Elder Tanner Walstad: We ALMOST had a typhoon hit.. but then it didn't.

So this week was pretty good! Honestly not too much happened! We did extend a baptismal date to one of our investigators, and she attended church, so we are hoping that by next month she will be baptized!!! We are also starting to be blessed with more and more investigators, as well as finding and "rescuing" a lot of Less-Actives. There is a big focus on our mission, or here in the Philippines, on both finding AND rescuing. It is a great opportunity to help people come back into the fold, just like the analogy of Christ going out and leaving the 99 to find the 1 who is lost. It is so important, as members, to make sure that we are always being the best friend and "fellowshipper." :) It is such a blessing to see people who, were once lost, and are now found and they have the spirit in their lives again.

This week, I have really seen a huge improvement in my language, and I am really starting to feel more and more confident. However, I know that all of my studying and patience has been paying off, especially with the help of the Lord. I know that the Gift of Tongues is real. Also, having patience is so crucial. haha. It is funny, because when I will try to speak english to people, I will start to throw in some Tagalog words, and eventually just switch to Tagalog. It is awesome! :D

Well, this week was Afton's Birthday, and I can't believe that she is 12!!! Everyone is growing up so much. I am just so grateful for my amazing family and friends and all the love and support that I receive from you all! Thank you so much!