Oh man. So much happened this week. I'm still amazed that we came out alive, but I know it was because Heavenly Father was with us every step of the way. There must be some pretty big miracles about to happen, because Satan is working his tail off at us! But, as Sister Packer (a senior sister) told us yesterday, we never have to worry, because we have 2/3 of the hosts of Heaven on our side--we will always have more on our side than the adversary! That's comforting, isn't it?
Thank you to everyone for the love, good wishes, and prayers--I definitely need them! It's been such a great week full of many miracles and blessings, and I know those have come because of your prayers. Thank you. :)
Our most exciting news of last week is that Bob passed his baptismal interview!!!!! He's all set to be baptized on SATURDAY, and we are SO excited for him!! I'm so grateful for the miracle and blessing of getting to teach Bob. It's been such an amazing experience. I'm so grateful for his testimony, and also for how wonderful the Shaker Heights ward has been about fellowshipping him and helping him/us along the journey! Brother Rhodes and others stayed after church with Bob yesterday to find him baptismal clothes, show him the font, and explain everything that would happen at his baptism. We didn't have to ask or anything! They just stepped in and reached out. They are awesome. :)
We also had a great fireside at the Visitor's Center last night! Once a month we get to help plan firesides here, and it's so fun. Last night, we had Bishop Hatfield from the Hiram ward speak about D&C 38:30--"If ye are prepared, ye shall not fear." It was wonderful, and I learned so much. We always ask recent converts to bear their testimonies as well, and one of the people who came yesterday was Joseph from the Solon ward. He was taught and baptized in Solon, but I actually met him with Sister Christensen in Kent, when he was visiting his brother there--and he remembered me!! It was such an incredible feeling to know that I played an indirect part in someone joining the church and becoming a strong member--"how great shall be your joy," indeed. :)
I went on exchanges with Sister Clark on Friday, and it was so fun. She is the cutest, most hardworking missionary ever! She's a wonderful example and a powerful teacher--she's so good at asking questions and showing love for others. I learned a lot from her. :) And we saw lots of miracles happen! One of our favorites was with a lady named Janice. Sister Nelson and I met her tracting a while ago, and we decided to stop by again. At first she was totally uninterested, but when we told her that our message takes nothing away from her beliefs, only adds greater blessings, she softened up and let us in. We talked for awhile, and found out that she studied French in Paris! Needless to say, she and I hit it off right away. We talked about Paris, art, music, and how beautiful art and music help us to feel calm and closer to God. She's pretty strong in her beliefs, but agreed to have us back to discuss religion again. The experience really strengthened my testimony of being persistent, and I'm so grateful that we met her. :)
Saturday was a day of miracles as well. The best was that I got to talk to Robert again!! And....he went to church last Sunday! YAY!!!!!!!!!! He was really nervous because he's never been to a church before, but he said that everyone was nice and it felt like home. His family is still really against it, but he knows it's true and he wants to be baptized!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! He is honestly so incredibly prepared, and I love teaching him. Every time we talk on the phone, I have scriptures or questions come to mind that are just what he needs, and the same happened on Saturday. I'm so grateful for the opportunity to teach him!! He told me he wanted to go to church again on Sunday, and I hope that he did. I'll find out when I call him this week, and I can't wait to hear how it went. :)
Yesterday, we saw our investigator Laura and watched the Joseph Smith movie with her. I think it really helped her to understand who he is and what he went through because of his testimony--and now when we go over the Restoration with her, it will have greater meaning. She is the best, and I really love her. She reminds me so much of Judi that it's uncanny--I just hope that we can continue to meet her needs!
We had another cool experience this week when we stopped for dinner at Menchie's (a frozen yogurt place). We started talking with the girl who worked there, and ended up talking for a long time! We talked about Ohio, and college, and told her all about the great schools in Utah. She was really interested in looking into UVU, and also our website. :) she said that we made her day, but she's the one who made ours! It was a neat experience of everyday missionary opportunities. They are everywhere.
I've got to go, but I love you so so much. Thank you for being such a wonderful support and strength for me. The way is tough, long, and hard at times, but I know that I'm meant to be here, and I'm grateful for every opportunity to push through the challenges, learn from every experience, and share the gospel with Heavenly Father's children. It really is the gospel that brings us joy in life, and I am grateful that I get to see that in my life and the lives of others. The church is true!! I know it with my whole heart. I love my Savior, and I'm so grateful for the opportunity to serve Him with everything that I have. Have a wonderful week!!
Love,
Sister Wygant
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