paki text gud si manang sis..kunin mo yung email add ni kuya blaire..malayo kasi ang post office dito eh..malabo kaming maka sulat sa kanila sa mindanao...magpapadala ako ng sulat jan sa lbc...paki antay na lang..salamat.
nga pala sis..nag mtc devotional kami before kami lumabas ng mtc kasama si e.valdez..kilala niya apelyedo mo..ako kaya una niyang tinawag nung nagtatalk na siya..familiar kasi daw sa kanya ang name ko...nakaka tuwa siya at ang galing niya magturo..book of mormon lang dala dala niya..ganda ng spirit nya..gusto ko sana siyang maka usap kaso nagmamadali sya kasi medjo gabi na..ka ward siya ng ka batch ko..companion sila sa home teaching..magaling daw talaga si e.valdez..mabait nga talaga siya..AZZZZTIIIIGGG!
grabe..binuking talaga ako ni sister asud jan?yup pinakanta ako ni sis.kennerly eh..no choice! hehehe..yup sis..ang ganda ng spirit ni e.valdez..nagmamadali kasi sya kaya di ko naka usap..yup obedience is the key..unti unti ko nang naaapreciate ang mga blessings ng pagiging obedient..magaling ang mga companions ko po..sis.concepcion keeps to remind me about being obedient..parang ikaw din sya eh..she loved to gave me letter whenever i feel sad and homesick..kaya blessed talaga ako for having two companions..packaged?pwedeng cash na lang..hehehe..kidding..dont worry about package sis..ipunin mo pera mo tapos punta ka ng temple..attend temple as often as you could..indi kami nagkita ni mom ni araojo..si mesina lang..konti lang ang progressing namin ngayon..magtatract nga kami disweek..we have 13 souls with baptismal dates dis time..isama mo sa mga prayers mo na matulungan namin sila at madala sa pagsisisi at pagbibinyag..sila ang focus namin ngayon..tell e.salvador na taga dito si e.ramel..trainer ata nya..ingat kayo..mahal ko po kayo..my pina lbc akong mga letters at card para ky nanay..baka bukas anjan na yun..keep safe sis..mahal kita thanks for being their fpr me..
On Sun, Aug 15, 2010 at 11:29 PM,
pakisabi kay nanay na kung magpadala siya ng pera sa mission office na ata dinadaan ngayon..indi ko pa alam eh kung papaano ang proseso..tatanong ko nalang ky e.paco..strict na kasi ang mga rules ngayon dito sa mission..sana magpadala siya kasi nauubusan na ako ng pera..hehehehe..pakisabi na lang sa kanya..sige po at kami ay hahayo na..ingat po kayo jan.
---------- Forwarded message ----------by sister Baladjay to family---from President Carlos
From: Philippines Cauayan Mission <2010038@ldschurch.org>
Date: Sun, Aug 15, 2010 at 3:50 PM
Subject: President's Letter - Aug 16
To: Philippines Cauayan Mission <2010038@ldschurch.org>
Elder Russell M. Nelson of the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles, said:
“I would like to add my testimony of the divinity of this book. I have read it many times. I have also read much that has been written about it. Some authors have focused upon its stories, its people, or its vignettes of history. Others have been intrigued by its language structure or its records of weapons, geography, animal life, techniques of building, or systems of weights and measures.
Interesting as these matters may be, study of the Book of Mormon is most rewarding when one focuses on its primary purpose—to testify of Jesus Christ. By comparison, all other issues are incidental. When you read the Book of Mormon, concentrate on the principal figure in the book—from its first chapter to the last—the Lord Jesus Christ, Son of the Living God. And look for a second undergirding theme: God will keep His covenants with the remnants of the house of Israel.
The Book of Mormon is a crucial component of that covenant. It is holy scripture that encompasses sacred writings from the small and large plates of Nephi, the plates of Mormon, the plates of Ether, and the plates of brass, which contained “the five books of Moses, … a record of the Jews, … and … prophecies of the holy prophets.”
When Mormon abridged these records, he noted that he could not write a “hundredth part” of their proceedings. Thus, historical aspects of the book assume secondary significance.
The Holy Bible has 66 individual books; the Book of Mormon contains 15. Its first book of Nephi—written some six centuries before the birth of Jesus—records that the prophet Lehi received a vision of the tree of life. His son Nephi prayed to know its meaning. In answer, he was given a remarkable vision. He beheld a virgin bearing a Child in her arms. He envisioned the Redeemer of the world, His earthly ministry, and His Crucifixion. He saw 12 others who would follow the Holy One. And he foresaw the ongoing opposition to the work of God and of His Apostles.
