Home MTC!

 When Caleb was originally called to do his training in Johannesburg, I felt that was a huge

blessing because I knew he would not like home MTC!

He definitely struggled a bit with those times where he had long breaks,

or the times when he had long meetings!

But, overall, he ended up doing okay with it. One of the tender mercies I felt happen because

he ended up being at home during that week was the opportunity we had to go to

the temple with him. His schedule was always so busy up until he became a missionary that

our schedules didn't always align and allow us to do that. The night before Caleb

entered the Provo MTC, we were able to go and do sealings. My brother was the sealer, 

and a few of my siblings and their spouses were there. But what made it really special 

was that my parents were there and were able to be in the temple with Caleb before he left. 

My dad is 93 and my mom is 89, so the thought that they may not be here when Caleb gets

home has definitely crossed our minds. We're hoping they'll still be here, but what a special 

experience to be in the temple with them that night. 

The extra week at home also gave us the opportunity to go through and make sure Caleb

had everything he needed! We tried to do this beforehand, but it really was nice to have that

extra time. So, I definitely believe that the Lord's hand was in Caleb's MTC assignment

changing. It was wonderful to have a full-time missionary in our home for a few days!

  

 

  

 

And here is the email he sent out to everyone that week!

 When I say short and sweet, I mean short and sweet!

 

"Nearly through my first week as a missionary! It's been quite a time already, I've loved having the opportunity to meet my MTC comp and MTC district. I've felt the Spirit constantly this week, and I would like to testify that missionaries are called to the work and have a special spirit round about them. They are truly lead by the Lord to go out and spread Christ's Gospel.

Hopefully I'll have more to report on next week when I enter the provo MTC 

 but thats all for this email

Love,

Elder Roskelley"