Guess who is back?!

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This week we had our first district council with all 3 companionships that cover the one branch in Port Antonio. I have never had more than me and my companion serve in the same branch! So when we all got to meet and make plans for what work we need to do, it was very inspiring. The main focus is on helping to strengthen the members that are here. They are all amazing people that haven't had a reminder of what's important in a little bit.

So with that we have met with a lot of members this week. We have been calling them, meeting with them, and sharing messages with them and I hope they don't think it is too much yet, haha. One thing I have been trying to do is always invite and encourage people to achieve some sort of goal. 

 

Guess who's back?! President Odonkor came to church in Port Antonio and will be coming for the next 5 to 6 weeks. It was an amazing time to see the branch progress in Yallahs and now I am so excited to see it happen in Port Antonio. 

 

One neat experience I had this week was while walking down a huge hill we walked up. We passed a car with a guy doing paperwork and we ended up passing him because he didn't look up as we passed. As we were walking away I kept having the thought to go back. I was about to dismiss it but then had the distinct thought "you have done this so many times, go back." I just stopped walking. Elder McBride was a little confused and I told him we had to go back. We talked to him and his name is Rudolph Brown. He is a really cool guy and I hope things continue to progress with him. The Spirit is always there if we are willing to follow its guidance. Do not dismiss it.

 

I love you all and follow the spirit. 

 

-Elder Jensen

Exchanges with Elder Coon

Basketball for Pday!!

Dinner from a member!

Just finished a big hill

Chicken with Rice and Peas (made a little too much rice)

crab

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