Other great prophets of the Book of Mormon—in their own way and time—testified of the divinity of the Lord Jesus Christ. Among them were the brother of Jared, Zenock, Neum, and Zenos. Testimonies of Jesus Christ that predated His birth in Bethlehem were also recorded from King Benjamin, Abinadi, Alma the Elder, Alma the Younger, Amulek, the sons of Mosiah, Captain Moroni, the brothers Nephi and Lehi, and Samuel the Lamanite. In a seemingly endless sequence of prophetic proclamations—testimonies of “all the holy prophets” for “a great many thousand years before his coming” —the Book of Mormon makes the solemn declaration that Jesus is the Christ, our Savior and Redeemer.” (A Testimony of the Book of Mormon, Ensign, Nov. 1999, 70).
Elders and Sisters – Strengthen your knowledge and testimony of the Book of Mormon! This will increase your power and authority as you invite others to come unto Christ.
The Prophet Joseph Smith taught that we should: “search the Scriptures—search the revelations which we publish, and ask your Heavenly Father, in the name of His Son Jesus Christ, to manifest the truth unto you, and if you do it with an eye single to His glory, nothing doubting, He will answer you by the power of His Holy Spirit. You will then know for yourselves and not for another. You will not then be dependent on man for the knowledge of God.” [HC 1:282].
The Book of Mormon, combined with the Spirit, is your most powerful resource in conversion. Use it as your main source for teaching the restored gospel. Memorize key scriptures; carefully study the lessons in PMG Chapter 3, and regularly review, with new eyes, Chapter 5. As we diligently do these things, we have the privilege of praying for miracles for our investigators, our leaders, our members and our areas.
As usual, if there is anything I can do to assist you in this wonderful work of inviting others to come unto Christ, please let me know.
From: Philippines Cauayan Mission <2010038@ldschurch.org>
Date: Sun, Aug 15, 2010 at 3:50 PM
Subject: President's Letter - Aug 16
To: Philippines Cauayan Mission <2010038@ldschurch.org>
August 16, 2010
Dear Fellow Missionaries,
Can you testify of the convincing and converting power of the Book of Mormon? Have the words of God - in pure doctrine - gone down deep into your heart by the power of the Holy Ghost?
The Book of Mormon is powerful evidence of the divinity of Christ. It is also proof of the Restoration through the Prophet Joseph Smith. An essential part of conversion is receiving a witness from the Holy Ghost that the Book of Mormon is true. As a missionary you must first have a personal testimony that the Book of Mormon is true. This testimony can lead to a deep and abiding faith in the power of the Book of Mormon during the conversion process.
All investigators must have a personal conversion experience prior to baptism. They must feel something deep down in their heart that conveys the truth of our message: that the gospel of Jesus Christ has been restored! This experience is usually the result of (1) learning about the Restoration and the Book of Mormon, (2) studying the Book of Mormon and (3) praying to God to know if it is true.
Have confidence that the Holy Ghost will testify to anyone who reads and ponders the Book of Mormon and asks God if it is true with a sincere heart, real intent, and faith in Christ. This witness of the Holy Ghost should be a central focus of your teaching.
Elder David A. Bednar of the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles taught the following: (please read, mark and study each of the scripture references):
“The Book of Mormon contains the fulness of the Savior’s gospel and is the only book the Lord Himself has testified to be true (see D&C 17:6). Indeed, the Book of Mormon is the keystone of our religion.
The convincing and converting powers of the Book of Mormon come from both a central focus upon the Lord Jesus Christ and the inspired plainness and clarity of its teachings. Nephi declared, “My soul delighteth in plainness unto my people, that they may learn” (2 Nephi 25:4). The root word “plain” in this verse does not refer to things that are ordinary or simple; rather, it denotes instruction that is clear and easily understood.
The Book of Mormon is the most correct of any book on earth because it centers upon the Truth (see John 14:6; 1 Nephi 13:40), even Jesus Christ, and restores the plain and precious things that have been taken away from the true gospel (see 1 Nephi 13:26, 28–29, 32, 34–35, 40). The unique combination of these two factors—a focus on the Savior and the plainness of the teachings—powerfully invites the confirming witness of the third member of the Godhead, even the Holy Ghost. Consequently, the Book of Mormon speaks to the spirit and to the heart of the reader like no other volume of scripture.
The Prophet Joseph Smith taught that abiding by the precepts found in the Book of Mormon would help us “get nearer to God” than any other book (Teachings of Presidents of the Church: Joseph Smith [2007], 64). Regular reading of and talking about the Book of Mormon invites the power to resist temptation and to produce feelings of love within our [companionships, districts and zones]. And discussions about the doctrines and principles in the Book of Mormon provide opportunities for [missionaries] to observe their [investigators and recent converts], to listen to them, to learn from them, and to teach them.”
Can you testify of the convincing and converting power of the Book of Mormon? Have the words of God - in pure doctrine - gone down deep into your heart by the power of the Holy Ghost?
The Book of Mormon is powerful evidence of the divinity of Christ. It is also proof of the Restoration through the Prophet Joseph Smith. An essential part of conversion is receiving a witness from the Holy Ghost that the Book of Mormon is true. As a missionary you must first have a personal testimony that the Book of Mormon is true. This testimony can lead to a deep and abiding faith in the power of the Book of Mormon during the conversion process.
