Still alive as ever

Hello Dad,
Well this week went pretty good, we didn't baptize, but i am studying a lot about the life of Jesus Christ and each time I study my testimony gets stronger and stronger. My shoes and clothes are hanging in there, it is starting to get cold here and I am sure the rains will start coming. I am buying some cologne for all of you, could you put some money in my account, I want to buy a few more things before I come home. Well, that is about all from Brazil, Love you, Elder Turner

Baptism

I baptized this week,her name is Brenda,she is the daughter of a less active member. She is 9 years old,it was a great experience. I am loving the mission, thanks for everything mom, for your guidance and love. I love you all Love, Elder Turner

Visits from Area President and President of the Seventy

This week was AMAZING,we had a special conference with Elder Rasband, president of the Seventy and President Soares, area President of Brazil. The spirit was really strong, we were all challenged to study the life of Jesus Christ for the next month, with a promise that we will grow closer to the Lord more than ever before. I am growing closer to my Savior as I study about His life in Matthew, Luke, Mark, John and 3 Nephi. It is amazing the spirit that I am feeling as I study His life. I wanted to invite all of you to do the same because I am seeing the difference it is making in my life and my mission. Dad, I love my Savior Jesus Christ, I am so grateful for His example of obedience and His love for me. I know that He lives and that He loves me. Thank you for your example in being a great Father.

Spiritual crocodiles

We had our Zone Conference this week which was great. Our President taught us about spiritual crocodiles and how we need to be careful with the choices that we make here on our mission and afterwards. I finally got my birthday package from you and letters from Grandma THANKS My testimony is growing each day with each new experience. Thanks Dad for everything that you have done for me. I don't have words to thank you for teaching me the restored gospel. I love you Elder Turner

Carnarval

Hello, I am writing a few days early because Carnarval is next week...the whole week, so we are not allowed to track any where. I am having a blast as a trainer, and enjoying the experiences here in Brazil. I can't believe how fast the time is going, it is amazing. I am so grateful for the blessings that I have had since I have been here in Brazil..my week is going great. We had interviews with the Mission President which I always look forward to. Joseph, Stephen always remember that it is you that makes your future, no one else. I love you guys and miss you always. Until next time Love, Marc

No Water

Well, my week was a tough and good one. We baptized woo hoo, two brothers...cool. The tough part was that the water was cut and the font was only filled to my shins so my companion and I had to go to the reserve with buckets and carry them to the font. I think we each carried 20-25 buckets. After that I was tired but ready to baptize. The weather is hotter than usual, 105 today and we haven't had any rain for two weeks. I found a silver coin, it is from the year 1852, pretty cool. Love you
Elder Turner

Brazilian Pizza

Check out this pizza, it was huge and delicious. Ramos is a pretty cool place, my companions name is Elder Souza and he is from Sao Paulo. Hey Stephen if you want to get to know God, the best way to do that is by reading the Book of Mormon. I promise that when you do this you will receive the answer you are searching for. I know, because I had the same question and received my answer to my prayers. Never give up on the Lord Stephen, He helps you as you ask and as you obey His commandments. I love you and have a great week

OCTOBER LETTERS

Well, I noticed that my English is getting worse, we taught an american here and it was difficult to speak it. I have to translate from Portuguese to English in my thoughts, he thought it was very funny but understood me. It would be cool to baptize an American here in Brazil, we will see. I am going to work my hardest to continue on blessing the lives of these people with the gospel that has blessed me so much in my life. I love you and hope that all is going well with all of you Love Elder Turner



I was transferred last week, I am now back in Rio De Janeiro in an area called Ramos, it's pretty cool area, not so many hills so my knees can have a rest for now.I was able to baptize two people last week. It was hot this week, up to 40 degrees celcius, don't know what that is in farenheit. I hope all is well, love you all