Coming up to 2019!

So this week was so much fun for the people of Krefeld. Let me tell you.

We had three appointments of Christmas invitations and that was the best. I have never been so full in my life. Like legit Elder Forsey made German pancakes for breakfast and it was a lot of food, lot more than we thought. And than we had an appointment and I just ate so much more and let's just say I had the feeling of when you eat too much you can't breath... So I was like hyperventilating at the table but that's okay! It was amazing. 

Work is going well. The family came to church again. They loved it and they are amazing. Will just say that. 

And transfer calls are this Saturday, so that's always new and exciting. I remember saarbrücken last year for Christmas and that definitely has some sweet memories. Sad to see this is my last Christmas here, and it's so awesome! Gonna miss the Christmas markets and such.

I guess it's more of a letter though to say how grateful I am for the Savior. He really shows the example of happiness. People all around search for what makes them happy, but I truly believe if someone wants to be happy, that is only made possible by trying to live God's plan, and that is living the commandments. They were never meant to be a barrier for us to experiencing more joy in other things, but is truly a way to stay happy and safe. Jesus christ is the gift for when we aren't perfect and is the example on how to strive for something better than we already are. He heals depression, doubt, concern, death, and all things that are hard. It sounds too good to be true but it isnt because I am proud enough to say that I am an after effect of Jesus christ and his atonement. I feel free and happy even during the hardest trials. It's always nice to know I've never been alone in a work such as this. Now it's time to go out with a bang so I've gotta make some new "new year missionary resolutions" haha. It's gonna be a blast for these next three months....

So yea that is the message of this email. Simply love the life you have and can only say to all those that read this.... True happiness comes from those who follow the Saviour Jesus christ. I only know it to be true because I tried it out for myself and have a testimony that it works. And it will always work because God wants it to work for you. It's always great to know that God of all people is cheering for you and your success. So hang out with the missionaries someday and 10/10 you will leave happier than you were.

I love you guys. 

Elder Monroe

So me and Elder Forsey were contacting two months ago and we came across a family in the Fuß. (Outside mall) and came across a family. Contacted them and got to know them. They were really friendly but they said they would not give out their info but would take a card and perhaps one day come to church....

Got my hopes down a little cause no number but gave them a card anyways inviting them to church. Continued on the road and started contacting as normal. 

Two months later as I was sitting in the chapel about to pass the sacrament a member came up to me and said we had an investigator here, but we were already expecting a Chinese member to have English translation. Ran over to get the guy and saw him as expected... But behind him was the family we contacted, and they are so awesome! They just went up to us and said

Hey I remember you guys! 

How cool is that! And the kids were the best part. The youngest boy Finn who is 8,9 and Justin who is 12 (legendary name BTWs) and the eldest of course and super spiritual daughter called Cindy. The mother is called Helen but am just gonna say it's a miracle she has kids. The kids in the Ward instantly became friends with the other kids and now the kids wanna come every week! The member kids did some of the best befriending I have ever seen! The kids demanded the mom they come again so we are very excited about them, and the best part was the youngest went around everywhere and introduced himself to all the members and the members just had a blast. The ward already loves them.

Anyways been finding more and more people and looking for the special prepared ones like that family.

Setting up for the Christmas time has always been a blast and been going by lots of members giving the special Christmas message. Love this time of year. Crazy to think that in less than two weeks it's Christmas so... That's a scary thought. 

And pday today is Wednesday in case yall are wondering... Tomorrow is zone conference. 

Anyways here's been a pump up week for me and wish yall the best. 

I love yall

Elder Monroe

(Sadly didn't take pics again. So I thought I would pump yall up with an amazing picture of myself. Haha your welcome) 

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