Bonjour Ma Famille,
Well, another wonderful week here in the lovely Besancon. As a disclaimer....This was going to be a good letter, I had one of the funniest, best stories of my entire mission....but, to maintain companionship relations, I have graciously chosen to omit it. But, it will be in the journal I send home in a month. Then, you can consider this a good letter and have a good laugh.
Anyways, I guess I can tell you two other highlights of the week...
1) Soeur Pelot made us part of a nativity set. Now I will always have one of her "little muslim dolls". Love it!
2) We contacted this lady this week, she was cool. But, she was really confused when we wouldn't tell her our first names. So, as to not make it "awkward" by calling us Soeur Hulme and Soeur Pagano, she made up first names for us. The rest of the conversation we went by Sara and Elodie.
It has been super interesting on my mission working with all of these different people and situations. It's easy to see that we are just a part of God's huge missionary force. There are missionaries here in my mission and all over the world who are doing the exact same thing. And, it's not about us at all. Missions are short, especially when you consider the amount of time that you spend in each ville (for me, never more than three months). Rarely do you see the beginning to the end of a story. You go in and work hard. You find people to teach, prepare and give lessons, help less-actives, work with members, etc. And, of course, you see miracles. But, it's not always in the ways that you expect and it's not always in the ways that "look good in the books". Change takes time. And, it's often not one person that makes all the difference. It's the consistancy and the power of the Lord's army that is going to bring about His will. I guess, it's just really humbling. You can do a lot as a missionary and give it your all, but it all depends on the Lord's timing and not necessarily "one specific missionary". If the missionary force is constant in their faith and worthiness, the Lord cannot withhold His miracles.
I love working here with all of these wonderful people. Our amis are doing well, we're still working with tons of less-actives, and strengthening our tiny branch. I love my companion. I'm learning so much in all of my studies. I love all of the amazing missionaries I serve with and the beautiful places I see. I love you all and am so grateful to be part of the Lord's army. Have a wonderful week!
Je vous aime,
Soeur Alisa Hulme
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