Elder Christian Carter South - 2026-2028 Mission

  Another great week at the CCM. Super happy and super fun. The spirit is so strong here and I'm loving everything. My Spanish is coming along and I am finding plenty of time to play the piano. 2 Nephi 2: 8 - "Wherefore, how great the importance to make these things known unto the inhabitants of the earth, that they may know that there is no flesh that can dwell in the presence of God, save it be through the merits, and mercy, and grace of the Holy Messiah, who layeth down his life according to the flesh, and taketh it again by the power of the Spirit, that he may bring to pass the resurrection of the dead, being the first that should rise." I don't have much news today but I'm enjoying every second. So I'm just going to share a story that came to my mind this week: The Lord, speaking to a man, "Feelest thou my spirit?" His response, "Yeah, Lord." The Lord: "Then why hast thou turned from me? For I give unto you my spirit as thy guide....

Alright, week two in Mexico. Here we go. The Prophet and the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles collectively hold all the restored keys of the priesthood of Jesus Christ. I had the opportunity to hear the words of the Lord through one of these divinely appointed servants, and it was incredible. Elder Gary E. Stevenson (of the Quorum of the Twelve) addressed us, and here were some of his important thoughts: We must open our mouths and testify about: The Book of Mormon, Jesus Christ and His Atonement, and the restoration. As we do, the Holy Ghost "cannot hold himself back" (Stevenson). Hardwork + Obedience = Blessings As we serve diligently, our families will be blessed Our success is not determined by any quantifiable measurement, but rather by our hard work and obedience We should not stress the outcome of our labors; the reward will come as we put in the work (this applies to our study and language learning as well) After he spoke, he invited every missionary to stand and shake h...

 E lder South here. I am so excited to finally be writing to you all!   These last two weeks, I have been filled with love and support from everyone around me. I am in awe of the wisdom and love the Savior offers us. It's been a busy start to my mission but since this is my first email, here's the rundown: In October, I was called by the Prophet to teach the Gospel and serve the people of the El Salvador, San Salvador East mission. I began preparing and learning Spanish. Two weeks ago on Sunday, Jan 24, I was set apart as a Missionary by the authority of Jesus Christ.  I spent the next week and a half in Zoom meetings with some of the greatest missionaries I have ever met. I got to know my companions, Elder Norton and Elder Quezada, who are so faithful and such a blessing to be spending this time with. Now I am at the Missionary Training Center in Mexico City and I have never been happier. Our district has gotten along great so far and the Sisters are so kind! The Spirit ...