Our 1st Week of Summer

Elder Hoggan begins by asking how his favorite people in the world are doing? He, too, is our favorite missionary ever. Cool things happened to him again!

Elder Russell M. Nelson spoke at a stake meeting and was joined by his wife, President and Sister Miles, and others. They spoke in English and had a translator. Sister Nelson shared an experience that her husband had had when he was asked, "Why are you different than the other surgeons?" Maybe it was because he didn't swear in the ER or maybe it was due to how he acted. Elder Nelson replied, "Because I know that the Book of Mormon is true."

Think about that. Basically any question we are asked concerning the church or the way we behave, can be answered with this response. Steve found that interesting. As LDS, we do act differently and people notice. Missionaries stand out and are given great experiences as they serve others.

Elder Nelson's talk was on raising children in the gospel. Steve is so glad that he was given the family he has and is more thankful every day. Primary children sang I Am A Child of God in German which was cool. Elder Nelson announced that something very big is going to happen that will change missionary work forever. The last time he said that, the missionary age was changed. The newest announcement will take place on June 23, 2013 and will be given in the mission presidents yearly seminar.

Two sweet investigators, Victor and Obinna, were found this week! They are from Nigeria and Elder Hans noticed them.Victor speaks English and has had contact with the church through a friend in Nigeria. As the missionaries taught, Obinna became very interested. He had contact with missionaries in Greece. A second lesson was held on the restoration and the Book of Mormon. Each were given a book and the restoration DVD. Victor would like to watch it again and maybe show it to his friends!! It is miraculous that they ran into each other.

Lori, another investigator, rode by on her bike and shouted, "Hey!!! You're the Mormons!" The Elders talked to her for a while and discovered that she is a previous investigator who was dropped. She has had contact with missionaries and wants more. Another appointment was scheduled.

Transfers came and went. Elder Hans was made a DL! These two missionaries will be staying together and they are happy about that.

The cookies they made were great and those they gave them to, loved them!

The weather has been strange in Germany. Record rainfall occurred last week, followed by sunshine, and rain again. Almost feels like Utah ;)

Elder Hoggan is grateful for all of the prayers and is sending some back home. He's thankful and expresses his love to everyone!

Our First Week Of Summer

Steve's 19th Birthday

Steve's 19th Birthday was celebrated by Chinese, Iron Man 3, and a chocolate cake.

Steve celebrated his VIP day in Germany. He received 2 birthday cakes, a Bayern flag, and chocolates. 

Unfortunately, Jared was unable to come with us and fill in. He "really wanted to be Steve for a day."

Mothers Day 2013

Mother's Day was memorable and Skyping sad super! We all spoke for over an hour and a half. Steve is well and happy! He asked that Jared Lambert take his place on his birthday which is May 15th.