Week 91: Complete Shock

This week was not like any ordinary one. First of all, I turned 21 years old a couple of days ago and I still can't believe it! I'm grateful for the person I have become over the last 21 years of my life. Also I want to thank all of you that wished me a happy birthday, posted on my timeline, wrote me personally, or sent me a package. I am so grateful to have such great friends and a wonderful family. So thank you! On my birthday the Senior couples made a big Mexican meal and my district got me an ice cream cake! I'm so lucky!!

However, the day after my birthday was a day that I will never forget.  Wednesday Afternoon we get a phone call that says all of the missionaries that have 2 transfers left will be going home this week, possibly the very next day. At first, I didn't know if that included me or not and I was just in complete shock. But, i came to learn that it was for all missionaries that had a release date before May 31st (or 90 days from that Wednesday). Also, the senior missionaries would be going home this past week as well. I still couldn't believe all of my close friends would just be going home out of nowhere. 

I had the opportunity to drive a couple of these missionaries to the airport, and all of the senior missionaries. I'm grateful for them and their service. 

Overall this week has consisted of making phone calls, answering phone calls, driving missionaries to the airport and teaching members and investigators on the phone. 

Also, we worked on our member board this week.

Last thing is that Brother Arm and Brother Arthur were both confirmed as members of the church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints this past Sunday at church. It was wonderful and they were just full of smiles!!

(Church here was a little bit different this last week as well. The Bishop had all the members sit every other row so that those who passed the sacrament wouldn't ever give up their tray. This is due to the Corona Virus and the fact that everyone is terrified of getting this virus. Additionally we all had to wash our hands multiple times and wear masks during church haha!)

Love you all so much. have the best week!

Love, 

Elder Lowe

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The Ward Member Board - complete with photos

Senior Couples going home

Treat for Robert