Personal Scripture Study...

Here is how Henry does his Personal Scripture Study. Makes the hour go by nicely. "Hey Elder Adams, save some of those M&M's for your Companionship Study!!"

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A short clip...

We realized the camera we sent Henry with can take very short video clips. Here is Henry back in October, um, entertaining his fellow missionaries. Henry, we appreciate your silly mode and am certain that it aides you in the mission field as well. Thanks for making us laugh!

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The Colors of Fall in Missouri

The beautiful fall colors in Farmington, Missouri.

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Enjoying the Fall Weather in Farmington, Missouri

Here's Henry enjoying playing in the leaves at his church building there in Farmington.

These pictures were from back in early October. We're playing a bit of 'catch up' with pictures keeping Henry's blog updated.

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Update Letter to the Davis Creek 3rd Ward

"Hey Davis Creek 3rd Ward! It's been really nice to hear from those of you who have written me! Missouri is wonderful! I'm serving in Farmington, MO, which I find really ironic but also really cool. The work is going great, since I've come out we've had 2 baptisms; and as of last night, set a date for a 3rd on January 2nd! So the work is really moving forward. One thing I've really learned out here is how true this church really is. Of course I know it is, but I had no idea how strongly it proves itself. This church is undoubtedly the one and only true church of Jesus Christ. I know it with all of my heart, and its such an amazing experience to see investigators come to know it for themselves too.

One experience I'd really like to share; one of our newest investigators named Bobby. We were teaching him and watched the 'Restoration,' DVD with him. As soon as the DVD was over he asked us, "I really want to read some of that book. (the Book of Mormon) Can you get me a copy?" And of course we did. And he has been reading. But as we finished teaching him on our second visit he told us that after studying and looking for religion for 22 YEARS, we've made more sense to him than anyone. I really enjoy meeting with Bobby. The Spirit is always really strong in our appointments with him.

I just want to bear testimony that I know Joseph Smith saw what he saw, and I know that this truly is, a great, and marvelous work. And I'm proud to be a part of it. I hope all is going well in Farmington, Utah! I love you all so much and I am so grateful for all the great examples you have all been to me as I've grown up. Keep up the good work!

~ Elder Adams

p.s. all you young men, get out there and serve the Lord with all your heart, might, mind, and strength. Represent. DC3!

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from a letter of Henrys

The work is going great since I've come out we've had 2 baptisms, and as of last night set a date for a 3rd on Jan. 2nd. So the work is really moving forward. One thing I've really learned out here is how true this church is. Of course I knew it is, but I had no idea how strongly it proves itself. This church is undoubtedly the one and only true church of Jesus Christ. I know it with all my heart, and its such an amazing experience to see investigators come to know it for themselves too.

Posted by Henry's sisters and Mom :)Here is something from Henrys last letter.

It's gotten fall extremely fast here! It seems like one day everything was green, then the next day everything was red, orange and yellow. It's really pretty tho. There's TONS of trees here. But seriously this past almost 2 months feels like a few days now that it's over... it's insane. But yeah, I'm doing fine. We had a baptism last Saturday, and a confirmation yesterday! It was a wonderful experience, the Spirit was really strong. And you could seen the Holy Ghost in her countenance after she was confirmed. There was just a glow to her that she didn't have before. It was truly amazing. I really enjoyed it. We also have another baptism scheduled in November, so now I'm excited for that too.

Love those Randy Jackson glasses!

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Farmington MO

Can you believe he was sent to Farmington MO?

Word of God in St. Louis.

This is his awesome companion Elder Martinez. Check out the Ladies in the background :)

Elder Martinez & Elder Adams are working hard & having fun.

Newman-O's from home. Henry loves them so send him some :)
I think Elder Martinez likes them too!
Henry got hungry so he baked a cake! he said they didn't have any frosting. They shared it with some investigators.

Looks smart SMRT.

in case you wanted to lounge in the kitchen :) ha ha ha why is there a chair in the kitchen. Its surprisingly clean.

self portrait.

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The MTC

Here he is in front of the Provo Temple.

what a pose!
hang on ! ha ha ha

Creative outlet :)

Ready to leave the MTC.

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First email to mom from Henry 9/28/2009

Hey, so my im in Farmington, MO. Crazy Huh? i thought so haha. My companion is elder martinez. hes really cool i like him alot. The mission is a lot more relaxed than i thought it would be. Which is really good cuz i was worried. Ummmm, i dont think the dear elder thing works out here....or at least martinez says his never worked...so yeah...i havent gotten any so yeah, i dont think it does. I can only email on pday. But i guess i can send letters any day i just have to put them in my mailbox. I havent gotten any mail from you yet. But hopefully it will be coming soon. Im glad to know you are all doing well. And that your riding the horses and all that fun stuff! I did see andy, but only at the transfer meeting, we talked and stuff. But i havent seen him since, were pretty far away i believe. Anyways, the mission is fun. Ive taught half a lesson so far, gone tracting and did the door approach a few times. And done a few "parking lot" contacts. lol its alot of fun. And like i said its alot more relaxed than i thought it would be. It's 11:02 right now...so i wonder when you will get this email. Im happy! so dont worry about me cuz im doing awesome! the mission is really pretty fun, i just dont think its hit me yet how long im gunna be out here...but oh well. Ummm, yeah i went to church yesterday and got to meet everyone. Our area covers one whole ward, and a branch! crazy right?? so yeah we cover alot of area. We do have a car. A toyota Corolla! im the designated driver lol, but yeah i still havent gotten my bike yet. but i dont really need it here cuz we use the car and members with cars for everythign. Elder martinez has taught me a bunch hes the best. I really like him alot. Our apartment is nice enough, just kinda trashy, but not nearly as bad as it could be. I cleaned the bathroom this morning, you should be proud. Lol but yeah it was really really gross, so i cleaned it. Elder martinez made fun of me cuz i found a glade plugin under the sink so i plugged it in and he made fun of me lol. whatever tho we get along really well, we just make fun of each other all the time hahaha. Anyways, ill try and send you letters alot more often!!!!! its 11:07 now, ill send this email. THen if i have time write some more. Love YOU BYE!!!!!!

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first pics

Henry & Devin at the MTC. Devin sent this pic home and his sweet Mom forwarded it along. Henry has not been able to send home any pictures yet. we are working on that :) Hopefully we will have some soon. 

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