Happy Easter

Before the Baptism

After the Baptism

Dear Family!

This has been such an amazing week, full of miracles and tender mercies! Now let me tell you about it.

It all happened Monday night when we went to the church to meet with the Beezers. They didn't have their kids which was a blessing because we were able to then have a nice discussion and quick chapel tour before they came for their baptism. We taught the Laws and Ordinances and you know they are solid when they agree with everything and say this, "We know learning will come in time, some question may never be answered." Following the lesson with them, Elder Rowley our District leader drove up to do their interviews. He walked out after them and said, "They've been ready for a long time." 

We spent a lot of the time this week trying to get in our 20 contacts a day. There was an area in which most of the tracting took place, however no matter where or when we went finding, there was always someone willing to listen. This really boosted our morale throughout the week. A blessing is we have the Metro station next to our home. When we have an extra 20 Minutes before the day is over we can go to street contact.

We contacted this lady who was sitting at the bus stop Friday Night. We walked up after a nice long conversation with a few others. She instantly took out an earphone and started listening. As we got into the lesson she took the other out and was way happy to hear the message that we share. I love it when you give someone a copy of the Book of Mormon and they say, "How much is it?" We just get to tell them the great news that it is free! After you say that they smile and are excited! 

Friday afternoon we had our interviews with President and Sister Johnson. It was hands down the best interview that I've had with them on my mission! Elder Chamberlain and I are working hard and trying to do our best. Sister Johnson opened up my interview saying, "Can you believe you go home in August?" Whoa there! Let's try not to think about that. Trunks talk makes the work harder than it needs to be. We had a great interview though and it was definitely at the top. President Johnson was very thankful for the work that I've put into the area and how great the ward is doing because of it. We invited them to the baptism which was the following day.

Saturday the day of the baptism. Everything seemed to be going pretty well for this service. Then things just started happening all throughout the hour before it started. It kept us on our toes but we got everything done. It's a story you'll have to had about in person because there are so many little things within the day. But the important thing is they were baptized! The ward is sad that we have this amazing family joining the ward because they will be leaving soon. Well happy they joined, sad they are leaving. 

Sunday they were confirmed as members of the church. There really isn't any better day for the confirmation than on Easter Sunday. That and the chapel was packed because it was Easter Sunday. Brother Beezer had already been interview by the bishop so the sustaining of him receiving the Aaronic Priesthood took place right after. Then right after sacrament meeting he was given the priesthood. Talk about a lot in one day for a convert! 

The rest of Sunday we were visiting with people. The ward took care of us making sure we had places to go for Easter. Not only did we have 2 meals that day, but 4 other members we making sure we were set. It's nice to know they have our backs. We did pick a new investigator up also so,that was pretty amazing. Just a referral from SLC headquarters.

I truly hope everyone has had a good Easter! To think that this last weekend were the days when Christ Atoned, Bled and Died for us. It makes me grateful to be out here during this holiday to share the message of the restoration.

Love,

Elder Bentley

Side note: After the Baptism we got to watch after a sick ASL Elder while his companion went out with the Ward Mission Leader to one of their appointments. It amazes me how well he can read lips! Elder Smuin is his name.