Sister Emily Elise Shill

Dear Friends and Family, This week I tried to write down little thoughts to tell you guys!! I hope this gives you some idea of how I've been doing, and the little things that I think about as a missionary. Thoughts on Scripture:  I have never loved reading the scriptures so much. I enjoy just holding them in my hand. Sometimes I just read chapters about the doctrine of Christ and it just makes me happy. I feel peace. I think a large part of it is because I don't have anyone to connect with really. I can kind of connect with my companion,  but our relationship will never be particularly deep.  So the scriptures have become the way I connect with God and feel His understanding and love for me. It's how I feel connected.  Sending a daily scripture to Rachel and Ben (two non-members we've been teaching) has been really good for me. We always send context, so I have to ponder why I like the scripture, what someone needs to know to understand the scripture, and what it tea...

Dear Friends and Family, Sorry it's been a little while. Things have been crazy. P-days are especially busy. Right now we are teaching 4 people: An older lady who has been going to church for years and knows is the right thing to join. An engaged couple who is super open to learning about the Book of Mormon and just wants to study it. An older man who discovered Christianity in prison and is open to learning about the Book of Mormon and coming closer to God. Each of the people we teach is super wonderful and unique. The area is really beautiful, and we're getting to know our ward better!! So all in all, I'm doing well. Sorry this is such a short update. Much Love, Sister Emily Elise Shill