All investigators must have a personal conversion experience prior to baptism. They must feel something deep down in their heart that conveys the truth of our message: that the gospel of Jesus Christ has been restored! This experience is usually the result of (1) learning about the Restoration and the Book of Mormon, (2) studying the Book of Mormon and (3) praying to God to know if it is true.
Have confidence that the Holy Ghost will testify to anyone who reads and ponders the Book of Mormon and asks God if it is true with a sincere heart, real intent, and faith in Christ. This witness of the Holy Ghost should be a central focus of your teaching.
Elder David A. Bednar of the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles taught the following: (please read, mark and study each of the scripture references):
“The Book of Mormon contains the fulness of the Savior’s gospel and is the only book the Lord Himself has testified to be true (see D&C 17:6). Indeed, the Book of Mormon is the keystone of our religion.
The convincing and converting powers of the Book of Mormon come from both a central focus upon the Lord Jesus Christ and the inspired plainness and clarity of its teachings. Nephi declared, “My soul delighteth in plainness unto my people, that they may learn” (2 Nephi 25:4). The root word “plain” in this verse does not refer to things that are ordinary or simple; rather, it denotes instruction that is clear and easily understood.
The Book of Mormon is the most correct of any book on earth because it centers upon the Truth (see John 14:6; 1 Nephi 13:40), even Jesus Christ, and restores the plain and precious things that have been taken away from the true gospel (see 1 Nephi 13:26, 28–29, 32, 34–35, 40). The unique combination of these two factors—a focus on the Savior and the plainness of the teachings—powerfully invites the confirming witness of the third member of the Godhead, even the Holy Ghost. Consequently, the Book of Mormon speaks to the spirit and to the heart of the reader like no other volume of scripture.
The Prophet Joseph Smith taught that abiding by the precepts found in the Book of Mormon would help us “get nearer to God” than any other book (Teachings of Presidents of the Church: Joseph Smith [2007], 64). Regular reading of and talking about the Book of Mormon invites the power to resist temptation and to produce feelings of love within our [companionships, districts and zones]. And discussions about the doctrines and principles in the Book of Mormon provide opportunities for [missionaries] to observe their [investigators and recent converts], to listen to them, to learn from them, and to teach them.”
Elder Russell M. Nelson of the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles, said:
“I would like to add my testimony of the divinity of this book. I have read it many times. I have also read much that has been written about it. Some authors have focused upon its stories, its people, or its vignettes of history. Others have been intrigued by its language structure or its records of weapons, geography, animal life, techniques of building, or systems of weights and measures.
Interesting as these matters may be, study of the Book of Mormon is most rewarding when one focuses on its primary purpose—to testify of Jesus Christ. By comparison, all other issues are incidental. When you read the Book of Mormon, concentrate on the principal figure in the book—from its first chapter to the last—the Lord Jesus Christ, Son of the Living God. And look for a second undergirding theme: God will keep His covenants with the remnants of the house of Israel.
The Book of Mormon is a crucial component of that covenant. It is holy scripture that encompasses sacred writings from the small and large plates of Nephi, the plates of Mormon, the plates of Ether, and the plates of brass, which contained “the five books of Moses, … a record of the Jews, … and … prophecies of the holy prophets.”
When Mormon abridged these records, he noted that he could not write a “hundredth part” of their proceedings. Thus, historical aspects of the book assume secondary significance.
The Holy Bible has 66 individual books; the Book of Mormon contains 15. Its first book of Nephi—written some six centuries before the birth of Jesus—records that the prophet Lehi received a vision of the tree of life. His son Nephi prayed to know its meaning. In answer, he was given a remarkable vision. He beheld a virgin bearing a Child in her arms. He envisioned the Redeemer of the world, His earthly ministry, and His Crucifixion. He saw 12 others who would follow the Holy One. And he foresaw the ongoing opposition to the work of God and of His Apostles.
Other great prophets of the Book of Mormon—in their own way and time—testified of the divinity of the Lord Jesus Christ. Among them were the brother of Jared, Zenock, Neum, and Zenos. Testimonies of Jesus Christ that predated His birth in Bethlehem were also recorded from King Benjamin, Abinadi, Alma the Elder, Alma the Younger, Amulek, the sons of Mosiah, Captain Moroni, the brothers Nephi and Lehi, and Samuel the Lamanite. In a seemingly endless sequence of prophetic proclamations—testimonies of “all the holy prophets” for “a great many thousand years before his coming” —the Book of Mormon makes the solemn declaration that Jesus is the Christ, our Savior and Redeemer.” (A Testimony of the Book of Mormon, Ensign, Nov. 1999, 70).
Elders and Sisters – Strengthen your knowledge and testimony of the Book of Mormon! This will increase your power and authority as you invite others to come unto Christ.
The Prophet Joseph Smith taught that we should: “search the Scriptures—search the revelations which we publish, and ask your Heavenly Father, in the name of His Son Jesus Christ, to manifest the truth unto you, and if you do it with an eye single to His glory, nothing doubting, He will answer you by the power of His Holy Spirit. You will then know for yourselves and not for another. You will not then be dependent on man for the knowledge of God.” [HC 1:282].
