Called to serve

I was called, or asked to be the Young Single Adult (YSA) leader over all three branches in our church here in Hanoi.  I think they are very grateful to have me to be an example of how YSA programs are run in the states, and to help organize it since I'm basically starting from scratch with everything.  This one man at church said that this is like my own little mini mission...yeah it really is.

We had our first YSA Family Home Evening (FHE) last week and only two people showed up! It was the two active young men from my branch, and then the elders came later also. But it turned out to be a lot of fun! We started with a prayer, then a short lesson on weaknesses, played the ninja game (they loved it!), and had a treat. Very simple and sweet. I have to admit that I was discouraged by how few people showed up. It's going to get better when friends start coming and more people hear about it. I'm very excited to meet all the young adults here!

Today we had another Family Home Evening (every Monday night is FHE) and we had a lot of people show up -- a total of 20! It was a great turn out and a lot of fun! We had two set of missionaries that brought investigators to meet other young adults. These young adults are amazing and are so driven. I gave a lesson on what and why we have FHE and they were all so engaged and really wanted to learn what I was teaching. The church really is growing here. It really was so great to have so many people show up and help make my calling so worth while. There is something about this program that these people really need.

If you have any ideas for activities please comment below! I would love to hear from you!

Funny story time! I got a ride home from one of the young men who came to FHE and he asked if I wanted to drive his motorcycle. Uhhh yes please! Can check it off my bucket list here?! Okay it's very hard...nothing like I've ever driven before. The guy didn't really explain how to drive it, so I just went for it and ended up on the left side of the road -- hahaha what a mess. Once I got up to speed it was a lot easier and I was doing pretty well. Let me just tell you that it's very easy to go straight but turns are a little bit more difficult...soo I might of almost basically ran over this bicyclist.  Hahaha -- so embarrassing! He was totally fine and the bike is fine too. I can't believe that this guy still wanted me to drive -- I did not. I let him take over for the safety of us both. I will keep you updated on my motor bike skills and how I'm going to become a pro.  (Don't worry Mormor and Mom -- I was wearing a helmet!)

I don't have any pictures from my FHE nights, so here are so random ones I have.  They are actually all from Sapa! Love it there!