tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-68982352058883353642024-03-12T19:31:37.002-07:00Elder Christopher Glenn Smith Dear Elder Smith,
You are hereby called to serve as a missionary of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. You are assigned to labor in the Washington Kennewick Mission. It is anticipated that you will serve for a period of 24 months.
You should report to the Mexico Missionary Training Center on Wednesday, January 29, 2014. You will prepare to preach the gospel in the Spanish language. Tara Faye http://www.blogger.com/profile/15689092750527075463noreply@blogger.comBlogger99125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6898235205888335364.post-53975554301891994142015-12-18T08:53:00.001-08:002015-12-18T08:53:21.841-08:00It Never Ends....<div style="text-align: right;">
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">As I sit here in front of the computer screen my heart is full of a bittersweet feeling. I can hardly believe that this will be my last email I send while serving as a representative of Jesus Christ. Throughout my life, I have been blessed with growing opportunities and spiritual experiences. However, I stand with Elder Holland when he stated, "No young man could have ever served a mission and been more affected by it then I was." As weeks have passed, I have noticed my Savior guide me and walk beside me. His light in my life has illuminated brighter and brighter than ever before. He knows me, he loves me, and he is truly the Prince of Peace. I've come to know that he feels this way about each one of you as well. We are all brothers and sisters here during this mortal experience and our purpose is to return to live with our Father in Heaven with our eternal families. He expects us to exercise faith, repent daily, enter into the waters of baptism, receive that wonderful gift of the Holy Ghost, and enjoy to the end. All of these blessings are made possible by developing and becoming more Christlike. As we follow Christ and come to the conclusion that "his grace is sufficient, after all we can do," we will notice and feel an everlasting joy fill our lives. The apostle Paul declared, "And now abideth faith, hope, charity, these three; but the greatest of these is charity." Charity truly never does fail. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">As I wrap up my final email, I would like to express appreciation to my companions, my Mission President, His Wife, my parents, and most importantly my Heavenly Father for providing this experience. Although my mission has ended, my desire to serve the Lord has not. I am a changed boy, and desire with all my heart to continue rendering service. These truly were and forever will be, "My best two years."</span></div>
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Tara Faye http://www.blogger.com/profile/15689092750527075463noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6898235205888335364.post-53059465192767892972015-12-18T08:49:00.002-08:002015-12-18T08:49:57.178-08:00Our Winter Wonderland <div style="text-align: right;">
<span style="font-family: inherit;">December 7, 2015 </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">Oh the weather outside is frightful, but the fire is so delightful. This week we got about 4 feet of snow and I absolutely love it! We are sliding in our Toyota Corolla and I'm finally learning how to drive in the snow. I'm a California kid and highly inexperienced and inadequate, therefore I take it slow. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">On Wednesday, I received an unexpected call from President Lewis and he informed me that I would be transferred to Leavenworth. Leavenworth is one of the biggest attractions for Christmas in the state of Washington. It is an old Bavarian styled village that attracts 2 million people during the Christmas season. Our purpose is to advertise the new Christmas video, "A Savior is Born." My new companions are Elder Gleed and Elder Tays. They also will be returning home on <span class="aBn" data-term="goog_1002485566" style="border-bottom-color: rgb(204, 204, 204); border-bottom-style: dashed; border-bottom-width: 1px; position: relative; top: -2px; z-index: 0;" tabindex="0"><span class="aQJ" style="position: relative; top: 2px; z-index: -1;">December 18th</span></span>. President Lewis definitely received heaven sent inspiration for placing missionaries in Leavenworth. What an incredible way to spread the Christmas cheer and share that Jesus Christ is the true gift of Christmas. We contacted over 500 people over the course of four days and all together did a total of over 42 hours of service. The members of this ward are phenomenal and have already had a deep impact on my heart. I mentioned that in my testimony on Sunday about their "impact" and one of the members found it comical because the night before she backed into our car. What a pun, right?! Anyways, life is just wonderful and we feel as if we are in a winter wonderland. I've never been so sore and exhausted, but I can't think of a more exciting way to end these greatest two years of my life. Please see the pictures attached to appreciate the beauty of Leavenworth. A quick side note. After talking to several people this week with many types of backgrounds, EVERYONE is interested in coming closer to our Savior this holiday season. Please don't be frightened to share the gospel. If you are, I would invite you to read, "A Word for the Hesitant Missionary" by Elder Uchtdorf. This short two minute video is very non-threatening. Please please please share the spirit of Christmas with all of your loved ones. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">Although this news was exciting, I will greatly miss Elder Kiser. He's actually sitting right next to me because we are in the same zone, so I don't miss him toooo much;) I'm grateful and appreciative for his righteous example in my life. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">Love you all so much,</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">Stay safe,</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">November 30, 2015 </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">December has come! The snow is falling, the ground is slippery, and the Hispanics are going in for the season! What better gift could we give this season than a knowledge that we have a loving Savior. He'll be by our side this Christmas season as we discover and embrace the gift he has given. He is the true gift of Christmas. He knows us, he cares for us, he can bridge the gap from sorrow to everlasting happiness. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">Our week was incredible. As the dreaded day of <span class="aBn" data-term="goog_1002485565" style="border-bottom-color: rgb(204, 204, 204); border-bottom-style: dashed; border-bottom-width: 1px; position: relative; top: -2px; z-index: 0;" tabindex="0"><span class="aQJ" style="position: relative; top: 2px; z-index: -1;">December 18th</span></span> comes closer, my heart is full of a bitter-sweet feeling. I hope and pray that I have done everything I could to fulfill my purpose as a missionary and share the good news of the restored gospel. This gospel changes us and molds us into the men and women our Heavenly Father wants us to be. It's all made possible through His son, Jesus Christ. Imagine a world without a Savior. Darkness and gloom with fill our hearts. Therefore, may we all commit to lift those who need comfort and provide hope for the weary this Christmas season. This website might help you spread the cheer.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">It was Thanksgiving week and we spent dinner at the Haag's home. They are wonderful members who help us out in countless ways. I wish to express gratitude to my family for being a light and a source of happiness for me in my life. I wouldn't be serving a mission without the Heavenly help The Lord has given me. This Heavenly help, was each one of you. Thank you from the bottom of my heart. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">Yesterday, I was thankful to attend the baptism of a former family I was teaching. The Ceja family. Tears filled my eyes as they all entered into the water. It has taken a lot of work and a lot of prayers all in preparation for this special day. Our wonderful Brothers and Sisters are flocking to the font! It's been amazing to be blessed to witness all of these baptisms as I wind down for the last stretch of my mission. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">I love this gospel and I love my Savior. I know this church is true and I cannot deny it!</span></div>