The Book of Mormon, combined with the Spirit, is your most powerful resource in conversion. Use it as your main source for teaching the restored gospel. Memorize key scriptures; carefully study the lessons in PMG Chapter 3, and regularly review, with new eyes, Chapter 5. As we diligently do these things, we have the privilege of praying for miracles for our investigators, our leaders, our members and our areas.
Thank you for your weekly letters. They are a source of strength to me. My testimony grows as I read of your diligence, and your successes. It is heartwarming to hear of the “change in heart” that is happening in so many of you as you strive to be more obedient and follow the Savior with more exactness, and increased devotion. The “miracles” you share that result from your daily exercise of the principles of “Divine Companionship” is gratifying. It was wonderful for Sister Carlos and me to see you as we visited your Zone Meetings this past week. We love you. We continually pray for you. We are so blessed to serve with such outstanding group of missionaries.
In a couple of weeks, we will be holding Zone Conferences with Elder Keith R. Edwards of the Seventy, and Area President for the Philippines Area. It will be a blessing for us to be instructed by him. Please see the attached agenda, paying close attention to the segment of the conference when Elder Edwards will invite 3 of you to share your thoughts on selected topics. Each of you need to be prepared to share your thoughts on any of these 3 topics, in case Elder Edwards is prompted by the spirit to call on you. More important, even if you are not called to speak, your advanced preparation will help you as a missionary. I suggest that as a companionship, you study these topics together and share your feelings and thoughts. It will greatly add to the spirit of the Zone Conference.
As usual, if there is anything I can do to assist you in this wonderful work of inviting others to come unto Christ, please let me know.
President Rudy A. Carlos
Health Tip
It’s Dengue Fever Season
We want every missionary to understand the signs of Dengue Fever so that you can avoid being bitten and know what do, without fear, if you have the symptoms. If you or your companion experiences any of these symptoms please notify Sister Carlos and follow the instructions below.
Causes
Dengue Fever is caused by day-time biting mosquitoes. The most frequent tie is early morning and late afternoon, especially at dusk. It is common around stagnant pools of water. The most common type of Dengue is no more serious than a common viral infection. 92% of Dengue cases belong to this class. With either type of Dengue missionaries do not need to be hospitalized but much watch for dehydration and with the less common type-- possible bleeding. Both types can cause extreme fatigue and weakness.
Prevention
Avoid walking near standing water. Don’t use windows without screens. (If you don’t have screens please remind your landlords that they must get screens for the windows in your apartment.)
You can spray your clothes with permethrin (it will last 5 washings on your clothes). Simply lay out your clothes on a surface and spray with permethrin. Don’t wear them until they are dry.
You can purchase bug spray at most stores that can be sprayed on your exposed skin.
Symptoms
After being bitten by a mosquito carrying the virus, the incubation period ranges from three to 15 (usually five to eight) days before the signs and symptoms of dengue appear. Dengue starts with chills, headache, pain upon moving the eyes, and low backache. Painful aching in the legs and joints occurs during the first hours of illness. The temperature rises quickly as high as 104° F (40° C), with relative low heart rate. The eyes become reddened. A flushing or pale pink rash comes over the face and then disappears. The glands (lymph nodes) in the neck and groin are often swollen.
Fever and other signs of dengue last for two to four days, followed by rapid drop in temperature with profuse sweating. This precedes a period with normal temperature and a sense of well-being that lasts about a day. A second rapid rise in temperature follows. A characteristic rash appears along with the fever and spreads from the extremities to cover the entire body except the face. The palms and soles may be bright red and swollen.
Treatment
· Call Sister Carlos if you have these symptoms.
· Drink lots of filtered water.
· Rest
· Control the temperature and aches with either Tylenol or Ibuprofen
---------- Forwarded message ----------
From: Philippines Cauayan Mission <2010038@ldschurch.org>
Date: Sun, Aug 1, 2010 at 4:59 PM
Subject: President's Letter
To: Philippines Cauayan Mission <2010038@ldschurch.org>
I observed a heartfelt love expressed by a companion and Zone Leaders as one of our missionaries lost a loved one. I witnessed them “mourn with those who mourn.” I know of several other companionships who grew in love and faith, together, this past week. What a wonderful thing to see!
Joseph Smith taught: “A man filled with the love of God is not content with blessing his family alone, but ranges through the whole world, anxious to bless the whole human race.”
“The Savior seems to say to us: "Come unto me, and I will give you such assurance and hope and strength that you cannot be taken hostage by anyone who seems to do you harm. I will liberate you into love. And then you will no longer give anyone reason to resent or fear you. Instead, they will respond to the love that I have bestowed upon you. By abiding in me, you will do much good, bear much fruit."
