October 24,2016

So this past week sure has been interesting if I can say the least.

October 18: We had an appointment with a less active named A which fell through. Then we went to the Fort Morgan boys soccer game to have dinner with CJ and just talk with her even though we had planned to invite her to take the lessons. Then we had a visit with Brother V and he accepted to retake the lessons but also asked for us to set up an interview with the bishop for him.

Spiritual: Let the spirit be your guide and it will tell you what to say.

October 19: We had district meeting in Yuma where Elder D was in charge of the lesson and did a very good job. The only part I did not like was the role play where I was partnered as a zebra companionship which was interesting.

Spiritual: Roleplays while not fun are good for all of us to think before we act in some situations

October 20: Was a very different day. We found a new service place called Rising Up. Then we had a lesson with a lady who we dropped named M which was really good. Then we tried to find a less active  and the door we tried was opened to a guy who was holding a pistol and said that now would be a good time to leave so we hightailed it out of there and then my companion told me he did not even realize the man had a gun so it just made even more interesting for me.

Spiritual: While some people may seem to have left our life path we should still try to be a good influence on them.

October 21: We had a good lesson with A which I only understood like half of it because it was in all Spanish. Then we had a great lesson with a B where he to.d us that he wants to be baptized soon.Then we had a lesson with a guy named J and his wife Al who asked a lot of good questions which was great. Then we went and gave a guy named P a blessing which was really cool.

Spiritual: People just want to learn so answer questions and do not be afraid to ask them either.

October 22: We had a good visit with K a less active before we went and had a great lesson with another less active named Patty which was really good. Then we had a great lesson with the D and that was great as well.

Spiritual: Not every visit will you get what you wanted to get accomplished done but just try your best and the lord will do the rest.

October 23: Church was great both P and Brother V were at church. Then we were able to give Brother V a blessing. Then we had dinner with the P's  which was fun they also invited the D's which was also great. Then we went and visited K and her Boyfriend

and that was a great time and visit.

Spiritual: Blessings are so awesome so do not hesitate to ask for one.

October 24: Today we will be going to Windsor to get a new car because ours is over on miles so that will be fun.  Then we will have dinner with a member of the Bishopric and his family which will be good and that will basically be the day.

God be with you till we meet again

Elder  Joshua Patterson

October 18,2016

So this week has been quite a bit slower than previous weeks with many disappointments but it still was a rather okay week so now let us begin.

October 11: During service at the Humane society 2 of the dogs I walked got off their collars but luckily the one who got out of my reach returned to the humane society and was able to be caught there. We also had a few appointments fall through which was not the most fun.

Spiritual: Like an animal will return to where it knows it will be fed we all in some way want to return to live with our father in heaven who can give us spiritual nourishment.

October 12: We got our rear driver tire repaired from the slow leak for free which was great. We also had a terrific lesson with a less active family in the ward who were very friendly but not very interested in returning to church.

Spiritual: Brother M the Ward mission leader was with us at the lesson and said afterward that we just have to keep trying and god will do the rest.

October 13: We had zone meeting in Greeley which was on remembering the Urgency of our calling and on faith that we can do the will of the lord and he will help us be successful.

Spiritual: God is on our side and we cannot lose with him there.

October 14: We started by helping with the early morning seminary class which was a blast. Then we had a few short visits with less actives.

Spiritual: The lord truly is hastening his work to bring as many to him before his son's return.

October 15: We had a very unsuccessful morning but the evening was slightly successful as we were able to visit with a stubborn old less active for a while but he does not wish to change but we cannot force others to do anything.

Spiritual: God lets spirit teach through his servants better when they do his word.

October 16: We had the opportunity to go to the Fort Collins temple dedication that was broadcast to our church house and that was awesome. 

Spiritual: Forgive those who have wronged you and you will be blessed.

October 17: Today has been a very slow day but that is good for P Day. Our one scheduled appointment fell through which was a bummer but not our will but gods be done.

Well that was the week I guess

Elder Patterson's blog

10-13-16

After reading a few of Joshua's (Elder Patterson's fellow missionary's blogs and one of the Mom's (thanks to Rachel Hixon) and letting me know how easy this is I have decided to try and do this.
I have added a couple of pictures that I do not think I have sent out in emails for this first try..

Skyping with District leaders

After being scratched by a members cat , he did get taken out to dinner because they felt so bad about it.