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Tara Faye http://www.blogger.com/profile/15689092750527075463noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6898235205888335364.post-88018211220194334432015-12-18T00:25:00.000-08:002015-12-18T08:23:25.142-08:00W.O.W<div style="text-align: right;">
<span style="font-family: inherit;">November 23, 2015 </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">What an incredible week it has been. I might add that it was one of the most rewarding and incredible weeks of my mission. I give all thanks to the Lord for the miracles he has wrought in my life as well as the lives of His sons and daughters here in Washington. I hope and pray you all feel the same wherever you may be located. It's amazing that coming closer to Jesus Christ can come to pass EVERYWHERE, it's not a matter of where or what time, but our willingness to feel his presence in our lives.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">I'd like to give you a day by day highlight of my week because it was so incredible. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><b>Monday-Tuesday</b>: Two days full of miracles and watching the gospel take effect in the lives of our Brothers and Sisters. "I'm just waiting for my husband to get home from Seattle so I can marry him and get baptized already!" Say whaaaa...... I love those moments. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><b>Wednesday</b>: We were blessed to have the opportunity to attend the temple. The blessings that come from attending the temple are incomprehensible. I look forward to one day having the opportunity to attend the temple on a weekly basis. It was just the boost I needed to finish my mission strong and stay focused on my purpose to invite others to come unto Christ. After the temple, we drove to the Mission Office and I got to see the Thompson's and the Call's! I have such a deep love for these couples that have had an everlasting impact on my life. They also claim that I was their trainer, but I find that hard to believe because I hope and pray I can follow in their footsteps later in life. After many hugs, they led us to the car we would be driving back to Wenatchee. WHAT?! We're now getting a car?! We hoped into a 2016 Toyota Corolla that had 12 miles on the odometer. Elder Kiser and I were beyond grateful for this blessing, especially as we approach a cold winter season. We drove back to Wenatchee and had another incredible night with those we are teaching.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><b>Thursday-Friday</b>: We were able to participate in several service projects and enjoy one another's company. I absolute love Elder Kiser. That night, I got word that Rocky (a former investigator) was getting baptized the following day. This text came in at <span class="aBn" data-term="goog_1002485558" style="border-bottom-color: rgb(204, 204, 204); border-bottom-style: dashed; border-bottom-width: 1px; position: relative; top: -2px; z-index: 0;" tabindex="0"><span class="aQJ" style="position: relative; top: 2px; z-index: -1;">9:00pm</span></span> at night. "Rocky would like you to baptize him Elder Smith. You can go, you just have to find a member to drive you." I thought to myself, it's <span class="aBn" data-term="goog_1002485559" style="border-bottom-color: rgb(204, 204, 204); border-bottom-style: dashed; border-bottom-width: 1px; position: relative; top: -2px; z-index: 0;" tabindex="0"><span class="aQJ" style="position: relative; top: 2px; z-index: -1;">9:00pm</span></span>, who can I call and who would be willing to drive 4 hours tomorrow? I said a quick prayer in my heart and the first people we called was the White family. After asking the question at such a late hour, Sister White said, "Yakima? Like Yakima, Yakima? My daughter has a soccer game tomorrow in Yakima and we got two extra spots!" My heart was touched and I knew the Lord wanted me to attend the baptism. I was in "awww" for the rest of the night and anxious for the following day.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><b>Saturday</b>: The baptism of Rocky. My heart was full of joy for Rocky as he entered into the Waters of Baptism. Gratefulness filled my heart as I lifted him down out of the water. After 8 months of meeting with missionaries, all his hard work payed off. His humility to listen to the promptings of the spirit urged him to Baptism. "This is only the first step," said Rocky in the dressing room. Rocky will be a life long friend who I will never forget.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><b>Sunday</b>: Stake conference for the Wenatchee Stake. The Spanish Meeting began and it was absolutely phenomenal. After about an hour the Stake President announced, "We would like to hear three testimonies, Victor Villalobos, Maria Guttierez, and Elder Smith." OH BOY! It's ironic how Hispanic sounding the other names are and then mine, Elder Smith. hehe. I found it a huge privilege to bear my testimony of the divinity of this church.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">And that was my week! It was quite a blast.</span></div>
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Tara Faye http://www.blogger.com/profile/15689092750527075463noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6898235205888335364.post-1651681431796888832015-12-18T00:18:00.002-08:002015-12-18T00:18:22.808-08:00The Strait and Narrow Path<div style="text-align: right;">
<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"> Novemeber 16, 2015</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Family and Friends,</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Como les va? Life is sooooooooo wonderful!
Nothing new is going on here, just good old missionary work. We are now
"riding" the streets of Wenatchee with our new hot rods. Yep, you heard
me right, we got bikes! WOOOOOOOOOO. A wonderful member decided to lend
us his bicycles. Wenatchee is full of steep hills, so depending on where
we are at we either have a wonderful time riding down hills or a
"so-so" time riding uphill. As we approach the winter season, riding
bikes will be interesting in this Northern part of Washington.</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Our
week was incredible. We were blessed to be led to six new
investigators. It's been exciting finding new people to teach since day 1
in Wenatchee. Our teaching pool is there, now we just need to encourage
and push them towards making the covenant of baptism. Winter time is
harvest time with the Hispanic community, so the colder it gets the more
people we are blessed to teach. The Lord is truly preparing so many
incredible people for the restored gospel of Jesus Christ. </span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Elder
Kiser is a CRACK-UP! I haven't laughed my whole mission as much as I
did this past week. He's got an exciting and energetic personality which
always keeps me on my feet. I ABSOLUTELY love him and find it a sacred
privilege to serve by his side.</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">This week I've gained a
testimony of the power of the scriptures. I started reading The Book of
Mormon again and the revelatory experiences keep flowing out. The
scriptures keep us on the Strait and Narrow path described in 2
Nephi. The scriptures contain the word of God. Latter-day prophets
counsel us to study the scriptures every day, both individually and with
our families. As we do so, we can't go off path. I love this church and
I love my mission.</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Love Always,</span></span></div>
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Tara Faye http://www.blogger.com/profile/15689092750527075463noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6898235205888335364.post-28071354867345332692015-12-18T00:13:00.000-08:002015-12-18T00:13:44.335-08:00Seek the Savior <div style="text-align: right;">
<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">November 9, 2015 </span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">First off, I must apologize that this letter
will be extremely short. Most of my email time I was discussing classes
with my parents for this upcoming Winter Semester. </span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Our week
was incredible. Then again, how can your week not be incredible when
you're serving others? Right now, we are in the process of finding more
people too teach. A lot of the people we are teaching just aren't quite
ready for baptism which is completely fine because we respect agency. We
are excited to claw, dig, and scratch this week to find the elect.
