Transfers!

Well, this week I officially finished my first transfer in the field! It has been a good one and I've enjoyed it a bunch. Tomorrow (December 18) will mark 3 months out. Some of it has gone slow, but for the most part, I can hardly believe that it has already been 3 months.

Elder Monsen and I (we're from the same stake at home)

Last Saturday, we received a phone call from President Leishman. He told us that Elder Skousen is being transferred to Port Angeles and that we would receive a brand new missionary. Wednesday was the actual transfer day. We went and picked up Elder Clay. Elder Clay is from Lindon Utah. He took four years of German before the mission and he likes to fence. He's pretty cool. I had the opportunity to knock doors with him and do a little bit of contacting. We're getting along pretty good here.

Elder Clay and I

Last night, the Graham Stake held a multi-faith music fireside. There were many people there from many different religious backgrounds. It was a fantastic program. All of the music that was shared focused solely on Jesus Christ. It was awesome.

Also you probably know about the Light the World initiative that the Church is putting on. We use the LtW videos frequently. If you haven't seen the videos, I'd encourage you to go find them and watch them.

The Christmas season is a busy time, and sometimes we lose focus on what really is important. I know that this Christmas, as I've focused more on The Reason for the season, Jesus Christ, that I've found more peace and happiness, and I'd encourage all of you to find ways to focus on the Christ in Christmas.

Elder Tobler

Fun Fact: The Hendersons were former mission presidents of my mission. They live in my ward at home.