First off, my new companion. I got a call Tuesday night from the Assistants telling me that I would be going to the airport the next morning to pick up my companion, that was a surprise! So after Elder Vincenzi arrived, all three of us went over to try and find him. We got a bit turned around actually and went to the wrong side of the airport at first, so then we ran across the whole thing to get to his terminal. But all's well that ends well! He came out and we brought him home safe and sound.
The rest of the week it's been fun getting him used to France. His name is Elder Coryell, and he actually has already served 2 transfers in the US. His visa took a while to come in, so he was sent over to Portland, Maine. And it turns out that his trainer there was Elder Ellsworth! The same one from the MTC! Such a small world. So basically, he already sorta knows how to be a missionary, but he isn't used to French. So I'm doing my best to impart of my (limited) knowledge. Luckily though, Elder Vincenzi is a native French speaker so he's a big help.
In other news, this Sunday was fast and testimony meeting, so everyone got the chance to go up and bear their testimony. What was interesting was that it was my turn to translate. So I did my best to understand what was being said, and turn around and say it all in English. Please, if you're ever in a situation where someone has to translate live for you, be courteous and speak slowly and clearly. And also give them the scripture references! Nothing's harder than translating scripture language being read at 90 miles an hour.
And wish me luck with training! Hopefully I do a good enough job with the Lord's help. But I'm sure it will be fine, since nothing is impossible with Him at our side.
À toute à l'heure!
Elder Wood
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| Welcome to Elder Coryell |
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| Elder Wood and Elder Coryell together at the church building |
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| Saying farewell to Elder Hulet at the train station |
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| "We tried facemasks all together" |
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| Food photo: A delicious pastry |
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