First, on the 28th, I hit 1 year in the mission. CRAZY ITS GONE BY SO FAST! I met up with Elder Allen who was in the CCM with me, and we both burned shirts to signify the passing of our first year (it was a ripped and dirty shirt, don't worry). Now it's time to make the second year even better!
President Nelson, Elder Cook, and their wives came to Argentina (Buenos Aires), and they spoke to the nation, and the broadcast went to every stake center. I really enjoyed the talks, especially Wendy Nelson's talk on Family history. She challenged us all to find the joy in redeeming the souls of the dead. I also really liked President Nelson's talk, especially because after introducing himself and his topic, he told the translator "Con permiso, quisiera hablar en Español" (with permission, I'd like to speak in Spanish). He gave the rest of his talk in Spanish. I think it was such a blessing for the people of Argentina to hear the prophet's voice speaking their language!
Quick story, I was in the villa, and one of the kids Benja was messing around with a toy gun. Whatever, talked for a bit, moved on. Next day, we go back to the villa, I see Benja a little ways off, he has something in his hands and is saying "don't move! don't move!" I couldn't see well, so I assumed he was playing around with his toy gun that he had the day before, so I played along saying "ah nooooooo don't shoot!" That's when out of nowhere I get hit in the forehead by a rock shot from his SLINGSHOT. It was so unexpected I couldn't be mad. The other kids, instead of showing me sympathy, told me that he was probably just practicing his aim, and wanted to start with something easy like my giant forehead. One girl said "He was probably just trying to make your forehead a bit smaller." Great kids.
Last thing, most exciting, is that one of the kids from the villa got BAPTIZED!!! YAY!!! We've been working with him for this whole transfer, and he finally made it! He was really worried about the interview questions but he passed with flying colors. We had the baptism Saturday morning, His dad and some of his friends came, as well as lots of members. He chose me to perform the ordinance, which was really awesome and special for me. He's a great kid:)
That's all from me for now, this email is way too long. Have a great week!
Elder Jenkins
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