1st Week W/New Son

Elder Hoggan's new companion is Elder Harvey from St. George, Utah. He is super cool! After meeting in Munich and staying over night, they caught a train to Kaufbeuren. They sat next to a lady who accepted a Book of  Mormon and they visited with her about Joseph Smith. After their hour on the train was up, she left her email address with the Elders.

Elder Harvey was introduced to the ward mission leader after he got settled in. The missionaries went over to his house and did some racing on his race track in the basement. He is a cool, fun loving guy and that was tons of fun.

A ward activity took place on Saturday. Miniature golf was played on a cement course. Putting was super, super hard, but a lot of fun. Elder Hoggan enjoyed playing golf for the first time time in years and thinks his swing has stayed in good shape :) It was an awesome opportunity for Elder Harvey to get to know the ward and reminded Elder Hoggan of past summer days at home.

Sunday was awesome. No, there weren't investigators in church, but there will be next week. After going by on a potential, the Elders gave a lady at a bus stop a Book of Mormon. She said that she would read it, pray about it, and contact the Elders. Sadly, she didn't leave any information. Maybe she will call after all.

A couple from Bosnia approached the missionaries and said, "And these two men probably have a book for us. That's how it works, right?" Elder Hoggan was holding a Book of Mormon and responded, "Well, yes actually!" They chatted for a while and made an appointment for Tuesday to meet at the church. Hopefully, they will come :) Elder Hoggan has a really good feeling about them.

Next to the church is a soccer field, a track, and a basketball court. It is a park area. As the Elders passed, they offered to take on a couple of individuals playing basketball. They agreed and played pretty decent. One is a German and the other was from China. The missionaries were in their church clothes and played for about 15 minutes. More games were planned and a teaching opportunity may come from this.

The Elders are doing their best to talk to as many people as they can. Miracles are coming their way! The Lord is answering their prayers! Next week will be another miracle week, too :) Elder Hoggan knows it!