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So this past week we got the chance to meet with some new investigators that we found who have so much sincere interest and potential to grow in the church.  They like us and what we're doing, and the message that we're sharing, which is so important.  One of the guys named Kim Charles (김 차르스) worked as a seaman on board a ship from when he was 19 to when he was 30.  So he has so many cool stories about that.  He's in his early 50s now, and works as a real estate agent with his wife at a cute little shop.  Family means the world to him (he has 5 siblings! 5!!! And he's a Korean!) and he is just so sincere with us.  And he speaks English really well!  Also, a guy we met on the street a little over a week ago came to church yesterday and just loved it.  It was the primary program, which was so cute.  They were little kids speaking Korean, so it was really hard to understand a lot of it (how are little kids so dang good at Korean?!).  But the Spirit was really strong throughout the whole thing, especially when they were singing.  Music is one of the most amazing gifts we've been given.  I love it so much!

 

Elder Wagner practicing his photographer skills

Last night, the 6 elders in my area all went to Brother Holley's house and had dinner there with a recent convert who is about 17 years old.  That was super fun! They made us American style food, and I think it was my first real meal with members/investigators/or others, without chopsticks!  Fork, knife, and spoon.  That's it!  And they have a super cool view of Gwangju from their house.

 

 

This week was busy, but good.  Like usual, we're always going around place to place, having appointments here, and having appointments cancel on us (or just flat out not show up) there. And I love it! :)  This work and this church are true.  It will bless the lives of all those who seek to find the truth held in it, and for those who have found it, as they continually live it and draw closer to their father in heaven and their savior Jesus Christ.  I know that this church is true, and that the Book of Mormon is God's word; and through studying the words it contains, we can find a peace and joy in this life that we didn't know we could ever have.  I love this work and wouldn't rather be doing anything else. And I love all of you! Pray often to your Heavenly Father, search the scriptures, and keep God's commandments.  It will bless you life.  Stay safe and stay strong all of you!  It's not easy, but it is worth it.  I testify of these things in Christ's name, Amen.

  You're all the best! Keep it up!

~Elder Calvin Woods