Week 34

Sorry about last week's email. There aren't any computers in Parika. So we have to go an hour and a half to Georgetown to use those ones. And the other Elder's needed to use them as well.

Parika! Brand new area. Last transfer it opened after 10 years of no missionaries. The last missionary (last transfer) here did a good job. We are working hard on the area book and have been making a big map so we don't miss anybody when we go out trying to meet everyone! It's really exciting. The other part is that there isn't a Branch in Parika. So we are tasked with finding members and setting one up. So far we have found a President and other faithful members. Now all we need to do is get chairs, Hymn books, and other supplies for the church. (which will be held out back of a member's home!) Then we need to get the Branch President sustained by the members in La Grange Branch (an hour and a half away!) Then we can help tons of people to get baptized! God has really prepared this place and it is exciting to see everyone so prepared. It's fun to be a part of such a great work!

Elder Nuttall! Nutter Butter is one of the coolest missionaries in the whole world! He is super knowledgeable of the scriptures. Elder Nuttall is from San Luis Obispo. His favorite colors are red/brown/orange.

Spiritual experience. This week we were out contacting in a place we named Nuketown USA. And we met this really awesome family that was using the bible to help us teach the message of the Restoration. "God loves everyone, right? He loved the people when Moses was around. Do you think he loves us the same?" "Yes! God is the same yesterday, today and forever!" It was so cool! I love this awesome work! I love you guys too! Have a great week!

People do celebrate Valentine's Day here by taking off all of their clothes and "dancing." Gross.

Love,
Elder Andrus