Week 35: Conference and Being an Adult - October 9, 2018

Elder Wright with Elder Hancock

Hey guys! So, I hope you all enjoyed General Conference, because I sure did! I honestly didn't think that they were going to change the church schedule to two hours, but they actually did it! I think my favorite session was the Sunday Morning session, because all the talks were really good and I got to listen to it outside in Temple Square. I hope you all realize how important General Conference is because it is the time when we get to hear from The Lord's mouthpiece and receive revelation for all of the church.

You're probably wondering why my title for this email talks about being an adult, aren't you? Well, I can't go much into it, but I can say is that being a district leader is difficult, mainly because all the people in your district are counting on you and expect you to be able to solve their problems. The best way I can put it is like this: "Oh no, I need an adult! Wait, they expect me to be the adult! Oh no!!" Oh well, it's not that difficult, but it is a bit stressful and does take a lot of energy. I know I can, however, be able to do all that I need to do with the help of The Lord. I hope you all have a great week and make sure to read your scriptures!

Till next week,

Elder Wright

I forgot to mention one last thing. So, a few months ago, an elder from the Provo MTC mission transferred here. His name is Elder Hancock, and he's a really great guy, even though he's been through a lot. He has dealt with brain cancer 3-4 time, and yet he's still very upbeat and is always willing to joke about his condition. So, why am I bringing him up? Well, recently, the doctors have found a mass in his kidney, so he's going home to take care of that. He won't be coming back to the mission, since he's been serving for 17 months, but he's glad that he was able to serve with us. I just wanted all of you to know that if you ever have any big challenges, just remember to take it one step at a time and to keep a positive outlook on life!

Till next week,

Elder Wright

 PS-Recently, I finished the Book of Mormon, so I was going to read it again, but when I was reading the 1^st chapter of 1^st Nephi, I noticed that it said that he was writing it during the 1^st year of the reign of King Zedekiah. I wondered if he was in The Bible, so I looked and he was! So I decided that I would read the Old Testament until I got to the point where it talks about him, then I would read the Book of Mormon from there. I just thought you might find that interesting.

Here are some screen shots of President Nelson waving to the young Elders of Elder Wright's mission. We think he is the missionary waving on the far left behind the cabinet with the TV monitor.

Also, Elder Wright hit the halfway point on his mission on Thursday, October 5, 2018. We’re super proud of him!!!