Hello!
As you can see we survived the typhoon. It was something to behold, but overall, at least in our neighborhood, not as bad as I thought it might be. Typhoons are rather unpredictable and a sudden gust of wind can send one flailing, so we were instructed to stay inside all of Tuesday. That was a challenge on any of the work we wanted to do this week, but we got a few things done from home. The winds were howling and the rain was torrential, but we stayed safe and healthy. The elders in other areas had no power and were miserably hot, but we all survived.
Thanks for writing! Glad to hear you're all safe.
This week we had some good experiences. I haven't clarified for a few weeks, but I have definitely discovered that people actually live here. It's just our area/neighborhood that is extremely touristy. I think a lot of troubled people have come here with the belief that living on an island paradise will change their hearts, but unfortunately the economy, like most places, is pretty rough here right now. Anyway, we have been knocking doors, which hasn't proven to be the most effective method in my experience, but we can't really figure out how else to go about personal contacting right now.
Well, we were a little down a few days ago and Sister Gilbert called to see if we had survived the typhoon. She also asked about our area. I said it would be better if we had people to teach, but that we're trying. She told us to get on our knees and ask how many people Heavenly Father has for us to teach in this area and call her back when we find out and let her know so she could pray for us as well. We were kind of shocked and jaded about it, but we went forth anyway. We felt that 3 was a good number and settled on that and let her know.
The next day we went out and we were knocking on doors and...for the first time on my mission, someone let us in. Sister Kang. We tried to mask our utter shock as she flung the door open and invited us in. She is about 50 and works at a hotel as a cleaner. It happened to be her day off from a very busy schedule. I think she is someone who has always sought God in her life, but not so much organized religion. She was very curious about the BOM and our testimonies of it. Perfect. We were able to share with her and invite her to read it. She was excited to know that the BOM clarifies parts of the bible. We are hoping to be able to teach her this week as well, depending on her schedule. It wasn't perfect, but we were really grateful for the opportunity. It gave us hope. Person we could teach number one.
This Sunday we met what some have dubbed our "eternal investigator." She has been attending church on and off for 7 years, but has trouble keeping some of the commandments (as we all do...) and as a result is too nervous to commit. She has even had plans to be baptized once or twice, but it fell through. When we invite her to hear the lessons she feels pressure and stops coming to church. Anyway, as a result we've been careful with her. This Sunday our branch president interviewed her and she said she really is considering baptism again. The branch president suggested somewhere between October to December to her as a goal. She agreed. Person #2 that we may be potentially teaching this week.
I know prayers are answered and that there are prepared people. I am grateful for your prayers and love. Thank you! Sometimes I forget when things are hard, but I appreciate all the optimism, good energy, and prayers you're sending my way.
Anyway, this Thursday is transfer calls. We'll see what happens. My guess is a new companion and I will stay in Jeju, but still not sure.
I love all of you! Hard to believe that Charlotte and Matt's baby is coming this week! Congratulations! I will pray for you. Nice to hear from all of you. Special shout out ot A. House. Thanks for the mail!
Till next week,
Love,
Julia
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