Jeremiah <span class="aBn" data-term="goog_2013555840" tabindex="0"><span class="aQJ">16:16</span></span>
Behold, I will send for many fishers, saith the Lord, and they shall
fish them; and after will I send for many hunters, and they shall hunt
them from every mountain, and from every hill, and out of the holes of
the rocks. Please keep us in your prayers that we may be guided by the
spirit to someone who is prepared to hear the restored gospel.</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">This
week, I was also privileged to give a talk in Sacrament Meeting. I love
speaking in church. After giving so many training's around the mission
that would typically last for 30 mins to and hour, it's hard to condense
a talk into just 15 minutes. I was given the assignment to speak on
"The Pleasing Word of God." The pleasing word of God shows us the need
for continual repentance. I went a little off track because of the lack
of investigators in the room. Therefore, I went on a tangent about the
importance of member missionary work. I hope I wasn't too bold:) </span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Elder Kiser and I still love each other and I couldn't feel more blessed to be his companion.</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">I hope all is well wherever you are!</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Love Always,</span></span></div>
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Tara Faye http://www.blogger.com/profile/15689092750527075463noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6898235205888335364.post-4629434936528014962015-12-18T00:08:00.000-08:002015-12-18T00:08:54.762-08:00The Field is White <div style="text-align: right;">
<span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="font-size: small;">November 2, 2015 </span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="font-size: small;">Family and Friends,</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="font-size: small;">I send you all of my love and prayers from
Wenatchee, Washington. My heart is full of joy this week (and every
week) for the support and prayers that I receive from you. I hope all is
well and you are getting physically and spiritually "suited up" for
this upcoming Winter. Spanish missionaries anticipate this time of year
because our teaching pool will grow immensely. I've come to love and
grow a deep respect for the Hispanic culture, they are genuine and down
to earth. </span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="font-size: small;">Our week was ABSOLUTELY INCREDIBLE! We got our car
taken away and given to another area which was a miracle. Being without a
car is one of the greatest blessings you can receive in the mission
field. And I hope you know I'm not being sarcastic! Elder Kiser and I
have loved tracting and burning off the fat rolls I have acquired.
Without a car, you have no room to slack off because you stay focused on
your purpose 24/7. My companion has a watch that calculates how far we
walk and we hit 50 miles this week. </span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="font-size: small;">Elder Kiser and I are
getting along wonderfully. "You two Elders are like a circus act," said
another missionary. I will admit, when we're walking the streets we
might do a little dance or start singing, but it keeps us going.
However, our main source of energy is our love for the Lord. If we make
love for God and his children our prime motivator, we can't go off
course. LOVE and HUMILITY are the overarching principles of the Gospel
of Jesus Christ. I'm thoroughly convinced that if we sincerely and
frequently express love, our desires will be pure and our motives will
be centered on selfless service. "Love worketh no ill to his neighbour:
therefore love is the fulfilling of the law (Romans <span class="aBn" data-term="goog_2013555839" tabindex="0"><span class="aQJ">13:10</span></span>)." </span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="font-size: small;">I
know that Jesus Christ lives as surely as did Joseph Smith when he
prayed for guidance. There is no doubt in my mind that the Gospel of
Jesus Christ forms and molds us into sanctified disciples. I'm eternally
grateful for what my mission has meant to me. It has and will forever
shape the course of my life. I love my Savior and I love my Father in
Heaven and I love all of you.</span></span></div>
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Tara Faye http://www.blogger.com/profile/15689092750527075463noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6898235205888335364.post-77582395407112132232015-12-18T00:04:00.001-08:002015-12-18T00:04:27.462-08:00Oh Sweet the Joy this Sentence Gives, I Know that My Redeemer Lives <div style="text-align: right;">
<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">October 26, 2015 </span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">I am now writing you from the beautiful
Wenatchee, Washington. Joy fills my heart as I sit here and ponder the
several memorable moments in Yakima. As I reflect on experiences, I
can't help but feel the love my Heavenly Father has given me. He truly
is involved with the details of our lives.</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">On Wednesday, we
got in our car and drove up to Wenatchee. My new companions name is
Elder Kiser. He is from Seattle, Washington. Therefore, he's not too far
from home. In fact, this isn't his first rodeo here in Wenatchee. He's
visited Wenatchee multiple times throughout the course of his life. We
are enjoying every moment we have with one another and I find it a
sacred privilege to serve with someone so wonderful. </span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">The area
we cover is called Mission Ridge SP. We are in a Spanish Ward and we're
excited to work hard bring more of our Brothers and Sisters to church.
We are driving a Subaru Legacy, which will definitely come in handy as
we approach the winter season. </span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">We've hit the pavement this
week and look forward to an eventful week full of miracles. We love
running from house to house and getting our shoes scuffed up. Having the
opportunity to proselyte every day has really put into perspective the
importance of using every second of His time with the respect and honor
that it deserves. I love my mission so much:,) I love every second of
every day! Nothing compares to the joy that one can feel while serving
the Lord. </span></span></div>
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Tara Faye http://www.blogger.com/profile/15689092750527075463noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6898235205888335364.post-22500145885214663952015-12-16T23:33:00.001-08:002015-12-16T23:33:38.510-08:00Hasta Ver <div style="text-align: right;">
<span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="font-size: small;">October 19, 2015 </span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="font-size: small;">How are all of my
wonderful family and friends doing? It's getting a bit chilly so bring
out those winter coats and prepare for a COOOOOL winter. My thoughts and
prayers go out to you and like always, I have to express deep gratitude
for the support and prayers you render in my behalf. You provide me
with strength and endurance to continue pressing forward with faith.</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="font-size: small;">This
week brings transfers. What exactly does that mean? It means that the
thinking caps come on as we help organize cars, phones, missionaries,
etc. I never thought I'd enjoy being a travel planner, but it's a huge
puzzle with countless curve balls thrown at you. I LOVE IT! So, although
I was involved with preparing for transfers, it looks like this is my
last one. President informed me that I would be released as an Assistant
this transfer and have the sacred privilege of training a new
missionary. I will be transferred to the Mission Ridge Ward in
Wenatchee. We get to pick up the new missionaries from the airport
tomorrow so I will meet my new companion very soon! Elder Carter will be
the new assistant and will do a wonderful job. He is a dear friend of
mine. </span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="font-size: small;">Words can't describe the growing experiences and
memorable moments I have witnessed over these past 6 months as an
Assistant to the President. Both President Ware and President Lewis have
changed my life. And I say that in the most sincere and honest way
possible. These two men are some of my best friends and my hero's. There
inspired ways of leading and loving others has given my life a new
perspective. If love is the motive, than you will be a light to those
around you. Especially at the formation of this new Yakima Mission, I
have grown a deep appreciation for Mission President's and their wives.
