Caylen had a wonderful experience this week where he can see the fulfillment of his patriarchal blessing. The have a family--the Smiths-- who have four children and they are struggling with Word of Wisdom issues, so even though they have had all the lessons and believe the gospel, they can't be baptized until they get smoking under control, so they are just reading the scriptures with them on a daily basis and they currently are reading in 2nd Nephi where the Isaiah chapters are. His senior companion is quite knowledgeable in the scriptures, but turned this part over to Elder Craven. Caylen reported that he really felt guided and knew that the part in his patriarchal blessing that said he has the gift of teaching the gospel was being fulfilled.
They have several investigators, so are teaching a lot. They still have plenty of time for tracting and ITLs (Invitation to Learn). A lot of people still are pretty vehement in turning them away, but he is staying focused and "losing himself in the work." The Lord is blessing them!
The new Mission Office Address is: Illinois Peoria Mission
2610 West Richwoods Blvd. Suite G
Peoria, IL 60604
If writing a letter or sending a package please still send it to where he is living:
Elder Caylen Craven
1407 4H Park Road
Pontiac, IL61764
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