Hola a todos! This past week was awesome. Our friend Jordan has continued to take our lessons. I can see that he wants to change his life and come closer to know Jesus Christ and Heavenly Father. We have had countless opportunities to teach him how the Book Of Mormon is a companion to the Bible. He is doing very well. Please pray that he continues to learn and one day be baptized to become a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Many of my mission buddies have gone home and I am learning how to continue my mission with out them. It is sad though because they have been here since I began my mission. I have learned many things from each of my mission buddies as well. 

TRIBUTE TO ALL MY COMPANIONS SO FAR:

• Elder Wangsgard my 1st half trainer: I learned how to push forward on my mission and never look back.
• Elder Epperson my 2nd half trainer: I learned to focus on the mission and do the best I can
• Elder Walton: I learned from him to let go of things that have bothered me.
• Elder Wright: I learned how to have fun in the mission.
• Elder McBride: I learned how to teach with unity and how to find joy in the work.
• Elder Ragan: I learned how to show love to those I serve here in the Scottsdale Mission.
• Elder Carn: I learned how to be a hard worker as a missionary.
• Elder Rasmussen: I learned how to share my thoughts when we are in companionship inventory in weekly planning.
• Elder Johnson: I learned to have patience and love for my companions.
• Elder Graham: I learned to reach out to others for help if I ever need it.
• Elder Stewart my immediate companion: I learned how to start contacts and how to turn it over to my companion.

All the buddies of mine have changed my life forever. Many have helped me open up to people out on the street and I appreciate them and love each of them! As I continue to learn more I will continue to pray for you all! 

Here is a quick scripture for the week found in 3rd Nephi 9: 14-15:

“Yea, verily I say unto you, if ye will come unto me ye shall have eternal life. Behold, mine arm of mercy is extended towards you, and whosoever will come, him will I receive; and blessed are those who come unto me.

Behold, I am Jesus Christ the Son of God. I created the heavens and the earth, and all things that in them are. I was with the Father from the beginning. I am in the Father, and the Father in me; and in me hath the Father glorified his name.”

I testify that Jesus Christ created the world under the direction of God the Father. Jesus Christ is the Light and Life of this world. I wouldn’t want a life without Jesus Christ in it. I love you all and hope this email helps those who may be going through hard times. Love you all and talk real soon! ❤️ ✌️ 😎