4.8.13

Well, I can hardly believe that Conference is over already! Now I have to wait another 6 months for a new one. Thats ok though. It will take me that long to review all the talks from this last weekend.

Conference was actually super hectic for me. For whatever reason, the satellite at the church wouldnt receive Vietnamese. Fortunately I was there and was able to set up alternated means to watch it, but we just kept running into problem after problem. Viewing circumstances were much less than desirable, but it ever session was at least available to listen in Vietnamese (we listen in English though so we dont miss anything important). I ended up spending time between every session trying to fix something. Even with all the chaos, Conference was still great. I really love Elder Hollands talk. He does such an incredible job of taking the stories of the scriptures and analyzing them in a way that directly applies to our lives. Obviously, all the talks about missionary work were very good and certainly needed, especially in regard of member involvement.

Well, thats about all I've got for now. Thanks everybody.

Love

Elder Phong Manhardt

4.1.13

Happy Easter everyone. I hope it was enjoyable for you. My certainly was great here.

Overall this week was pretty good. We didnt teach as many lessons as usual, but we were asked to organize some records so that we could go out contacting, actually knocking to be more specific. I guess you could say we are going back to the old ways.

The branch had a temple baptism trip this saturday that we were allowed to go to, because the branch needed more melchizedek priesthood holders. It was great. I hadnt been to the temple for anything since the very beginning of the year, so it was special. Since being there, I can truly say that my receptiveness to the Spirit had increased. i really love the temple. Its the best place to be if you want to feel close to God.

Easter Sunday went well. Church service and classes were all enjoyable and uplifting. President Morgenegg, the old branch president had us over for dinner. Sister Moprgenegg is a great cook, so that part was great. And they have a special program that they do for Easter after dinner to help us remember what we are really celebrating.

Make it a great week!

Love

Elder Manhardt