Katelyn Elgaaen in Utica New York: March 28, 2017 The Lord's Amazing!

Most of this week was spent outside of humble Hamilton. Either on exchanges, at meetings, or enjoying a fun preparation day at the temple.

Last Saturday was the women's conference. I enjoyed in Bonnie H. Cordon's talk the three simple things that we can do in our everyday lives to 'lean not' to our own understanding; feast upon the words of Christ, pray unto the father with all energy of heart, serve others. As a missionary it is a daily thing to complete all three of those. I have noticed that while serving the Lord's mission and completing those things, I am not leaning to my own understanding- I am finding out how much I was actually being supported by a Higher power.

Attending the temple today for personal worship was beyond amazing. The church is true where ever you go, and The Holiness inside temples (even far from mormonville Utah) is just as powerful.

They Palmyra Temple is right next to the Sacred grove, and the windows have glass art trees, and the paintings are breath taking. Walking into the celestial room, felt almost like going home. I know that attending the temple may not be easy for everyone. But there are no excuses for not holding a current temple recommend.

I know that we are all children of a loving Heavenly Father. Doing the things that Sister Cordon talked about and attending the Temple are just a few of the ways that we can feel God's love for us and know of the true worth of Souls. (D&C 18) This world was created for US. It was made with us in mind, all of our trials and challenges, victories and triumphs. There was nothing left out in Heavenly Father's Plan of Love and Happiness. 1/3 of the hosts of Heaven Gave up before even getting here because they knew it would be difficult, and it is. But we are on the Winning team! We are here to learn and grow! We are here to help those around us. We are here, and our time here is short- so we must make the most of it.

I know this church is true. My testimony of it goes beyond sight.

Have a wonderful week and prepare questions for Conference!

Love, Sister Elgaaen