Hey everyone,
I received everyone's emails with delight. I am so excited to hear that so many great things are going on in your lives, and despite the recent loss in our family, i encourage everyone to not lose faith in Jesus Christ and in the Atonement. He has made it possible for us to be with our families forever, if we but live the gospel of Jesus Christ and continually live a life of repentance.
As you all know, I have been transferred. I am in the northernmost part of the mission, which is about 30-45 minutes southest of Jefferson City, MO. It's a place called Eldon, but we also cover many other towns around these parts. We live in a vacation spot...right on the lake...(sigh)...
But anyways, this is my new address:
Elder Brad Fellows
154 Ballenger Dr. #3
Lake Ozark, MO 65049
I love being out here. The people who are out in small towns have a more humble attitude than a place like the city of Tulsa. My mission has been such a wonderful experience for me. I have progressed spiritually in such a way that I had never thought possible. Butu, through God, all things are possible. I have so many people whose lives have been changed for the better, and I have seen the joy that has entered into their hearts.
I am truly grateful for all of you, and for all that you have done for me. I love you, and I love my Heavenly Father for the opportunity I have to be a part of this great family here on earth. May the Lord bless you and keep you always and forever.
Sincerely yours,
Elder Brad Fellows
Thursday, July 22, 2010
Tuesday, July 13, 2010
Transfers and new responsibilities
Hey everyone,
So, Elder Haddon and I received a phone call Saturday evening from the mission president pertaining to transfers, and I'm leaving Centerton, Arkansas. I am being transferred to a little place called Eldon in Missouri. I think it's pretty central in Missouri, but I don't know exactly where. They are making me district leader there, which I don't feel ready for. It feels like the Lord is trying to humble me even more. Haha. But, I know it will be for my good, and I trust in God to see me through this new change in my mission. I am going to miss Centerton so very much, though. There are so many people here which I have grown to love and respect. I hope for nothing but the best for these wonderful people here. I have seen many miracles happen since I have been here, and I look forward to the day when I can come back and visit this place. But, I also know that the Lord has a work for me to do in Eldon, and although I may not feel prepared, God is there to support me, and through Him, all things are possible. I love and cherish all of you, and NEVER FORGET that God is always there to lift up the heads that hang low, to strengthen the feeble knees, and to mend the broken hearts. I have felt His hands hold me, lift me, and heal me, and I know that if we put our trust in Him, he will be there.
Sincerely,
Elder Fellows
So, Elder Haddon and I received a phone call Saturday evening from the mission president pertaining to transfers, and I'm leaving Centerton, Arkansas. I am being transferred to a little place called Eldon in Missouri. I think it's pretty central in Missouri, but I don't know exactly where. They are making me district leader there, which I don't feel ready for. It feels like the Lord is trying to humble me even more. Haha. But, I know it will be for my good, and I trust in God to see me through this new change in my mission. I am going to miss Centerton so very much, though. There are so many people here which I have grown to love and respect. I hope for nothing but the best for these wonderful people here. I have seen many miracles happen since I have been here, and I look forward to the day when I can come back and visit this place. But, I also know that the Lord has a work for me to do in Eldon, and although I may not feel prepared, God is there to support me, and through Him, all things are possible. I love and cherish all of you, and NEVER FORGET that God is always there to lift up the heads that hang low, to strengthen the feeble knees, and to mend the broken hearts. I have felt His hands hold me, lift me, and heal me, and I know that if we put our trust in Him, he will be there.
Sincerely,
Elder Fellows
Wednesday, July 7, 2010
Goodbye, Grandma Fellows
Hello Everyone,
I am coming to all of you today from the depths of humility.
I have received news concerning someone whom I love very much. I knew what has transpired was inevitable in her life, but it still stings my soul. I believe in the Savior Jesus Christ, and I believe in the Atonement of Jesus Christ, and I believe the words in which the Master stated in the Gospel of Matthew:
"Come unto me, all ye that labour, and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest"
I know that she is now in the rest of the Lord. Her spirit has separated from her earthly tabrenacle, and she has returned, "to that God which gave [her] life." She was such a wonderful example to me, and to all those that knew her, of charity, "the pure love of Christ". She was my friend in this life; a friend that never did anything mean to me, and a friend who was loyal to me. I love her so very much. She truly was a righteous daughter of God in this life, and I know she continues to eminate the light that is within her in the next. This news has made me evaluate my situation that I am currently in, and it makes me ponder on the importance of this life, and what I need to do to return to live with her. I have had some struggles recently that I thought were too overwhleming, but looking back now, I can see that the Savior's arms were always around me to keep me from falling, to strengthen me, to bless me. I know deep in my heart that He was there when she passed, and she has released from this earthly life. I miss her deeply, but I look forward to our reunion after this life. I know she is with me to strengthen me on my journey through life.
Thank you all for your prayers. I love all of you very much.
Sincerely yours,
Elder Brad Fellows
I am coming to all of you today from the depths of humility.
I have received news concerning someone whom I love very much. I knew what has transpired was inevitable in her life, but it still stings my soul. I believe in the Savior Jesus Christ, and I believe in the Atonement of Jesus Christ, and I believe the words in which the Master stated in the Gospel of Matthew:
"Come unto me, all ye that labour, and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest"
I know that she is now in the rest of the Lord. Her spirit has separated from her earthly tabrenacle, and she has returned, "to that God which gave [her] life." She was such a wonderful example to me, and to all those that knew her, of charity, "the pure love of Christ". She was my friend in this life; a friend that never did anything mean to me, and a friend who was loyal to me. I love her so very much. She truly was a righteous daughter of God in this life, and I know she continues to eminate the light that is within her in the next. This news has made me evaluate my situation that I am currently in, and it makes me ponder on the importance of this life, and what I need to do to return to live with her. I have had some struggles recently that I thought were too overwhleming, but looking back now, I can see that the Savior's arms were always around me to keep me from falling, to strengthen me, to bless me. I know deep in my heart that He was there when she passed, and she has released from this earthly life. I miss her deeply, but I look forward to our reunion after this life. I know she is with me to strengthen me on my journey through life.
Thank you all for your prayers. I love all of you very much.
Sincerely yours,
Elder Brad Fellows
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