Mission Caxias

Well one week here in Caxias, and here is a little update on the week, area and comp. The week was solid. Physically, I’m tired. Mentally, a little stressed. Spiritually, I’m feeling edified everyday. Caxias is a lot like a mini San Francisco. The center of the city is very similar with many apartments and tall buildings. Also, the city is on top of some small hills/mountains so there are tons of hills here. The people are a little cold hearted. I’ve never been denied so much doing street contacts. Everybody is Italian in Caxias so that makes things a little more difficult. But, there are always amazing people to find. For example, my comp made a street contact with a young adult named Patrique. We got his contacts and showed up at his house the next day. Turns out, he had already frequented the church for a year, but his parents never let him be baptized. He loved the messages, went to church, and accepted to be baptized on February 3^rd. Overall, Patrique taught me the importance to speak with everyone. The members here are great. I already knew the Bishop and Pres. of Young Men because they lived in Canela. The trickiest part about the members is that the majority work which means lunch in restaurants. One of my fav parts is having lunch with members because that is how you get to know them, gain their trust, and receive wonderful referrals. The comp: My comp is Elder Martinelli. The guy is amazing. He is incredibly chill, obedient and focused. We are going to work amazingly together. He has got 8 months on the mish and is from Minas Gerais. He plays the piano, got huge knowledge of the scriptures, and is super sarcastic which I love. Overall, we are trying to do things that have never been done in Caxias. Big change and many converts coming our way.

One of my fave chapters in the Book of Mormon is Alma 26. I love it because it’s the ultimate missionary pump up chapter. I was reflecting a lot on versiculo 30. Sometimes on the mission we suffer, in life as well, but through suffering, we can change the lives of others and have personal growth which will lead to eternal joy. I love this work, I love being a representative of Christ, have a great week and share the Gospel with somebody.

Love, Dave

Streets of Caxias

Elder Martinelli and Eu