Week 68

Christmas Party, Last Week in Fushimi?

This week we have transfers, so that's the reason for the title. 

I've been here in Fushimi for 7 months almost. So I arrived in Japan on May 27th and was assigned to Fushimi! I haven't left since. I'll probably leave this ward. If I do or not, it's God's plan! I'm excited for what happens next :). 

I have learned SO much here in Fushimi. I can confidently say that I have found not only myself here, but more importantly Christ. The mission is for others and it's for Christ, but I want to testify that Christ is the Healer, Prince of Peace, and He is the one that changes hearts. Christ and Heavenly Father can make much more of our lives than we can. Through our covenants, we can be changed!

We had a great District council and talked about the Why's. We had a great exchange with the ZL's and Elder Matsumoto and I worked in Fushimi! We handed out a Book of Mormon and had some great studies! 

We had a great Sabbath day and talked with all the members which is always great :). 

We had our District Pday today! Haha most of the pictures were taken by an actual camera that one of the Joyo Shimaitachi had. So I don't have any other pictures. We had lunch of KFC.  We did the whole put whip cream on your wrist and slap your arm. So funny ;). We then sang bunch of songs from the Primary book and then Silent Night! We then watched the Christ Child and shared some thoughts. Really great! 

We then did secret Santa and then did District presents! Really amazing! I got fans and Lindt chocolate for everyone, it was the best! The Joyo Shimtachi brought Krispy Kreme and the Okamachi Shimaitachi brought the KFC. We played Cover your Assets and talked, cleaned up, and then left!

This District has been amazing! I really do love everyone of its members and all the things I've learned from them! Can't wait to see what will happen with transfers! 

Remember the part of loving is accepting. Giving is more important, but what is the worth of a gift not accepted? 

Well, it still is worth something. People don't accept Christ's Atonement, but it's still worth so much. Everything for me and many others. But remember that loving is accepting. Then you can share. 

It's not Christmas Day, but today we can focus on Christmas. Everyday can be a day about Christ if we choose. I love all of you! Let's see what happens with transfers :).