Week 13

More good letters from Chase.  We were a bit concerned that missing his first Lake Powell trip would cause some homesickness.  He certainly doesn't show it here.  More pictures as well this past week.  He seems to continue to do great work and loves serving.

Dear Mom,
I am glad you love my letters ha. I hope you guys had fun at Powell this past week. I remember the YMYW activity those were always fun to go to.   Yeah I would send a picture to Elder Brooks mom for the heck of it, I know my companion didnt send one lol. Well I hope the move goes well with Aunt Jen and all of them.

Well this week was good we worked really hard and were busy everyday getting ready for the baptism this past week and also we are going to marry a family this next week. Our baptism were really awesome with these two kids. They are super smart and nice. There is a lot going on in our area ha. The only problem is we found out that Alexis has a problem with the Word of Wisdom so we have to work with that. I think Satan is trying everything he can to stop this family from getting baptized. I cant wait to sucker punch him in the face for it. Also we had a sweet day with one of our AP´s last Tuesday he went with us to citas and wanted to get to know our area. He also helped us with Alexis and Alba a lot with making the decision to be married. HIs name is Elder Quirk he is super awesome and nice to everyone. He is the biggest goofball but he loves to serve the Lord. The work keeps pushing forward and it makes me feel happy to serve here. We had interviews with President Hérnandez and he is a huge servant to the Lord. He was a missionary and loves to Preach the Gospel. He told me some good counsels and to baptize all. I am really excited to work with him.

The weather here is always hot and then rains really hard in the afternoon. My spanish is improving I guess I have no clue. The people understand me for the most part and I am excited to keep learning more and more. Our Zone is working hard to go forward and baptize everyone. We are just busy busy everyday. I love it though I know when I get home I will be really bored all the time. Not sure if there is anything else to say. I am doing good and keeping myself healthy. I am still going forward everyday trying to help the kingdom of God. I think that is all thank you for the letters and stuff your awesome. See you later and be safe.

Con Amor,
Elder Hall

Week 12

A little late on my posting due to vacation etc.  He still sounds great and I have a few more pictures to share.


Dear Mom,
Sounds like you and Elder Brooks mom will hit it off. He is super funny and loves to follow the spirit. I have never heard a person have so many stories to tell lol. They are all super funny though. Sweet I will look for the package with everything. Does the iPod have music on it? Thank you sooo much for the treats and such !!!! Sounds like big changes for our house in Utah though. I hope they settle in well. They are seriously my second family, I enjoyed my summer living with them lol. Also tell Chelsey congrats for passing! Mrs. Lew will probably be super excited! I didnt pass it but oh well lol Well I hope you guys are safe with your travels and I pray for you guys everyday because you are all my inspiration in being here. Thank you so much for your help and prayers. Hey when do you guys go to Lake Powell this summer??

Well this week was a bit rough because we are having trouble finding new people for to teach. We have investigators to teach its just they are kind of on the edge of falling or not. We are trying everything we can to help them come unto Christ. Its so frustrating sometimes because people have their agency to choose. We just have to make sure we are doing our part. One family we are trying to help and get baptized is Alexis and Alba they are super positive and love having us over. The only thing holding them back is receiving an answer if this is what they need to do. Anyways I am still going forward with a smile and trying everything we can to help them come unto Christ. This work is so amazing to be apart of. We also met our new President of the mission on Friday. He is so awesome and nice. I am excited to work with him more and more. I am not sure what else to say. If you have any other questions let me know.

I also realize how much opening my mouth helps us get to know people. We have this thing called Abrir La Voca or Open the mouth. We set a goal to talk to 20 people a day at least. It is really good opportunity to spread the word of God. I wish I would have opened the mouth more when I was in high school and around the non member friends I had. That is one thing I need to do more when I come back. I have found to love talking to people and talk about their lives and what they find is precious to them in their life. One thing I have noticed is everyone here believes in God. I have not met one person who does not believe in God. Anyways you all should try it because its super simple. Just start with doing small talk and then work into where do they come from. It is amazing what kind of people you meet. Well yeah love you all! See ya next week.

Con Amor,
Elder Hall

Week 11

We finally received some pictures this week.   He looks great.....a little skinny but great.  This will be his first companion change as Elder Thatcher goes home from his mission.  We will be forever grateful to him for helping Chase through the hardest part of his mission.

Hey Family,

This week was better with health wise. I think I have been sick because of the rain everyday and the misquitoes everywhere. We had another Elder who has been sick for 4 days. It sounds like you had some fun going to California and seeing some old friends. I miss California. When we went to San Diego during fall break those were always fun. Sounds like you have been busy with everything. I hope Chelsey takes school seriously because its seriously nothing like high school. Anyways its great to hear that you guys are doing great and everything. Also cambios arent till this wednesday and Elder Thatcher left today! He doesnt leave from Honduras till Thursday so yeah. I cried when he left. He was such an awesome companion to me. He is an awesome companion to me. I definitely will miss him a ton. 

Well this past week we worked hard till the end and Elder Thatcher has been telling his goodbyes to our area. Everyone here really respected him and love his presence. The reason is because he is himself when he teaches and talks to the people. Then the people realize how much he cares for these people. We didnt have baptisms but we are teaching some sweet families though. I am excited to baptize these families this next month. I am hoping for a sweet companion and we can get to work. 

 

The rainy season is really cool because everything is so green and really pretty. This past week I had the chance to see an area called San Marcos de Colon. That area is super pretty. I think a lot of the Elders are getting sick down here because of all the rain and bugs everywhere. It basically rains in the afternoon and pours our rain. We had to walk through a river of water in the road to get to a house. We were soaked. But yeah I am happpy and pushing on though. I am sad that Elder Thatcher left but excited to because he is moving on with his life. Anyways the work is going forward and strong. The changes that are happening this wednesday are going to be interesting because a big group of gringos leave that were big leaders in the mission. Also we lose President Chaverri and receive a new one. Lots of excitement this week with the mission. Well thank you for the support and prayers. see you next week. 

 

Con Amor,

Elder Hall