My last week in Santiago City..

So this week has been emotional for sure.  Being here for 9 months, I have really come to love all the people here, and I would be totally fine serving here for the rest of my mission ;) haha; but I know that isn't part of the deal.. which it's all good! I am definitely going to be coming back though. I love the people here so much, and I have learned so much - I will always love this place ^.^

We had a baptism this last week, for Pheomela.  She is a 12 year old girl, and it turned out being quite successful. I'm happy that it went through, and that we were able to have a successful program.  I could really see a difference in her countenance afterwards. I just hope and pray that she will stay active in the church, and find a personal desire to go to church and participate in activities. 

(Pheomela Baptism)

We taught one lesson this week - to the Vicencio family - who is my favorite family btw... ^.^ And the spirit was super strong! I could really feel the spirit testifying not only to me, but to them, that what we were talking about was true.  We talked about the second coming, and that we need to be prepared, and be aware of what the signs are, but that if we are prepared, we don't have a reason to fear, because we know that everything will work out how it's supposed to.. When we accept the will of the Lord, all other things fall into proper place.

I am also super grateful for the Book of Mormon, and I'm so grateful for the ability it has to change lives in ways that, probably, wouldn't happen otherwise.  There is a power with the Book of Mormon that we should all be taking advantage of every day! And when we do that, we will see a big difference in our lives. :)

I'm so grateful to be serving a mission, and the time is going by faster and faster, but I know that as long as I make the most of the time that I have, I will be able to return with honor, without any regrets.

Love you all!

Have a great week!

Stay True!

Elder Walstad

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