Clint Mission 99 #21
5/24/99
Dear Family,
Hello! How is everyone doing?
Helaman 15:7-8 was the theme scripture for our Zone Conference held this past Friday.
Helaman 15:7
7 And behold, ye do know of yourselves, for ye have witnessed it, that as many of them as are brought to the knowledge of the truth, and to know of the wicked and abominable traditions of their fathers, and are led to believe the holy scriptures, yea, the prophecies of the holy prophets, which are written, which leadeth them to faith on the Lord, and unto repentance, which faith and repentance bringeth a change of heart unto them--
Helaman 15:8
8 Therefore, as many as have come to this, ye know of yourselves are firm and steadfast in the faith, and in the thing wherewith they have been made free.
We wanted a theme centered on building faith. I actually suggested those verses. They remind me of Cambodia. A people gives up past tradition and grow firm and steadfast in the faith.
Elder Hoare and I focused our lesson on using the Book of Mormon, taken from verse 7. Also taken from the desire Elder Hoare and I had to want to use the Book of Mormon more in our missionary work. The Book of Mormon coupled with help from the spirit is the best missionary solution there is, the best faith builder there is for both member and nonmember alike. While I am sharing scriptures with you, I can’t remember if I told you this before or not but Alma 28: 13-14 is the best description of Cambodia there is.
Alma 28:13
13 And thus we see how great the inequality of man is because of sin and transgression, and the power of the devil, which comes by the cunning plans which he hath devised to ensnare the hearts of men.
Alma 28:14
14 And thus we see the great call of diligence of men to labor in the vineyards of the Lord; and thus we see the great reason of sorrow, and also of rejoicing--sorrow because of death and destruction among men, and joy because of the light of Christ unto life.
One of the great things I am learning from President White is about motivating missionaries. President White has asked to give appreciation and special attention and praise to those who are doing well. Sister White calls it giving A. I. R. ( Appreciation, Importance, Recognition) After this conference Elder Hoare and I were giving air to all who participated . Elder Hoare is a good example of this. Sometimes we split up and one will do touch up cleaning while the other makes food. Elder Hoare always thanks me for whatever part I did. Now before I wouldn’t have said thank you in this situation because we both did equal halves. I might have said, “ Good work or that saved time”. The positive good feeling of the conference was continued after the closing prayer because of our giving A.I.R. to each of the missionaries. I encourage all of us to give mere AIR.
Let me start by saying Thank-you to my great parents and sisters and brother for being so supportive of me. You are the best! Also Thank-you to all the great extended family and friends who are listening in. You are all very important to me!
Sophan and family are struggling a little. We are almost done with the 4th discussion. Originally we set a date for May 23rd but we have changed that to June 6th. Sophon, Sovann , the mother, Linda, Lean, Petra are all so great! Linda has the strongest testimony. She comes each week, and doesn’t miss a seminary class. Sophon has been to church but we have to get the whole family to commit to come regularly. The goal this week is to address the church concern. The mother missed the 3rd discussion about church because of illness. We are going to go teach it with her there so that she understands the importance of church attendance. Then she will help the rest of the family get to church. On Sunday we took Elder and Sister Call ( Bill and Mary) with us. They followed us in the car to their house. We were teaching Linda’s friend Sokun, a referral for us. We invited the Calls because of the need of a fellowshipper to meet a female. Linda’s mom sat in too. We followed up on Book of Mormon reading and prayer. As we talked about prayer Sovann = Linda’s Mom talked about one day she was mad at her kids, yet she didn’t want to be, she said a prayer and a few minutes later she felt a good feeling wash over her. An answer to the prayer of the mother of our investigator family! They are so close! We are trying to do all we can, at church this past Sunday we arranged for members to come to each appointment, Elder Hoare and I have both prayed and fasted together in behalf of this family.
In the Sunday School hour of Church the past two weeks I have had the fun and demanding challenge of translating for the Temple Preparation Class. It is being taught by a Brother Sturgis and his wife who are working for the U. N. The class is being taught to Melchizedick Priesthood and Relief Society age members.
Just barely Elder Hoare and I made a calizone. We usually buy them for $3.00 a piece from Happy Herbs who delivers. But it is expensive. Tonight we made our own from a bread dough recipe from Elder Brooking. Bread dough folded over tomato sauce, green peppers, onions, cheese. It was goooood! The food is getting better. ( If anyone has a easy recipe that can be cooked over a one burner—please send. Clint is getting bored with the food. Remember supplies are limited in Cambodia)
I forgot how yummy eyer kucken was. This past week Elder Hoare and I got to get at the White’s house twice!!!!
I can’t get as much done in one day like I used to could, with all the duties.
I love you all very much!!! Until next week!!
Love your Son, Brother, Missionary,
Elder Rogers
PS I received copies from Fire-Bu and his Mom. It was great!!! He is doing great things!!! Please tell Mrs. Scott Thank you!!!!
Where is Colby?
Thanks for the picture of the new cousin. Tell Uncle Bruce and Aunt Beckie- Congrats!!