Full, Fun Week

 In the April 2020 General Conference, Pres Nelson said 

The Lord's work in the church is moving forward at an accelerated pace- the church will have an unprecedented unparalleled future.  The fulness of Christ's ministry lies in the future. 

These are exciting times and when serving as a missionary, one can see how the Lord is hastening his work.  What a joy it is to be part of this great work and help gather Israel.  How have you seen evidence of this accelerated pace? 

Having fun with another senior missionary couple was a great way to start our week. We went with Elder and Sister Spencer to Leo Carrillo Ranch Park, checked out the view at the Flower Fields again and finished off with lunch in the Oceanside Harbor. 






A highlight of our week and our mission, was to attend the temple with our friends, Kathleen and Jay.  This past week we got to participle in the sealing ordinances of Kathleen to her deceased parents and other close family members.  Part of our purpose as Member Leader Support missionaries is to help unite families for eternity so this was especially satisfying for us to be there.  Another sister in the ward also joined us.  We have grown to love these two so much! 

Jay, his mother Kathleen, myself and Elder Prater in front of the Newport Beach Temple 

We also got to enjoy some IN-N-Out burgers 

On Tuesday during district meeting, we announced the winners of the shiniest apartment award for this transfer.  We also celebrated all the clean apartments by having a nacho bar for lunch.  


Elder Nelson and Elder Call, our zone leaders were the winners this transfer 


Sister Perez, Wright and Thomas 

Sister Evans and Burggraaf

Elder Stevens, Ady, and Watts 

Elder Ellis, Jessop, Livingston,  Willingham 


In front- Sister Thomas, Burggraaf, Evans
Next row- Elder Jessop, Figuerora, Yardly,  Willingham, Lowe, Sister Perez and Wright, Elder Carlson, Jackson, Nelson, Call, Watts, Stevens, Ellis, Prater and Ady 

We were able to take a quick trip up to Camarillo for a day to visit with our son, Matthew while he was in between work trips. 


Other highlights include Dorthy's baptism and helping Gladys and Syliva in our complex connect to their families on Family Search.  So many people to love and so many faith promoting events this week. 


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  1. Dona DunlapApril 23, 2024 at 3:59 PM

    Alice, my dear friend. It's good to get an update from you. Looks like you're busy but still enjoying yourselves. When you are heading home, pack an In 'n Out burger in your bag for me please😄. When do you go home? Love you guys.

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