President Burkhardt had tears in his eyes as he presented us with flowers, a book about Magdeburg and a hug. We appreciate this smile because he didn't smile much when we first arrived.
Our angel, Miriam, who drove us to the Temple, the baptisms and then to Jena. She loves us
We will miss Miriam's girls, Angelina and Philina.
Brother Winkler would not let go of Sister Wells hand as he expressed his gratitude in his broken English.
Brother Kunath takes care of Jens and the Branch Monthly Newsletter. He loved the birthday cake we made for him.
Brother Burkhardt, President Burkhardt's father, did not speak to us except for greetings in German, until this day when he spoke perfect English wishing us well. His wife worked in the primary and we did not get to interact with her much but she had tears as she hugged us goodbye.
The only good thing about leaving Magdeburg was that Christian finally gave us a hug. He was our best support in the Outreach Program. He has been the acting Student Council President and has divided the duties between all the active JAEs so that the center will be able to continue to be successful in helping with missionary work and being a nice place to associate with other young people. Thank you Christian.
The Relief Society preparing the food, Steffi, Carola and Sister Winkler, the RS President.
Tables were set up in our main room, the chapel. 
Christian, Jasmin, Romy and Cindy were the happy clean up crew. JASMIN'S BAPTISM
After the dinner we all went to Kuethen for Jasmin's baptism. Elder Orton had special permission to come back and baptize her. He and his companions spent many hours teaching her mother the gospel and Jasmin English. Her mother was not ready but Jasmin felt the spirit. We all had a part in helping her gain her testimony. She is a beautiful addition to this Branch.
Her family came to support her.
We all love Jasmin
1 comment:
That is really amazing that the branch put together that farewell dinner for you. They really do a great job of making the missionaries feel special.
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