3 Nephi 7:18‏ - May 23, 2016

Last time with my companion, Elder Shuppy

18 And it came to pass that they were angry with him, even because he had greater power than they, for it werenot possible that they could disbelieve his words, for so great was his faith on the Lord Jesus Christ that angels did minister unto him daily.

Fun church in Aalborg

Everyone,

Well, it was a whirl wind last week with everything that happened. The biggest part was transfers. Elder Shuppy and I had to travel to Aalborg, so he could catch his train Tuesday morning. Elder Murphy was leaving as well, so we didn't get to bed until about 11:30 Monday night. We got up early, and took a quite run to get Elder Shuppy's bike from the station. Then the rest of the day was crazy. After getting to the station we found out that there were tog buses on Fynn. That means that instead of a train you have to take the bus during that section. Transfers were moved to Tuesday in order to avoid this, but the work wasn't done yet. The train was already booked, so the conductor said that they would take the bikes to Aarhus, but not any further. Because of the tog buses Elder Olson came in on a later train, and I missed. He ended up traveling from Frederiacia to Frederikshavn by himself, but luckily the Blackhams were able to meet him there. I took the train from Aalborg, and after a few delays finally made it to Frederikshavn safely.

2 Nefi 2:8‏ - May 16, 2016

Me in front of the Frederikshavn building

 8 Wherefore, how great the importance to make these things known unto the inhabitants of the earth, that they may know that there is no flesh that can dwell in the presence of God, save it be through the merits, and mercy, and grace of the Holy Messiah, who layeth down his life according to the flesh, and taketh it again by the power of the Spirit, that he may bring to pass the resurrection of the dead, being the first that should rise.

View from the tower.

Everyone,

Last week was great. It was also the last week of our transfer. Before calls Elder Shuppy and I totaled all of our numbers. We taught 45 total lessons with 10 of the being member presents. We were both so happy. Last transfer was a record one for both of us. Today is a holiday here in Denmark, so transfers will be happening tomorrow. I will be getting Elder Olsen, and Elder Shuppy is headed down to Herning to open a new area there. Big things are happening here.

Elder Francis and Elder Shuppy at a train station.

We got back in contact with Jesper last week. He was so happy to see us. We went over a few points on the restoration with him. He says that he wants it to be true, but still needs a witness from God. He is also doing really well with his smoking. So far he hasn't wanted to set any goals with us, and wanted to stop by himself. He said that he should be done in about a month and a half. His plan is to smoke less and less each week, and he seems to be holding it so far.

Last P-Day the Blackums took us to this tower several kilometers from Frederikshavn. Here are a few pictures from the top, and 1 of the tower.

May 9, 2016 - Matthew 5:16

We had a fun Mother's Day Skype call with Ben on Sunday, May 8th. He couldn't believe how big Nico is! He also told us that their area is taking off and he loves it there. We met his companion, Elder Shuppy, and the couple missionaries in the branch. He spoke in Danish for us. Ben was happy, bright, and we all cried after we hung up!

Park in Hjørring

Let your light so shine before men, that they may see your good works, and glorify your Father which is in heaven.

Everyone,

We had lots of fun this week here in Frederikshavn. Splits was in Aalborg, and I spent the day with Elder Williams. The weather was amazing as we contacted, knocked, and did stop bys. Their area is on the other side of the fjord from their apartment. There were lots of boats out, and we were able to see the bridges go up to allow a sail boat through. We felt really sad when we came home because it was just the two of us again.

Moses 6:33‏ - May 2, 2016

Good luck on your AP Chem test, Sam! (Niels Bohrs was a famous chemist from Denmark.)

 33 Say unto this people: Choose ye this day, to serve the Lord God who made you.

Go Sam!!!

Everyone,

This week we hit one of the biggest highlights of my mission. We had a lesson planned for almost every day of the week. This is big news because most days we find all day. This coming week looks promising as well with our investigators.

This ice cream shop made the front page of the Frederikshavn weekly newspaper

Jesper and Malene are doing really well. We taught Jesu Kristi Evangelium followed by Visdomsordet. They both listened carefully, and understand that they need to stop smoking in order to be baptized. One problem we are facing is that neither will commit to go cold turkey, or to set a date on when they will stop. Other than that they are trying to join in all the ward activities. Jesper came to floorball last week, and should be coming to choir tomorrow.