June is Here...again...

It's the last full week of yet another transfer!  I can't believe it!  This week has been crazy full of meetings with it being the first of the month.  Instead of going through day by day this week, since the majority of it was spent in meetings...I figured I would share what I learned.  

Sitting through the same trainings 3 times (MLC, and 2 ZTMs) really drills the information into me.  The spirit was so strong as we discussed Repentance and the importance of BECOMING who the Savior needs us to become.  We should always be striving to strengthen our relationship with Him, and I am forever grateful for the relationship I have built with Him...for if it weren't for the experiences I have had here on my mission, I don't think I would have such a strong faith in Him.  I am grateful I can now say I know my Savior, and I know my Father in Heaven...and I know they know me.  18 months ago, I couldn't have said that. 

We were able to listen to part of a talk given by Elder Jeffrey R. Holland, and he spoke about how his mission meant absolutely everything to him.  I am grateful I get to say that same thing.  I'm eternally grateful my Father in Heaven called me to serve in the vineyard at this time.  No, it hasn't been easy at all...but I have been molded into more of the woman I need to be and been able to figure out what is most important in life.  

We continue to find those who are prepared by the Lord to accept the gospel.  I know the Lord is truly hastening His work at this time, and I am grateful I have been a part of that hastening!...and can't wait to continue being a part of it!  

Love Always,

Sister Natalia Alston