aloha!

Aloha, Ohana!

Well, another week has passed, and I am just so grateful to be here. Even when things get hard, it is not hard to think of something to be grateful for.

This last week Sister Kaufusi and I found a lot of success on chat! Because of the #becauseHelives video, we have been so busy answering questions about the church! In one day, I sent three sets of missionaries to meet with the people I chatted with! Hearts are especially soft this time of year as we remember Christ and His role in our lives.

With General Conference and Easter coming up, I just wanted to take the time to share a short testimony of my Savior. This morning, for part of our training in the Visitors' Center, we talked about our purpose. At the end of the training, we had the opportunity to climb a ladder and touch the hand of the Christus statue, which has been something I have wanted to do my whole mission. For me, it was very symbolic and the moment was sacred. I imagined touching the hand of Christ, and how amazing that day will be when it comes. I became overwhelmed by the desire to continue to give the Lord all that I have so that I can help others to "feel the prints of the nails in His hands and feet." That is my purpose. Literally to bring others to Christ -- the knowledge that we can be freed and lifted by His sacrifice and infinite love for us. No matter who you are, you can feel that love.

I love you all. And I pray that we might all be able to focus our thoughts on our Savior and Redeemer this Easter season and always <3

Aloha nui loa, Sister Willardson