Dear Shanell,

I talked with President Wells the other day and he wants me to become a trainer. I am so excited and know that by being obedient to all the mission rules, I can be a good example to him.

I am reading "Jesus the Christ" and "A Marvelous Work and a Wonder" as well as the "Articles of Faith". My favorite is "Jesus the Christ". I love reading it! I just finished reading about Jesus Christ's crucifixion as told by Mark. It brings tears to my eyes when I read of the suffering He did for us. He is a great older brother and I wish I could repay Him for what He did! I also read my patriarchal blessing today. It gives me the neatest feeling inside. There is an elder here that asked me if my blessing would mean more to me if Christ himself had given it to me. I told him it would make a difference and that it means just as much done by a servant of the Lord. He could not accept that. I don't know why not. Our Heavenly Father calls the people in the church. I know it.

Have a nice week!

Love,
Elder Wallentine