January 9, 2017

The previous transfer is over, and Elder Geier is going home. He has been a very important figure for me my entire mission, being there from the very beginning. This last transfer with him has been a complete honor. I must say that I was hoping that I would be able to train a new missionary this transfer, but when my beloved follow-up-trainer, Elder Page called (he's assistant to the president now) he told me that I would be staying here in Uherské Hradiště and that I would be serving with Elder Vickers, who is one transfer younger than me. I have met him before, and he's sitting next to me now talking to the sisters at another table. Elder Vickers is awesome, He knows czech really well, and I've heard that he knows how to cook really well. He is an experienced missionary, and I will be using his powerful testimony this transfer as a support. My companions have always been such rocks, powerful, strong priesthood holders. Firm in the faith, and doubtless in their persuit to keep the commandments and follow the Savior. I already admire Elder Vickers a lot, I know that I will learn a lot from him. Sister Demann will also be coming to serve in UH this transfer. She served in my district when I was in CBud for my first transfer there. She is so funny and always makes us laugh. She'll bring a lot of light into this transfer. I miss you all, and I apoligize that I am not sending any pictures this week. I will send more pictures next week along with some descriptions of what our plans are for this transfer. I only have 3 transfers left... that is hard for me to realize. I love my mission even though it is kicking my butt. seriously it is the hardest thing I've ever loved to do. I do know however when the rubber meets the road, that Jesus Christ is the Son of God, and the Savior of the World. I know that His Atonement is Complete, and is an Infinite Atonement. I love you all, S Láskou, Starší Dean