As a missionary, you are far away from the comforts of home. But you can find a new home in the arms of God as you come unto Christ in your life! You can feel of His love for you. You can gain literal strength and power through this love, as did missionaries of long ago: “blessed be the name of my God, who has been mindful of us, wanderers in a strange land,” (Alma 26:36).
From: Philippines Cauayan Mission <2010038@ldschurch.org>
Date: Sun, Aug 1, 2010 at 4:59 PM
Subject: President's Letter
To: Philippines Cauayan Mission <2010038@ldschurch.org>
August 2, 2010
Dear Fellow Missionaries:
This past week, I found myself humming the popular Primary Hymn: “I Feel My Savior’s Love”
I feel my Savior’s love, in all the world around me; His spirit warms my soul, through everything I see;
He knows I will follow Him; give all my life to Him; I feel my Savior’s love---the love He freely gives me”
The 4th verse, which we don’t always sing, made particular impression on me this week:
“I’ll share my Savior’s love, by serving others freely; In serving others I am blessed, in giving I receive”
The scriptures teach that God is love: “He that loveth not knoweth not God; for God is love,” (1 John 4:8). “And we have known and believed the love that God hath to us. God is love; and he that dwelleth in love dwelleth in God, and God in him,” (1 John 4:16).
If God is love, then love is an enabling power available to all of God’s children. It is a force for good. In fact, it is the force and source of the greatest good.
When we are filled with the love of God, everything changes. We see life differently. We respond to challenges in a new way. Our outlook on life changes. We change our minds about life! We see life in a different perspective! We see our companions in a different light. We see the goodness in them, instead of the weaknesses. We see our investigators as Heavenly Father sees them—their potential to become “perfect as He is.” We see our surroundings as beautiful and wonderful.
If God is love, then love is an enabling power available to all of God’s children. It is a force for good. In fact, it is the force and source of the greatest good.
When we are filled with the love of God, everything changes. We see life differently. We respond to challenges in a new way. Our outlook on life changes. We change our minds about life! We see life in a different perspective! We see our companions in a different light. We see the goodness in them, instead of the weaknesses. We see our investigators as Heavenly Father sees them—their potential to become “perfect as He is.” We see our surroundings as beautiful and wonderful.
This past week, I have seen, felt, observed, several demonstrations of love in the Philippines Cauayan Mission. In many of your letters to me, you expressed your love for your companion, your love for your investigators. Following a challenge from me to “love and find good things about your companion instead of finding faults”, one missionary wrote: “Today, I did my companion’s laundry. I will continue to serve my companion.” Another said:” My feelings for my new companion has changed. Once I started looking for the positive things, my companion grew in stature and I started to feel nothing but love”. From yet another missionary: “I so admire my companion’s dedication to be obedient and to work hard. During the transfer, I was not sure how we would get along. Now, I want to thank you, President, for putting us together. I love my companion!”
I observed a heartfelt love expressed by a companion and Zone Leaders as one of our missionaries lost a loved one. I witnessed them “mourn with those who mourn.” I know of several other companionships who grew in love and faith, together, this past week. What a wonderful thing to see!
From one of my favorite hymns:”As I have loved you, love one another; this new commandment, love one another; by this shall men know, you are my disciples; If ye have loved one to another” (Hymn #308)
Dear Elders and Sisters, it is in your companionship that we can learn and develop most—this principle of Love. The love that is pure and Christlike. If you learn it now, you will be a much better husband, father, wife, and mother in the future. To truly “love” your companion, you may have to learn about patience, and humility, and forgiveness. To look for positive and good things your companion does—instead of looking for the wrong things they do. It will be so easy to find faults. There are many to go around. There are limitless times during the day when you can find faults with your companion. But if you look for the goodness in them, YOU WILL FIND IT! And when you do, your love for your companion will increase, your capacity to love others will grow, and you will have the spirit with you, and when you teach, you will teach “with power”. You will be a fearless companionship. You will learn to trust and depend on each other. Nothing will stop you in your missionary service. You will feel less tired, there will be less health issues, you will “forget about yourself”; you will “lose yourself in the service of others.” And then, the miracles will come. Investigators will feel the love of the Savior. The Holy Ghost will testify to them the truthfulness of the message of the restoration.
Joseph Smith taught: “A man filled with the love of God is not content with blessing his family alone, but ranges through the whole world, anxious to bless the whole human race.”
“The Savior seems to say to us: "Come unto me, and I will give you such assurance and hope and strength that you cannot be taken hostage by anyone who seems to do you harm. I will liberate you into love. And then you will no longer give anyone reason to resent or fear you. Instead, they will respond to the love that I have bestowed upon you. By abiding in me, you will do much good, bear much fruit."
As a missionary, you are far away from the comforts of home. But you can find a new home in the arms of God as you come unto Christ in your life! You can feel of His love for you. You can gain literal strength and power through this love, as did missionaries of long ago: “blessed be the name of my God, who has been mindful of us, wanderers in a strange land,” (Alma 26:36).
