Okay, I don't have a ton to say about this week! But first, we had Zone Conference on Tuesday, and it was incredible and all focused on the Temple!
We are currently preparing for the Richmond Temple Open House and found out all the Sisters in the mission get to be a part of it and usher 🥳🥳. I've never been so excited!! I miss the temple more than anything. Zone Conference is literally a little General Conference. I always feel the Spirit so strong and feel so grateful for such amazing leaders here in the VRM! Here's a quote that we read that has stuck with me:
"The temple itself becomes a symbol. If you have seen one of the temples at night, fully lighted, you know what an impressive sight that can be. The house of the Lord, bathed in light, standing out in the darkness, becomes symbolic of the power and the inspiration of the gospel of Jesus Christ standing as a beacon in a world that sinks ever further into spiritual darkness." By President Russell M Nelson
It's so true!! As we keep our focus on the temple and our covenants, life just makes more sense and is a lot more bright!!! Also, covenants are just the coolest thing ever!
I LOVE VIRGINIA
My grandma sent me an email last week with this quote and it's been something that has helped me through this week. "We cannot force someone to hear a message they are not ready to receive, but we must never underestimate the power of planting a seed."
This is so essential to remember as a missionary and as a disciple of Christ. Even though a lot of people didn't want to hear our message, we kept remembering the power of planting a seed and remembering the Lord only asks us to do what we can, and others have their agency to accept or reject! So, thanks so much Grandma❤️❤️
There are always some crazy things that happen on the mission, but I love being a missionary more than anything! My friend Maggie from Culpeper came and visited and took me and Sister Fry out to lunch!! I am overwhelmed with gratitude for the people the Lord puts in my life. It's proof that he knows me and loves me, and I love him!!!
MAGGIE
Also, everyone go give my sister-in-law, Ellie, a big hug for me!!! I miss and love her so much, so grateful for her!! She's such a pure light, hope you had the best birthday ever❤️❤️
I hope you're all doing well and had a good Valentines!!! I love and miss you!
#CTR
-SISTER HANNAH COPELAND
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