Week 54: First I met the pig, then I ate it



Magandang hapon po sa lahat ulit :) Good afternoon again

This week had many adventures as we proselyted just as being a missionary here in Kalibo. 

I will share the spiritual first: 

This week we were blessed to take part in preparing and seeing the baptism of: Sister Dialin (sounds like Jolleen) and her 3 children: John Ritch, Kate, and Christian Carl but better known as "Cano" (who I claim as my kapatid or brother because "Kano" sounds similar which means american and I am "kana" the female american haha) and a cute child of the Basarte family, Donald. 

Donald and Cano were perhaps the cutest as they were wearing these massive baptismal clothes, but were oh so happy to be partaking in the sacred covenant of baptism.

Sister Dialin was also such a delight to hear her testimony after her baptism and it is such a blessing and so happy to take part in their conversion. 

As we went to the Vallejo home and other investigators, many adventures have taken place: 

I tried to "Maghabi" or weave which was an interesting experience as Estella, our Recent convert makes it look way easier than it is. 
I met a pig which I then was blessed to eat the next day haha. 
I got to see a few of the Vallejo's ducks as well and of course shared a bit to them haha joke :) 
I ate a yellow watermelon from the Basarte family! 
I also helped open Pili nuts which was a cool experience.
And we had exchanges with Sister Moreno who was a joy to be with and I learned much from her even though she claims to have learned more from us. I love being able to serve here. It is such a joy to be in a supportive ward with so many to work with us and the food is also a great part of Kalibo as well. 

Honestly, life is treating me well here in Kalibo and the Lord is helping us get the courage to speak to everyone to try to find those the Lord has prepared to receive the gospel here in Kalibo. 

Funny side note: Sister Doria and Sister Abubo have asked me a few questions about english and my english is now a bit deteriorated as I dont know the answers haha... I love the languages here. 
I love you all. Take care!! :) 
Sister Masters



The pro (Estella)... then me sloooowww.... Held** a dove gali





 

Exchanges with Sister Moreno.. the great members that work with us... yellow watermelon





The pro (Estella)... then me sloooowww.... Held** a dove gali




Also GOOD NEWS!!! My other investigators over in Roxas (my last area) were also baptized!!! So amazing :) Happy to know that Clide and Christian are now baptized :)

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