I know some days are long. I know the discouragements that sometimes sets in. I know of the challenges that accompanies living with someone not of your choosing. I know of the differences in cultures, backgrounds, how people are raised, etc. But I know that the Lord is always with us. Please read again, Chapter 5 of Jacob. It reminds us that the Savior labors with us. He is always with us.
This week, I ask that you seek even more earnestly, a more perfect way to be a companion. To find as many good things about your companion as you can. To be more forgiving of their imperfections and inadequacies. To be less judgmental, and be more supportive and loving. If your companion is not being as obedient as you , do not reprimand. Instead, suggest ways to be more compliant with the Lord’s commandments. Encourage and remind your companion of the promised blessings to those who are faithful and true. If you are not working as hard as your companion, pick up the pace! Pray together, even more sincerely. Serve each other. Be kind to one another. Be humble enough to ask forgiveness from your own deficiencies.
This week, I ask that you seek even more earnestly, a more perfect way to be a companion. To find as many good things about your companion as you can. To be more forgiving of their imperfections and inadequacies. To be less judgmental, and be more supportive and loving. If your companion is not being as obedient as you , do not reprimand. Instead, suggest ways to be more compliant with the Lord’s commandments. Encourage and remind your companion of the promised blessings to those who are faithful and true. If you are not working as hard as your companion, pick up the pace! Pray together, even more sincerely. Serve each other. Be kind to one another. Be humble enough to ask forgiveness from your own deficiencies.
I express to you my deep and abiding love. I want you to be happy in your service. I want you to find success and fulfillment. Sister Carlos shares this feeling of personal love and appreciation for each and every one of you.
President Rudy Carlos
Health Tip
The Proper Way to Wash Dishes
We’re finding that many missionaries don’t know the proper way to wash dishes. LBM can be caused by dishes that haven’t been sanitized properly or those that still have soap residue left on them. Follow these steps for healthy, sparkling dishes.
1. Collect all the dirty glassware, silverware, dishes, and pots and pans onto the counter on one side of the sink. Clear off all pieces of food and throw it in the garbage. Don’t forget to remove all garbage from your apartment at the end of the day.
2. Run hot water into the dirty pots and pans. (You can get hot water by heating water on your stove top. Make sure to make it hot but not too hot to burn your skin.) Add dishwashing liquid and set aside. You'll wash these last. Put cooking utensils into the pans so they can soak.
3. Put hot water (again heat water on your stove top) into any sticky serving pieces, and run water over dishes with food on them. All things should be out of the sink by now.
4. Wipe the greasy dirt out of the sink and fill with hot, soapy water.
5. Clear off a space on the counter on the other side of the sink. This is where you'll place the cleaned dishes after they've been washed and rinsed. Lay out a dry towel to absorb the dripping dishes. Use a dish rack if you like.
6. Wash glasses first and then silverware. (These are the two items that actually go into your mouth and so you want to wash them first, when the water is hottest and cleanest.) Wash these pieces in the very clean water, rinse using filtered water, set them to dry on the towels on in a disk rack. (NOTE: It’s cleaner to let them air dry instead of using a towel to dry.)
7. Place all the silver flatware into the water and wash each piece. Rinse using filtered water. Place the stack of small dishes like bread and butter plates in the water. Wash, rinse with filtered, and place on the towel or rack to drip dry.
8. Next, wash the dirtiest dinner plates. Rinse with filtered water and set aside to drip dry.
9. Once all the dishes, glassware, and flatware is washed, and rinsed, wash the utensils in the water of the pots and pans. Next, choose the "cleanest" pans, moving to the dirtiest and greasiest ones. If the water gets too dirty or cools off too much for washing, change the water and soap to get these pieces clean. Rinse using filtered water.
10. Take a look around the kitchen, on the table or serving furniture, to make sure you haven't forgotten anything. Drain the sink of the dirty wash water.
11. Wipe off the counter, cooktop, table, and stove. If needed, use ajax to get hard, sticky, cooked-on food off the surfaces, rinse. Wipe down with a dry towel.
12. Carefully clean out the sink, with soap. Dry off the sink and faucets.
13. Collect all the used dish towels and wash rags for cleaning.
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From: Philippines Cauayan Mission <2010038@ldschurch.org>
Date: Sun, Aug 22, 2010 at 4:35 PM
Subject: President's Letter - Aug 23
To: Philippines Cauayan Mission <2010038@ldschurch.org>
From: Philippines Cauayan Mission <2010038@ldschurch.org>
Date: Sun, Aug 22, 2010 at 4:35 PM
Subject: President's Letter - Aug 23
To: Philippines Cauayan Mission <2010038@ldschurch.org>
August 23, 2010
Dear Fellow Missionaries:
What a wonderful week it was for our mission! I am happy to report that this week, we have very, very few health issues. I had no personal calls regarding any problems with companionships. Whatever little issues came up, the Zone Leaders handled them. Thank you. This tells me that the things we have been talking about (obedience, divine companionship, no regrets, focus on your purpose), are taking hold.