It brings me to tears knowing that I have become good friends with such
incredible people. I will forever remember Sister Lewis, and for her
sweet spirit and kind heart. The office staff, fellow missionaries, and
the Lord are those that have been my fuel to keep me going. I LOVE MY
MISSION. To all the wonderful people who have surrounded me....thank
you....thank you.....thank you:,) </span></span></div>
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Tara Faye http://www.blogger.com/profile/15689092750527075463noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6898235205888335364.post-16224888090465828742015-12-16T23:31:00.000-08:002015-12-16T23:31:12.003-08:00An Outstretched Hand<div style="text-align: right;">
<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">October 12, 2015 </span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">To give you a brief run down of my week, I will
describe it using only 5 words. Wonderful, Incredible, Joyful,
Revelatory, and Faith-Filled. I can't find one thing to complain about
in my life at this point in time.LIFE IS GOOD, LIFE IS WONDERFUL, LIFE
IS HONESTLY THE GREATEST! </span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">This week, we had an amazing
opportunity to go on 4 exchanges with other missionaries. I always love
how much you can learn from one another and how we can always progress
to become more consecrated missionaries. One of my favorite quotes of
all time says, "When you think you've arrived, you've never been
further." In missionary service, we can become very comfortable with
teaching the gospel, talking with people on the streets, etc. However,
it's important to always remain humble and be teachable. If we open our
hearts to the promptings of the spirit, he will tell us specific things
we need to work on. I came to this conclusion while I was proselyting
with another missionary. I thought to myself, "I feel normal, I could do
this for the rest of my life, this is really not that hard talking to
people about the restored gospel." Shortly after, I had a humbling
experience. A wonderful scripture in D&C states, "And it is my will
that ye shall humble yourselves before me, and obtain this blessing by
your diligence and humility and the prayer of faith." The spirit touched
my heart and told me now is the time you need to progress more than you
ever have before. I learned that I can't become complacent, but develop
a mentality of constant improvement. Self-contentment will fail, but
self-improvement will allow growth. </span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Therefore, this week I
came to the conclusion that I am not "stripped of pride." It was
incredible to realize how much more I need to do. </span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">I hope your week was wonderful.</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Love Always,</span></span></div>
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Tara Faye http://www.blogger.com/profile/15689092750527075463noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6898235205888335364.post-81485349114618364532015-12-15T18:52:00.000-08:002015-12-15T18:52:00.660-08:00He Created Us to Have Joy <div style="text-align: right;">
<span style="font-family: inherit;">October 5, 2015 </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">Today I marvel and smile at the wonderful opportunity it is to be a child of our loving Heavenly Father. He watches over us, he listens to us, protects us, and loves us very deeply. This knowledge brings comfort and reminds me of the importance to always feel his hand guide my everyday actions. Cherish the moments that matter most, don't over complicate things, and always press forward with great faith in Jesus Christ. These three simple "steps" have given me direction throughout the course of my mission. Revelation and faith filled words were spoken in regards to these three principles at general conference. </span></div>
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<b><span style="font-family: inherit;">Cherish the Moments that Matter Most</span></b></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">"God didn't design us to be sad, he created us to have joy!" - Elder Uchtdorf. If we are to be disciples of our Savior Jesus Christ we have to take joy in the small things. The precious and beautiful moments our Heavenly Father provides should be a catalyst and the fuel for us to "enjoy to the end." Trials and challenging times strengthen and fortify us, therefore we must endure them well and be deeply grateful for the Lord blessing us with trying times. </span></div>
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<b><span style="font-family: inherit;">Don't Over complicate Things</span></b></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">The plain and precious truth's of the gospel should fill our hearts with enlightenment. When we confuse ourselves, our conversion is hindered. When push comes to shove, living the gospel is actually quite simplistic. "As we make Christ the center of our lives, our fears will be replaced by the courage of our convictions," said President Monson. Making Christ the center of our lives is the key. By always remembering him, everything else falls into place. Who would've ever thought it boiled down to Jesus Christ. There's no magic formula to happiness, no financial income that will provide substantial happiness, and nobody who can provide the comfort, except Christ. The silver bullet to a happy life is Him.</span></div>
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<b><span style="font-family: inherit;">Faith in Jesus Christ</span></b></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">Neil L. Anderson claimed, "Your faith will grow not by chance, but by choice." The decision is ours, it all falls upon our laps to fuel the flame of faith in our lives. Faith is a principle of action, not just belief.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">I apologize for this rant, but I just love sharing what I've come to learn during this wonderful revelatory experience we shared this past week. I hope all of you are doing well.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">Know that I love you with all my heart,</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">Elder Smith</span><br />
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Tara Faye http://www.blogger.com/profile/15689092750527075463noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6898235205888335364.post-53297062131354280932015-12-15T18:26:00.002-08:002015-12-15T18:26:39.703-08:00Come Unto Christ <div style="text-align: right;">
<span style="font-family: inherit;">September 28, 2015 </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">I hope your week was wonderful! How bout a joke? </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">-What kind of pants does Mario wear?</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">-DENIM, DENIM, DENIM!</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">HAHAHAHHAHAHHAHAHA I thought that was a pretty funny little joke.....</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">Anyways! Our week has been great. We had three different zone conferences spread throughout the mission so we've been on the road. I've never put so many miles on a car in my life. We are grateful the training's went well and we are still conscious. We gave a training on the importance of chanting. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">Ask Questions</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">Testify</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">These are essential things we must apply when talking to someone on the street. It just comes down to being happy in every moment and in every situation. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">I wish I could write more, but I love you all so very much and you're in my prayers!</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">Love Always,</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">September 21, 2015 </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">My heart is full of gratitude for the wonderful things happening in the Washington Yakima Mission. We truly feel the Lord guiding us in all that we do and we appreciate his efforts to bless our brothers and sisters. