Dearest friends and family, 

It’s been a busy week! We’ve had area book meetings, I attended a Catholic mass for the first time, our progressing friends are still progressing, the sun is shining, and it’s a great time to be a missionary! 

This week I want to share a few things I learned as I read the story of Ammon, one of the great missionaries in the Book of Mormon! Over the past several weeks, our mission has continued towards our goal of reading the Book of Mormon in 40 days and as I have done so I have seen it with, what feels like, new eyes! I learn so much every single day! So here goes:

How to be a Great Missionary (or in other words, how to make and achieve high goals): Observations from Ammon’s mission to the Lamanites 

1. Be prepared. (Alma 17:2-3) If ye are prepared, ye shall not fear! And as a great missionary I know once said, ‘proper prior planning prevents poor performance!’
2. Be patient. Consistency is key. (Alma 17:11)
3. Look for opportunities to share your talents. (Alma 17:29)
4. Be an expert. Give the things you want u do your very best! (Alma 18:3)
5. Remember your purpose. Don’t get distracted. Be humble. (Alma 17:25)
6. Be wise, but harmless. Be an example. (Alma 18:22)
7. Always be ready to teach simply (Alma 18:24)
8. Use your connections (Alma 20:14)
9. Be BOLD! (Alma 18:24)
10. Always be grateful (Alma 26)

I am so grateful for the Book of Mormon and for the Bible and for the great lights they can be in our lives.  God speaks to each of us differently—and I know and can testify that He has answers for you! When we want to speak to God, we pray.  When we want him to speak to us, we read the scriptures! They are literally the words from His holy prophets directly to us.  And yes, the times may change, but God is the same yesterday, today, and forever!  God’s love for us will never change, and He has important things to say to each one of us!  If you aren’t doings so already, I encourage you to start reading the scriptures daily, even if it’s just for 5 minutes a day!  Even 5 minutes can make a huge difference. 

I love you all ❤️ Thank you for your continued love and support! 

Z miłością, 

Siostra Baldwin