Staying and Leaving ...........

   

I am staying in Palmdale but leaving the Princess House.  Aqua Dulce was whitewashed and Sister Larsen and I are staying together in Ana Verde.  We are moving to an apartment.  Here is my new mailing address:

                           Sister Heidi Starr

                           39129 10th ST W #24

                           Palmdale, CA 93551

         I cannot believe how many blessings the Lord is sending us.  He is definitely gathering his children.  His is expecting so much of us which is very humbling.  We set another baptismal date today.  That give us a total of 11 in Ana Verde.   11 Baptisms in one transfer.    Goodness, the Lord must trust us soooo much.  I hope he is sure about this :)   We just have to be sure and follow up! Going on a  mission is so cool.  It is crazy how just a few weeks ago I wanted to be transferred and now I want to stay for those 11 baptism dates.  Palmdale California - Am I really on a mission for the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints? - - - Reality Check.  Yes you are!  I did a lot of work to get here.  Interviews, shopping, tons of studying, goodness, and now here I am.  Now I wish I could truly forget myself and focus on others.

         I had Bronchitis and a Sinus Infection last week and then this week I got the worst flu of my life.  I did not eat for 3 days.  Yesterday - Monday 12/13 - I had to go to the doctor to get a shot to keep anything down - it was terrible!   Sister Larsen was a great nurse. She had to pick out my clothes and dress me I was so sick. I don't think I've ever been that sick in my life. She said my face was so grey and white she was scared.  I feel like I conquered death!     

         Have the best week everyone~!     Sister Starr

Me and Sister L

We Are

 The Princess House Sisters

Flying Starr

Hmmm

Goodness I have no idea what to say in these blog posts anymore. I know I am having incredible experiences, but putting them into words is tricky. I need to write down better notes throughout the week so I can express myself. So many of the experiences I am having are so personal to individuals because it involves their change of heart and coming to know Christ so personally and realizing he is truly their Savior. It is an emotional journey. Many are at different mile markers, but the remarkable thing is that I am blessed enough to help them along, and answer their questions, resolve their doubts and prepare them to enter the waters of baptism. Then they can continue on their journey with the help and sanctifying influence of the Holy Ghost.

We taught one woman this past week was at the very beginning of her journey. We went over to her house where she had prepared cookies and juice for us. We met her autistic son who was adorable. We taught her about the restoration of the gospel. She said "I feel something is missing from my religion." I could not relate to her situation. I have had the gospel my entire life. I have never felt like anything was missing. BUT, even though I could not relate, I COULD help her. I told her that what we were teaching her would was not only true, but It was going to make her feel complete. We were all crying. She prayed at the end of the lesson. It was not how she usually prays but she said she would try our way. She said "Heavenly Father, Thank you for sending me the missionaries. Help me to know if the Book of Mormon is true. .... umm that's all I've got....  Jesus name, amen" We told her that her prayer was perfect and that was all she needed and that if she really wanted to know, God would answer her prayer. OH goodness she was the sweetest Lady! I could see that Heavenly Father loved her soooo much and I am so grateful that I can be a part of this great work!

LOVE, Sister Starr