Hey everyone! 

This past week was great! We had interviews with our mission president on Friday. It's kind of funny, because we traveled about three hours by train and two hours by car to get to the chapel in Bristol to have a 10 minute interview. But it was totally worth it! President Hughes is probably one of the most Christ-like person I know. He makes everyone feel so loved and comfortable and he always has so many great insights. 

We've been teaching two really solid people. They are progressing fast, and I'm excited to see what the future holds for them! 

I heard about the tragedy that happened to the Hansen family after Thanksgiving. My heart and prayers go out to them. I know that family had such an impact on so many lives. Thankfully, we have a knowledge that they are okay and that they will be able to see their loved ones again. 

President Nelson in a general conference talk said, "Death separates the spirit and the body [which] are the soul of man.” (D&C 88:15.) That separation evokes pangs of sorrow and shock among those left behind. The hurt is real. Only its intensity varies. Some doors are heavier than others. The sense of tragedy may be related to age. Generally the younger the victim, the greater the grief. Yet even when the elderly or infirm have been afforded merciful relief, their loved ones are rarely ready to let go. The only length of life that seems to satisfy the longings of the human heart is life everlasting." 

Thankfully because of Jesus Christ we have the hope of everlasting life with our loved ones. He's the only one who gives us that hope and who can give us the strength to keep going during difficult times. I'm so grateful for that knowledge. I hope you all have a great week and are able to celebrate Christ during this Christmas season! Love you all!

Elder Wray

Pics:

1.  Cute little ponies!

2.  Fowey!

3.  Plymouth!

4.  Barnstaple train station.

5.  Elder Kozma and I on the train.