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">We had another Doctrine of Christ and Trainer/Trainee meeting this week which was eventful. When we arrived at the building, we were made aware that the entire church was under construction. No carpet, no furniture, completely bare! It was one of those moments where you simply laugh because you have no idea how to tackle the situation. There were no other church buildings in the area so we improvised. We had the three hour meeting outside. After, we ran over to the Ephrata Stake Center and had the Trainer/Trainee meeting there. Seeing friends so often always puts a huge smile on my face. The mission field is a great place to create friendships.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">The work in the Yakima 3rd Ward is going great. We recently had another companionship of Elders join us in the ward. Elders Jensen and Carroll. Ray is continually coming to church and made our jaws drop yesterday when he answered a difficult question about the Book of Mormon in Elders Quorum. Rocky is progressing well. This week he claimed that he knew the church was true and he knows which direction he wants to take. Rocky will enter into the waters of baptism soon. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">This week we will be traveling around the mission for zone conferences. Tomorrow we will be in Moses Lake, the day after will be in Wenatchee, and the day after we will come back home to Yakima. Our training is titles, "Favorite OYM Starters." An OYM means (Open Your Mouth). It will be a training on how to be comfortable with talking to others on the street and on door steps. We are incredibly thrilled to tour the mission. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">I hope your weeks are wonderful! I love you so very much.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">Love Always,</span></div>
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Tara Faye http://www.blogger.com/profile/15689092750527075463noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6898235205888335364.post-38064150073108850292015-12-15T18:11:00.000-08:002015-12-15T18:11:08.352-08:00"As We Draw Near to God, He Will Draw Near to Us."<div style="text-align: right;">
<span style="font-family: inherit;">September 14, 2015 </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">What an incredible week it has been to be a missionary in the Washington Yakima Mission. The Lord is raining down miracles upon our Brother's and Sister's and preparing thousands to receive the restored Gospel of Jesus Christ. The weather is getting cooler and the Spanish work will start picking up in the near future. Spanish work during this time of year is incredibly difficult because of "la pisca." This is the time of year when a large amount of people are out in the field picking fresh fruit. Speaking of fruit, I have eaten more fruit in this past month than I have in my entire life. (I hope you are proud of me mommy and daddy.)</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">We are relieved that transfer week has finished. Everyone is in their areas and where they need to be which couldn't make us happier. On transfer day, we drove about 6 hours which was actually better than usual. We're starting to utilize members more frequently to make our lives a little easier. It's amazing how transfers always work out, the transportation of over 100 missionaries can be a little tricky at times. Elder Archibald and I feel like travel planners. It's really quite FUN! I love all the missionaries that surround me in the WYM. Every single missionary I meet has his/her unique spiritual gifts and talents. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">We also had trainer/trainee and the Doctrine of Christ specialized training's this week. I was privilege to give a training on repentance, something I know a lot about;) It's always a wonderful experience being in front of the Elder's and Sister's and hearing their great feedback to the questions I ask them. With missionaries, you always have a good audience. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">Well I hope your weeks are wonderful, I miss you all so much!</span></div>
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Tara Faye http://www.blogger.com/profile/15689092750527075463noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6898235205888335364.post-35209705347663208932015-11-25T15:54:00.001-08:002015-12-13T20:07:55.436-08:00Christlike Service Exalts <div style="text-align: right;">
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">It has been an exciting week to say the least. We have been running around left and right and trying to prepare for the next couple of days. This week is......drum roll please......is transfer week. I'm very grateful to stay here in Yakima and continue with Elder Archibald. It's been an absolute privilege serving with him and working closely with President and Sister Lewis.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">This past week we were blessed with a powerful MLC. MLC is when the leadership of the mission gathers together and we give training's based on the needs of the mission. Our training was on the importance of teaching the gospel simply. At the beginning of our training, I started with a rant about my numark mixdeck (a mixer board that I used back at home for DJ'ing). All of the missionaries jaws dropped in confusion and everything went in one ear and out the other. Elder Archibald then talked about speaker systems. It was one of the most fun training's I have given on my mission. After explaining how to teach simply, we had a surprise. We had called a 10 year old boy to come and assist us. We then called up a couple of companionship's to teach this young boy simply. It was an incredible experience. We learned that confusion hinders conversion. MLC was wonderful. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">Tomorrow, we will be receiving 26 new missionaries. That means 12 more proselyting areas have been formed. The Lord is definitely hastening His work in this part of His vineyard. Next transfer brings about 30 more new missionaries! We feel so blessed to be a part of this growth. Tomorrow, we will pick these new missionaries up from the airport and have a long, spiritually packed day with <span style="font-family: inherit;">them at the mission home. Every time, I can't help but reflect my first experience stepping on Washington soil as a missionary. THERE IS NOTHING BETTER THAN SERVING A MISSION!</span></span><span style="font-family: inherit;">My life has been changed these last 20 months because of one large reason, the love that my Heavenly Father has given me. I notice myself striving to become a better person. When push comes to shove, it's always about inward conviction. I'm far from perfect, but I hope and pray everyday that I can become a more sanctified and consecrated servant. It seems as if I have many days where I do fall short. That's when repentance comes in. Isn't the gospel just wonderful in every aspect?!</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">Well, I love you all very much and appreciate your examples.</span></div>
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Tara Faye http://www.blogger.com/profile/15689092750527075463noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6898235205888335364.post-28322160604290817682015-09-02T20:21:00.002-07:002015-09-02T20:21:25.745-07:00Fuel the Flame<div style="text-align: right;">
<span style="font-family: inherit;">August 31, 2015</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">It's been an incredible week full of joyful experiences and moments. "Moments are the molecules that make up eternity." I'm going to be forever grateful for the priceless moments and memories I have acquired while serving this mission. I will NEVER lose my testimony because if I ever doubt, I will read through these emails and see all of the sacred experiences I witnessed. The Lord is preparing so many people to receive the message of the Restoration. If we have ears to hear and eyes to see, we will see how the Gospel of Jesus Christ can touch everyone we come in contact with. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">On Saturday, August 29th, Ray was baptized in The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints. Ray was so excited and tears rolled down his eyes as he came out of the water. My heart was full of gratitude and you could not deny the spirit in the room. The day after, he was confirmed as a member of the church and received the gift of the Holy Ghost. That wonderful gift that gives us direction and warns us of danger. The still small voice that is with us at all times and in all places if we are worthy to receive His promptings. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">We are looking forward to a busy week of training's and transfer planning. We have MLC <span class="aBn" data-term="goog_2126699970" style="border-bottom-color: rgb(204, 204, 204); border-bottom-style: dashed; border-bottom-width: 1px; position: relative; top: -2px; z-index: 0;" tabindex="0"><span class="aQJ" style="position: relative; top: 2px; z-index: -1;">tomorrow</span></span> and will be preparing today. MLC (Mission Leadership Council). We are still pondering and applying the training's given from Elder Packer last week. This past week, I went on exchanges with Elder Turley and Elder Krogue. These two missionaries are the happiest missionaries I have come in contact with. They're the type to just say out of the blue, "Elder Smith, life is so wonderful, I just love life so much!" I love people who have a positive and uplifting attitude like these two great leaders. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">Let us all enjoy the happiness and joy that comes from the gospel. We have so many reasons to rejoice and thank the Lord in prayer for all that he has given us. I hope your week is full of endless memories. </span></div>