The highlight of the week is definitely the 43 baptisms we had in the Tuguegarao Stake. It was a sight to behold. It was inspiring to see rows upon rows of white clothed people, waiting to be baptized. It was humbling to see a long line of people following each other into the waters of baptism. Truly the Lord was pleased! There were other baptisms in other parts of the mission, making this week one of the most productive for us. Thank you, Elders and Sisters for your efforts and devotion. I sense an increased level of spirituality and commitment from you. Your love for your investigators are evident in your letters to me. I am so grateful and humbled by the opportunity to meet some of your special investigators—those with special needs and unusual situations. I am impressed by how well they have been taught by you. I have been touched as tears flow and they expressed their testimonies and faith in the Savior, His atonement, and the message of the restoration. During these special interviews, these investigators, without exception, speak of their love for you. What a great testament to you, my dear friends.
This week is an important one. We have some of our beloved missionaries going home. We will miss them. We will remember them always. We will love them forever. We will welcome 13 new missionaries. Some of you will be personally involved in training them and helping them measure up to the expectations and trust of the Lord. Assigning the first companion of a new missionary is something I take very seriously. I take an extra time to “study and pray” for each assignment. Being assigned a trainer for a new missionary is the most important assignment you can have. Likewise, some of you will find yourself with a new companion, perhaps a new area. Many of you have expressed to me your desires and wishes for this upcoming transfer. I want you to know that I took each of your feelings seriously and they were part of my deliberations and preparation. In all cases, please know the Lord is in charge, and He directs. I execute, following the promptings of the spirit and the confirmation of the Holy Ghost that it is the right action. If you get a phone call notifying you of your involvement in this week’s transfer, I ask you to come to the meeting on Thursday with an open heart, a humble spirit, and a willing mind. It will be a new beginning , time for renewal of spirit and commitment, and time to implement the principle of “Divine Companionship” so ably taught during your most recent Zone Meetings. I look forward to seeing some of you this week for a spiritual and FUN transfer meeting.
NEXT WEEK--- we look forward to seeing ALL of you…as we join Elder Keith R. Edwards, of the seventy, and our Area President on a Mission Tour. Remember to be prepared to speak on any of the 3 topics he identified and which I sent to you last week. You may be the one he asked to speak, so please take time to read the topics again, and during your companionship study this week, discuss it together.
We love you. We are proud of you. We pray for you—always. We are here for you and you are welcome to call anytime for anything. Make this a GREAT week, will you?
President Rudy A. Carlos
Health Tip
One of the best ways you can stay healthy is to eat a balanced diet. And one of the most important meals of the day is breakfast. Breakfast is the time to start your day off with some protein and liquids.
CHALLENGE: Try eating a healthy breakfast each day this week. You should have more energy than usual.
Here are some simple ideas for breakfast:
Yogurt
Yogurt Drink
Cereal (hot or cold)
Fruits
Rice
Eggs
Toast with peanut butter or cream cheese (both of these are a source of protein)
Drink: Milk, Juice or Water
President Carlos makes delicious breakfast rice. Try his recipe:
2 small onions, diced
4 small potatoes, peeled and diced
2 eggs, (Whisk in a bowl like you’re going to scramble them)
4 cups rice (cooked)
Oil (margarine or butter work too)
Brown the onions and potatoes in oil. When potatoes are tender pour the egg mixture over the potatoes. Cook until eggs are cooked. Add rice. If cold, you’ll need to mash the rice with a large spoon. Add more oil or butter if needed. Pan fry the rice until it’s hot. Salt and pepper.
Optional: Add a clove or two of minced garlic.
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From: Philippines Cauayan Mission <2010038@ldschurch.org>
Date: Sun, Jul 25, 2010 at 5:18 PM
Subject: President's Letter
To: Philippines Cauayan Mission <2010038@ldschurch.org>
From: Philippines Cauayan Mission <2010038@ldschurch.org>
Date: Sun, Jul 25, 2010 at 5:18 PM
Subject: President's Letter
To: Philippines Cauayan Mission <2010038@ldschurch.org>
July 26, 2010
Dear Fellow Missionaries:
First, let me express my sincere and deep love for each of you. Sister Carlos shares this feeling as well. The longer we serve with you, the more love we feel for you. We honor you and sustain you in your sacred calling as a missionary. You are the Lord’s representative. You bless people by your mere presence. You invite others to come unto Christ. You challenge people to repent, and be baptized, and receive the ordinances of salvation. You are a blessing to your companion. You are an inspiration to your family and friends. Members of the church look up to you. YOU ARE A MESSENGER OF THE LORD. You bring the fullness of the Gospel to people’s lives, both members and investigators. Could there be a more important work?
I remind you of this often quoted verses of scriptures: (D and C 18:14-19) Please read these verses again.
“Wherefore, you are called to cry repentance unto this people.
And if it so be that you should labor all your days in crying repentance unto this people, and bring save it be one soul unto me, how great shall be your joy with him in the kingdom of my Father!
