Inconvenience And Discomfort Are A Part Of Life

Hi everyone! Sorry I didn't send an email last week. My phone was being repaired in a shop for 8 days. You can see in my photos that my screen was blacked out.



A lot has happened! I went on an exchange with Elder Harward and it went well. We had a soccer activity at our church building and we had a great turnout! The videos show.



Our English classes are thriving, with individual and group ones! It's amazing who we've met. 



I got news that I will be leaving Renton. I am so sad to leave this area--the ward and the people are incredible. I've grown close with them, so this is hard for me. I know this is what the Lord wants, so I trust Him. I'll be going to Bellevue, so I'm excited!



My trainee Elder Miller finishes his training tomorrow! What a great time we had together. We accomplished a lot and I'm proud of him. I'm definitely going to miss him. He's very mature and ready to lead out this Spanish ward in Renton.



I am excited for what's to come, and I am thrilled for our friends here in Renton. One day I might return.



That's all for now. Love you all!



Elder Jones



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