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Tara Faye http://www.blogger.com/profile/15689092750527075463noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6898235205888335364.post-5777451658370948352015-08-31T19:19:00.002-07:002015-08-31T19:19:50.394-07:00The Voice of the Spirit <div style="text-align: right;">
<span style="font-family: inherit;">August 25, 2015 </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">My heart is full of gratitude for the amazing week we have all shared here in this new Washington Yakima Mission. We had the sacred privilege of meeting with Elder and Sister Packer. As they addressed us, joy and gratitude filled my heart for the wonderful blessing it is to be a missionary. Especially as one of the pioneers of this newly formed mission. As we greeted Elder Packer, you could feel a strong spirit and power about him. Throughout these past couple of days, my testimony has increased in regards to the importance of Priesthood Keys. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">Although I could talk for several days in regards to what Elder Packer talked to us about, I will highlight one of the most prominent truths he shared with us. He talked about the importance of always being in tune with the spirit and how to create a spiritual environment with our investigators. I learned that the Holy Ghost plays a key role in the conversion of our brothers and sisters. "If ye have not the spirit, ye shall not teach." Our job as missionaries is to help them make contact with the Holy Ghost. This can be done by teaching simply, personal worthiness, etc. However, I learned that a continual positive attitude is essential to allow others to feel the spirit. Being happy is a choice and there is so much meaning and power behind a simple smile. The gospel makes us smile, so why not allow others to share that same smile? When we share the gospel, we must realize that we often times over complicate it! If we are a light to those around us and they recognize the light, change will occur. Show forth love, be a worthy you, and allow them to recognize the love God has for them. SO SIMPLE YET SO EFFECTIVE. The voice of the spirit is one of love and comfort. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">The rest of last week was wonderful as well. We have been incredibly busy running around on exchanges and enjoying the mission culture and lifestyle. LIFE IS JUST SUCH A BLESSING! I feel so grateful for everything Heavenly Father has blessed me with. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">Please pray for everyone affected by the fires up here in Washington. We have had to evacuate some missionaries due to the heavy winds and intense fires. PRAY PLEASE!</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">Well, I hope you also had a joyful week! I love you so incredibly much, you are all wonderful.</span></div>
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Tara Faye http://www.blogger.com/profile/15689092750527075463noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6898235205888335364.post-36291927298183225092015-08-20T22:00:00.000-07:002015-08-31T19:23:22.898-07:00We Lighten the Loads of Others Best By Helping The Lord Strengthen Them <div style="text-align: right;">
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">It's been a joyful week here in the beautiful states of both Washington and Oregon. We had the wonderful opportunity to go on exchanges with several different zone leaders this week including The Dalles Zone which is located in Oregon. It's hard to believe that my father and I were both in the same state at the same time. A quick side note for my father to say thank you for the service you have rendered these past couple of weeks, you are my hero. As I pondered and thought about the several role-models I have in my life, I realized the magnitude and importance of learning from others. We all have a remarkable opportunity to, in a sense, mooch off other peoples talents. We are all given certain abilities and talents and if we "bury them" others will be hindered. D&C 60:2 reads, "But with some I am not well pleased, for they will not open their mouths, but they hide the talent which I have given unto them, because of the fear of man. Wo unto such, for mine anger is kindled against them." We must multiply our talents to the fullest potential. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">The greatest way to share our talents is to share what the Lord has already blessed us with, the restored Gospel of Jesus Christ. A knowledge that the gospel is true is the most incredible "talent" the Lord has ever given to us. It opens the windows of heaven and permits a higher power to lead and direct our lives. We must share this talent and as we do so, The Lord will strengthen them. By directing them towards our Savior He will make a lasting influence on their lives which was conditional upon your decision to share your talent. "If you labor all your days and bring one soul unto me, how great shall be your joy," D&C <span class="aBn" data-term="goog_1177423691" style="border-bottom-color: rgb(204, 204, 204); border-bottom-style: dashed; border-bottom-width: 1px; position: relative; top: -2px; z-index: 0;" tabindex="0"><span class="aQJ" style="position: relative; top: 2px; z-index: -1;">18:15</span></span>.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">We are excited and anxious for the arrival of Elder Packer next week! It will be a memorable and revelatory experience. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">Our investigators are still doing wonderful and are growing a stronger and stronger testimony every time we visit with them. Ray is getting baptized on the 29th and keeps talking about how much this will change the course of his life. Please pray for Ray and Rocky that they may press forward with faith and continue to have sincere desires.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">I love you all so incredibly much and am appreciative of all the many talents you have shared with me throughout the course of my life. I hope your week is wonderful and that you do something special for somebody else.</span></div>
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Tara Faye http://www.blogger.com/profile/15689092750527075463noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6898235205888335364.post-77946899804699009122015-08-17T21:01:00.001-07:002015-08-17T21:01:36.567-07:00Reach Out With Love <div style="text-align: right;">
