Hey y'all, 

This week has been an exciting week. Jarrod Gant was Baptized on Saturday, and was Confirmed yesterday. He had a lot of family that attended his baptism. His brother, and mom seemed particularly touched by the changes that they have seen in his life. When we asked Jarrod how he felt after his Baptism. He said that things seem to be "more clear." Our next goal for the Gant family is to prepare them for the Temple. Also, for Jarrod we are going to be working on preparing him to receive the Priesthood. I am so excited for the Gant family. There are so many blessings that await them as they continue to move forward in this gospel.

I was saddened yesterday when DJ and Rea didn't show up for church. Especially since DJ had specifically gotten work off to come. When we saw them on Friday he seemed excited to attend church. We taught him about the Gospel of Jesus Christ, and his understanding seemed quite complete. It was exciting when he really understood the sacrament, and the importance of taking it weekly. He was the first one that I have taught. That has really understood the cleansing effect that partaking of the sacrament has in our lives. We invited him on Friday to start praying about God opening a way that he may be able to come to church every week. Especially since his boss doesn't seem to like or respect the fact that DJ wants to start really getting into church. 

Sister Goodwine, and I are doing well. We are working well in unity, and are continuing to work on inspiring the members to do missionary work.

Yesterday, as I looked in the area book. A former investigator stood out to me to go visit. So we drove to the house, and I was confused when it was the house of the Vincent family. Who are members of the church. When we went inside we were able to meet Shaina. She is marrying Josh Karas; who is a member of the church this weekend. Through talking with her we found out that she has been reading a little bit from the Book of Mormon. What was neat is that she said that the things that Sister Tu'ifua told her at Cole's Baptism. Have really stuck with her, and have kept her open to learning more about the gospel. I am looking forward to sharing more of the gospel with her as soon as things get settled after her marriage. It's neat to see how family focused and centered she wants the rest of her life to be. 

This week in studies as I have been reading in Helaman and 3 Nephi. I have noticed how prevalent the state of apostasy was. Over and over again men reject God and the prophets. They get prideful and believe they can do things on their own. It has been a good reminder for me to always look to God. To always remember the bigger picture. 

I hope that y'all recognize the miracles that God is producing each and everyday of your lives. May we all continue to look to God, and realize that it is only through him that we may accomplish ANYTHING. 

Love y'all! 

Sister W. Williams