Surprise everybody!!!! President Bunker gave us permission to email today since we don't when the next time we will get to email will be. It's crazy to think this is my last time emailing you guys from the mtc. I love this place with all my heart. The weather has been amazing almost the whole time we've been here! I've never felt more joy before in my life then while I've been here. I'm surrounded by people whom I love and wish I never had to leave. I thought nothing could come close to how hard leaving home was, but these people are making it a close second. I continue to be in awe of the fact that I'm able to grow so close to people in less than three weeks. Like how does that even happen? I continue to believe I was friends with my district in the pre earth life and heavenly father told us If we were faithful he would allow us the opportunity to be reunited during our time serving him.
I guess I'll tell you guys about my week a little bit then.
Tuesday was one of the best days of my life. We met a man named Michael while in town who approached us. We talked with him for about an hour about life and his beliefs. He was baptized 17 years ago and has struggled on and off. We got his contact in the hopes of having the opportunity to teach him later in the week. After that I had my first fish and chips at a local store. It was the best thing ever and everything I could've ever imagined! I think I'm in love.
On Wednesday we had exercise time and I lifted and then played ping pong. And when I say ping pong I mean dominated like I use to dominate grant back in the day. We had class in the afternoon with the worst teacher here. He makes me want to sock him square in the face but I'm practicing my Christ like attributes of patience. I called Michael on this day and tried to set up an appointment with here at the mtc but we didn't know whether or not He was gonna come. We had a devotional this night with president bunker discussing the law of chastity. We talked about post mission things which was strange considering we just got here, but still very valid things to discuss.
Thursday I played some nice dunkball during our exercise. I was throwing down on some kids which always feels great. Makes me feel like I'm back home playing church ball with the boys every Wednesday night! Got nice and sweaty which I needed cause I haven't really gained weight here but my stomach says otherwise. When were sitting down to eat lunch Michael, from town on Tuesday, showed up! I honestly didn't think he was going to come but he did! I talked with him for over an hour about life and just talking about Christ. I really think he just needed somebody who would listen to him. We gave him a book of Mormon and asked him to pray about it. We're gonna give his info to the missionaries in his area since we are leaving. We taught another lesson to a new investigator that night named Jeffery. He's from the Philippines and we taught him about the restoration.
On Friday I played more dunkball and continued to ruin kids hopes and dreams. After lunch we had infield orientation which is basically just trying to get us ready to leave. We taught Jeffery again and invited him to be baptized. He accepted! Like I said before even though it's not real it feels soooo good!! At night we got to teach real members from around the area who volunteer. We talked to a girl named Christi and just got to know and shared a quick message.
Saturday was similar to Friday. We had orientation again and taught Jeffery at night. To finish class off we talked about why missionary service isn't easy. The eternal salvation of individuals is not something that comes with ease. We also talked about how Christ was rejected all the time during his mission so why would it be any different for us.
Today was one of the best days of church I've ever had. The theme of sacrament was temple and family history. I love this place with all my heart. I felt the spirit so strong and I felt the prompting of the spirit say to me "It's true" such a little thing , but something I needed. The closing song was families can he together forever. It brought tears to my eyes. It brings me so much joy knowing I get to be with my family forever.
I love you all so much. I'm really doing it. I'm actually headed to the field on Tuesday!! It makes me so sad to leave these people I have grown to love so much, but I know there are many waiting for me to find them. Not sure when I'll be writing next but just know I love you guys forever!!
With love,
Elder Hruby
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