Mission Calls and Temple Trips

On October 6, 2012 President Monson answered my many (many!) prayers.
On October 7, 2012 I met with my bishop and started my mission papers
On October 10, 2012 I had my second meeting with my bishop and completed my papers
On October 11, 2012 I met with the stake pres. my mission papers were sent to church headquarters.
On October 24, 2012 I finally, FINALLY received my mission call.

PITTSBURGH, PENNSYLVANIA

Reporting December 19, 2012

(8 weeks from the day of mission call arrival)

I am so excited to serve my Heavenly Father! I've been preparing my whole life, I just didn't know it! Now that it's finally show time, I can hardly wait! 

November 9th I was able to receive my temple endowments in the Bountiful Temple.

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Every day that passes I become more and more grateful for my knowledge of the restored gospel. The Spirit I felt inside the temple, and the feelings I took with me remind me how much my Heavenly Father loves me. I just can't comprehend living my life without knowing that. I am so grateful to serve in Pennsylvania. Once I leave the MTC I can get right to work. I won't have to adjust to a new language or a new culture, I can get started teaching the gospel and that is exactly what I want to do. Since I've received my mission call my life has already taken a turn for the better. I can only imagine how I will feel spending all my time serving the Lord. Get ready Pittsburgh, IM READY!