This past week was a good one, and a tough one. Wednesday was Mission Counsel and I stayed over night in the office because Thursday I had to go to renew my visa. I was together will all of the members in my group and it was a good time to talk. I got to talk to Elder Knoblauch a lot and he listened and discussed my thoughts and feelings. He is a wonderful friend, I'm excited for you to be able to meet him. Wednesday night I went and worked near the Temple in an area with the Executive Secretary. We found a lot of new people and it was a great experience. An appointment fell through and we decided we were just going to find someone to teach, so we said a prayer to find someone to serve, or find someone who is ready to hear our message. Upon ending the prayer, we opened our eyes and saw a woman walking down the street. We talked to her and she was very opened and accepted to hear our message the next day. Thursday I went to eat lunch with Elder Lew and another Elder at a house near the Temple. I recognized the man as I walked in as a Temple worker. Brother Darci was the 2nd Stake President in São Paulo, and his wife Sister Marlene is a wonderful artist. They told stories about buying the grounds for 5 Temples to be constructed. I was very amazed as Elder Lew was giving a scripture message after lunch. He thanked them for all of their service and I saw something different in their eyes and quiet nods of thanks that they had some confirmation of their faithfulness beyond that man can give. The Spirit in their home was such that I lowered my voice when I walked in after I said, "I recognize you!" It was a sweet experience.
Well those are some thoughts from this week. Friday, my companion is having an endoscopia, so I will just be studying that entire day. I will be fasting as well so if you could remember to pray for me so I can find answers to my questions, I would love it. I love you with all my heart.
Love, Elder Calvert
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