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">To start the week off, we were extremely busy planning training's and traveling around the mission. After all the training's were done, we made our way back to Yakima just in time to start preparing for this month's MLC (Mission Leadership Council). After several late nights and much scrambling to help put together this meeting, we were grateful to have an MLC which was directed by the spirit in all aspects. At every MLC, we have the sacred opportunity to help set the baptismal goal as a council for the current and upcoming month. As we all pondered together, we discussed together for about 45 mins in regards to the goal for August. After much prayer, we came to the conclusion that if we press forward with faith and act in all diligence, each companionship in the mission can be blessed with one baptism. Therefore, we set the goal as 57 baptisms. Words can't explain the incredible power of the spirit to direct and guide our conversation at MLC this month. We asked ourselves, how are we going accomplish this goal and how can we all be committed? We came to the conclusion that through dedication and prayers of faith, we can do all things. We agreed that at <span class="aBn" data-term="goog_2106903350" style="border-bottom-color: rgb(204, 204, 204); border-bottom-style: dashed; border-bottom-width: 1px; position: relative; top: -2px; z-index: 0;" tabindex="0"><span class="aQJ" style="position: relative; top: 2px; z-index: -1;">7am</span></span>every morning, we as the Washington Yakima Missionaries will kneel in prayer to call down the powers of heaven to bless each and every person by name who currently has a baptismal date. We are incredibly excited. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">When Friday night came, we were committed to inviting everyone to baptism for the month of August, but we hadn't had a single second in our area. Let's pray, we decided. The next morning, we received a text from some other missionaries close by that said they had someone for us to teach. We met with the gentleman the following day and taught The Plan of Salvation. Come to find out, Ray has a desire to be baptized this month and knows the Book of Mormon is the word of God. His exact words were, "So my friend is also Mormon and lives in Oregon, what time is my baptism on <span class="aBn" data-term="goog_2106903351" style="border-bottom-color: rgb(204, 204, 204); border-bottom-style: dashed; border-bottom-width: 1px; position: relative; top: -2px; z-index: 0;" tabindex="0"><span class="aQJ" style="position: relative; top: 2px; z-index: -1;">August 29th</span></span>? I'm just really excited and want him to come." My jaw dropped and my eyes opened wide due to an added measure of excitement. That was miracle number one. The second miracle is that we had the privilege to meet a girl named Anna. Anna has met with missionaries in the past and has a sudden urge to be baptized. She's been listening to Thomas S. Monson, knows Joseph Smith was a Prophet etc. She now has a baptismal date for <span class="aBn" data-term="goog_2106903352" style="border-bottom-color: rgb(204, 204, 204); border-bottom-style: dashed; border-bottom-width: 1px; position: relative; top: -2px; z-index: 0;" tabindex="0"><span class="aQJ" style="position: relative; top: 2px; z-index: -1;">September 12th</span></span>. We can't take any credit for the miracles which our Heavenly Father has blessed us with this past week. Our prayers were answered. I love this gospel and I love my mission.</span></div>
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Tara Faye http://www.blogger.com/profile/15689092750527075463noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6898235205888335364.post-18170943350436647852015-08-17T20:55:00.003-07:002015-08-17T20:55:55.629-07:00With Christ, We Cannot Fail<div style="text-align: right;">
<span style="background-color: white; color: #222222;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">August 3, 2015</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">What a wonderful time of year it is too relax and breathe in the fresh air. Our week here in the beautiful Yakima, Washington was incredible. We've been blessed to meet so many new people and watch the Lord do the work as we merely sit back and are instruments in His hands. I was reflecting this week on the power of missionary work. At one point I asked myself, why is this so exciting, but at times so tiresome? At last I came to the conclusion that this isn't all fun and games because it was never easier for someone much greater than I. I'm not the first one to ask that question because our Savior endured much more difficulties than we can ever imagine. The Savior's righteous example of persevering through the good and the bad has given me a boost when I feel stressed or out of energy.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">Elder Archibald and I are still getting along wonderfully. Every week with a companion, you come to realize more and more how kind hearted and wonderful they are! I love Elder Archibald and I'm grateful for the several memories we have shared with one another.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">This week brings three different training's and a lot of exchanges around the mission. Probably one of my favorite parts about being an Assistant is the ability to go on exchanges with all of the zone leaders across the mission. There is just so much to learn from others and feel of the special spirit they have to provide! </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">This past week we had the sacred privilege of seeing President and Sister Ware at the airport. President Ware gave me advice I will never forget. Sister Ware and I busted out in tears and we were all just an emotional wreck. I told them we would always be great friends and that we have to stay in contact!</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">I hope you all have a wonderful week. I love you very much.</span></div>
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Tara Faye http://www.blogger.com/profile/15689092750527075463noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6898235205888335364.post-8814565644360506502015-08-03T19:00:00.002-07:002015-08-03T19:00:42.542-07:00WOW!<div style="text-align: right;">
<span style="background-color: white; color: #222222;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">July 31, 2015 </span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">What an incredible week. I can hardly keep my eyes open or shout for joy because the transfer week has come to a close. Emotions, craziness, and happiness have all been experienced this week in our companionship. We have absolutely felt blessed from the Lord that everything ran smoothly and all the missionaries are in the right locations. We also got a TI-WI in our car this past week which makes sure we don't go over the speed limit. (It would've been great if we got in one week later). </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">1. Departing Missionaries come to mission home.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">2. We drop off missionaries at airport to go home.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">3. We pick up the new missionaries at a different airport.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">4. A ton of training's with new missionaries.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">5. We have to get rides and all missionaries in their areas safely.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">That's a brief rundown with A LOT of linguistic details in-between.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">In one month, we have 145 Engine Hours on our truck. That's A LOT! </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">We also got exciting news that Elder Packer of the 70 will be coming to our mission this month. WOOOPEEE! We are looking forward to that. Well I have so many other things to tell you, but I have to run. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">I know this church is true. I have a firm testimony that the Lord knows the details of our lives. May we come unto Him with humble hearts. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">I love you and love this gospel.</span></div>
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Tara Faye http://www.blogger.com/profile/15689092750527075463noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6898235205888335364.post-27604121089633193082015-08-03T18:57:00.000-07:002015-08-03T18:57:43.620-07:00We Lighten the Loads of Others Best by Helping the Lord Strengthen Them<div style="text-align: right;">
<span style="font-family: inherit;">July 20, 2015 </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">I am going to have to apologize for the short letter, but I wanted to give you a quick update on our week. The Lord is blessing us immensely and we are feeling his presence in our every day missionary work. We were led to three different investigators this week that now have a baptismal date. It's been amazing to witness these miracles come to pass in our brother's and sister's lives. I love being a missionary, I love representing our Savior, Jesus Christ, and I love giving service.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">"The best kind of service is recognized by God alone." We had the privilege of teaching Gospel principles class this past week and I learned about the principle of service and it's relation to charity. Even the smallest act of service can make the biggest difference in someone else's life. So every day, choose to smile because happiness is a choice. Every day we must be praying for guidance to give selfless service and do it with a positive attitude and pure motives. I love being a missionary.</span></div>
