June 3, 2024: Kidnapped by Members

 Hola!! Cómo están?! 


Wow this was a very busy week and almost everyday this week Hermana Bäck and I found ourselves in the middle of nowhere or walking in the rain on the side of a road. OK let me explain! 

We didn't have the car this week, super sad I know, so we were stuck with the Figueres bus system. Turns out it's not very good and we were dropped off at the nearest bus stop but would always have to walk 25 minutes to our lessons! Another time we had to take this bus stop and then hike on the highway to get to a noche de hogar! But a miracle happened and members pulled over on the side of the road to pick us up! They also said that we were crazy and could never do that again because it wasn't a super safe area but it's all good :) 

Luis Miguel is doing so well and his baptism date is on Friday of this week so pray for him!! We have been super busy teaching him all the lessons this week but he is so ready and always shares his excitment to take this crucial step!! 

Other than that all is well!! Hermana Bäck had her birthday this week YAY FELIZ CUMPLEAÑOS HERMANA BÄCK!! So we had plenty of cake from our members to keep us happy! I'm loving the work here! The heat might kill me here in Spain but I couldn't be happier!! 

I wanted to share this scripture with you all in Alma 33: 23 

And now, my brethren, I desire that ye shall plant this word in your hearts, and as it beginneth to swell even so nourish it by your faith. And behold, it will become a tree, springing up in you unto everlasting life. And then may God grant unto you that your burdens may be light, through the joy of his Son. And even all this can ye do if ye will. Amen.

I love this scripture so much!! Through our faith in Jesucristo we can receive joy and relief! I have seen this truth in my life! And I am so grateful for the goodness the gospel brings! 

Love, Hermana Ross ♡

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