And now, if your joy will be great with one soul that you have brought unto me into the kingdom of my Father, how great will be your joy if you should bring many souls unto me!
And if it so be that you should labor all your days in crying repentance unto this people, and bring save it be one soul unto me, how great shall be your joy with him in the kingdom of my Father!
And now, if your joy will be great with one soul that you have brought unto me into the kingdom of my Father, how great will be your joy if you should bring many souls unto me!
Ask the Father in my name, in faith, believing that you shall receive, and you shall have the Holy Ghost which manifesteth all things which are expedient unto the children of men.
And if you have not faith, hope, and charity, you can do nothing”
Do you understand how truly sacred your call is? Do you fully comprehend the POWER you have? Do you have a sense of the great trust and confidence the Lord has placed on you? If you do, then you will understand, in a small way, what is means to serve “with an eye single”. You will forsake any impurities and obstructions to having the CONSTANT companionship of the Holy Ghost. You will rely and feel the spirit, not only in times of need or challenges, but ALWAYS!
I have a testimony of your special calling. That is WHY I pray each morning and each evening that you will be obedient. For I know that without it, you will not receive ALL the promised blessings. Thank you for your efforts to do better and improve. I know it is a constant battle. But the Lord loves you, and He will help you overcome all. You do not have to be perfect, just actively striving to be better each day.
I am heartened by the many letters I received from you this week, indicating how obedience has “produced miracles” in your area; how obedience has made a “HUGE” difference in your attitude and outlook; how obedience has changed your relationships with your companions. The “little things”—cell phone use, texting other missionaries/friends/members/etc.—have been overcome by many of you. A couple of cell phones have been turned-in. If you still have one, and you are not supposed to have one, please give it to me. If your companion has one, ask him to give it to me, so that your companionship can flourish.
A couple of sisters have indicated they have “shared” the use of the cell phone more regularly. Remember, for the sisters: You are to alternate possession of the cell phone every day. You are also to SEE what text messages are coming in. In our work as missionaries, there are no secrets among companionship. You are to be each other’s companion 24/7. You are to see and hear everything your companion is seeing and hearing. This is TRUE companionship. If you are “hiding” something from your companion, you need to repent and change.
I will continue to stress the subject of Obedience, until I am satisfied that we are, as a mission, OBEDIENT. Remember that you can hide things from your companion and the Mission President, BUT THE LORD KNOWS. In the end, that is all that matters. What does the Lord know about you and your obedience? I warn you to not be as the brothers of Nephi who were “beyond feelings”
A COUPLE OF IMPORTANT ITEMS:
1. In order to help with your budgeting woes, and minimize overspending, theft, loss, etc.—we will change the way your monthly support is given to you. Starting with August 1, you will receive ½ of your support at the beginning of the month. In the middle of the month, you will receive the other half. This will help you because you will now only have to budget for 2 weeks. It will also remove temptations from some of you to buy expensive things and un-approved items (camera, MP players, cell phone, videos, etc) Remember that if you spent your money on these un-aproved items, you will not get any sympathy from me when you run out of money. The only exception is when you needed to buy medicine, or get medical help.
2. The support money you receive each month is sacred fund. For those who are supported by their families, it is a result of their great sacrifice. For those of you who are being supported by the General Missionary Fund, these are even more sacred. I am concerned that in some cases, we do not fully appreciate or value this resource. For some of you, my Filipino missionaries, these may be more money than you are used to having. Please treat it as sacred and DO NOT be careless with the Lord’s money. It is NOT YOUR MONEY. It is the Lord’s money. It is given to you to help spread the Gospel, not to buy you things that you want.
As in the scriptures, “I am saddened that I have to use such bold languegae”…but I do, because I love you, and I know the Lord loves you, and He wants to bless you, but He can not, unless you give yourself up to Him, and trust Him, COMPLETELY.
With my love and confidence,
President Rudy Carlos
Health Tip
Headaches
Headaches are the most common complaint we hear and the most common cause of headaches is inappropriate eating habits. Most common headaches respond by taking small amounts of nourishment. You don’t need a full meal. Make sure you eat some form of protein throughout the day.
Yogurt, nuts, seeds, beans, fish, lean meat, peanut butter, cheese (if you can find it), and eggs are all a good source of protein, but most vegetables also contain protein. The key is to eat a good breakfast, lunch and dinner and supplement those meals with healthy snacks throughout the day-especially if you have headaches.
Another cause of headaches is dehydration. So drink a glass of water or a juice if you have a headache. (Carbonated drinks actually cause dehydration so avoid soda pop if you have a headache!)
You may also want to try:
· Taking Paracetamol 500 mg. every 3 to 4 hours or Ibuprofen 600 mg. every 8 hours.
· Exercising 30 minutes (rigorous enough to get your heart rate up!) 3 to 6 days a week.
Sister Carlos will need to contact Elder Jafek (the Area Medical Authority) if there is a temperature, abdominal pain with nausea or vomiting, numbness in the extremities, dizziness, stiff neck or if the headache is associated with an injury.
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