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Tara Faye http://www.blogger.com/profile/15689092750527075463noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6898235205888335364.post-34309587571525192262015-08-03T18:55:00.000-07:002015-08-03T18:55:19.169-07:00Christlike Love<div style="text-align: right;">
<span style="font-family: inherit;">July 13, 2015 </span></div>
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It's been quite a beautiful week here in Washington. The fields are green, the sky is clear, and the sun is shining brightly. I hope your week was wonderful and full of joyful experiences. Summer is a great time to create memories and spend time with loved ones.</div>
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Our week consisted of lots of traveling, exchanges, and organizing things for transfers coming up in a couple of weeks. It's been a really fun process because we have the opportunity to organize how transfers will work for a new mission. We are always running around and doing something different every day which I love. This has been a little change of routine because we never know what's going to happen next. Elder Archibald and I have come very close due to all the time we've spent together in the car and in the office. This upcoming week, we are hoping and praying we will have more time in our area to proselyte. The Yakima 3rd ward is incredible and the members are fired up about missionary work! Last week, the Lord led us to a family of 10. Eight children and the two parents. "I would absolutely love you to come back," they said. This was one of those moments where you as companions look at each other and think to yourself, "the church is so true." Please keep them in your prayers cause they would make rock star members of the church. </div>
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What has the Lord taught me this week through studies and experiences? I've learned that our spirits can be healed when we show Christlike love towards our fellow man. "A candle that lights another candle loses no light itself." Essentially, we are edifying ourselves as we edify those around us. Now, I realized that it's important to understand that we're not showing charity to receive self-recognition. If we do that, pride comes in and we are serving in vain. Having a pure heart, pure motives, and pure desires are a necessity when rendering service. I'm eternally grateful for a loving Savior who continues to provide selfless service and love to us. </div>
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Tara Faye http://www.blogger.com/profile/15689092750527075463noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6898235205888335364.post-6670775574052241622015-07-13T08:31:00.001-07:002015-07-13T08:32:13.115-07:00Let Your Faith Show <div style="-webkit-text-stroke-color: rgb(35, 35, 35); -webkit-text-stroke-width: initial; color: #232323; text-align: right;">
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">I'd like to start off this letter with a joke to liven it up a bit. What do you call a cow walking through a tall field of grass? Answer: Utterly Tickled. What do you call a cow jumping over a barbed wire fence? Answer: Utter Destruction. What do you call a cow without legs? Answer: Ground Beef. What do you call a cow with 3 legs? Answer: Tri-Tip. Well that's enough of the cow jokes, I hope all of you wonderful and beautiful people had a fantastic week! Summer is an excellent time to be with family and do service for others. If you have some free time as you read this, I want you to play your favorite song of all time. When the song starts playing I would as that you close your eyes and dance your heart out while pondering how great life is. I'm not exactly sure what prompted me to ask you to do this, but please just dance.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">This week will go down as one of the greatest and most memorable weeks of my life. I had the wonderful opportunity to meet President and Sister Lewis. It was a unique experience because we got to watch them take their first steps on Yakima, Washington soil. After seeing the smile on his face as he got out of the car you just knew that this new mission needed someone like President Lewis to lead and guide us missionaries under the Lord's direction. We have had the blessing of meeting with him every single day since and coming to the conclusion that he is a great leader. Sister Lewis is a humanitarian! She has spent most of her life either in Africa or providing young girls in Africa with feminine hygiene kits. Sister Lewis is a charitable giant. If I was to use 5 words to describe President and Sister Lewis they would be Loving, Energetic, Fun, Spiritual, and Humble. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">This week I have gained a stronger testimony about the power of humility in this work. Humility is the source of success. When we give all the credit to the Lord and take no credit ourselves for the miracles he performs, the spirit can dwell within us. "Thou shalt thank the Lord thy God in all things," states D&C 59:7. We have this amazing opportunity to lay everything on the altar of sacrifice and give it to the Savior. We will not only recognize our blessings when we exert humility, but the windows of heaven will be opened. I love this gospel and I know it is true. I'm thankful for a loving Savior whose arms are always outstretched towards each one of his children. "Be of good cheer, your future is as bright as your faith," said President Monson.</span></div>
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Tara Faye http://www.blogger.com/profile/15689092750527075463noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6898235205888335364.post-90314602430447578682015-07-13T08:29:00.003-07:002015-07-13T08:30:06.796-07:00True Happiness Comes From Making Others Happy <div style="text-align: right;">
<span style="font-family: inherit;">June 29, 2015 </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">Hoping your week was incredible and full of several memorable experiences. I sure miss all of you!</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">The clock is ticking and President and Sister Lewis get here in two days! I am so excited and eager to meet this wonderful couple. This past week has been quite the experience. We drove about 1500 miles, ran around the mission, and are continuing to prepare for this mission split. I feel extremely blessed to have served as a Washington, Kennewick missionary and will now have the privilege to serve as a Washington Yakima missionary. The mission office is set up, the mission home is beautiful, and our new apartment is jaw dropping. Everything is happening fast and our hairs are sticking up due to anticipation. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">Also, this week I received a wedding invitation to my sisters wedding. Although I won't be there for her and Josh's special occasion, I hope they know of my deep love for them and know that I will be there in spirits. They are the cutest couple:)</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">I would also like to say a quick thank you to my wonderful parents. Throughout the week, I truly pondered and came to the conclusion that your family shapes you. To my mom, my dad, my sister, and all my other relatives, I thank you from the bottom of my heart for the light and guidance that you have provided in my life. Elder L. Tom Perry stated, "It is more important than ever to make our families the center of our lives and the top of our priorities." I couldn't agree more. If you have distanced yourself from your family and/or think your family is unimportant, I would recommend serving your family members every day. Through serving members of your family, you will strengthen relationships and build a sense of unity within your home. Make them happy because I promise they do everything they can to make you happy. If you don't feel that way, serve more. I love my family and I love their example to me.</span></div>
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