Leaders for our zone. I am very excited for the work that is going on here in this crazy city and the future looks bright!
Obviously, the sad news of the week was the passing of President Monson. He is an amazing example of service and love, and I know that he truly was a prophet of God. It was really interesting though because the day after his passing, I studied from the topical guide: Jesus Christ, Head of The Church. It really gave me comfort in knowing that although it is so sad to lose President Monson, I know that Christ is in charge. He will lead and guide us to happiness and peace if we put our trust in him. We must build our testimony on our Savior, the one who is perfect and who will never fail. I know that Jesus Christ stands at the helm of this amazing and true church. I am grateful for President Monson and happy that he is in a better place and no longer suffering.
Last Monday we went to Phnom Simpov for P-Day and it was the coolest place! We explored caves that actually have a super sad past. But it was so cool to be on top of a mountain overlooking many Buddhist temples and statues and feel the reverence of this place. As we explored we walked up some stairs and there were monkeys walking passed us and then one of them stopped and hissed at Elder Peck. The monkey grabbed his pants and lunged at him, but didn't bite which was good. We all made it safely up the stairs. A little later I was trying to take a picture of one, and it made eye contact with me AND started coming at me, but I got away haha. Monkeys are NUTS! It was a fun and funny adventure (and yes even a little bit scary).
We also had a baptism on Saturday!!! It was a fun, but crazy experience. On Thursday we interviewed our investigator and he told of something that meant he would have to be interviewed by the Mission President. Luckily, President Christensen was in Battambang doing training so we worked out an emergency interview and he passed.
And then on Saturday I and Elder Obray were on another exchange (two trainees) and both of our investigators were getting baptized, but our comps were in Siem Riep. We had to do our best to organize the baptism and stall it so that they could make it back in time, but the Lord helped us out and everything fell into place right at the end. The baptism was awesome. The man was baptized by his son. Everyone in their family was a member except the Father. The wife was overjoyed and it made me so happy to see the love that they have for each other and the blessing of the gospel in their lives. I feel really blessed to have grown up in a family where that was so readily available. I know that all the little coincidences that occurred came from the Lord watching over us.
And then on Saturday I and Elder Obray were on another exchange (two trainees) and both of our investigators were getting baptized, but our comps were in Siem Riep. We had to do our best to organize the baptism and stall it so that they could make it back in time, but the Lord helped us out and everything fell into place right at the end. The baptism was awesome. The man was baptized by his son. Everyone in their family was a member except the Father. The wife was overjoyed and it made me so happy to see the love that they have for each other and the blessing of the gospel in their lives. I feel really blessed to have grown up in a family where that was so readily available. I know that all the little coincidences that occurred came from the Lord watching over us.
I also had an interview with President and Sister Christensen and learned so much from them. They leave it all on the field (sports reference) and they really have helped built the church here in Cambodia. I love them and am grateful for their example.
This week was also BOILING HOT like the hottest I have been the whole mission! And also we found out who our new Mission President is gonna be and he is from AZ so maybe he knows Elder Owen!?
This week was also BOILING HOT like the hottest I have been the whole mission! And also we found out who our new Mission President is gonna be and he is from AZ so maybe he knows Elder Owen!?
Anyway, that is it from me!
My challenge this week is to reflect upon experiences in your life where you have felt the spirit or learned the truth of a gospel principle. It seems like out here on the mission everyone has these crazy powerful stories, experiences, and testimonies, and I just feel like I have had 18 years of going to church and knowing that it is right. I am trying to remember the moments where I received my own confirmation of the truth of this gospel and I invite you to do the same. ALSO, read the Book of Mormon. Thanks for the love, prayers, and support!
My challenge this week is to reflect upon experiences in your life where you have felt the spirit or learned the truth of a gospel principle. It seems like out here on the mission everyone has these crazy powerful stories, experiences, and testimonies, and I just feel like I have had 18 years of going to church and knowing that it is right. I am trying to remember the moments where I received my own confirmation of the truth of this gospel and I invite you to do the same. ALSO, read the Book of Mormon. Thanks for the love, prayers, and support!
#churchistrue #thebesttwoyears #justmormonthings #hatecauseyouaint #missionarymoms #LDS #YUP!
Love, Elder Gochnour
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